Regional Policy Lead — Housing & Immigrant Justice

Causenow; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,496 - 98,384; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical and dental coverage

Flexible paid vacation days

Paid sabbatical after 5 years

Job summary

A community organization is seeking an Associate Policy Director to lead public policy advocacy, mentor Policy Advocates, and manage communications across multiple campaigns. This role includes supervising a small team, engaging in coalition-building, and ensuring effective message delivery. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree, fluency in Spanish, and extensive experience in policy advocacy. The position offers a salary of $89,440 annually with comprehensive benefits, and is located in Santa Barbara, CA with a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of supervision experience including temporary staff.
• 4+ years of experience in public policy advocacy or multimedia communications.
• Knowledge of policy issues such as housing, environment, labor, and immigration.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor up to 4 Policy Advocates.
• Coordinate with Organizing Team for campaign support.
• Review and edit communications including press releases and social media content.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Strong writing and public speaking skills

Ability to interact with diverse cultures

Strategic and analytical approach to political issues

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy or related field

Job description

A community organization is seeking an Associate Policy Director to lead public policy advocacy, mentor Policy Advocates, and manage communications across multiple campaigns. This role includes supervising a small team, engaging in coalition-building, and ensuring effective message delivery. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree, fluency in Spanish, and extensive experience in policy advocacy. The position offers a salary of $89,440 annually with comprehensive benefits, and is located in Santa Barbara, CA with a hybrid work arrangement.