Title: Chispa AZ Federal Climate Organizer Department: State Capacity Building Status: Exempt Duration: Funded through 12/31/24, extension dependent upon future funding Reports to: Chispa AZ Deputy Director Positions Reporting to this Position: None Location: Phoenix, AZ – Hybrid Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: C Salary Range (depending on experience) : $67,010 – $81,529
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
LCV launched Chispa , a grassroots community organizing program, to amplify the voice and power of Latine communities to influence local, state, and national decisions that impact our health and environment. Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada and Texas. As part of our long-term commitment to engage new constituencies and to diversify the environmental movement, the League of Conservation Voters, primarily through grassroots community organizing programs, is fostering strong local and national Latinx leadership in the fight against climate change.
LCV is hiring a Chispa AZ Federal Climate organizer who will be an experienced community organizer tasked with engaging and building relationships with Latinx families in the Maricopa County area to take action in the fight against pollution, climate change, and environmental racism and to promote clean air, clean water, clean jobs, clean energy, and other federal campaigns. Issues can vary from federal, regional, state, or municipal issues. The ideal candidate is a creative, ambitious, experienced community organizer who is goal-driven and experienced in building individual and collective power in communities of color.
Responsibilities:
Organize, manage and lead successful issue campaigns that engage with Latinx families in Arizona around issues of climate change and environmental justice, among other priority issues.
Take the lead in managing education efforts for federal issue campaigns that engage community members.
Build, develop and train a base of dedicated Latinx grassroots leadership in the community that will have a long-term leadership voice advocating for environmental justice, community health policies and values in the community.
Identify potential new members and engage them by conducting one-on-one’s, presentations, and door-knocking and utilizing other community organizing methods.
Support volunteer leaders in the development and sustaining of organizing committees who are involved in advancing campaign goals.
Build relationships with schools, churches, community organizations, labor unions, public health groups, etc. to work in partnerships to advance shared goals.
Track organizing work meticulously in EveryAction and other databases, submit reports to the Chispa AZ Organizing Director.
Work closely with the organizing team and other departments to implement and evaluate issue-organizing campaigns that successfully recruit constituents, build grassroots leaders and get the attention of decision makers and media.
Work closely with Chispa AZ’s staff and members to grow our grassroots organizing efforts in communities impacted by environmental injustices.
Work with the Chispa AZ, Campaigns and Government Affairs teams to plan and implement decision maker meetings, briefings and advocacy trainings related to federal issues that impact communities in Arizona, as needed.
Travel up to 10% of the time in-state and out-of-state for organizing activities and staff retreats and conferences, as needed.
Conduct in-office responsibilities and events, including meetings with the Chispa AZ team, external partners and key stakeholders, from the Chispa AZ office at least 4 days per week.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – Minimum 3 years in grassroots community, issue or labor organizing programs. Successful track record of grassroots community organizing, training volunteers, leadership development, implementing strategies and tactics, and forming alliances with other groups. Preferred – Experience working with EveryAction and Excel. Experience organizing in Arizona.
Skills : Required – Ability to effectively work as part of a team and in community. Ability to effectively present campaigns and programs to the community, elected officials and allies in an effective way. Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Creative problem-solver who is resourceful during challenging or new situations. Preferred – Fluent in English and Spanish.
Cultural Competence : Enthusiasm and commitment to amplify the voice and leadership of Latinx communities in Arizona. Shares a commitment to advancing racial justice and equity and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities’ of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with Arizona and in-state community preferred.
Working Conditions : This job operates both in a professional office environment and in outdoor and indoor public spaces, and the person will be exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, and high/low temperatures. This position is occasionally sedentary; however, attending meetings and canvassing out in the communities is also frequently required. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move about to accomplish tasks and move between sites. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with community members and must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to travel and to work some evenings and weekends for events and trainings. Position requires a valid Arizona driver’s license and liability insurance or access to reliable transportation. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa AZ Federal Climate Organizer” in the subject line by September 13, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Aug 24, 2023
Full time
Title: Chispa AZ Federal Climate Organizer Department: State Capacity Building Status: Exempt Duration: Funded through 12/31/24, extension dependent upon future funding Reports to: Chispa AZ Deputy Director Positions Reporting to this Position: None Location: Phoenix, AZ – Hybrid Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: C Salary Range (depending on experience) : $67,010 – $81,529
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
LCV launched Chispa , a grassroots community organizing program, to amplify the voice and power of Latine communities to influence local, state, and national decisions that impact our health and environment. Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada and Texas. As part of our long-term commitment to engage new constituencies and to diversify the environmental movement, the League of Conservation Voters, primarily through grassroots community organizing programs, is fostering strong local and national Latinx leadership in the fight against climate change.
LCV is hiring a Chispa AZ Federal Climate organizer who will be an experienced community organizer tasked with engaging and building relationships with Latinx families in the Maricopa County area to take action in the fight against pollution, climate change, and environmental racism and to promote clean air, clean water, clean jobs, clean energy, and other federal campaigns. Issues can vary from federal, regional, state, or municipal issues. The ideal candidate is a creative, ambitious, experienced community organizer who is goal-driven and experienced in building individual and collective power in communities of color.
Responsibilities:
Organize, manage and lead successful issue campaigns that engage with Latinx families in Arizona around issues of climate change and environmental justice, among other priority issues.
Take the lead in managing education efforts for federal issue campaigns that engage community members.
Build, develop and train a base of dedicated Latinx grassroots leadership in the community that will have a long-term leadership voice advocating for environmental justice, community health policies and values in the community.
Identify potential new members and engage them by conducting one-on-one’s, presentations, and door-knocking and utilizing other community organizing methods.
Support volunteer leaders in the development and sustaining of organizing committees who are involved in advancing campaign goals.
Build relationships with schools, churches, community organizations, labor unions, public health groups, etc. to work in partnerships to advance shared goals.
Track organizing work meticulously in EveryAction and other databases, submit reports to the Chispa AZ Organizing Director.
Work closely with the organizing team and other departments to implement and evaluate issue-organizing campaigns that successfully recruit constituents, build grassroots leaders and get the attention of decision makers and media.
Work closely with Chispa AZ’s staff and members to grow our grassroots organizing efforts in communities impacted by environmental injustices.
Work with the Chispa AZ, Campaigns and Government Affairs teams to plan and implement decision maker meetings, briefings and advocacy trainings related to federal issues that impact communities in Arizona, as needed.
Travel up to 10% of the time in-state and out-of-state for organizing activities and staff retreats and conferences, as needed.
Conduct in-office responsibilities and events, including meetings with the Chispa AZ team, external partners and key stakeholders, from the Chispa AZ office at least 4 days per week.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – Minimum 3 years in grassroots community, issue or labor organizing programs. Successful track record of grassroots community organizing, training volunteers, leadership development, implementing strategies and tactics, and forming alliances with other groups. Preferred – Experience working with EveryAction and Excel. Experience organizing in Arizona.
Skills : Required – Ability to effectively work as part of a team and in community. Ability to effectively present campaigns and programs to the community, elected officials and allies in an effective way. Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Creative problem-solver who is resourceful during challenging or new situations. Preferred – Fluent in English and Spanish.
Cultural Competence : Enthusiasm and commitment to amplify the voice and leadership of Latinx communities in Arizona. Shares a commitment to advancing racial justice and equity and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities’ of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with Arizona and in-state community preferred.
Working Conditions : This job operates both in a professional office environment and in outdoor and indoor public spaces, and the person will be exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, and high/low temperatures. This position is occasionally sedentary; however, attending meetings and canvassing out in the communities is also frequently required. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move about to accomplish tasks and move between sites. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with community members and must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to travel and to work some evenings and weekends for events and trainings. Position requires a valid Arizona driver’s license and liability insurance or access to reliable transportation. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa AZ Federal Climate Organizer” in the subject line by September 13, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Title: Chispa AZ Organizing Director
Department: State Capacity Building
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chispa AZ Deputy Director
Positions Reporting to this Position: Chispa AZ Community Organizers and Digital Organizer
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Travel Requirements: Up to 15%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-I
Salary Range (depending on experience): $84,728-$108,000
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
LCV launched Chispa in 2014, a grassroots community organizing program to ensure the voice and power of Latinx communities influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Currently, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada, and Texas.
Chispa Arizona is a leader in advocating for clean energy and clean air, climate justice, public lands and parks, and fighting for a reflective democracy in the federal, state, and municipal governments. Our fight for climate justice is at the Arizona Legislature, the Arizona Corporation Commission, and the municipalities.
LCV is hiring an Organizing Director for the Chispa AZ program whose main objective will be to support building a strong, data-driven, issue-based organizing program focused on developing leaders, coordinating training to professionalize leaders and staff, building and growing our membership base, and building power in the Latinx community. This position builds the capacity and influence of our community on policymakers to protect our rights to a clean and healthy environment.
Responsibilities:
Develop, implement and support, data-driven campaign plans with measurable benchmarks and goals for Chispa Arizona that build a strong base of members/volunteers, result in local policy victories, and develop new grassroots leaders.
