Learn to run a Field Campaign- Work for Progressive Change

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What do Barack Obama, Gene Karpinski, Stephanie Schriock, Russ Feingold, Howard Dean and you all have in common?

They all at one point worked in a campaign office and canvassed for issues and causes they cared about. Canvassing is taking ownership over what is happening around us, and standing up for those causes that you care most about.

Take the first step towards a career in fighting for progressive issues!

Direct a campaign office with Grassroots Campaigns, Inc. Take on important issues like women's reproductive rights, constitutional rights, international development, the environment and equality for all.

Grassroots Campaigns is hiring Assistant Directors to help run campaigns all across the United States. Assistant Directors will work as a team to manage one of our fundraising campaign offices, to build community support, educate the public and recruit new members for one of the progressive organizations or charities we partner with.

Job responsibilities include:
Recruit a team of 10-40 canvassers to represent top issue based organizations on the front lines of the progressive movement. Strategically develop and implement a plan to hire the best representatives for our campaigns.

Manage, train, and develop staff into activists and leaders in a canvass office. Work with staff to make them the best organizers and fundraisers they can be.

Promote staff into leadership positions and develop the next generation of progressive leaders.

Canvass to raise funds and build support in the community. Lead staff by example and work on the front lines on the most important issues facing our nation.

Requirements for Position:
Strong communication and motivational skills, work ethic, and desire for political change are essential. Candidates must be able to work within a team, have proven leadership ability and an orientation towards handling a lot of responsibility. Strong self-direction and the ability to take initiative are also necessary qualifications. Previous field or canvassing experience is a plus, and may qualify candidates for additional leadership positions.

To Apply:
Apply Here! Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted about opportunities with Grassroots Campaigns within a week. We are currently hiring across the United States in: Boston, MA; New York, NY; Washington DC; Philadelphia, PA; Chicago, IL; Portland, OR; Cincinnati, OH; Albuquerque, NM; Kansas City, MO; Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; San Diego, CA; Berkeley, CA; Sacramento, CA; San Francisco, CA; Santa Cruz, CA; Pasadena, CA; Raleigh, NC and Denver, CO.

It's More Than a Job; It's a LifestyleCompensation: $24,000 + Healthcare & BenefitsPrincipals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.Please, no phone calls about this job!Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.Posting ID: 3761204200

Posted: 2013-04-23, 7:02AM PDT

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