Political Director

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Description

• Western Organization of Resource Councils (WORC) seeks a strategic Political Director to guide the civic and electoral work for our nonprofit network of nine member groups across seven states. • The Political Director will be a critical part of our team working to build permanent electoral infrastructure to help build a bench of elected officials across our region to champion the policies our network prioritizes. • If you have a passion for making change and building power with folks of all walks of life in the rural West, this is the job for you!

Requirements

• 3+ years of electoral experience, either in political campaigns, ballot issue campaigns, or nonpartisan civic engagement programs • Knowledge of IRS nonprofit tax statuses and campaign finance laws and reporting systems • 3+ years of management-level experience • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills including experience developing and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse group of individuals • Highly motivated, proactive work style and excellent organizational skills • Demonstrated commitment to building personal and organizational equity and experience applying that commitment in a work environment • Ability to work effectively with teams, especially when members are based in different locations • Committed to building long-term grassroots power through member-led community organizing and embraces WORC’s mission and guiding principles.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health and dental insurance for employee and dependents, and optional employee-paid vision insurance and flexible spending account • 20 paid vacation days • 12 days sick/wellness leave • 10 paid holidays • Three months paid parental leave • Opportunity to apply for a sabbatical after five years of employment • Ongoing professional development opportunities • 401K with employer contribution • Cell phone reimbursement