350 Wisconsin Action is a 501(c)4 issue advocacy organization, started in early 2022.  It was established by 350 Wisconsin, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that has been engaged in the fight against climate change since 2012. 

350 Wisconsin Action is committed to climate justice, the transition to clean, renewable energy, stopping oil pipelines in Wisconsin and surrounding states, and pushing financial institutions to divest from fossil fuel-related companies.  We carry out major campaigns to elect climate champions to public office.  We also advocate for strong state and local climate policy in Wisconsin.

Our 2022 midterm election campaign involved over 100 volunteers engaged in diverse activities including phone banking, door-to-door canvassing, postcard writing, letters to the editor, campus events, website development and social media posting.  We promoted our endorsed candidates while reaching out to voters about the importance of the election for climate change. 
 

Hours: 60% time–approximately 24 hours per week, for 6 months. (We are actively seeking additional funding that would extend the length of the employment contract and/or percent time worked.) 

Application and Start dates: Early January 2023 start date preferred. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Salary and benefits: $2,100-2,400 monthly. Benefits include paid leave and contribution towards health coverage. Compensation for relocation could be negotiated. Mileage reimbursement is provided at the IRS-approved rate.
 

Location: Remote. The Organizer must reside in Wisconsin.

Major responsibilities of the Political Organizer include:

• Work with the Executive Director and Political Action Team to plan and carry out 350 Wisconsin Action’s electoral work. 

• Manage 350 WI Action’s electoral campaigns. Organize activities, train volunteers, and make sure that deadlines are met. 

• Support 350 WI Action’s advocacy activities, in conjunction with state and local policy teams. 

• Work with the Executive Director and Development Director to expand both individual and organizational fundraising to support the work of 350 Wisconsin Action.

• Work with 350 Wisconsin and other (c)3 and (c)4 partners to powerfully communicate the impact of elections and public policy for the Earth’s climate and environment, Wisconsin’s economy, and the health of its residents.

Through their work, the Political Organizer will:

•  Help build 350 Wisconsin Action as a widely known and respected statewide organization. 

• Contribute to making climate front and center in Wisconsin’s political discourse. 

• Develop new bases of permanent climate leadership and support throughout Wisconsin.

Attributes and Skills/Experience: 

Candidates for the position should have these attributes:

• Express and articulate their commitment to strong grassroots engagement to address climate change.

• Manage multiple priorities, reach goals and meet deadlines. 

• Communicate effectively verbally, visually and in writing, across different types of media.

• Work both as part of a close-knit team and individually to drive program

• Meet people where they are and engage them in conversations and actions that work to build a strong and diverse grassroots base for climate advocacy.

• Be self-motivated and pay excellent attention to details.

• Work and build collaborations with a diversity of individuals and organizations. Prioritize equity, inclusion and justice in electoral and advocacy work.

Candidates for this position should have these Skills/Experience:

• Demonstrated experience successfully managing complex, multi-faceted projects involving multiple people and activities. At least 1 year of electoral organizing experience in a professional capacity is preferred.

• Experience using the VAN database using VAN or similar campaign software is highly desirable.  At a minimum, significant experience using relational databases is required.

• Experience working with and applying technology to work projects.

• Demonstrated understanding of political data preferred.

Candidates for the position are required to have:

• Regular access to a working vehicle and maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Secure access to a computer and the Internet. (Public computers, such as computers in public libraries, are not acceptable.)

• Access to a smartphone.

Work Environment:
350 Wisconsin Action operates virtually, without a brick-and-mortar office. Most, but not all, members of the staff, board, and political action team live in the greater Madison Wisconsin area, and living in the Madison area is not required. Time will be divided between work from the organizer’s home or other secure location, work in the field with volunteers, and meetings with both colleagues and contemporaries from partner organizations. The position requires travel within Wisconsin for organizing meetings, events, political activities, trainings, and other functions. 

Hours are flexible. Some evening and weekend work will be required.

Physical Demands:
Occasional physical demands include setting up for events, working on mailings, tabling at outreach events and filing. This would require the ability to carry 25 lbs.; lift files; use hands to fold, stuff, seal, and stamp envelopes; and bend or stand as necessary. The physical demands also include driving.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter. The cover letter should explain both why you are interested in this position and how your experience relates to the work to be done.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

350 Wisconsin and 350 Wisconsin Action are equal opportunity employers.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.