The Working Families Party
The Working Families Party is a progressive independent political organization that fights for social, economic, and racial justice—and wins. We combine issue advocacy campaigns with year-round electoral engagement to win ground-breaking policies and elect strong progressive champions.
WFP Organizer - Criminal Justice Reform (CJR) Program
WFP is building a national mass base working class party. We're investing in building the base our country needs. WFP Organizers are part of a cadre of skilled organizers that help us build membership and elect transformative leaders to office.
WFP is seeking an Organizer who can engage, mobilize and activate WFP members, allies and activists to advance our strategic goals.This person will build independent, progressive political power through developing, leading and executing organizing drives and campaigns that build our base and elect progressive criminal justice reformers.
Location
This job will require some travel. In the immediate we plan to run campaigns in Michigan and Florida, and as such people with previous experience or roots in those states are strongly encouraged to apply, however that is not a requirement.
Employment Term
This position is full-time salaried through December 2021. The position may be renewed depending on available funding and demonstrable campaign impact.
Primary Responsibilities
- Work with Director on strategic goals and in support of WFP Criminal Justice initiatives
- Build grassroots support for WFP's criminal justice work and WFP as a whole by organizing and managing canvass operations, engaging members of affiliated organizations, and organizing community round tables
- Maintain a rigorous schedule of relational meetings to develop relationships with labor and community based organizations in specific geographies, especially those advancing Criminal Justice Reform
- Increase the number of WFP supporters and members
- Ensure the organizing of spring convenings that gather party supporters and members for training and leadership development, that ultimately deepen their commitment to the party and engage them in key Criminal Justice related races
- Research and prepare written materials, on issues related to Labor & Criminal Justice
- Support WFP endorsed campaigns
- Ensure tracking of supporters and members and their leadership development in CRM/database, and build a team of volunteers capable of doing this in the future
Requirements
- A sincere passion and commitment to social, economic, and racial justice and building power for working people
- Preferred: 3 to 5 years (or more) experience in labor, community, political or faith-based organizing.
- Excellent listening, interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills;
- A willingness to learn, the ability to work hard with irregular hours, and the ability to work independently with guidance as well as within a team.
- Proven organizing ability, and effectiveness engaging potential activists, supporters, institutional leaders and current and prospective elected officials.
Salary
Salary for this position is commensurate with experience. A competitive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, and life insurances, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid holidays, and unlimited paid time off. Opportunities for advancement, travel, and additional training are available.
To Apply
Please follow this link to apply. You will be prompted to upload a resume and a cover letter.
Working Families is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to economic and social justice. Women, people of color, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, and members of other historically disenfranchised populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to apply for or perform the essential functions of the job should contact us to request such an accommodation.
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