Chris Lyons’ Hill Job List for June 4, 2010

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For Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee [D-TX] –
Texas Democrat seeks a Legislative Correspondent/Driver for the Washington, D.C. office. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, researching and drafting correspondence, supporting the legislative staff, administrative duties (answering phones and greeting constituents), driving, and some legislative issues. Qualified candidates will have excellent research and communication skills, as well as knowledge of IQ correspondence management systems. Applicants will have a flexible schedule including long hours and must work well under pressure. Salary is commensurate with experience. Texas ties preferred. Applicants must have a car and be willing to drive the member. Interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to nat.thomas@mail.house.gov
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For Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee [D-TX] –
Progressive Texas Democrat seeks experienced Communications Director to handle busy press operation in fast-paced Washington office. Responsibilities will include handling press inquiries for the Member; drafting press releases, media advisories, statements, website content and talking points. In addition, the Communications Director will be working closely with the Washington and District staffs to develop an effective communications plan for the Member. Candidates must have experience speaking on the record, excellent writing and editing skills and ability to quickly produce press material as needed. Established relationships with members of the national press and ability to speak and write effectively are a must. Applicant Instructions: To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to: nat.thomas@mail.house.gov. No drop-ins or calls please.
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For Rep. Gwen Moore [D-WI] –
Executive Assistant: Progressive Midwestern Democratic Congresswoman seeks organized, hardworking individual to manage Member scheduling and some office management, (including office finances and intern supervision). Capitol Hill or private sector experience in these areas strongly preferred. Ideal candidate would be familiar with Member office management duties including vouchers, travel arrangements, scheduling, and office equipment purchases and maintenance. Candidates need excellent organization and multitasking skills, in addition to motivation, energy, and flexibility. Job also requires that candidate have a car since driving the Member is required as needed for events/meetings. Minorities strongly encouraged to apply. EOE. Fax to 202-225-8135, ATTN: Executive Asst Opening, or hand deliver to 1239 Longworth HOB. Do NOT mail via USPS.
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For Rep. Charles Gonzalez [D-TX] –
Texas Democrat seeks Scheduler with substantial experience. Capitol Hill experience preferred, but will consider candidates from the private sector. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, coordinating Member’s Washington and Texas schedule, managing all meeting request, making travel arrangements, ensuring preparation for all appearances, meetings and hearings. A successful candidate will have exceptional organizational skills, great attention to detail, patience and a friendly demeanor. Candidate must be flexible to work irregular hours. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to TXScheduler.USHouse111@gmail.com
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Job Openings For June 2, 2010
Note to Job Applicants: To apply for a position, unless otherwise directed in listing, e-mail your resume and other supporting documents to harjobs@cq.com with the Job Referral Number visible in the subject field. Applications for multiple jobs must be e-mailed separately. Applications can also be mailed to Job Openings, c/o CQ’s House Action Reports, 1255 22nd Street, N.W., Washington, D.C., 20037. Indicate the Job Referral Number on your resume, as well as on the outside of the envelope, and send a separate resume for each position for which you are applying. Copies of the Job Openings are also available by request at Kinko’s, on Capitol Hill, 715 D Street, S.E.
Note to Subscribers: You must subscribe to House Action Reports to post a job listing. To post a listing, e-mail the job description and contact information to harjobs@cq.com by noon on Wednesday.
*An asterisk indicates the first publication of a new opening. All other openings have been published previously.
INTERNS – Internships are an excellent opportunity to gain Capitol Hill experience. If you are interested in a position as an intern for a member of Congress, submit your resume to the House Action Reports intern file. House Action Reports will keep resumes on file for approximately two months and make them available to offices upon request. Date your resume and send it to Job Referral No. “Intern.”
NEWS ANALYST/EDITOR — Bulletin News analysts are at the cutting edge of the modern information world. Each morning, the nation’s top executives in the government and corporate sectors start their day with a news analysis briefing provided by Bulletin News. If you want the opportunity to brief the nation’s decision makers, please fax your resume to 703-483-6181, or e-mail us at ResumesWP@BulletinNews.com. In order to do this job well, you must have excellent analytical skills, writing and editing ability, and experience in either government or corporate headquarters. The ability to work very early morning hours is a must. If you love news, thrive under deadlines, and want to have a direct impact on important decision makers, Bulletin News is the place for you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT/EDITORIAL QUALITY CONTROL — BulletinNews produces the daily White House News Summary for the Executive Office of the President and additional customized news briefings for governmental and Fortune 500 leaders nationwide. We’re expanding the product management team, reflecting the rapid growth of our business. The successful candidate will be pivotal, serving as (a) the face of the company to clients, each of which pays six figures annually for their daily service; (b) the “voice of the client” internally, ensuring that our editorial workers understand client needs; and (c) a driver of our quality-control management system. Ideal candidate will have strong account management skills combined with experience working as a journalist, editor or similar news generation/monitoring position. Apply to BusOps@BulletinNews.com. EEOC.
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT — Democratic Armed Services Committee member is seeking a legislative assistant to handle committee work. Candidates should have significant Hill experience, excellent written and oral communication skills. Preference is for candidates with military service. Please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample to MLAopening2009@gmail.com.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/SCHEDULER — Progressive House Member of Congress from Texas seeks a detail oriented, highly organized and self-motivated individual as an executive assistant. Candidate will prepare the daily schedule for the member, and prepare detailed itineraries, including important numbers, locations and contact names; prepare monthly projected schedules; brief the member on all scheduling activities and requests of the Washington, D.C., and district offices; coordinate photo opportunities with constituents; make reservations for the Congressman’s air travel, ground transportation, and lodging; submit vouchers for travel and expense reimbursement to the staff member responsible for submitting office bills for payment; respond to all invitations, either by written correspondence or by personal telephone call. Candidate will work well under pressure and handle stress. Must have a flexible schedule as job includes long hours, nights, and weekends
