Join the fight for social, economic, racial & environmental justice!
Citizen Action of New York is one of the fastest-growing statewide grassroots organizations in the country. We fight for social, racial, economic and environmental justice, and an America that works for all of us. Our organizing campaigns focus on issues such as education, fair wages, democracy, progressive taxation, criminal justice/police reform and 100% clean/renewable energy. We have won significant improvements in New Yorkers’ lives, and we have elected progressive candidates to office. We play a leadership role in organizing major statewide coalitions including the Alliance for Quality Education. Raise the Wage Campaign, Fair Elections for New York and NY Renews.
Citizen Action of New York has seven regional grassroots chapters and offices, including one in the Capital District. We are currently seeking an EXPERIENCED LEAD ORGANIZER for the Capital District Chapter based out of the Albany office.
If you have strong organizing experience, like working with a diverse group of people and are committed to social change, come join our growing organization!
Responsibilities include:
• Supervise 1-2 regional organizers on a variety of issue campaigns;
• Organize actions, mobilizations, phone banks, earned media events, grassroots lobbying and other activities as part of our issue and electoral campaigns with a focus on public education, the Fight for 15 and union rights and environmental justice;
• Recruit members, build our volunteer base, train and develop local members and leaders;
• Build and staff local coalitions when needed;
• Build and maintain active issue committees;
• Develop and maintain an active Regional Board;
• Oversee the chapter’s annual fundraiser;
• Maintain a database of active members, leaders and volunteers.
Qualifications:
• Five or more years experience organizing issue and /or electoral campaigns
• Supervision experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A creative approach to problem-solving, including strong analytic, strategic and planning skills
• Requires strong computer and Internet skills
• Ability to travel, including having a reliable car
• Ability to work evenings and weekends
• Ability to fundraise from small and mid-size donors
• Self-motivation and ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to conceptualize and implement a variety of campaigns and projects
• Proven ability to work with a diverse group of people & stakeholders
Additional factors: Knowledge of local, federal, and/or New York State politics is also desired.
Salary and Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience. Full health benefits.
To Apply: Please email a resume, cover letter and short writing sample to Jessica Wisneski, Legislative and Campaigns Director, Citizen Action of New York, jwisneski@citizenactionny.org, subject line: LEAD CAPITAL DISTRICT ORGANIZER
Citizen Action of New York is an equal opportunity employer and we seek to build an organization that aggressively pursues a racial justice agenda. People of color and women are strongly encouraged to apply.
