Campaign Organizer

Company: Aclu Wa
Location: Seattle
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Position Open Until FilledFirst Review of Applicants Scheduled for October 7, 2024Campaign Organizer (Criminal Legal)The ACLU of Washington (ACLU-WA) advances liberty and justice in the courts, in the legislatures, in the streets, and at the ballot box. Our work is rooted in belief in a future where everyone in Washington, particularly those who have been historically and systematically denied full enjoyment of their promised civil rights and liberties, are finally free to do so without barriers. Defending and advancing these fundamental rights and core values relies on the contributions of exceptional staff. Learn more about the ACLU-WA.ACLU-WA is seeking a Campaign Organizer. Working in the Integrated Advocacy Department under the management of the Field Director, the Campaign Organizer furthers the ACLU-WA's work to champion and advance political goals prioritized in consultation with impacted community partners. The Campaign Organizer will build political power with and in communities disproportionately impacted by systemic oppression by cultivating trusted relationships with community partner organizations and facilitating collaboration among internal and external stakeholders in the implementation of campaign strategies that advance shared political goals. The Campaign Organizer will focus on campaigns to advance equity and fairness in Washington's criminal legal system and may also work on campaigns related to other civil rights and civil liberties issues.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participation in ACLU-WA's race equity work, utilizing ACLU-WA race equity tools and practices.
• Cultivate trusted relationships with community partners, including those representing and led by directly impacted people.
• Represent the ACLU-WA externally in campaign coalition meetings and other campaign organizing spaces.
• Seek input from organizations led by and/or centering the voices of directly impacted individuals to help shape ACLU-WA's priorities.
• Develop and implement coalition organizing workplans to advance specific legislative priorities during legislative and electoral cycles.
• Facilitate internal and external meetings related to specific legislative campaigns.
• Serve as a key point of contact for campaign coalition partners.
• Help build community partner campaign organizing skills and capacity.EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
  • Awareness and willingness to engage in challenging systems of oppression.
  • At least 2 years' experience in motivating and mobilizing individuals and organizations.
  • Strong facility with Microsoft Office Suite and adaptability to new technologies.
  • Experience working with constituent relationship management software preferred.
  • Understanding of civil liberties and civil rights issues.
  • Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships with diplomacy.
  • Experience managing and motivating coalitions to achieve specific goals.
  • Strong verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Strong group facilitation skills.
  • Ability to make presentations on complex issues to diverse audiences.
  • Experience managing several projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent judgement regarding sharing sensitive information.FUTURE ACLU'ERS WILL
    • Be committed to advancing the mission, vision, and values of the ACLU-WA.
    • Center and embed equity, inclusion, and belonging in their work.
    • Work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles.LOCATION: Seattle, WashingtonCLASSIFICATION: This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. The ACLU-WA reserves the right to change the content of this posting at any time without advance notice.MENTAL DEMAND: Decision-making, high emotional intelligence, giving and receiving feedback, and building trusting relationships.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The ACLU-WA observes a hybrid workstyle, with some staff working primarily remotely while others work in the office several days a week. The office is generally open between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and is located in downtown Seattle.
      • Able to input information into a computer for long periods of time.
      • Able to assess information communicated through a computer.
      • Able to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
      • Able to travel locally/regionally/across the state as needed.TOTAL COMPENSATION: The salary for this position is $83,409 - $99,903, based on relevant experience.BENEFITS: Generous benefits include three weeks of vacation, thirteen sick days, fifteen holidays, fully paid employee medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, and more.APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply, please submit a cover letter and r--sum-- on our job portal. In your cover letter, please explain how you satisfy the skills and qualifications specified above.HIRING TIMELINE: This position is open until filled with the first review of candidate applications scheduled for October 7, 2024.REFERENCES: Please submit three (3) professional references with your application. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
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