and other duties as assigned. Bachelor’s degree is required with at least two years of office experience. At least one year working in a congressional office is beneficial as is experience making travel reservations and arrangements. Alternatively, three to five years of related work experience. Must have strong telephone skills, strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to prioritization of and recommendations on appointments. Candidate absolutely must have a car to travel with the member throughout Washington, D.C. Thoroughness and careful attention to detail is an absolute must. Does this sound like you? Send a resume, cover letter, and references to: Resumebox@mail.house.gov.
STAFF ASSISTANT — Active Bay Area California Democratic member of Congress seeks a staff assistant. Responsibilities include managing the front desk and greeting visitors. Daily tasks include answering telephones, conducting and organizing tours, processing flag requests, assisting a busy legislative staff, and serving as intern coordinator. Applicants should be detail-oriented professionals with strong organizational skills and writing abilities, positive attitudes and pride in work product. It is required that this staffer have a car. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to dcstaffer@mail.house.gov. Absolutely no phone calls, e-mails or walk-ins, please.
INTERNS — Rep. Lynn C. Woosley, D-Calif., is offering full-time or part-time unpaid internships. This position provides exposure to the legislative process, while developing a strong understanding of how a congressional office operates. Intern responsibilities include answering phones, leading tours of the Capitol, opening and sorting mail and faxes, and the potential to assist legislative staff with research and correspondence. Applicants should be energetic, committed and posses excellent communication skills. District ties are a plus. Please send a resume and cover letter to ca06internapp@gmail.com.
INTERNS — The College Republican National Committee is looking for several interns for the winter, spring, and summer in our Washington, D.C. office. Specifically, we are looking for political, finance, and communication interns. Each intern would be working with their respective area director on projections related to their title. Political interns will work with our political director on the 2010 field program. Communication interns will work with our political director and communications director, writing and creating content for our Web site, developing press contacts, and writing press releases. Finance interns will work with the finance director on major donor fundraising and event planning. Ideal candidates should have excellent writing skills, a strong work ethic, pay attention to detail, and be moderate or conservative leaning politically. We are flexible with school schedules and more than happy to write letters of recommendation. Our office
is located off the Blue and Orange Lines at Eastern Market, just six blocks from Capitol Hill. Please send a cover letter and resume to Tierra Warren at twarren@crnc.org if interested or with questions.
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT – Progressive Northeast Democrat is seeking a legislative assistant to handle a number of domestic policy issues, including consumer protection, energy, environment and homeland security. Successful candidate must possess knowledge base to produce and advance legislative proposals. Prior hill experience is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to be a team player are important. New England connections are a plus. Applicants should email their resume, cover letter and writing sample to newenglanddem@gmail.com.
ANALYST, LEGISLATIVE ACTION – CQ-Roll Call is seeking a full-time legislative analyst for its Legislative Action team to cover measures scheduled for House floor action, primarily for House Action Reports. This analyst mainly will handle legislation dealing with financial services, economic affairs, agriculture and small businesses, as well as some appropriations bills. The analyst will be expected to describe in detail the major provisions of bills, as well as relevant background information and anticipated floor amendments, and will be responsible for summarizing arguments made by supporters and opponents of major bills, among other tasks. The analyst will work with legislative text, committee reports and other documents, and is expected to build and maintain relationships with sources both internal and on Capitol Hill. Demonstrated research and writing experience is required, and successful candidates will have extensive experience with Congress,
public policy, or both. Familiarity with government documents also is preferred. Some evening and occasional weekend work required. Contact jobs@cq.com.
STAFF ASSISTANT – Conservative midwest Democrat seeks energetic, highly-organized and personable staff assistant. Duties include: answering telephones, conducting and organizing tours, processing flag requests, assisting a busy legislative staff, and serving as intern coordinator. Applicants should be detail-oriented professionals with strong organizational and communications skills. Hill experience and Pennsylvania ties a plus. Please send resume and cover letter to: paresumebox@gmail.com No phone calls or drop-ins, please.
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT STAFF – Conservative Midwest Democrat seeks budget/tax legislative assistant to handle committee work and other legislative issues that may include, but are not limited to, energy/environment, agriculture and foreign affairs. This is not an entry-level position. Ideal candidate must have Capitol Hill or other applicable policy-related experience and be a self-starter. Pennsylvania ties a plus. Candidate must be team player with evidence of strong communications, analytical and interpersonal skills. Please e-mail cover letter, resume and writing sample of no more than 2 pages to: paresumebox@gmail.com. No calls, faxes, or drop-ins please.
STAFF ASSISTANT – Senior Republican House member seeks a staff assistant for Washington, D.C. office. Candidate must possess excellent communication skills and be courteous, detail-oriented and organized. The staff assistant will be responsible for constituent services including: answering phones, giving Capitol tours, processing flag requests, and also will have a significant role in the constituent mail process. This is a fast-paced office that requires a staff assistant who can multi-task and be a team player. Previous Hill experience and Illinois ties are preferred, but not required. Interested applicants should e-mail resume, cover letter and writing sample to ilstaffassistant@gmail.com. No phone calls, faxes, or drop-offs please.

