Wisconsin State Director: Democracy & Policy Leader

Job Post; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 117,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

Common Cause seeks a collaborative and visionary State Director for Wisconsin to advance democracy reforms. The role leads policy campaigns, builds diverse coalitions, and manages a high-performing team across the state, reporting to the Vice President of States.

The position requires travel within Wisconsin, a start in February, and a commitment to equity, organizing, and nonprofit leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading successful local- or state-level public advocacy campaigns related to democracy, elections, voting rights and civil rights.
• Ability to travel within state at least 4 days per month and up to multiple times per week during legislative session.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Wisconsin politics and funders/decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Set and lead strategy for policy advocacy and organizing centered on racial equity.
• Build and sustain diverse coalitions and serve as spokesperson when needed.
• Oversee budget, operations, and team development in Wisconsin.

Skills

Leadership

Policy advocacy

Coalition building

Strategic thinking

Public speaking

Project management

Collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Slack

Zoom

Job description

Common Cause seeks a collaborative and visionary State Director for Wisconsin to advance democracy reforms. The role leads policy campaigns, builds diverse coalitions, and manages a high-performing team across the state, reporting to the Vice President of States.

The position requires travel within Wisconsin, a start in February, and a commitment to equity, organizing, and nonprofit leadership in a fast-paced environment.