Leverage EveryAction effectively to set, track, and achieve organizational goals, engage community leaders (members) in campaign progress, move them up the ladder of engagement, & build committees (comites).
Follow and support systems, tools, and structures that provide strong clarity, accountability, and organization for organizers, members, comites, and campaign implementation.
Provide coaching and management, develop individualized and detailed goals and work plans, and support organizers via mentorship and weekly check-ins on progress to meeting goals.
Ensure that organizers’ contacts are regularly and accurately captured in EveryAction and that reports are produced by organizers for planning weekly follow-ups and other activities.
Provide timely reports to the Chispa AZ Deputy Director, Chispa AZ Executive Director, and National Chispa staff about campaigns, organizing progress, and grants.
Work with the Chispa AZ advocacy team to communicate member priorities and campaign progress, and identify opportunities for members to promote good policy and defend against attacks.
Work with the Chispa AZ Civic Engagement Director to identify opportunities for members to participate in voter registration activities and to integrate civic participation education into the members’ training, development, and leadership roles.
Work with the Chispa AZ digital team to develop online campaign tools and increase online engagement of Latinx and other communities of color with local and national campaigns and programs.
Organize in-person, virtual, and hybrid online events, meetings, retreats, and other opportunities that engage volunteer leaders in strategic thinking and decision-making related to campaigns and the movement.
Create opportunities to develop and expand the organizing team’s and members’ cultural competencies and ability to work across lines of race, class, gender, and sexual identity.
Ensure that art and culture are integral parts of the organizing process and campaign activities.
Identify the need for effective training, develop curriculum, and execute sessions for staff and leaders that relate to organizing skills, leadership skills and practices, understanding of strategy and issues, and motivation and commitment to environmental justice.
Travel up to 15% for meetings with organizers, volunteers, coalition partners, staff retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Minimum of 5 years of experience leading voter registration, electoral, community organizing, issue advocacy, or labor organizing campaigns, including successful experience managing campaigns rooted in social, racial, and economic justice. Prior experience managing and supervising staff, membership, and/or volunteers. Demonstrated experience with and commitment to a data-driven approach to developing goals, tracking progress, and executing metrics-driven campaigns. Working knowledge of online databases and field reporting systems, like EveryAction (EA), or the ability to learn them. Preferred – Experience working in Arizona.
Skills: Required – Enthusiastic and self-motivated leadership skills. Exceptional supervision and coaching skills including managing staff. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented approach to campaign planning, accountability, tracking progress and metrics, and understanding of successful organizing models. Flexibility, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, cultural competence, and ability to bring creative ideas and fresh perspectives to an evolving organizing program. Ability to juggle multiple tasks, solve problems and set priorities in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. Ability to partner and collaborate with the existing Chispa AZ team and represent Chispa AZ and LCV to a variety of audiences and through various mediums. Ability to write and implement comprehensive organizing and issue advocacy campaign plans. Reliable, consistent, detail-oriented, and self-motivated. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. Preferred – Working knowledge of compliance issues and regulations related to 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s cultural identity, views about differences, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Proven track record of successfully working across lines of race, immigration status, ethnicity, language, class, gender, and other identities and experiences. Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with Arizona and in-state community preferred.
Working Conditions: This job operates both in a professional office environment and in outdoor and indoor public spaces, and the person will be exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, and high/low temperatures. This position is occasionally sedentary; however, attending meetings and canvassing out in the communities is also frequently required. The person in the position will occasionally be expected to move items that weigh 15-20 pounds for events, actions, and organizing activities. The position includes moving between sites to accomplish tasks. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with community members and must be able to exchange accurate information.
This position will often require non-traditional hours and will involve work on the weekends. Applicants need to be legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send a cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa AZ Organizing Director ” in the subject line by March 23, 2023. No phone calls, please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Mar 10, 2023
Full time
Title: Chispa AZ Organizing Director
Department: State Capacity Building
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chispa AZ Deputy Director
Positions Reporting to this Position: Chispa AZ Community Organizers and Digital Organizer
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Travel Requirements: Up to 15%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-I
Salary Range (depending on experience): $84,728-$108,000
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
LCV launched Chispa in 2014, a grassroots community organizing program to ensure the voice and power of Latinx communities influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Currently, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada, and Texas.
Chispa Arizona is a leader in advocating for clean energy and clean air, climate justice, public lands and parks, and fighting for a reflective democracy in the federal, state, and municipal governments. Our fight for climate justice is at the Arizona Legislature, the Arizona Corporation Commission, and the municipalities.
LCV is hiring an Organizing Director for the Chispa AZ program whose main objective will be to support building a strong, data-driven, issue-based organizing program focused on developing leaders, coordinating training to professionalize leaders and staff, building and growing our membership base, and building power in the Latinx community. This position builds the capacity and influence of our community on policymakers to protect our rights to a clean and healthy environment.
Responsibilities:
Develop, implement and support, data-driven campaign plans with measurable benchmarks and goals for Chispa Arizona that build a strong base of members/volunteers, result in local policy victories, and develop new grassroots leaders.
Leverage EveryAction effectively to set, track, and achieve organizational goals, engage community leaders (members) in campaign progress, move them up the ladder of engagement, & build committees (comites).
Follow and support systems, tools, and structures that provide strong clarity, accountability, and organization for organizers, members, comites, and campaign implementation.
Provide coaching and management, develop individualized and detailed goals and work plans, and support organizers via mentorship and weekly check-ins on progress to meeting goals.
Ensure that organizers’ contacts are regularly and accurately captured in EveryAction and that reports are produced by organizers for planning weekly follow-ups and other activities.
Provide timely reports to the Chispa AZ Deputy Director, Chispa AZ Executive Director, and National Chispa staff about campaigns, organizing progress, and grants.
Work with the Chispa AZ advocacy team to communicate member priorities and campaign progress, and identify opportunities for members to promote good policy and defend against attacks.
Work with the Chispa AZ Civic Engagement Director to identify opportunities for members to participate in voter registration activities and to integrate civic participation education into the members’ training, development, and leadership roles.
Work with the Chispa AZ digital team to develop online campaign tools and increase online engagement of Latinx and other communities of color with local and national campaigns and programs.
Organize in-person, virtual, and hybrid online events, meetings, retreats, and other opportunities that engage volunteer leaders in strategic thinking and decision-making related to campaigns and the movement.
Create opportunities to develop and expand the organizing team’s and members’ cultural competencies and ability to work across lines of race, class, gender, and sexual identity.
Ensure that art and culture are integral parts of the organizing process and campaign activities.
Identify the need for effective training, develop curriculum, and execute sessions for staff and leaders that relate to organizing skills, leadership skills and practices, understanding of strategy and issues, and motivation and commitment to environmental justice.
Travel up to 15% for meetings with organizers, volunteers, coalition partners, staff retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Minimum of 5 years of experience leading voter registration, electoral, community organizing, issue advocacy, or labor organizing campaigns, including successful experience managing campaigns rooted in social, racial, and economic justice. Prior experience managing and supervising staff, membership, and/or volunteers. Demonstrated experience with and commitment to a data-driven approach to developing goals, tracking progress, and executing metrics-driven campaigns. Working knowledge of online databases and field reporting systems, like EveryAction (EA), or the ability to learn them. Preferred – Experience working in Arizona.
Skills: Required – Enthusiastic and self-motivated leadership skills. Exceptional supervision and coaching skills including managing staff. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented approach to campaign planning, accountability, tracking progress and metrics, and understanding of successful organizing models. Flexibility, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, cultural competence, and ability to bring creative ideas and fresh perspectives to an evolving organizing program. Ability to juggle multiple tasks, solve problems and set priorities in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. Ability to partner and collaborate with the existing Chispa AZ team and represent Chispa AZ and LCV to a variety of audiences and through various mediums. Ability to write and implement comprehensive organizing and issue advocacy campaign plans. Reliable, consistent, detail-oriented, and self-motivated. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. Preferred – Working knowledge of compliance issues and regulations related to 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s cultural identity, views about differences, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Proven track record of successfully working across lines of race, immigration status, ethnicity, language, class, gender, and other identities and experiences. Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with Arizona and in-state community preferred.
Working Conditions: This job operates both in a professional office environment and in outdoor and indoor public spaces, and the person will be exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, and high/low temperatures. This position is occasionally sedentary; however, attending meetings and canvassing out in the communities is also frequently required. The person in the position will occasionally be expected to move items that weigh 15-20 pounds for events, actions, and organizing activities. The position includes moving between sites to accomplish tasks. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with community members and must be able to exchange accurate information.
This position will often require non-traditional hours and will involve work on the weekends. Applicants need to be legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send a cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa AZ Organizing Director ” in the subject line by March 23, 2023. No phone calls, please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Title: Advocacy Deputy Director, Chispa AZ
Department: State Capacity Building
Status : Exempt
Reports to: State Co-Director, Chispa AZ
Positions Reporting to this Position: Chispa AZ Public Lands Fellow
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-I
Salary Range (depending on experience): $84,728-$108,000
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
LCV launched Chispa in 2014, a grassroots community organizing program to ensure the voice and power of Latinx communities influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Currently, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada and Texas.
