Deputy Organizing Director (Coordinated)

Job Title :

Deputy Organizing Director

Reports to : Organizing Director

Organizing Director

Salary :

$6,500 / month, $78,000 / year, generous benefits package

Location :

Madison or Milwaukee, WI

Start date :

June 2024(Please note : Employment with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin requires residence or willingness to relocate to the state of Wisconsin.)

Application Deadline :

June 21, 2024 (Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Deadlines may be shortened or extended as necessary.)

About The Democratic Party of Wisconsin :

WisDems is nationally recognized as one of the country's highest-performing and most pivotal political organizations. During the 2024 cycle, WisDems will drive massive programs to defend the Democratic majority in the United States Senate by re-electing Senator Tammy Baldwin, to re-elect President Biden for a second term, elect progressive candidates up and down the ballot, and work to build volunteer-led coalitions for the long term.

The Opportunity :

As a Deputy Organizing Director, you will build local grassroots teams that will engage in direct voter contact, volunteer recruitment, and volunteer retention.

You will be responsible for executing a field program and managing a team of Regional Organizing Directors that work to elect Democrats by building and maintaining the local volunteer infrastructure necessary for success in the November 2024 General Elections and beyond.

Job Responsibilities :

Manage, support & coach your Regional team in building local grassroots teams for direct voter contact, volunteer recruitment, and retention.

Support our Engagement Organizing program by implementing grassroots relational and digital organizing tactics.

Create a strong progressive presence in communities within your assigned turf.

Ensure regions are building the local volunteer infrastructure necessary for success in the Spring Elections and November General Elections.

Implement grassroots field tactics, including managing phone banks and canvasses.

Meet or exceed metrics-based goals for volunteer recruitment & retention as well as direct voter contact.

Work with the Organizing Director to reach underserved populations across Wisconsin.

Develop and maintain volunteer and staff-facing training including webinars and one-pagers as needed.

Address statewide volunteer needs, including outreach to volunteers.

Support Neighborhood Action Team Actions and assist with event logistics.

Work with the Organizing Director on hiring of Regional Organizing Directors and Organizers.

Execute the 2024 statewide organizing and outreach programs across Wisconsin.

Manage direct reports, conducting coaching conversations and creating an inclusive team culture.

Represent the Democratic Party of Wisconsin and our policies.

Work outside of normal hours as necessary for canvassing and election preparation.

Qualifications (Required) :

Growth Mindset - Ability to take and implement feedback.

Goal-Oriented - Enjoys achieving ambitious goals and can work long hours during peak season.

Cultural Competency - Able to build authentic relationships across lines of difference.

Strong Interpersonal Communication Skills - Can connect and motivate volunteers and community members.

Management Skills - Ability to manage relationships within your team and treat employees equitably.

Technical Proficiency - Proficiency in Votebuilder (VAN), Google Suite, and general computer competencies.

Previous Organizing Experience - Demonstrated ability to manage a large organizing team under pressure.

Qualifications (Preferred) :

Access to reliable transportation and willingness to travel frequently.

Benefits :

Great benefits including health care, dental, vision, life insurance, short term and long-term disability, virtual therapy, monthly cell phone stipend, paid vacation, retirement plan with employer match, and more!

Equity and Inclusion :

The Democratic Party of Wisconsin has a vision for a deeply inclusive and diverse organization. We encourage applicants with ties to diverse communities to apply.

The Democratic Party of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note on COVID-19 :

Candidates will be required to verify that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment, except where prohibited by law.

Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement.

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