Coalitions Manager

James Talarico; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 66,960 - 73,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Paid time off

Sick leave

Job summary

Talarico for Texas is seeking a full-time Coalitions Manager to support the day-to-day operations of the campaign’s coalition engagement program and strengthen relationships with community stakeholders across Texas. The role is based in Austin, with statewide travel requirements.

The candidate will coordinate events, maintain databases, draft outreach materials, and conduct research on organizations and leaders to grow grassroots partnerships. Strong communication and organization are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of campaign, organizing, nonprofit, advocacy, or community engagement experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced campaign environment.
• Passion for coalition-building and Texas politics.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Familiarity with organizing tools preferred.
• Access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Support coalition outreach and engagement efforts across multiple constituency groups and regions.
• Help coordinate community events, coalition meetings, roundtables, and stakeholder briefings.
• Maintain outreach trackers, stakeholder databases, and follow-up systems.
• Assist with drafting outreach emails, briefing materials, meeting notes, and event logistics documents.
• Conduct research on organizations, community leaders, and coalition opportunities.
• Support scheduling and staffing for coalition-related events and meetings.
• Help ensure timely follow-up and relationship maintenance with coalition partners and stakeholders.
• Assist with surrogate and validator engagement efforts across the campaign.

Skills

Campaign experience

Organizing

Communication

Attention to detail

Night/weekend availability

GSuite/MS Office

Tools

GSuite

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Talarico for Texas is building a people-powered campaign rooted in grassroots support, integrity, and the belief that politics should work for everyday Texans. James Talarico’s campaign for the U.S. Senate is committed to engaging communities across Texas through authentic relationships and meaningful partnerships. We are seeking a full‑time Coalitions Manager to support the day‑to‑day operations of the campaign’s coalition engagement program and help strengthen relationships with community stakeholders across the state.

Responsibilities

• Support coalition outreach and engagement efforts across multiple constituency groups and regions
• Help coordinate community events, coalition meetings, roundtables, and stakeholder briefings
• Maintain outreach trackers, stakeholder databases, and follow‑up systems
• Assist with drafting outreach emails, briefing materials, meeting notes, and event logistics documents
• Conduct research on organizations, community leaders, and coalition opportunities
• Support scheduling and staffing for coalition‑related events and meetings
• Help ensure timely follow‑up and relationship maintenance with coalition partners and stakeholder
• Assist with surrogate and validator engagement efforts across the campaign

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of campaign, organizing, nonprofit, advocacy, or community engagement experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced campaign environment
• Passion for coalition‑building, community engagement, and Texas politics
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed
• Familiarity with GSuite, Microsoft Office, and organizing tools preferred
• Access to reliable transportation

Reports to: Deputy Coalitions Director

Location: Austin, Texas (Statewide Travel Required)

Salary: $6,000 per month

Benefits: Health care, paid time off, sick leave

Talarico for Texas is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of every individual and strive to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. We especially encourage those whose voices and experiences are often underrepresented in political and public service spaces to apply.