The Cornerstone Project: Campus Organizer

LOCATION

TX

SALARY

$5000 - $5000 (Monthly)

COMPANY

The Cornerstone Project

DEPARTMENT

Organizing

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Non-Profit

MINIMUM LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE

Departmental Staff (a role in a specific department. Ex: Organizer, Finance Assistant, Social Media Manager)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please complete the application form and include a resume and writing sample (see application form for instructions).

APPLICATION LINK

tcptx.org/campus-organizer

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Campus Organizer will work closely with the Regional Organizing Director to oversee and execute the organization’s grassroots organizing and voter registration strategies on their specific campus. This role involves managing organizing staff, coordinating outreach efforts, developing voter registration strategies, and ensuring the successful implementation of voter registration programs on a specific campus. 

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Support Organizing Strategies:

  • Lead Voter Registration at target campuses. 

  • Contribute to the creation of outreach strategies and training materials.

  1. Team Management:

  • Supervise and mentor Cornerstone Fellows, providing guidance and support to ensure effective performance.

  • Conduct regular team meetings, performance evaluations, and professional development sessions.

  1. Data Management:

  • Manage the delivery and collection of data. 

  • Assist the Quality Control team with Data Entry, as needed. 

  1. Problem-Solving and Crisis Management:

  • Address and resolve issues that arise within the organizing team or during voter registration activities.

  • Provide solutions to unforeseen challenges and ensure continuity of voter registration efforts.

  1. Reporting and Communication:

  • Report progress and outcomes of voter registration activities to the Regional Organizing Director and other senior staff.

  • Communicate effectively with team members and fellows 

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in managing and leading teams.

  • Strong understanding of organizing principles, voter registration strategies, and community engagement.

  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a high degree of flexibility.

Additional Information:

  • The position will require regular evening and weekend work. From June through July you will be expected to work 45 - 50 hours per week. From August through the Voter Registration deadline in October, you will be expected to work up to 55 hours per week.

  • Applicants must have consistent access to reliable transportation, a computer, and a phone in order to perform the essential functions of the role.

  • Regular travel around your region will be required.

  • This position will require daily work outdoors and regular walking around college campuses.

 

 

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