Regional Field Manager – Grassroots Engagement Director
Location: Casper, Gillette, or Riverton, Wyoming. The Regional Field Manager (internally referred to as a Grassroots Engagement Director) will identify, recruit, and engage grassroots leaders in these communities, mobilize them to take action, and drive policy reforms that open opportunities for all.
Responsibilities
- Identify activists in various parts of the state who are currently—or could become—leaders in their local communities, as elected officials or citizen organizers and motivate them to advocate for change.
- Equip local leaders to advocate for changes that align with AFP’s principles by connecting them to AFP’s training and other resources.
- Organize events where you and other activists engage the public through phone calls, social media, walking through neighborhoods, and other innovative methods to educate people on public policy issues and initiatives.
- Maintain regular contact with activists to keep them motivated, educated, and active.
- Manage part‑time canvassing contractors, including time management, compliance with laws and regulations, and best practices.
Qualifications
- Passion for people and the ability to build relationships quickly with people from all walks of life and inspire and motivate them.
- Knowledge of state and federal public policy landscapes.
- Self‑motivation and a strategic approach to using time to accomplish objectives.
- Excellent organization skills and the ability to keep multiple events and activities on track for yourself and those you engage.
- Ability to work well with a team of AFP staff and activists.
- Excitement to canvass neighborhoods and make phone calls for AFP priority initiatives and AFP Action‑endorsed candidates, and to motivate and coordinate volunteers to do the same.
- A valid driver’s license to travel as needed to meet with people in your area and across the state.
- Willingness to work a flexible and changing schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.
- Integrity, humility, and an entrepreneurial attitude.
- Enthusiasm for Stand Together’s vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding the culture founded on transformation, innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.
- Experience in grassroots advocacy, community organization, and/or political campaigns.
- Volunteer or staff supervisory experience.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits: 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
- A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of more than 1,400 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
- Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non‑hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
- Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.
We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, and respect.