To be considered
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Political Action Representative I
Department:
Political Action
Location:
Washington, D.C.
Grade:
USU Grade 8
Salary Range:
Salary Range: $77,637 -$116,449
Benefits:
Posting Date:
February 25, 2022
This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring political campaigns and electoral programs that support the goals and objectives of AFSCME’s Political Action Department.
DUTIES:
- Provides mobilization support for federal, state, and local elections, including candidate, legislative, issue and PEOPLE fundraising campaigns.
- Manages field programs including, but not limited to, voter registration, member mobilization, voter contact and get-out-the-vote activities in assigned campaigns.
- Develops campaign plans with appropriate goals and benchmarks.
- Build solidarity amongst affiliates through regular joint table meetings, planning and program implementation.
- Develops relationships and works with allies, including other labor unions, progressive groups, candidates and parties to build progressive strength while representing AFSCME’s interests.
- Assesses and tracks programs for AFSCME field operations, providing reports and analyzing data as required.
- Promotes and implements the PEOPLE program and represents the department at various forums and functions.
- Utilizes advanced targeting, data and research to enhance field programs.
- Conducts political training workshops in political motivation, campaign activities and member involvement to acquaint members with AFSCME’s position on political, legislative and administrative issues and matters of importance.
- Assesses candidates on federal, state, and local levels of government to determine candidate viability and recommend degree of union involvement.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education and Experience:
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with course work in Labor Relations, Political Science or Government.
- A minimum of three years of related work experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Skills:
- Knowledge of federal, state and local campaign finance regulations and laws.
- Knowledge of campaign targeting techniques.
- Knowledge of scientific polling techniques.
- Knowledge of computer software associated with potential campaign data gathering or planning.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure within tight deadlines.
- Ability to assist in the development of training curriculum and conduct workshops.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and writing to large and small group settings.
- Ability to assess political situations and develop appropriate campaign strategies.
Travel and work hours:
- Extensive travel, extended work hours and a valid driver’s license required.