Chispa Arizona is a leader in advocating for clean energy and clean air, climate justice, public lands and parks, and fighting for a reflective democracy in the federal, state, and municipal governments. Our fight for climate justice is at the Arizona Legislature, the Arizona Corporation Commission and the municipalities.
LCV is hiring an Advocacy Deputy Director to join our Chispa Arizona program who will be responsible for advancing Arizona-based legislative and policy priorities and ensuring that our members are seen as policy change leaders by decision-makers. This position will be joining a team that is motivated by and invested in taking action in the fight against polluters and climate change, and making progress on promoting clean air, clean energy, clean water, access to public lands, and a free and fair democracy for all. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a track record of effective advocacy and deep understanding of Arizona policy issues and priorities.
Responsibilities :
Monitor policy activity at the Arizona legislature, the Arizona Corporation Commission, and other policies at state and municipal levels around environmental justice, clean energy, climate change, democracy, and public lands issues that impact Arizona communities.
Research and write policy analysis and positions, incorporating a racial justice and equity lens and how specific policies impact the people of Arizona.
Develop strategic advocacy plans to advance Chispa Arizona campaigns and policy priorities around environmental justice issues.
Work with the Chispa AZ Public Lands Fellow on public lands issue priorities including research on Latinx issue as it relates to public lands, Chispa AZ’s Clean and Green Campaign, and overall mentorship.
Represent the organization and work with lobbying consultants on key decision-makers on priority issues.
Lead presentations and develop tools that provide culturally competent and accessible information to Chispa Arizona members on legislation and how to influence the policymaking process.
Track legislators’ voting records and oversee the development of an Arizona annual legislative scorecard, tracking scores related to priority issues.
Work with the Chispa AZ Communications and Organizing teams to write policy-related content for action alerts and other communications tools.
Build relationships and partnerships with allies including environmental, faith, labor, community, and others.
Build relationships with legislators, legislative staff, key individuals within administrative agencies, and the executive branch and provide information on Chispa AZ’s policy priorities via emails, workshops and meetings.
Coordinate with counterparts at national LCV and the Conservation Voter Movement state affiliates on key federal issues.
Collaborate with the Chispa Arizona team to put together reports, educational workshops and material related to advocacy priorities.
Participate in and support the preparation of fundraising materials and reports, and other activities of Chispa AZ.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - At least 5 years experience in issue advocacy campaigns. Experience working with policymakers, media, community organizations and in diverse and intersectional coalitions. Experience developing strategic advocacy plans. Experience managing and supervising volunteers or staff. Preferred - Experience working in climate, clean energy, public lands and/or democracy policy from a justice-centered lens. Experience in electoral work.
Skills: Required - Ability to convert policy complexities into digestible, meaningful content. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail. Familiarity with legal rules regarding 501(c)3, 501(c)4 and PAC organizations. Excellent organizational and time management, and supervisory skills, and the ability to delegate, prioritize, and effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Flexibility, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, cultural competence, and ability to juggle multiple tasks, solve problems, and set priorities in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. Ability to work under one’s own initiative as well being an integral team member. Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with coalition partners. Preferred - Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Cultural Competence: Must share a commitment to advancing racial justice and equity and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities’ of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with Arizona and in-state community preferred. Demonstrate deep understanding of environmental priorities, movement issues, Arizona’s lay of the land and political arena. A strong belief in everyday peoples’ ability to affect change and their fundamental right to be heard by decision-makers and influence the policies and decisions that affect their community. An understanding of systemic racism, inequity and how they intersect with environmental issues.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with journalists and must be able to exchange accurate information. This position is based in Phoenix, Arizona. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Ability to travel, potentially up to 10% of time, and work some evenings and weekends, as needed (currently paused due to COVID). Position requires a valid Arizona driver’s license and access to reliable transportation. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic, through April 30, 2022.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa AZ Advocacy Deputy Director” in the subject line by April 14, 2022. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Apr 01, 2022
Full time
Title: Advocacy Deputy Director, Chispa AZ
Department: State Capacity Building
Status : Exempt
Reports to: State Co-Director, Chispa AZ
Positions Reporting to this Position: Chispa AZ Public Lands Fellow
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-I
Salary Range (depending on experience): $84,728-$108,000
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
LCV launched Chispa in 2014, a grassroots community organizing program to ensure the voice and power of Latinx communities influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Currently, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada and Texas.
Chispa Arizona is a leader in advocating for clean energy and clean air, climate justice, public lands and parks, and fighting for a reflective democracy in the federal, state, and municipal governments. Our fight for climate justice is at the Arizona Legislature, the Arizona Corporation Commission and the municipalities.
LCV is hiring an Advocacy Deputy Director to join our Chispa Arizona program who will be responsible for advancing Arizona-based legislative and policy priorities and ensuring that our members are seen as policy change leaders by decision-makers. This position will be joining a team that is motivated by and invested in taking action in the fight against polluters and climate change, and making progress on promoting clean air, clean energy, clean water, access to public lands, and a free and fair democracy for all. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a track record of effective advocacy and deep understanding of Arizona policy issues and priorities.
Responsibilities :
Monitor policy activity at the Arizona legislature, the Arizona Corporation Commission, and other policies at state and municipal levels around environmental justice, clean energy, climate change, democracy, and public lands issues that impact Arizona communities.
Research and write policy analysis and positions, incorporating a racial justice and equity lens and how specific policies impact the people of Arizona.
Develop strategic advocacy plans to advance Chispa Arizona campaigns and policy priorities around environmental justice issues.
Work with the Chispa AZ Public Lands Fellow on public lands issue priorities including research on Latinx issue as it relates to public lands, Chispa AZ’s Clean and Green Campaign, and overall mentorship.
Represent the organization and work with lobbying consultants on key decision-makers on priority issues.
Lead presentations and develop tools that provide culturally competent and accessible information to Chispa Arizona members on legislation and how to influence the policymaking process.
Track legislators’ voting records and oversee the development of an Arizona annual legislative scorecard, tracking scores related to priority issues.
Work with the Chispa AZ Communications and Organizing teams to write policy-related content for action alerts and other communications tools.
Build relationships and partnerships with allies including environmental, faith, labor, community, and others.
Build relationships with legislators, legislative staff, key individuals within administrative agencies, and the executive branch and provide information on Chispa AZ’s policy priorities via emails, workshops and meetings.
Coordinate with counterparts at national LCV and the Conservation Voter Movement state affiliates on key federal issues.
Collaborate with the Chispa Arizona team to put together reports, educational workshops and material related to advocacy priorities.
Participate in and support the preparation of fundraising materials and reports, and other activities of Chispa AZ.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - At least 5 years experience in issue advocacy campaigns. Experience working with policymakers, media, community organizations and in diverse and intersectional coalitions. Experience developing strategic advocacy plans. Experience managing and supervising volunteers or staff. Preferred - Experience working in climate, clean energy, public lands and/or democracy policy from a justice-centered lens. Experience in electoral work.
Skills: Required - Ability to convert policy complexities into digestible, meaningful content. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail. Familiarity with legal rules regarding 501(c)3, 501(c)4 and PAC organizations. Excellent organizational and time management, and supervisory skills, and the ability to delegate, prioritize, and effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Flexibility, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, cultural competence, and ability to juggle multiple tasks, solve problems, and set priorities in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. Ability to work under one’s own initiative as well being an integral team member. Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with coalition partners. Preferred - Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Cultural Competence: Must share a commitment to advancing racial justice and equity and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities’ of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with Arizona and in-state community preferred. Demonstrate deep understanding of environmental priorities, movement issues, Arizona’s lay of the land and political arena. A strong belief in everyday peoples’ ability to affect change and their fundamental right to be heard by decision-makers and influence the policies and decisions that affect their community. An understanding of systemic racism, inequity and how they intersect with environmental issues.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with journalists and must be able to exchange accurate information. This position is based in Phoenix, Arizona. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Ability to travel, potentially up to 10% of time, and work some evenings and weekends, as needed (currently paused due to COVID). Position requires a valid Arizona driver’s license and access to reliable transportation. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic, through April 30, 2022.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa AZ Advocacy Deputy Director” in the subject line by April 14, 2022. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
America Votes Florida is seeking a well-organized self-starter for a full-time position as Deputy State Director. The Florida Deputy State Director plays a key role in the work to grow the state coalition and coordinate strategies between state and national partners. The Deputy State Director works to advance the progressive movement in the state, responsible for the year-round coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, advocacy and policy work among partners and allies. The position works directly with the America Votes team in Florida and will support advancing team priorities and goals. The Deputy State Director works closely with dozens of progressive partners and allies within the state’s progressive movement. This position reports directly to the Florida State Director.
LOCATION
This position is based in Florida and may require some travel and reasonable access to an airport is required. America Votes has offices located in DC and CO, FL, GA, MI, MN, NC, NH, NM, NV, OH, PA, and WI. America Votes is currently working remotely, however if you are based in a state with an America Votes office a hybrid approach may be possible depending on local guidance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Planning Leadership – Support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans (electoral, voting rights, and issue campaigns), providing technical and organizing assistance, responding to programmatic requests, and participating actively and leading in long-range strategic planning for the Florida progressive movement.