First Generation Program Fellow at American Democracy Institute

American Democracy Institute (ADI) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit in Washington, DC that empowers exceptional emerging leaders to find, create, and pursue their path to high-impact leadership positions by bringing together highly accomplished and socially committed individuals from a variety of sectors and helps them share their skills, talents, and experiences with the next generation of leaders.

Our Pathways to Power Program enables exceptional young leaders to find, create, and pursue their own pathways to high-impact leadership positions. In the next year we will build on that success and launch a national Pathways to Power program for first generation Americans. ADI’s First Generation Program will provide this under-served community of future leaders with access to a broader network of accomplished peers and leaders.

We are currently looking for a First Generation Program Fellow for this summer. This position will report directly to our Director of Programs and our CEO. It requires about a three month commitment and will include a small stipend. Prospective candidates should be highly motivated self-starters with strong research and writing skills. We are looking for someone with a strong commitment to the mission of the program and our organization. Some of the specific duties include researching and assessing unique challenges and opportunities for developing first generation leaders to assist in designing the program.

If you are interested, please send a cover letter, resume and brief writing sample to internships@americandemocracyinstitute.org

Rep. Gwen Moore
Executive Assistant: Progressive Midwestern Democratic Congresswoman seeks organized, hardworking individual to manage Member scheduling and some office management, (including office finances and intern supervision) . Capitol Hill or private sector experience in these areas strongly preferred. Ideal candidate would be familiar with Member office management duties including vouchers, travel arrangements, scheduling, and office equipment purchases and maintenance. Candidates need excellent organization and multitasking skills, in addition to motivation, energy, and flexibility. Job also requires that candidate have a car since driving the Member is required as needed for events/meetings. Minorities strongly encouraged to apply. EOE. Fax to 202-225-8135, ATTN: Executive Asst Opening, or hand deliver to 1239 Longworth HOB. Do NOT mail via USPS.

____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ ______ Campaign Organizer in Florida Keys – Climate and Energy Campaign
Florida Keys Region
Department: Policy

Oceana
Join the only international nonprofit dedicated solely to protecting and restoring the world’s oceans. Oceana’s campaigns are directed at achieving measurable policy changes to prevent the irreversible collapse of ocean life. Results are achieved through science, law, advocacy, organizing public support, and communications.

