Wisconsin Assembly Democratic Campaign Committee: Organizer

LOCATION

WI

SALARY

$4,500 / Monthly

COMPANY

Wisconsin Assembly Democratic Campaign Committee

DEPARTMENT

Organizing

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Party

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references at the Gusto link provided. Only applications received in Gusto will be considered.

JOB DESCRIPTION

About the Assembly Democratic Campaign Committee:

The Wisconsin Assembly Democratic Campaign Committee (WI ADCC) is the only Democratic organization solely focused on recruiting, training, and electing Democrats to the Wisconsin State Assembly. With new legislative maps, we are fighting for a Democratic Majority in 2024!

 

Organizer Role:

Organizers coordinate the field programs of targeted state assembly districts across Wisconsin. This role reports directly to a district-specific campaign manager and serves as the manager of all direct voter contact (DVC) and volunteer recruitment actions for their assigned campaign. They also coordinate with relevant partners to run an effective and efficient field program within various districts. This is a limited-term position through November 2024.

 

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Engage and persuade targeted voters throughout the district to support ADCC candidates via canvassing and phone banking at least 5 days per week

  • Recruit, train, and retain a consistent volunteer base to implement the ADCC field plan throughout the district 

  • Plan, recruit for and run direct voter contact events such as canvasses, phone banks and GOTV.

  • Staff the assigned candidate as needed and work to ensure the candidate has achieved their individual door goal.

  • Coordinate with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin’s (DPW) coordinated field staff within the district, and provide the Campaign Manager with regular updates on relevant DPW direct voter contact and voter engagement events

  • Monitor candidate literature and yard sign quantities throughout the district, and distribute literature and yard signs to partner groups when appropriate 

  • Staff assigned candidate as needed during direct voter contact

  • Utilize Votebuilder to cut direct voter contact lists, conduct volunteer recruitment, track volunteer involvement and enter campaign data quickly and accurately

  • Maintain and update direct voter contact trackers on a daily basis 

  • Other duties as assigned by the district Campaign Manager, along with other duties assigned by ADCC leadership  

 

 

Qualifications: 

  • Have previous involvement, volunteer or paid, with a Democratic campaign

  • Have strong relational organizing network in Wisconsin is desired but not required

  • Understand and demonstrate voter engagement and persuasion techniques.

  • Have previous experience and success with volunteer recruitment

  • Have impeccable personal organization and the ability to delegate tasks when appropriate 

  • Understand and present effective training and management skills with staff and volunteers

  • Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and a reliable mode of transportation 

  • Experience with Votebuilder, Mobilize, NGP, and ActBlue is desired but not required

  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite 

  • Know best practices for social media and be comfortable using Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for campaign outreach 

  • Be dedicated to anti-racist principles, diversity, equity and inclusion, and grassroots organizing 

 

Location:

Organizers must be willing to relocate within their assigned turf within 30 days of start date, unless otherwise agreed to by ADCC Campaigns Director and assigned campaign leadership. 

 

Physical Requirements:

The Wisconsin Assembly Democratic Campaign Committee is committed to an inclusive organization supporting employees of varying abilities and to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to thrive at the ADCC. The requirements of this role, related to its physical demands, described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Working from a computer for long periods of time;

  • Flexibility to work extensive hours outside of normal operating hours;

  • Ability to drive and/or access to personal transportation

  • Statewide travel is expected while following public health safety measures.

 

Compensation: 

Expected pay for this position is $4,500 monthly. All full-time caucus staff are provided with a full health care package, including vision and dental.

 

How to Apply:

Interest applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references. While the application deadline is July 31, 2024, we will be considering applications on a rolling basis, so those interested should submit their application as soon as possible.

 

ADCC Values:

The ADCC is dedicated to building a collaborative and supportive workplace. The organization prioritizes a work environment that is racially just, equitable, and inclusive and holds our vendors to the same standard. Individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences are highly encouraged to apply.