Coalition Coordination - Plan and facilitate regular coalition meetings for organizations to create and share plans as well as progress toward goals; identify problems and new opportunities toward winning elections and advancing advocacy goals. Directly manage and provide leadership in the state with the development, implementation, and analysis of state campaign plans, with an emphasis on direct voter contact programs.
Campaign Leadership - Facilitate innovative and creative solutions to challenges related to electoral and issue campaigns, short- and long-term campaign planning, and capacity building. Facilitate ongoing conversations and collective actionable steps toward equity in the work of the coalition and partner members.
Staff Management - Support the state director in implementing America Votes’ organizational goals and management of staff toward delivering on the shared goals of the organization. Support team creation of work plans and team benchmarks for success; manage staff to goals. Manage special projects to deliver on team goals.
Partner Campaign Support - Advocate for partner organizations and elevate quality programs in the state, assist organizations in identifying potential resources, and move resources to partner groups whenever possible. Lead, organize, and facilitate coordinated and/or collaborative partner events, including coalition meetings, training and direct voter contact activities. Develop and execute training curriculums to advance the partner's program, as well as create and organize resources.
Program Implementation - Develop capacity-building opportunities for partners and work directly with the State Director and Data Manager to assess program gaps and overlaps to maximize program impact. Coaching and troubleshooting for high-level campaign staff. Support program implementation through the voter file and other related tools including basic VAN administration.
Product Creation - Lead and support the creation and development of written reports and products to tell the story of Florida and support the coalition. Lead the development of content for reports and presentations for a diverse audience of stakeholders. Deliver presentations to stakeholders, sometimes on short timelines.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
Ideal candidates will have a minimum 6-8 years experience in progressive political campaigns, progressive non-profits (with an organizing focus) or similar transferable experience and three years’ staff management experience. Strong management skills and experience are required including a track record of fostering a collaborative environment and consistent feedback.
Experience building campaign strategies, preferably electoral, including having responsibility for planning, implementation, and program analysis at a statewide level. Expertise in field operations, canvass, voter registration and mail programs preferred. Established expertise and proven track record with electoral plan writing, targeting, and modeling. Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve a must.
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, particularly in political and organizing settings.
Demonstrated ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative work environment; ability to be respected by progressive stakeholders, to be trusted to lead and to be able to practice confidentiality, discretion, and legal compliance in the work.
Ability to build strong relationships quickly and cultivate those relationships over the long term; at least two years of experience working in a coalition including experience facilitating and working within broad and diverse coalitions.
Ability to work independently and to drive and manage own workload; ability to manage several tasks / projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively by making and meeting team goals.
Ability to travel within the state (as needed); ability to work sometimes long, irregular hours, especially during the peak months of the electoral cycle. Must be a self-starter.
Ideal candidates will have experience with standard presentation materials including Google Suite (Google Sheets, Google Slides, etc.) or Microsoft Suite (Excel, Power Point, etc).
Candidates should have a spirit of service and curiosity, along with a diplomatic, professional approach to problem-solving in work with outside partners and while working internally, independently or on a team.
Ability to lead and support the creation and development of written reports and products to tell the story of Florida and support the coalition.
Team-oriented attitude and sense of humor.
PREFERRED
Knowledge of and experience with Florida political landscape and / or independent expenditure political campaigns.
Experience with program analysis, research, and testing.
Experience managing grants programs or fundraising campaigns.
Strong VAN (Voter Activation Network) skills and familiarity with digital campaign technology or willingness to learn.
Experience managing staff towards goals and building a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present and facilitate large meetings.
Experience or training in race equity / anti-racist frameworks; a general understanding of how power intersects with gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and class in organizing and electoral settings.
COMPENSATION
The salary for this position starts at $82,000 and depends upon the applicant’s experience. Benefits for this position include health, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation, paid sick days, and parental leave, as well as 401 (K) after six months of continuous service with the organization.
TO APPLY
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Dec 20, 2021
Full time
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
America Votes Florida is seeking a well-organized self-starter for a full-time position as Deputy State Director. The Florida Deputy State Director plays a key role in the work to grow the state coalition and coordinate strategies between state and national partners. The Deputy State Director works to advance the progressive movement in the state, responsible for the year-round coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, advocacy and policy work among partners and allies. The position works directly with the America Votes team in Florida and will support advancing team priorities and goals. The Deputy State Director works closely with dozens of progressive partners and allies within the state’s progressive movement. This position reports directly to the Florida State Director.
LOCATION
This position is based in Florida and may require some travel and reasonable access to an airport is required. America Votes has offices located in DC and CO, FL, GA, MI, MN, NC, NH, NM, NV, OH, PA, and WI. America Votes is currently working remotely, however if you are based in a state with an America Votes office a hybrid approach may be possible depending on local guidance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Planning Leadership – Support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans (electoral, voting rights, and issue campaigns), providing technical and organizing assistance, responding to programmatic requests, and participating actively and leading in long-range strategic planning for the Florida progressive movement.
Coalition Coordination - Plan and facilitate regular coalition meetings for organizations to create and share plans as well as progress toward goals; identify problems and new opportunities toward winning elections and advancing advocacy goals. Directly manage and provide leadership in the state with the development, implementation, and analysis of state campaign plans, with an emphasis on direct voter contact programs.
Campaign Leadership - Facilitate innovative and creative solutions to challenges related to electoral and issue campaigns, short- and long-term campaign planning, and capacity building. Facilitate ongoing conversations and collective actionable steps toward equity in the work of the coalition and partner members.
Staff Management - Support the state director in implementing America Votes’ organizational goals and management of staff toward delivering on the shared goals of the organization. Support team creation of work plans and team benchmarks for success; manage staff to goals. Manage special projects to deliver on team goals.
Partner Campaign Support - Advocate for partner organizations and elevate quality programs in the state, assist organizations in identifying potential resources, and move resources to partner groups whenever possible. Lead, organize, and facilitate coordinated and/or collaborative partner events, including coalition meetings, training and direct voter contact activities. Develop and execute training curriculums to advance the partner's program, as well as create and organize resources.
Program Implementation - Develop capacity-building opportunities for partners and work directly with the State Director and Data Manager to assess program gaps and overlaps to maximize program impact. Coaching and troubleshooting for high-level campaign staff. Support program implementation through the voter file and other related tools including basic VAN administration.
Product Creation - Lead and support the creation and development of written reports and products to tell the story of Florida and support the coalition. Lead the development of content for reports and presentations for a diverse audience of stakeholders. Deliver presentations to stakeholders, sometimes on short timelines.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
Ideal candidates will have a minimum 6-8 years experience in progressive political campaigns, progressive non-profits (with an organizing focus) or similar transferable experience and three years’ staff management experience. Strong management skills and experience are required including a track record of fostering a collaborative environment and consistent feedback.
Experience building campaign strategies, preferably electoral, including having responsibility for planning, implementation, and program analysis at a statewide level. Expertise in field operations, canvass, voter registration and mail programs preferred. Established expertise and proven track record with electoral plan writing, targeting, and modeling. Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve a must.
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, particularly in political and organizing settings.
Demonstrated ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative work environment; ability to be respected by progressive stakeholders, to be trusted to lead and to be able to practice confidentiality, discretion, and legal compliance in the work.
Ability to build strong relationships quickly and cultivate those relationships over the long term; at least two years of experience working in a coalition including experience facilitating and working within broad and diverse coalitions.
Ability to work independently and to drive and manage own workload; ability to manage several tasks / projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively by making and meeting team goals.
Ability to travel within the state (as needed); ability to work sometimes long, irregular hours, especially during the peak months of the electoral cycle. Must be a self-starter.
Ideal candidates will have experience with standard presentation materials including Google Suite (Google Sheets, Google Slides, etc.) or Microsoft Suite (Excel, Power Point, etc).
Candidates should have a spirit of service and curiosity, along with a diplomatic, professional approach to problem-solving in work with outside partners and while working internally, independently or on a team.
Ability to lead and support the creation and development of written reports and products to tell the story of Florida and support the coalition.
Team-oriented attitude and sense of humor.
PREFERRED
Knowledge of and experience with Florida political landscape and / or independent expenditure political campaigns.
Experience with program analysis, research, and testing.
Experience managing grants programs or fundraising campaigns.
Strong VAN (Voter Activation Network) skills and familiarity with digital campaign technology or willingness to learn.
Experience managing staff towards goals and building a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present and facilitate large meetings.
Experience or training in race equity / anti-racist frameworks; a general understanding of how power intersects with gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and class in organizing and electoral settings.
COMPENSATION
The salary for this position starts at $82,000 and depends upon the applicant’s experience. Benefits for this position include health, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation, paid sick days, and parental leave, as well as 401 (K) after six months of continuous service with the organization.
