Texas Campaign Director: Coalition Builder & Advocate

PIRG; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Parental leave

Commuter benefit

Job summary

TexPIRG is seeking a state director in Austin, TX to lead campaigns like Right to Repair, Data Centers, and High Value Healthcare. You will shape priorities, build coalitions, organize events, and advocate before decision-makers at the local, state, and federal levels.

The role requires strong writing and public speaking, ability to travel, and experience growing teams. Compensation starts at $41,750 and can reach $60,000 with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision,

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in advocacy or grassroots organizing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willing to travel and work flexible hours.
• Experience with policy development and coalition-building is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Help shape program priorities: Participate in policy development, research and messaging to determine our priorities in Texas.
• Build powerful coalitions: Reach out to a broad range of organizations and affected constituency groups across the political spectrum to demonstrate support for our campaign goals.
• Organize events and recruit volunteers: Organize webinars, community events and public meetings. Recruit organizations and members of the public to attend and participate.
• Earn traditional media and social media attention: Organize media events and write opinion pieces. Build a following on social media for your campaigns.
• Advocate: Present a compelling case to decision-makers for strong consumer and public health protections through lobbying, testifying at hearings, and producing powerful written materials.
• Fundraise: Write grant proposals, build relationships with foundation staff, and raise money from individual donors to bring more resources to our campaigns.
• Grow our team: Identify and recruit strong candidates to join our staff. Hire and manage interns to maximize the impact of your campaigns.

Skills

Campaign organizing

Advocacy

Public speaking

Writing

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Multitasking

Education

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

TexPIRG is seeking a state director in Austin, TX to lead campaigns like Right to Repair, Data Centers, and High Value Healthcare. You will shape priorities, build coalitions, organize events, and advocate before decision-makers at the local, state, and federal levels.

The role requires strong writing and public speaking, ability to travel, and experience growing teams. Compensation starts at $41,750 and can reach $60,000 with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision,