Grassroots/Political Organizer – Public Policy Advocacy, FEA Headquarters : Florida

Grassroots/Political Organizer
Public Policy Advocacy, FEA Headquarters

Based in Tallahassee, FL
(travel required)

JOB TITLE: Grassroots/Political Organizer – Public Policy Advocacy
CLASSIFICATION: Professional A, FSO Bargaining Unit
SUPERVISOR: Director, Public Policy Advocacy
LOCATION: FEA Headquarters, Tallahassee, FL (travel required)

Position Summary: The Florida Education Association (FEA) seeks an experienced Grassroots/Political Organizer to join its Public Policy Advocacy team. The primary role of this position is to provide campaign and organizing guidance that advances FEA’s vision, mission, and strategic goals. This position provides strategic campaign advice and resources to FEA’s elected officers and leadership team. This position is also responsible for coordinating with FEA’s national affiliates on federal issues and mobilizing FEA’s members accordingly. Additionally, this position works closely with FEA’s Communications Department to develop and distribute campaign materials.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, government affairs, media relations, public relations, or a related field is required.
• A graduate degree in political science, public policy, communications/media relations, or a related field is preferred.
• At least four years of political campaign experience is required.
• At least two years serving in a political campaign leadership role is preferred.
• Professional experience with interpreting and utilizing political poll data is preferred.
• Ability to build and maintain pertinent relationships with members of the media and FEA leaders, staff, and members.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive and maintain professionalism in high-profile/high-pressure situations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to serve as a team player.
• Ability to travel extensively, including overnight trips.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Director of Public Policy Advocacy to create and implement political campaigns that increase awareness of FEA’s legislative priorities through targeted, statewide grassroots organizing.
• Serve as a campaign leader by creating and implementing political campaigns that advance FEA’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.
• Support FEA field staff and locals with campaign strategy and organizing by providing hands-on support, tools, and training.
• Work in conjunction with FEA’s national affiliates and mobilize FEA’s members on federal issues as appropriate.
• Develop, interpret, and utilize political polling data to advance FEA’s campaign and legislative priorities.
• Work closely with FEA’s communications department to create campaign materials and distribution strategies.
• Coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of the political action program including political action fundraising.
• Assist with the recruitment and deployment for political and legislative activists.
• Assist with generating media interest and promotion of FEA’s campaigns and legislative priorities.
• Assist with the coordination of political and legislative activities, with special emphasis in political relations including elections, candidate and elected officials, statewide constituency groups, and special interest relations.
• Provide support to FEA committees, task forces, and cross functional work teams as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Public Policy Advocacy
• Travel across Florida as needed, including overnight travel.

General Responsibilities:

• Acknowledge and support the advancement of FEA’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.
• Identify, contribute to, and support new opportunities to advance FEA’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.
• Perform all work assignments in a manner that effectively and efficiently utilizes FEA resources.
• Contribute to and support the development and implementation of departmental and interdepartmental programs and services.
• Perform all duties, responsibilities, and assignments within the guidelines outlined in the FSO/FEA Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with FEA Policies and Procedures.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The salary for this position is determined by the negotiated agreement between the Florida Education Association and the Florida Staff Organization based on credited experience. FEA provides medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term-disability insurance to its employees with no employee premiums. Additionally, FEA provides employer-paid retirement options, vacation leave, sick leave, and paid holidays.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and writing sample by clicking on the link provided below –
https://organizers.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2gb5rid9g5f/aaak

Candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates that apply on or before December 30, 2019 will receive preferential treatment.

FLORIDA EDUCATION ASSOCIATION
IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Consistent with the FEA Affirmative Action Plan, minority, female, and physically challenged applicants are encouraged to apply. Please contact FEA’s Office of Human Resources at 850-201-3215 or feahr@floridaea.org to request an accommodation during the application process.

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