Position Description
Manages Florida Keys campaign to stop expanded offshore oil and gas drilling and to promote action on climate change in local, national, and international forums. Builds public engagement on offshore drilling and renewable energy. With direction from Campaign Manager, works independently to execute a campaign plan and carries out the tasks necessary to meet campaign objectives. Tracks timelines, and reports on progress to Campaign Manager. Manages a varied and high volume workload and requires initiative to work on own to meet deadlines and accomplish tasks. This position will be temporary.
Principal duties and responsibilities include:

1. Build a broad, effective campaign including, but not limited to, grassroots coalition building, earned and paid media acquisition, legislative advocacy, science, public engagement, repeat volunteerism, and development of a self-sustaining and continuing foundation of support.
2. Execute the campaign in conjunction with a team of professionals. This will include working with other field staff, on-line activists, legislative and communications professionals, vendors, consultants and others.
3. Regularly report on progress of the campaign, and lead the charge for overcoming obstacles to ensure goals and objectives are met.
4. Perform additional duties as needed and/or assigned.

Qualifications
1. At least 2 years of campaign experience, with at least one in a management position. This should include experience engaging volunteers and building a foundation of support for a policy outcome.
2. Demonstrated success building, and cultivating new relationships in a way that persuades individuals to support the organization’ s agenda and generates measurable results.
3. A proven track record in grassroots field organizing and public speaking.
4. Experience in coordinating media relations.
5. A track record of being detail oriented, with good organizational skills and follow-through.
6. Demonstrated initiative to self-motivate, to work with diverse communities, serve as a team leader, and achieve Oceana’s goals.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to multi-task.
8. Computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office applications.
9. An ability to work well with others.

How to apply
Please send your cover letter and resume to mdundas@oceana. org with Campaign Organizer – Climate and Energy Campaign in the subject line. Check out our website www.oceana.org to learn more about who we are and what we do. EOE.

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Analyst
Political/Issue Advocacy/Market Research
Benenson Strategy Group, LLC

Relevant Work Experience:
Career Level: Entry Level
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Category: Political Polling/Market Research
Locations: US- Washington, DC

The Benenson Strategy Group (BSG), a Democratic political polling and market research firm seeks to fill an entry-level Analyst position in our Washington, DC office to begin immediately. This represents a tremendous opportunity for a motivated individual to be part of a closely-knit research and consulting team that shapes the strategies of major Democratic political candidates, high-ranking elected officials, and advocacy organizations. Moreover, this opportunity is ideal for individuals who are eager to learn and apply the latest research and consulting methods to the political arena, while working in a dynamic, demanding and fast-paced environment.

BSG’s founders and staff are innovative researchers and highly competitive strategists with successes at the highest levels in both the political and corporate arenas. To that end, BSG has become one of the country’s foremost market research consulting firms, initially making a name for itself through its highly visible achievements in the political realm. This comprehensive strategic approach has fueled political and corporate powerhouses alike. Political clients include President Barack Obama, Sen. Robert Menendez (NJ), Rep. Anthony Weiner (NY), and Gov. Tim Kaine (VA) and others.

As an Analyst you will participate in all phases of the research process. The ideal candidate is a problem solver who is detail-oriented, possesses excellent oral and written communication skills, and has the ability to work effectively under tight timelines and in high pressure environments. You should be a team player and a motivated self-starter with exceptional time management skills and a strong work ethic. Successful candidates will have an enterprising spirit that translates into the ability to positively contribute to BSG’s growth.

Specific Responsibilities
Conducting background research on candidates, political issues, and advocacy organizations.
Writing research memos and presentation drafts.
Setting up reports and data tables, charts and graphs, and support of senior staff.
Proofreading research studies and presentations, and assisting senior analysts in drafting reports and developing presentations for clients.
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Requirements
 Candidates must have 1+ years of previous work experience.
Campaign or political experience is necessary.
Excellent oral and written communications are essential.
Candidates must bring not only excellent analytical and strategic capabilities but an orientation towards innovative and creative thinking and ability to integrate and apply learning from multiple sources.
To be considered you must be a motivated self-starter, well-organized, detail-oriented and able to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment handling multiple assignments with tight deadlines.
This person will also be expected to contribute to a team-oriented environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Qualified candidates please apply for this position at the link below:

http://tbe.taleo. net/NA2/ats/ careers/requisit ion.jsp?org= IMODERATE&cws=1&rid=40

For more information about the company, please visit: www.bsgco.com

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Field Organizer position
Jun 01 03:53PM -0700 ^

Field Organizer
Job Description:
Hiring Field Organizers for an exciting progressive Mayor’s race in
the Northeast. Gather experience in getting out the vote; working on
a campaign; identifying voters; and getting our candidate elected.

