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About the Role

This key role supports the organization's work to grow and diversify its audience and volunteer base, engaging millions more in the fight to protect and strengthen democracy in advance of an upcoming election. The role is at the intersection of community and democracy, working with various communities across the state to expand membership through recruitment and engagement in Election Protection programming. It also supports comprehensive Election Protection training and serves as a first point of contact for volunteers and members.

Responsibilities

Engage members in Election Protection efforts.
Support recruitment and trainings for members and volunteers for election administration advocacy, early voting, election day, and post-election activities.
Assist in developing and leading engaging Election Protection trainings for members, volunteers, and community partners.
Participate in engaging, nonpartisan education and outreach activities to expand awareness of our work.
Engage in state and/or multi-state campaigns and mobilizations to defend voting rights.
Assist in developing and disseminating Election Protection-related educational resources and toolkits using traditional and digital communication platforms.
Support the implementation of systems to manage members and volunteers for early voting and election day.
Support collection and reporting of data and information from voters, volunteers, partners, election officials, and other sources.
Share Election Protection educational materials to social media pages to engage members and share accurate information about elections.
Build and maintain relationships with community partners and elected officials.
Act as a representative of Common Cause in various coalitions.
Monitor and engage with Boards of Elections and local election officials across counties to discuss voter access and election administration.
Build relationships with key stakeholders and host community meetings to understand current barriers to voter participation.
Complete administrative tasks as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A strong commitment to Common Cause’s nonpartisan mission and to advancing civil rights through our pro-democracy agenda.
A commitment to equity in the goals of your work and in how you work with others.
Openness to feedback and awareness of your own strengths and areas for growth.
Ability to build relationships and credibility with multiple stakeholders with diverse interests, and a track record of working collaboratively with others.
Interest in public advocacy campaigns and mobilization efforts.
Interest in democracy issues, including voting rights, redistricting, campaign finance reform, disinformation, ethics.
Demonstrated interest in the unique aspects of New York’s political dynamic.
Ability to meet deadlines for multiple projects at once, with attention to detail, and a resourceful approach to solving problems.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Familiarity with office productivity tools including Microsoft Office, Slack, and Zoom.
Experience supporting the growth of membership bases and/or worked on an issue-based or political campaign.
Ability to travel 1-2 times per year for team and/or all staff retreats.
Ability to work in-person in the state office or at various locations around the state at least 3 days per week, and up to daily during the peak of our season.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
Willing to have a social media presence on behalf of Common Cause.
Staff members may not currently be in elected office (or running for office); on the Steering Committee or Finance Committee for any political candidate; or affiliated with the leadership of a political party.

Skills

Microsoft Office
Slack
Zoom
Social media presence

Location

Metro New York City
Long Island
Hudson Valley
Manhattan

Work Type

Full-time
Temporary
Hybrid

Experience Level

Entry level

Salary/Compensations

$65,776 - $82,750 a year

Benefits

Reimbursement for miles driven on official business in personal vehicle at the federal mileage rate.

About the Company

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy.
We work to create an open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.
Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has members and supporters living in every congressional district in the United States, and offices in 23 states around the country.

Equal Opportunity

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.