TO APPLY
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Florida Data Director
Organization Overview
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
America Votes is committed to developing long-term roadmaps and setting critical goals for states. With an eye on redistricting and the consequences of extreme conservative gerrymanders, these efforts are essential to building progressive power in the states, session-by-session and election-by-election.
Commitment to Racial Equity
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated, and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
Position Description
America Votes Florida is seeking a well-organized self-starter for a full-time position as Data Director. The Florida Data Director plays a key role in the supporting campaign strategy and direct voter contact programs for the progressive movement in the state. America Votes Florida utilizes and offers its partner organizations a range of voter file, data, and targeting services. We seek an individual with a combination of technical, political, and analytical skills to manage these services and work with state partner groups and stakeholders in the progressive movement. This position will support partner work including voter contact programs, issue and advocacy work, membership work, and voter registration programs.
Location
This position is based in Florida and may require some travel; reasonable access to an airport is required. America Votes has offices located in DC and CO, FL, GA, MI, MN, NC, NH, NM, NV, OH, PA, and WI. America Votes is currently working remotely, however if you are based in a state with an America Votes office a hybrid approach may be possible depending on local guidance.
Responsibilities
Work with partner organizations using the voter file and other technologies to support, enhance, and execute programs. This includes assisting partners in employing program implementation best practices as well as converting technical data to actionable issue advocacy and electoral campaign recommendations.
Lead data presentation development. Must be comfortable developing district profiles, landscape memos, slide show presentations, and other documents to communicate data analysis with key stakeholders.
Work with the State Director and Deputy Director to lead AV Florida’s data analysis and coordination efforts, and provide strategic data-driven recommendations to partners on campaign field and targeting.
Work with AV Florida staff, partners, vendors, consultants, and others for the acquisition, enhancement, manipulation, and management of voter and member data.
Manage voter file access for AV partner organizations and their consultants. This includes administration and security, training end-users, and providing technical assistance as needed.
Manage and enhance volunteer recruitment databases, virtual predictive dialers, web based programs, and text messaging programs.
Work with other AV Florida staff and partner groups to ensure that political, voter contact, and voter registration programs are maximizing shared voter file, targeting, and other data resources. This includes supporting AV Florida staff and partner groups to develop campaign plans.
Lead partner and organizational VAN and campaign data trainings.
Will lead the Universe Work Group and is responsible for sharing data and tactic best practices during coalition meetings.
Strategic planning assistance: support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans (electoral, voter registration, voting rights, and issue campaigns), providing technical assistance, responding to programmatic requests and participating actively in long-range strategic planning for the Florida progressive movement.
Work with partner organizations using the voter file and other technologies to support and enhance issue advocacy and voter contact programs. This includes assisting partners in employing best practices and VAN training.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
Ideal candidates will have a minimum of four years of campaign experience with at least one full cycle of experience with statewide data responsibilities (from planning to program implementation to analysis).
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in political or organizing settings. Understanding of how power and privilege can show up in data—both in access to data and the data itself.
Candidates should have an understanding of common direct voter contact programs and experience using data to inform advocacy and electoral plans.
Strong VAN or other database skills are required with at least one cycle of experience administering voter contact tools.
Must be comfortable using spreadsheets, and should have a working knowledge of: pivot tables, filters, text to columns, creating simple charts using Excel or a similar tool, and functions including VLOOKUP, SUMIF, and INDEX(MATCH).
Must have a minimum of introductory training on SQL; standout candidates will have experience using SQL including a comfort level with SELECT, WHERE, GROUPBY.
Must be comfortable and able to present data in understandable ways, including visualizations, historical context, and more.
Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new technical skills.
Excellent communication and time management skills with a commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering high quality, error-free work.
Must be a self-starter willing to work irregular campaign-style hours and to travel as needed, especially during campaign season. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of persistence and resourcefulness in solving technical and data problems.
Comfortable working with a diverse set of stakeholders in one-on-one meetings and group settings. Ideal candidates will have previous work experience in a coalition setting.
Ability to travel throughout the state when necessary.
Positive attitude and a sense of humor.
Preferred
Standout candidates will have knowledge of and experience with Florida political landscape and/or independent expenditure campaigns.
Experience preferred with at least one of the following: Mapping tools (QGIS, Maptitute, etc), visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Periscope, etc), R, Python.
Experience conducting small group trainings or developing training materials for end users.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be between $60,000 and $72,000 and depend upon the applicant’s experience. Benefits for this position include health, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation, paid sick days, and parental leave, as well as 401 (K) after six months of continuous service with the organization. The position is represented by the America Votes Workers Union.
To Apply
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Dec 17, 2021
Full time
Florida Data Director
Organization Overview
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
America Votes is committed to developing long-term roadmaps and setting critical goals for states. With an eye on redistricting and the consequences of extreme conservative gerrymanders, these efforts are essential to building progressive power in the states, session-by-session and election-by-election.
Commitment to Racial Equity
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated, and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
Position Description
America Votes Florida is seeking a well-organized self-starter for a full-time position as Data Director. The Florida Data Director plays a key role in the supporting campaign strategy and direct voter contact programs for the progressive movement in the state. America Votes Florida utilizes and offers its partner organizations a range of voter file, data, and targeting services. We seek an individual with a combination of technical, political, and analytical skills to manage these services and work with state partner groups and stakeholders in the progressive movement. This position will support partner work including voter contact programs, issue and advocacy work, membership work, and voter registration programs.
Location
This position is based in Florida and may require some travel; reasonable access to an airport is required. America Votes has offices located in DC and CO, FL, GA, MI, MN, NC, NH, NM, NV, OH, PA, and WI. America Votes is currently working remotely, however if you are based in a state with an America Votes office a hybrid approach may be possible depending on local guidance.
Responsibilities
Work with partner organizations using the voter file and other technologies to support, enhance, and execute programs. This includes assisting partners in employing program implementation best practices as well as converting technical data to actionable issue advocacy and electoral campaign recommendations.
Lead data presentation development. Must be comfortable developing district profiles, landscape memos, slide show presentations, and other documents to communicate data analysis with key stakeholders.
Work with the State Director and Deputy Director to lead AV Florida’s data analysis and coordination efforts, and provide strategic data-driven recommendations to partners on campaign field and targeting.
Work with AV Florida staff, partners, vendors, consultants, and others for the acquisition, enhancement, manipulation, and management of voter and member data.
Manage voter file access for AV partner organizations and their consultants. This includes administration and security, training end-users, and providing technical assistance as needed.
Manage and enhance volunteer recruitment databases, virtual predictive dialers, web based programs, and text messaging programs.
Work with other AV Florida staff and partner groups to ensure that political, voter contact, and voter registration programs are maximizing shared voter file, targeting, and other data resources. This includes supporting AV Florida staff and partner groups to develop campaign plans.
Lead partner and organizational VAN and campaign data trainings.
Will lead the Universe Work Group and is responsible for sharing data and tactic best practices during coalition meetings.
Strategic planning assistance: support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans (electoral, voter registration, voting rights, and issue campaigns), providing technical assistance, responding to programmatic requests and participating actively in long-range strategic planning for the Florida progressive movement.
Work with partner organizations using the voter file and other technologies to support and enhance issue advocacy and voter contact programs. This includes assisting partners in employing best practices and VAN training.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
Ideal candidates will have a minimum of four years of campaign experience with at least one full cycle of experience with statewide data responsibilities (from planning to program implementation to analysis).
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in political or organizing settings. Understanding of how power and privilege can show up in data—both in access to data and the data itself.
Candidates should have an understanding of common direct voter contact programs and experience using data to inform advocacy and electoral plans.
Strong VAN or other database skills are required with at least one cycle of experience administering voter contact tools.
Must be comfortable using spreadsheets, and should have a working knowledge of: pivot tables, filters, text to columns, creating simple charts using Excel or a similar tool, and functions including VLOOKUP, SUMIF, and INDEX(MATCH).
Must have a minimum of introductory training on SQL; standout candidates will have experience using SQL including a comfort level with SELECT, WHERE, GROUPBY.
Must be comfortable and able to present data in understandable ways, including visualizations, historical context, and more.
Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new technical skills.
Excellent communication and time management skills with a commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering high quality, error-free work.
Must be a self-starter willing to work irregular campaign-style hours and to travel as needed, especially during campaign season. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of persistence and resourcefulness in solving technical and data problems.
Comfortable working with a diverse set of stakeholders in one-on-one meetings and group settings. Ideal candidates will have previous work experience in a coalition setting.
Ability to travel throughout the state when necessary.
Positive attitude and a sense of humor.
Preferred
Standout candidates will have knowledge of and experience with Florida political landscape and/or independent expenditure campaigns.
Experience preferred with at least one of the following: Mapping tools (QGIS, Maptitute, etc), visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Periscope, etc), R, Python.
Experience conducting small group trainings or developing training materials for end users.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be between $60,000 and $72,000 and depend upon the applicant’s experience. Benefits for this position include health, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation, paid sick days, and parental leave, as well as 401 (K) after six months of continuous service with the organization. The position is represented by the America Votes Workers Union.