Field Organizers
Under the supervision of the Campaign staff, Field Organizers are
responsible for organizing activities in a county or city, and
responsibilities include:
• Expanding outreach operations in targeted communities
• Providing support for events and communications through crowd
building and visibility
• Recruiting, training and managing volunteers
• Tracking and reporting progress
The ideal candidate must have:
• Grassroots field experience on at least one issue or electoral
campaign
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage field operations as
evidenced by the ability to work independently and in a team, juggle
multiple tasks, manage volunteers, solve problems, think creatively,
take initiative, and set priorities
• Excellent time management and strong communication skills required
• A sense of humor and the ability to be flexible
• Some proficiency in Microsoft Office

Salary will vary by position and depend on skills and experience.
To Apply, Send cover letter and resume to jobs@fieldworks. com with the
position in the subject line.

Finance Directors Needed for Targeted Congressional Campaigns
Jun 01 03:24PM -0500 ^

*Finance Director*

POSITION SUMMARY:

National PAC seeking applicants for Finance Directors to work on targeted
progressive congressional campaigns.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Developing a Winning Fundraising Strategy: The Finance Director will be
responsible for working with the campaign manager and the committee to
create and execute a winning fundraising plan for the congressional
district. The fundraising plan will establish quarterly, monthly, and
weekly fundraising goals and how they will be achieved.

Managing the Finance Team: The Finance Director will be responsible for
training and directing finance team members. The Finance Director will be
motivating and feel comfortable holding team members accountable for meeting
their goals and completing assignments.

Being Creative: The Finance Director will be someone who is constantly
seeking new effective ways to raise money, online and offline, and who is
willing to experiment from time to time on new initiatives with the campaign
and committee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• 2-3 cycles of finance experience – Federal level preferred

• Demonstrated experience and success on progressive campaigns

• Demonstrated skill in managing staff and systems

• Knowledge of NGP and other finance software

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proven entrepreneurial abilities, creativity and initiative

• Strong commitment to social justice and the progressive movement

• Understanding of federal PAC and nonprofit legal issues/structures a
plus

• Grassroots (non-election) / advocacy organizing experience a plus.

Pay and benefits are commensurate with experience. Must be comfortable with
long, irregular hours, travel, and be able to relocate for the 2010 cycle.

TO APPLY:

To apply, please upload your resume at this link:
http://act.boldprog ressives. org/cms/sign/ app_findir/

Top Indiana Congressional Race Hiring Field Staff
Jun 01 02:04PM -0500 ^

Across the America, Democratic Congressional candidates are mounting
campaigns to keep our country going in the right direction.

Now is your chance to be a part of this historical election year.

One of the top Congressional races in Indiana is looking for field
organizers to add to its team of expert campaigners, operatives and field
personnel. You will be on the front lines of preserving the Democratic
majority in Congress.

The ideal applicant for this position has excellent and proven communication
skills, is very organized and works with a high degree of accountability and
honesty. The ideal applicant is able to focus on details while maintaining
sight of the big picture and can work on many projects simultaneously
without dropping the ball.

Positions are now open and organizers will be asked to start on July 1st.
This will be the most rewarding and fun job you may ever have and is the
perfect place to begin you career – in politics or wherever your interests
lead you.

Compensation is competitive and includes excellent health benefits.
Start date: July 1, 2010.

Send resumes and cover letters to eric.heggie@ gmail.com with the subject
line Field 2010 Applicant. No calls please.

NYS Senate Race Fundraising Assistant
Jun 01 12:50PM -0400 ^

Very competitive Democratic New York City political campaign seeking a paid
fundraising assistant/call sheet manager.

Seeking an organized and driven person, ideally with campaign finance
experience. Will be working closely with candidate, organizing and briefing
fundraising and political calls, monitoring calls, managing all appropriate
follow-up and maximizing candidate’s call time. Will also help support the
finance team. This race is one of the most-watched races in New York City
this cycle.

Please send resumes and references to nycampaignjob@ gmail.com.

