$ads={1}The Democratic Socialists of America is a member-run, socialist
organization with more than 280 groups in every state and the District of
Columbia engaged in movement-building, public education, direct action,
advocacy, and electoral politics. Our immediate goal is to build
working-class power against the capitalist class while advancing
transformative reforms like Medicare for All and a Green New Deal,
supporting a robust labor movement, electing socialists to office, and
shifting the public framing around capitalism and democratic socialism.
DSA is a “big tent,” multi-tendency organization that welcomes everyone
committed to democracy and socialism.
We are currently looking for two Field Organizers with preference for
someone in Central, Mountain, or Pacific time.
This Field Organizer position will report to the Organizing Manager and
work closely with other staff to develop and strengthen local chapters,
focusing on certain states/regions. When it is safe to do so, the Field
Organizer can expect to visit chapters an average of one to two weeks per
month. A valid driver’s license is required as is close and easy access to a
major airport for when travel is allowable again.
Directly coach and train chapters (in person or remotely) through ongoing
relationships around: strategic campaigns, educational and organizing
resources, recruitment and and engagement of members, participation in
national-level priorities and other points as necessary
Provide indirect support to chapters by creating resources,
coaching/training member organizers, such as mentors, or identifying
other needs that would ultimately assist chapters
Promote interchapter learning, exchange,coordination and planning
through ongoing or existing spaces like District Calls or newly created
supported spaces that help chapters learn best practices from each other
and, when appropriate, collaborate on external organizing or campaign
work
Develop, revise and execute trainings for DSA membership in various
forms
Identify organic leaders or strong organizers and aggressively support
their development and opportunities to engage with local, national or
other strategic work
Support at least one national priority committee or other national project
committee through organizing partnership, connecting to relevant parts
of DSA (especially chapters) and campaign
development/executionMaintain high level of organization related to
scheduling, note taking, strategic planning , goal-setting, chapter record
keeping, and administrative matters related to coordinating all relevant
logistics around travel
Respond to chapter concerns by connecting them to relevant part of DSA
staff or organizational infrastructure
Perform other duties which may arise based on the needs of the
organization.
Requirements
At least two years of experience organizing to win a collective bargaining
agreement, a contract, legislation, or other reform that increased
grassroots power.
Track record of recruiting, training, and managing volunteers, mobilizing
large numbers of people to take action, developing grassroots leadership,
and winning concrete campaigns.
Proven ability to move people through public speaking, workshop
facilitation, and one-on-one conversations.
Exceptional listening, interpersonal, and general communication skills.
A strong relationship-builder and team player.
Enjoys working with volunteers.
Self starter that can efficiently manage multiple projects at once, use
limited resources effectively, and work with a team.
Handles high pressure situations with positive attitude, tact and
professionalism.
Demonstrated skill at using social media for organizing.
Able to work irregular hours and available to travel.
Commitment to democratic socialist, feminist, anti-racist, anti-ableist,
anti-heterosexist and pro-worker action and identify as a socialist and be
grounded in democratic socialist politics; general agreement with the
positions and perspectives of YDSA and DSA.
Preferred
Familiarity with and/or organizing experience in multiple regions of the
United States, including a mix of suburban, urban and rural.
Grassroots fundraising experience.
Familiarity with Google Suite.
Experience with ActionKit, Action Network, Spoke, VAN and other CRMs.
Graphic design and/or illustration skills.
Popular or political education background.
Creativity and sense of humor.
Reports to: Organizing Manager
Work Schedule: Full-time. Work hours will fluctuate according to campaign
needs and members’ availability.
Location: Remote
Salary: $52,000, non-exempt
Benefits: We offer employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for
employees and their spouse/partner and/or dependent children, and
three weeks of vacation in the first year of employment, then four weeks
each year thereafter.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the
Washington-Baltimore News Guild.
Application Deadline: Rolling
Democratic Socialists of America will provide reasonable accommodations
for qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the
essential functions of their job if doing so does not result in undue
hardship. If you are in need of accommodations during the application
process or interview, please contact jobswithdsa@dsausa.org.
No phone calls or recruiters, please.
Democratic Socialists of America is an equal opportunity employer and
committed to a staff that reflects the working class. We strongly encourage
and seek applications from women, people of color, people with
disabilities, DREAMers, as well as members of the LGBTQ communities.
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