About the Alliance
The Alliance for Secure AI (ASAI) is a bipartisan nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that the United States leads the world in AI innovation while putting National Security first. We believe that the transition to Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is the most consequential shift in human history. To navigate this safely, we are building a movement of patriotic Americans—veterans, defense workers, security experts, and first responders—to demand that AI is developed with effective safeguards that protect our humanity and our sovereignty.
The Role
We are looking for a high-energy Coalitions Associate who understands that national security and public safety aren’t just policy papers—they are communities. As our Defense, Veterans, & First Responder Coalitions Outreach Associate, you will be the bridge between high-level policy debates in D.C. and the “boots on the ground” reality of the people who defend this nation and protect our communities. Your job is to mobilize veterans, defense stakeholders, and first responders into a powerful grassroots force for secure AI.
Key Responsibilities
Grassroots Mobilization & Public Safety Outreach
- Build the “Security Front”: Identify, recruit, and maintain deep-rooted relationships with Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs), local American Legion/VFW posts, and first responder associations (Police, Fire, and EMS).
- Mission-Critical Storytelling: Build a “narrative pipeline” that translates the abstract risks of AGI and autonomous systems into real-world impacts for the American warfighter and domestic emergency responders.
- Field Presence: Organize and lead “National Security & Public Safety Town Halls” and listening tours to engage local leaders on the front lines of defense and emergency services.
Defense & First Responder Coalition Leadership
- Strategic Partnerships: Cultivate a network of former defense officials, national security experts, and emergency management leaders to serve as credible voices for the Alliance.
- Coalition Coordination: Lead monthly working groups with coalition partners to align on legislative priorities and grassroots pressure campaigns.
- Recruitment: Develop and execute a strategy to grow our database of supporters within the defense and first responder sectors.
Rapid Response & Public Education
- Rapid Response: Coordinate “Letter to the Editor” (LTE) and Op-Ed campaigns from veterans and first responders in response to major AI developments or policy shifts.
- Briefings: Conduct briefings for local government officials and community leaders on why AI safety is a prerequisite for national and community resilience.
Why Join Us?
This isn’t a desk job. This is a mission for someone who values service, understands the stakes of the technological arms race, and knows how to talk to people who have dedicated their lives to public safety and national defense. You will be at the forefront of the most important policy battle of the 21st century.
Work Travel: Approximately 25% travel is required for this role to facilitate field outreach, attend regional summits, and visit local defense and public safety partners.
Benefits & Compensation
At The Alliance, we value the dedication required to secure our nation’s future. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our team members and their families:
- Comprehensive Healthcare: Fully covered medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for employees.
- Retirement Security: 401(k) plan with a 5% employer matching contribution to help you build your future.
- Paid Time Off: Generous vacation policy, 12 paid federal holidays, and generous sick leave policy.
- Flexible Work: This is a hybrid position based in Washington DC. Employees are required to be in office 3 days per week.
- Salary range: $80,000-$120,000
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience in military, defense, or emergency services outreach. We are focused on developing people’s full potential, so please tell us about a time you organized a community to act and why you care about the future of work. Please direct correspondence to Robert Arnakis at [email protected]