Top Tier US Senate Race Seeking Field Organizers
Jun 01 01:41PM -0400 ^

Top Tier US Senate Race Seeking Field Organizers

Michael Bennet’s US Senate Campaign is seeking Field Organizers to fill
roles all over Colorado. You will be conducting voter outreach, managing
volunteers, and working with headquarters to plan and drive individuals to
attend events, fill volunteer shifts and inspire voters.

You should be prepared to work hard everyday, but experience is flexible.
What matters most is a passion to do your work well and a positive attitude
everyday. Experience with VAN and Excel is a plus.

If you are interested in gaining valuable campaign experience as part of an
incredibly qualified team please email a resume and cover letter to:
frank@bennetforcolo rado.com

Test Drive the VAN with Democratic GAIN
Jun 01 12:46PM -0400 ^

It’s almost summer and that means we’re getting into the heat of campaign
season. *If you are interested in working or volunteering on a campaign the
VAN is a tool you need to know! *Democratic GAIN is here to get you up to
speed on this crucial tool no matter what level you’re at! *GAIN will be
hosting a Beginner’s and Advanced VAN Training all on June 4th. *

*Register today to confirm your spot in DC or via webinar.
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VAN (Voter Activation Network), the world’s largest provider of voter file
technology to Democrats and progressives is used by nearly every Democratic
campaign across the country to manage voter contact and to expedite GOTV.

*The Beginner Training:*
This session will cover the basics with an overview of the general site
layout as well as types of data found in VAN. This session is for anyone who
has not used VAN, needs a refresher or has very limited knowledge of the
tool. For more info, *click
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.

*The Advanced Training:*
This session will have an in depth discussion of user/data management.
Topics will include how to best utilize VAN for voter ID, and volunteer
input and management for My Campaign. This session will also cover an
introduction to the development and integration of VAN’s new media tools.
This event is aimed toward those with basic VAN experience. For more
info, *click
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Organizer, Repower at Home (Washington DC)
Jun 01 08:14AM -0700 ^

Repower at Home, a project of the Alliance for Climate Protection, is
looking for a fantastic organizer to join our hard-working, fun, and
growing field team.

America has a tradition of social reform rooted in strong community-
driven organizing. Like social movements of the past, solving the
climate crisis will require committed, grassroots leadership driving
change from the ground up. Repower at Home is building the movement
of community leaders and local organizing teams dedicated to solving
the climate crisis, beginning where it is most personal – at home.

Repower at Home organizers work with volunteer teams to engage their
communities in reducing energy waste by taking simple actions at home
and supporting change at the local and national level.

The ideal candidate will:

- Have previous community or campaign organizing experience

- Be creative, outgoing, motivated, goal-oriented

- Able to work well independently and with a team

- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Have a positive outlook and great sense of humor

- Be flexible to work some evenings and occasionally on
weekends.

- Posses a valid driver’s license.

To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to
Shira.miller@ climateprotect. org with “Repower at Home Organizer” in
the subject line.

The Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national
origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability
or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This
policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment,
placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits,
social and recreational activities and termination.

Administrative Assistant, Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC)
CJun 01 10:58AM -0400 ^

Company: Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC)

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Posting Date: June 1, 2010

Closing Date: Until filled

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Progressive Change Campaign Committee seeks an Administrative
Assistant. Must be reliable and detail-oriented. This is an
opportunity to work in an exciting, fast-paced political environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Scheduling: The Administrative Assistant will be responsible
for scheduling calls and meetings with top-tier congressional
candidates, congressional offices, individual donors, and more.

• Preparing Materials: The Administrative Assistant will be
responsible for compiling information in advance of calls and
meetings, including profiles of candidates and donors, resumes of job
applicants, and more.

• Travel and Event Arrangements: The Administrative Assistant
will be responsible for making travel arrangements for staff,
including flight, car and hotels, when appropriate. The
Administrative Assistant will occasionally be responsible for event
planning, including dinner and room reservations, contracting with
caterers, and more.

• Other Administrative Duties: The Administrative Assistant will
be responsible for making sure that employee contact information is
updated; ordering business cards for new employees; assisting with
occasional research and fact-checking; responding to member inquiries;
and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• Previous administrative experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proven entrepreneurial abilities, creativity and initiative

• Ability to work efficiently and autonomously

• Strong commitment to social justice and the progressive movement

• Internet proficiency.

Pay and benefits commensurate with experience. Must be comfortable
with long, irregular hours, occasional travel, and virtual work
environment.