To Apply
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Title: Communications Deputy Director, Chispa AZ
Department: State Capacity Building
Status : Exempt
Reports to: State Co-Director, Chispa AZ
Positions Reporting to this Position: Digital & Storytelling Organizer
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-I
Salary Range (depending on experience): $79,000-$108,000
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
LCV launched Chispa in 2014, a grassroots community organizing program to ensure the voice and power of Latinx communities influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Currently, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada and Texas.
LCV is hiring a Communications Deputy Director to join our Chispa Arizona, Phoenix-based team. The Communications Deputy Director will be responsible for elevating our program profile, establishing relationships with media, creating relatable and culturally competent environmental messaging, and amplifying our work and impact to local and national audiences. This position will be joining a team that is motivated by and invested in taking action in the fight against polluters and climate change, and making progress on promoting clean air, clean energy, clean water, access to public lands, and a free and fair democracy for all. The ideal candidate is a creative, innovative, ambitious, and skilled leader who is bilingual in English and Spanish, goal-driven, and experience in human impact storytelling, media relations, and movement building.
Responsibilities:
Oversee Chispa AZ external and internal overall messaging and communications strategy.
Build relations with English- and Spanish-language press to share and amplify Chispa AZ’s message.
Pitch media on campaign-specific needs, perform follow-up calls with press after events, cultivate Spanish- and English-language press list.
Draft statements, op-eds, press releases, quotes, blogs, and other materials related to Chispa AZ program and work. Work cross-departmentally with staff in the Communications and Legal departments to review and approve materials.
Work with the Digital & Storytelling Organizer to amplify organizational campaign and advocacy goals, pro-climate justice messaging and educational material.
Collaborate with the Chispa AZ staff on developing communications workshops for our community members so they can be active and empowered in the movement for environmental justice and community health.
Gather quotes and stories from community speakers for inclusion in Chispa AZ materials.
Coordinate media activities for Chispa AZ events, including assisting with logistical support and speaker preparation.
Support membership messaging and strategy on multiple platforms to engage supporters and unique target audiences in the growing work and story of Chispa AZ.
Serve as on-the-record spokesperson.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required - At least 5 years experience in communications. Experience managing and supervising volunteers or staff. Successful track record of pitching press, developing relationships with media, and strong storytelling experience. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish and demonstrate cultural competence when messaging environmental priorities and movement issues. Preferred - Experience with Arizona communications and/or campaigns experience. Experience in website development. Experience using social media platforms to advance program goals, including Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Experience with speaking on-the-record to press. Experience developing, implementing and evaluating communications plans for short and long-term campaigns or programs.
Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management, and supervisory skills, and the ability to delegate, prioritize, and effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Enthusiasm and commitment to amplify the voice and leadership of Latinx communities in Arizona and advancing progressive issues and campaigns. Flexibility, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, cultural competence, and ability to juggle multiple tasks, solve problems, and set priorities in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. Detail-oriented, with good organizational skills and follow-through. Ability to work under own initiative, as well as part of a team. Creative and innovative thinker that considers themselves a problem-solver and resourceful during challenging or new situations.
Cultural Competence: Must share a commitment to advancing racial justice and equity and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities’ of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with Arizona and in-state community preferred.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with journalists and must be able to exchange accurate information. This position is based in Phoenix, Arizona. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Ability to travel, potentially up to 10% of time, and work some evenings and weekends, as needed. Position requires a valid Arizona driver’s license and access to reliable transportation. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa AZ Communications Deputy Director” in the subject line by November 28, 2021. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Nov 05, 2021
Full time
Title: Communications Deputy Director, Chispa AZ
Department: State Capacity Building
Status : Exempt
Reports to: State Co-Director, Chispa AZ
Positions Reporting to this Position: Digital & Storytelling Organizer
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-I
Salary Range (depending on experience): $79,000-$108,000
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
LCV launched Chispa in 2014, a grassroots community organizing program to ensure the voice and power of Latinx communities influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Currently, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada and Texas.
LCV is hiring a Communications Deputy Director to join our Chispa Arizona, Phoenix-based team. The Communications Deputy Director will be responsible for elevating our program profile, establishing relationships with media, creating relatable and culturally competent environmental messaging, and amplifying our work and impact to local and national audiences. This position will be joining a team that is motivated by and invested in taking action in the fight against polluters and climate change, and making progress on promoting clean air, clean energy, clean water, access to public lands, and a free and fair democracy for all. The ideal candidate is a creative, innovative, ambitious, and skilled leader who is bilingual in English and Spanish, goal-driven, and experience in human impact storytelling, media relations, and movement building.
Responsibilities:
Oversee Chispa AZ external and internal overall messaging and communications strategy.
Build relations with English- and Spanish-language press to share and amplify Chispa AZ’s message.
Pitch media on campaign-specific needs, perform follow-up calls with press after events, cultivate Spanish- and English-language press list.
Draft statements, op-eds, press releases, quotes, blogs, and other materials related to Chispa AZ program and work. Work cross-departmentally with staff in the Communications and Legal departments to review and approve materials.
Work with the Digital & Storytelling Organizer to amplify organizational campaign and advocacy goals, pro-climate justice messaging and educational material.
Collaborate with the Chispa AZ staff on developing communications workshops for our community members so they can be active and empowered in the movement for environmental justice and community health.
Gather quotes and stories from community speakers for inclusion in Chispa AZ materials.
Coordinate media activities for Chispa AZ events, including assisting with logistical support and speaker preparation.
Support membership messaging and strategy on multiple platforms to engage supporters and unique target audiences in the growing work and story of Chispa AZ.
Serve as on-the-record spokesperson.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required - At least 5 years experience in communications. Experience managing and supervising volunteers or staff. Successful track record of pitching press, developing relationships with media, and strong storytelling experience. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish and demonstrate cultural competence when messaging environmental priorities and movement issues. Preferred - Experience with Arizona communications and/or campaigns experience. Experience in website development. Experience using social media platforms to advance program goals, including Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Experience with speaking on-the-record to press. Experience developing, implementing and evaluating communications plans for short and long-term campaigns or programs.
Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management, and supervisory skills, and the ability to delegate, prioritize, and effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Enthusiasm and commitment to amplify the voice and leadership of Latinx communities in Arizona and advancing progressive issues and campaigns. Flexibility, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, cultural competence, and ability to juggle multiple tasks, solve problems, and set priorities in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. Detail-oriented, with good organizational skills and follow-through. Ability to work under own initiative, as well as part of a team. Creative and innovative thinker that considers themselves a problem-solver and resourceful during challenging or new situations.
Cultural Competence: Must share a commitment to advancing racial justice and equity and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities’ of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with Arizona and in-state community preferred.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with journalists and must be able to exchange accurate information. This position is based in Phoenix, Arizona. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Ability to travel, potentially up to 10% of time, and work some evenings and weekends, as needed. Position requires a valid Arizona driver’s license and access to reliable transportation. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa AZ Communications Deputy Director” in the subject line by November 28, 2021. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
America Votes Florida is seeking a well-organized self-starter for the 2022 election cycle for a full-time Program and Data Manager position. The Florida Program and Data Manager plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state, responsible for the year-round coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, advocacy, and policy work among partners and allies. This position will support program implementation and reporting across the state coalition, including working directly with America Votes partners and allies in the state. The position works directly with the America Votes team in Florida, as well as dozens of progressive partners and allies within the state’s progressive movement. This position reports directly to the Florida State Deputy Director. This position ends December 31, 2022.
Oct 25, 2021
Full time
America Votes Florida is seeking a well-organized self-starter for the 2022 election cycle for a full-time Program and Data Manager position. The Florida Program and Data Manager plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state, responsible for the year-round coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, advocacy, and policy work among partners and allies. This position will support program implementation and reporting across the state coalition, including working directly with America Votes partners and allies in the state. The position works directly with the America Votes team in Florida, as well as dozens of progressive partners and allies within the state’s progressive movement. This position reports directly to the Florida State Deputy Director. This position ends December 31, 2022.
Title: Chispa TX Program Director
Department: Community & Civic Engagement
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chispa National Deputy Director
Positions Reporting to this Position: None
Location: Corpus Christi, TX
Unit Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: E
Salary Range (depending on experience): $79,000-$96,000
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
LCV launched Chispa in 2014, a grassroots community organizing program to ensure the voice and power of Latinx communities influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Currently, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, and Nevada.
Through our programs in five states, our members have taken leadership in the fights to keep rooftop solar affordable and accessible and convert dirty diesel school buses to clean electric fleets, developed Latino and other people of color policymakers as champions on environmental issues, demonstrated to Spanish-language media that the environment is a priority issue for Latinx families, and built strong relationships with social justice and environmental groups alike.
LCV is seeking a Chispa TX Program Director who is a senior-level organizer with extensive experience in program management, base building and developing grassroots leaders through issue organizing campaigns. We are looking for a creative, motivated individual with a strong organizing background who is experienced in movement building and ready to support the development of a new program in Corpus Christi, TX.