ABOUT THE PROGRESSIVE CHANGE CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE:

Founded in January 2009, the Progressive Change Campaign Committee
(PCCC) is an organization dedicated to helping better, bolder
progressive candidates get elected. We provide candidates with the
tools and knowledge to hit the ground running from Day One. Our staff
includes senior organizers from top-tier congressional campaigns and
progressive movement organizations. We’re a not-for-profit, one-stop
shop for progressive candidates at the state and federal levels.

We also run advocacy campaigns on prominent issues like health care
reform and media accountability. In our first year, we raised over a
million dollars to support our advocacy work in small-dollar online
donations from our vibrant 400,000-member email list. You can read
more about the PCCC at http://www.BoldProg ressives. org.

PCCC is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, members
of the LGBT community, and others are strongly encouraged to apply.

TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter, resume and writing sample. Your cover
letter should indicate how you learned of the job opening and your
salary history. Please upload your documents here:
http://act.boldprog ressives. org/cms/sign/ administrator/

Senior Online Organizer, Political Division, Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC)
Jun 01 10:55AM -0400 ^

Company: Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC)

Job Title: Senior Online Organizer, Political Division

Description: New Media Organizing for PCCC Endorsed Campaigns

Posting Date: June 1, 2010

Closing Date: Until filled

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Progressive Change Campaign Committee seeks a senior online
organizer to work with our endorsed political campaigns, helping
strategically with major aspects of their new media programs.
Responsibilities might include everything from technical and strategic
support to blogging to email. Must be able to conceive and execute
campaigns from start-to-finish with minimal supervision. Must
understand how to leverage resources and attack vulnerabilities. Tech
chops required, field experience a plus. This position will report to
the Political Director and the Co-Founders of the organization. This
is an unprecedented opportunity to work with top-tier Congressional
races around the country.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Management of online programs: The Organizer will be
responsible for day-to-day assistance on up to 4-5 online programs for
electoral campaigns, including (but not limited to) writing content
for emails, landing pages, and blog posts; updating websites and
Twitter accounts; conceiving and executing social networking
strategies; conceiving and executing online ad campaigns; and setting
and reporting metrics.

• Strategic responsibility and direction: The Organizer will be
responsible for ongoing relationships with senior campaign staff and
top-tier candidates on endorsed races; identifying opportunities for
online activism at the local and national level; and charting a
strategic course for that campaign.

• Best practices: The Organizer is responsible for ensuring that
endorsed campaigns are following “best practices” in their new media
work, including reporting back to supporters in a timely way and
engaging transparently with the netroots community.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• A minimum of 3-5 years organizing experience

• Demonstrated experience and success with online campaigns

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proven entrepreneurial abilities, creativity and initiative

• Ability to work efficiently and autonomously

• Strong commitment to social justice and the progressive movement

• Knowledge of HTML, CSS and general technical proficiency

• Experience with federal electoral campaigns a plus

Pay and benefits commensurate with experience. Must be comfortable
with long, irregular hours, occasional travel, and virtual work
environment.

ABOUT THE PROGRESSIVE CHANGE CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE:

PCCC is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, members
of the LGBT community, and others are strongly encouraged to apply.

TO APPLY:

Senior Programmer, Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC)
Jun 01 10:54AM -0400 ^

Company: Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC)

Job Title: Senior Programmer

Posting Date: May 1, 2010

Closing Date: Until filled

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC) is looking for a
senior programmer to help build the next generation of tools for
political campaigns. You would work closely with on-the-ground
campaign staff to design a new tool, take the lead on implementing and
testing it, and integrate it into campaign life. There’s also an
opportunity for on-the-ground visits with campaigns to see how
technology gets used and what kinds of tools are needed. The PCCC is
a startup and, like any early startup hire, this job requires a
well-rounded programmer. The ideal candidate would be familiar with C
as well as comfortable with languages like Python and Ruby. You’ll
need to build usable front-ends as well as reliable back-ends. And
when things break or need to get out the door quickly, you’ll be
on-call to make sure everything works. We’re constantly testing new
ideas to see if they’re effective, so a strong sense for math and
statistics is a real plus. You’ll report directly to the Co-Founders
and have other duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Development of new tools: The Senior Programmer will spec out
and develop exciting new tools to help political campaigns run more
efficiently and effectively. The Senior Programmer will be responsible
for taking a tool all the way from idea to product, including design,
development, testing, integration, and support.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• Demonstrated experience and success building software products

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proven entrepreneurial abilities, creativity and initiative

• Ability to work efficiently and autonomously

• Strong commitment to social justice and the progressive movement

• Knowledge of a major scripting language, like Ruby or Python

• Solid grasp of applied statistics

• Experience with C a plus

• Experience with federal electoral campaigns a definite plus

Pay and benefits commensurate with experience. Must be comfortable
with long, irregular hours, occasional travel, and virtual work
environment.