Responsibilities:
Work with the National Chispa Deputy Director, key staff and state partners and community to develop, implement and evaluate issue organizing campaigns that build a strong base of volunteers, develop grassroots leaders and inform and drive policy victories that push for environmental justice.
Lead the hiring, coaching, and supervision of Chispa TX program support staff, guide and support the program’s short and long-term goals and professional development.
Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with Latinx organizations, climate groups, leaders and policymakers.
Partner with organizations and consultants to implement a Spanish-language and Latinx focused communications strategy.
Coordinate with the Chispa team and local community to develop and test effective, new organizing and mobilizing strategies and tools that strengthen the participation and leadership of our communities and leaders.
Support fundraising efforts for Chispa TX program to ensure sustainability.
Actively participate as a thought leader in the Conservation Voter Movement and contribute to building an inclusive organizational culture.
Ensure compliance and reporting of all organizing-related activities working with Legal and Finance departments and, where appropriate, state LCVs.
Oversee administrative aspects of the program including narrative reports and financial monitoring and reporting.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: At least 5-7 years of experience in issue, labor and/or grassroots community organizing campaigns with Latinx, low-income families and/or people of color. 1-2 years of direct supervisory experience. Coalition/partner relations experience across issue areas. Program budget management and reporting. Experience developing programmatic reports for funders. Demonstrated experience in staff supervision, management, and coaching skills. Familiarity with digital and communications strategies and tactics and how they amplify and strengthen community organizing and campaigns. Preferred - Experience working with TX communities, and Corpus Christi in particular.
Skills: Required - Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write and implement, monitor and evaluate program and campaign plans. Ability to represent Chispa to a variety of audiences and through a variety of mediums. Commitment to measuring and tracking progress, developing reports for funders, and program outcomes. Work well in a fast-paced environment and able to prioritize and multitask without sacrificing the quality of work. Reliable, consistent, detail-oriented and self-motivated. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Preferred - Familiarity with the IRS rules regarding 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and PACs. Familiarity with VAN, Google, Office Suite.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about differences, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Proven track record of successfully working across lines of race, immigration status, ethnicity, language, class, gender and other identities and experiences. Preferred – Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities’ of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with TX and in-state communities.
Conditions: Ability to travel, potentially up to 10% of time, and to work some evenings and weekends. Position requires a valid TX driver’s license and access to reliable transportation. The position is based in Corpus Christi, TX. Please note that all LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa TX Program Director” in the subject line by January 10, 2021. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace.
Dec 04, 2020
Full time
Title: Chispa TX Program Director
Department: Community & Civic Engagement
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chispa National Deputy Director
Positions Reporting to this Position: None
Location: Corpus Christi, TX
Unit Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: E
Salary Range (depending on experience): $79,000-$96,000
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
LCV launched Chispa in 2014, a grassroots community organizing program to ensure the voice and power of Latinx communities influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Currently, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, and Nevada.
Through our programs in five states, our members have taken leadership in the fights to keep rooftop solar affordable and accessible and convert dirty diesel school buses to clean electric fleets, developed Latino and other people of color policymakers as champions on environmental issues, demonstrated to Spanish-language media that the environment is a priority issue for Latinx families, and built strong relationships with social justice and environmental groups alike.
LCV is seeking a Chispa TX Program Director who is a senior-level organizer with extensive experience in program management, base building and developing grassroots leaders through issue organizing campaigns. We are looking for a creative, motivated individual with a strong organizing background who is experienced in movement building and ready to support the development of a new program in Corpus Christi, TX.
Responsibilities:
Work with the National Chispa Deputy Director, key staff and state partners and community to develop, implement and evaluate issue organizing campaigns that build a strong base of volunteers, develop grassroots leaders and inform and drive policy victories that push for environmental justice.
Lead the hiring, coaching, and supervision of Chispa TX program support staff, guide and support the program’s short and long-term goals and professional development.
Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with Latinx organizations, climate groups, leaders and policymakers.
Partner with organizations and consultants to implement a Spanish-language and Latinx focused communications strategy.
Coordinate with the Chispa team and local community to develop and test effective, new organizing and mobilizing strategies and tools that strengthen the participation and leadership of our communities and leaders.
Support fundraising efforts for Chispa TX program to ensure sustainability.
Actively participate as a thought leader in the Conservation Voter Movement and contribute to building an inclusive organizational culture.
Ensure compliance and reporting of all organizing-related activities working with Legal and Finance departments and, where appropriate, state LCVs.
Oversee administrative aspects of the program including narrative reports and financial monitoring and reporting.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: At least 5-7 years of experience in issue, labor and/or grassroots community organizing campaigns with Latinx, low-income families and/or people of color. 1-2 years of direct supervisory experience. Coalition/partner relations experience across issue areas. Program budget management and reporting. Experience developing programmatic reports for funders. Demonstrated experience in staff supervision, management, and coaching skills. Familiarity with digital and communications strategies and tactics and how they amplify and strengthen community organizing and campaigns. Preferred - Experience working with TX communities, and Corpus Christi in particular.
Skills: Required - Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write and implement, monitor and evaluate program and campaign plans. Ability to represent Chispa to a variety of audiences and through a variety of mediums. Commitment to measuring and tracking progress, developing reports for funders, and program outcomes. Work well in a fast-paced environment and able to prioritize and multitask without sacrificing the quality of work. Reliable, consistent, detail-oriented and self-motivated. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Preferred - Familiarity with the IRS rules regarding 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and PACs. Familiarity with VAN, Google, Office Suite.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about differences, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Proven track record of successfully working across lines of race, immigration status, ethnicity, language, class, gender and other identities and experiences. Preferred – Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities’ of color engagement in the environmental movement. Familiarity with TX and in-state communities.
Conditions: Ability to travel, potentially up to 10% of time, and to work some evenings and weekends. Position requires a valid TX driver’s license and access to reliable transportation. The position is based in Corpus Christi, TX. Please note that all LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa TX Program Director” in the subject line by January 10, 2021. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace.
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 52 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. The National Wildlife Federation believes that in order to save wildlife and ourselves, we need to ensure that all Americans have access to clean air and water, safe communities, easy and equitable access to nature, and protection from the ravages of climate change. These basic needs, equally necessary and urgent for all people, are foundational to bringing the conservation movement and ethos into the 21st century.
To support our mission, we are seeking an Operations Manager to join our Gulf Program and assist the Gulf Program Deputy Director. This position is a remote position, based in St. Petersburg, Florida.
As our Operations Manager you will help advance the goals of NWF’s Gulf Program, which advocates for landscape-scale coastal, riverine and marine habitat restoration and enhanced coastal and floodplain resilience in the watershed of the Gulf of Mexico. Through this program, we work in coalition with national and regional partners to advocate for bold state and federal action that will restore the Gulf and, in the process, protect people, wildlife, and jobs. You will oversee grant and budget processes for our Gulf Program. This position is critical to program operations and advancement of program goals. Under the supervision of the Deputy Director, you will work closely with program colleagues to ensure sound administrative and operational oversight of the program. You will also take on special projects and work with partners to build and advance the program.
You’ll work in close coordination and will have daily communication with relevant program staff, grant and coalition partners, including the Gulf Program Deputy Director and the Regional Deputy Director, as well as the NWF Finance and Legal Departments.
Your role will include:
Grants Management: Manage and lead program grant reporting, including ongoing collection of reporting information and monitoring deliverable progress on multiple grants. Work closely with Gulf program staff and Joint Campaign staff on the Restore the Mississippi River Delta Coalition to ensure grant progress is being made on schedule. Draft reports and assist with grant proposal and renewals. Manage pass-through grants and track deliverable progress and communicate with grantees.
Budget Management: Manage program budgets and contract processes for multiple large grants. Track cash flows, make spending recommendations, communicate with staff as needed. Manage contracts, monitor progress on scopes of work and ensure payments.
Project Management: Manage special projects as needed, ensuring good budgetary decisions, strong team coordination, and effective partnerships. In collaboration with appropriate program staff, develop project proposals and scopes of work. Facilitate project coordination within the Federation and with partners.
General Administrative Duties: Assist the Deputy Director with other administrative duties related to Gulf Program management.
Qualifications:
Degree in public or business administration, public policy, or related field
Minimum five years of successful experience at a conservation and/or non-profit organization
Demonstrated successful experience in grants management and reporting
Experience successfully managing large, complex budgets
Demonstrated ability in:
Working collaboratively with an integrated and diverse team of professionals
Appreciating diversity of opinion as well as respect for individuals
Being a self-starter capable of putting plans into action and meeting deadlines
Prioritizing time and working efficiently
Showing a high-level performance in independent work and using problem solving, initiative and creativity
Being detail-oriented
Communicating well in writing and orally
Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
The salary for this position is $60,000 to $65,000.
The National Wildlife Federation values work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our paid time-off includes 3 weeks of vacation leave, open wellbeing leave, 10 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, a week-long winter break, and additional leave options, per year. In addition, our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, 403b retirement plan with employer matching and annual contribution, adoption benefits, and flexible work options including telecommuting and non-traditional work hours. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
If you have a disability and require an accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at 703-438-6244.
The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered. If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.
Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.
Nov 18, 2020
Full time
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 52 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. The National Wildlife Federation believes that in order to save wildlife and ourselves, we need to ensure that all Americans have access to clean air and water, safe communities, easy and equitable access to nature, and protection from the ravages of climate change. These basic needs, equally necessary and urgent for all people, are foundational to bringing the conservation movement and ethos into the 21st century.
To support our mission, we are seeking an Operations Manager to join our Gulf Program and assist the Gulf Program Deputy Director. This position is a remote position, based in St. Petersburg, Florida.
As our Operations Manager you will help advance the goals of NWF’s Gulf Program, which advocates for landscape-scale coastal, riverine and marine habitat restoration and enhanced coastal and floodplain resilience in the watershed of the Gulf of Mexico. Through this program, we work in coalition with national and regional partners to advocate for bold state and federal action that will restore the Gulf and, in the process, protect people, wildlife, and jobs. You will oversee grant and budget processes for our Gulf Program. This position is critical to program operations and advancement of program goals. Under the supervision of the Deputy Director, you will work closely with program colleagues to ensure sound administrative and operational oversight of the program. You will also take on special projects and work with partners to build and advance the program.
You’ll work in close coordination and will have daily communication with relevant program staff, grant and coalition partners, including the Gulf Program Deputy Director and the Regional Deputy Director, as well as the NWF Finance and Legal Departments.
Your role will include:
Grants Management: Manage and lead program grant reporting, including ongoing collection of reporting information and monitoring deliverable progress on multiple grants. Work closely with Gulf program staff and Joint Campaign staff on the Restore the Mississippi River Delta Coalition to ensure grant progress is being made on schedule. Draft reports and assist with grant proposal and renewals. Manage pass-through grants and track deliverable progress and communicate with grantees.
Budget Management: Manage program budgets and contract processes for multiple large grants. Track cash flows, make spending recommendations, communicate with staff as needed. Manage contracts, monitor progress on scopes of work and ensure payments.
Project Management: Manage special projects as needed, ensuring good budgetary decisions, strong team coordination, and effective partnerships. In collaboration with appropriate program staff, develop project proposals and scopes of work. Facilitate project coordination within the Federation and with partners.
General Administrative Duties: Assist the Deputy Director with other administrative duties related to Gulf Program management.
Qualifications:
Degree in public or business administration, public policy, or related field
Minimum five years of successful experience at a conservation and/or non-profit organization
Demonstrated successful experience in grants management and reporting
Experience successfully managing large, complex budgets
Demonstrated ability in:
Working collaboratively with an integrated and diverse team of professionals
Appreciating diversity of opinion as well as respect for individuals
Being a self-starter capable of putting plans into action and meeting deadlines
Prioritizing time and working efficiently
Showing a high-level performance in independent work and using problem solving, initiative and creativity
Being detail-oriented
Communicating well in writing and orally
Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
The salary for this position is $60,000 to $65,000.
The National Wildlife Federation values work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our paid time-off includes 3 weeks of vacation leave, open wellbeing leave, 10 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, a week-long winter break, and additional leave options, per year. In addition, our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, 403b retirement plan with employer matching and annual contribution, adoption benefits, and flexible work options including telecommuting and non-traditional work hours. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
If you have a disability and require an accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at 703-438-6244.
The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered. If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.
Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections, and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated, and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
America Votes Florida is seeking a well-organized self-starter for the 2020 election cycle as a full-time position as Program and Data Manager. The Florida Program and Data Manager plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state. America Votes utilizes and offers its partner organizations a range of voter file, data, and targeting services. We seek an individual with a combination of technical and political skills to join the growing data team to support the management of these services and work with state partner groups and stakeholders. America Votes is also responsible for the year-round coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, advocacy, and policy work among partners and allies. This position will also support program implementation and reporting across the state coalition, including working directly with America Votes partners and allies in the state. This position works closely with the State Data Director and reports to the State Deputy Director.
LOCATION
This position is based in Florida, office location negotiable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with partner organizations using the voter file and other technologies to support, enhance, and execute programs.
Support the Data Director in data presentation development. Must be comfortable visualizing data and summarizing findings using a variety of tools for a wide range of audiences.
Work with consultants and other AV staff responsible for the acquisition, enhancement, manipulation, and management of voter and member data.
Work with the Data Director to manage voter file access for AV partner organizations. This includes administration and security, training end-users, and providing technical assistance as needed.
Strategic planning assistance – support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans (electoral, voting rights, and issue campaigns), providing technical and organizing assistance, responding to programmatic requests, and participating actively in long-range strategic planning for the Florida progressive movement.
Support coalition coordination by tracking organizational programs, monitoring benchmarks, providing technical assistance, and identifying gaps in collective strategy.
Support events of America Votes partners and allies including coalition meetings, trainings, and direct voter contact activities.
Support the creation and development of written reports and products to tell the story of Florida and support the coalition.
Spirit of service and problem-solving attitude.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in campaign or organizing settings.
Candidates should have an understanding of common direct voter contact programs and experience using data to inform plans.
Strong VAN or other database skills are required.
Must be comfortable using spreadsheets, and should have a working knowledge of: pivot tables, filters, text to columns, and creating simple charts using Excel or a similar tool.
Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new technical skills.
Excellent communication and time management skills, with attention to detail.
Must be a self-starter willing to work long irregular ‘campaign-style’ hours and to travel as needed, especially during campaign season. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of persistence and resourcefulness in solving technical and data problems.
Positive attitude and a sense of humor.
PREFERRED
Standout candidates will have experience with at least one of the following: mapping tools (QGIS, etc), visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Periscope, etc), SQL (comfortable with SELECT, WHERE, GROUPBY), R, Python, advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, INDEX(MATCH)).
Knowledge of and experience with Florida political landscape and/or independent expenditure political campaigns.
Experience implementing field campaigns.
Experience implementing digital campaigns.
COMPENSATION
This position runs through December 31, 2020. Salary is commensurate with experience, $4,100 - $5,000 per month. Benefits include health, dental, vision and 401(k).
TO APPLY
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form found here: https://americavotes.org/jobs/?job_id=85d13449-4323-40f3-a929-47fbaef32686
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law.
Jul 08, 2020
Full time
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections, and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated, and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
America Votes Florida is seeking a well-organized self-starter for the 2020 election cycle as a full-time position as Program and Data Manager. The Florida Program and Data Manager plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state. America Votes utilizes and offers its partner organizations a range of voter file, data, and targeting services. We seek an individual with a combination of technical and political skills to join the growing data team to support the management of these services and work with state partner groups and stakeholders. America Votes is also responsible for the year-round coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, advocacy, and policy work among partners and allies. This position will also support program implementation and reporting across the state coalition, including working directly with America Votes partners and allies in the state. This position works closely with the State Data Director and reports to the State Deputy Director.
LOCATION
This position is based in Florida, office location negotiable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with partner organizations using the voter file and other technologies to support, enhance, and execute programs.
Support the Data Director in data presentation development. Must be comfortable visualizing data and summarizing findings using a variety of tools for a wide range of audiences.
Work with consultants and other AV staff responsible for the acquisition, enhancement, manipulation, and management of voter and member data.
Work with the Data Director to manage voter file access for AV partner organizations. This includes administration and security, training end-users, and providing technical assistance as needed.
Strategic planning assistance – support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans (electoral, voting rights, and issue campaigns), providing technical and organizing assistance, responding to programmatic requests, and participating actively in long-range strategic planning for the Florida progressive movement.
Support coalition coordination by tracking organizational programs, monitoring benchmarks, providing technical assistance, and identifying gaps in collective strategy.
Support events of America Votes partners and allies including coalition meetings, trainings, and direct voter contact activities.
Support the creation and development of written reports and products to tell the story of Florida and support the coalition.
Spirit of service and problem-solving attitude.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in campaign or organizing settings.
Candidates should have an understanding of common direct voter contact programs and experience using data to inform plans.
Strong VAN or other database skills are required.
Must be comfortable using spreadsheets, and should have a working knowledge of: pivot tables, filters, text to columns, and creating simple charts using Excel or a similar tool.
Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new technical skills.
Excellent communication and time management skills, with attention to detail.
Must be a self-starter willing to work long irregular ‘campaign-style’ hours and to travel as needed, especially during campaign season. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of persistence and resourcefulness in solving technical and data problems.
Positive attitude and a sense of humor.
PREFERRED
Standout candidates will have experience with at least one of the following: mapping tools (QGIS, etc), visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Periscope, etc), SQL (comfortable with SELECT, WHERE, GROUPBY), R, Python, advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, INDEX(MATCH)).
Knowledge of and experience with Florida political landscape and/or independent expenditure political campaigns.
Experience implementing field campaigns.
Experience implementing digital campaigns.
COMPENSATION
This position runs through December 31, 2020. Salary is commensurate with experience, $4,100 - $5,000 per month. Benefits include health, dental, vision and 401(k).
TO APPLY
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form found here: https://americavotes.org/jobs/?job_id=85d13449-4323-40f3-a929-47fbaef32686
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law.