ABOUT THE PROGRESSIVE CHANGE CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE:

PCCC is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, members
of the LGBT community, and others are strongly encouraged to apply.

TO APPLY:

Please send an example of a software product you developed (a link, if
possible; otherwise screenshots and a description) to
pcccapplications@ gmail.com.

Field Director for Red-to-Blue Congressional in FL
Jun 01 06:44AM -0700 ^

Experienced Field Director Needed for Red-to-Blue Congressional Race
in Florida

This is a great opportunity to win an open seat for Congressional
Democrats. If you have field directing experience in a CD race or
equivalent, then your skills are needed in a very high-profile,
competitive race to win a Blue seat in Florida.

FD will be responsible for coordinating and accounting for all field
activities, overseeing field organizers, and working with campaign
consultants and campaign manager to deliver the votes. Must be
organized, have appropriate knowledge of and experience with campaign
software, able to motivate and train field staff and be fully
committed to a progressive victory for an open South Florida seat.

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus expenses.
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Please send resume and at least
three professional references a.s.a.p. to: DemCampaigns@ aol.com

Field Organizers
Jun 01 06:43AM -0700 ^

Changing demographics and shifts in the traditional base voters
present great opportunities to pick up new seats for Democrats in
Congress. The 2010 Democratic Campaign Management Program is looking
for the next generation of progressive political organizers. Gain the
hands-on experience you need to work in politics & organizing while
working on a red-to-blue district with an emerging Democratic Hispanic
base.

Participants receive intensive training in political campaigning and
experience organizing for a high-profile Democratic campaign.
Participants will be paid as independent contractors, and will also
receive: reimbursements for auto & cell phone. Housing is provided.
The Program will begin early July and run thru first week of November.
Applicants must be able to relocate and have a car & insurance, and
bilingual English/Spanish speakers are needed in many portions of the
District.

Minorities & women are wholeheartedly encouraged to apply. Please
apply ASAP for the July commencement of the DCMP by sending your
resume, cover letter & at least 3 professional and/or academic
references to: DemCampaigns@ aol.com.

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JOB: Junior Copywriter (Direct Mail)
Jun 01 03:33PM -0700 ^

Leading political communications firm working with Democratic and
progressive groups is seeking a Junior Copywriter to join our team for
the 2010 election cycle. Ideal candidates have 2-3 years of
copywriting experience.

Duties include:
- Writing, researching, and footnoting body copy for direct mail and
interactive campaigns
- Interpreting political message and strategy into concise body copy
- Communicating quickly and effectively, with close attention to tone

Requirements:
- BFA/BA degree in advertising, political science or related field
- Must have 2-3 years of copywriting experience
- Must have strong writing skills and background in writing concisely
for publication
- Must have good political knowledge
- Must be flexible, adaptable to frequent changes in workload and
writing style, and willing to work long hours
- Must be attentive to detail and grammar; copyediting or proofreading
experience is a plus
- Must be proficient working on a Mac
- Previous experience in political writing is a plus

This is a full-time, temporary position lasting from June through
Election Day 2010 based out of our downtown Washington, DC office with
a competitive salary and partial benefits.

Please submit cover letter, resume, 300-word writing sample and salary
history at http://tinyurl. com/38rl82j.

Equal opportunity employer.

Field Organizer position
Jun 01 03:58PM -0700 ^

Salary will vary by position and depend on skills and experience.
To Apply, Send cover letter and resume to jobs@fieldworks. com with the
position in the subject line.

JOB: Grassroots Campaigns Fellow, Greenpeace (San Francisco)
Jun 01 03:12PM -0400 ^

TITLE: Grassroots Campaigns Fellow
DEPARTMENT: Grassroots
SUPERVISOR: Frontline Campaigns Specialist
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA
SALARY: $10/hr

Summary Description

As a Grassroots Campaigns Fellow you will gain hands-on experience
organizing, advocating, and leading environmental campaigns under the
direction and guidance of a senior mentor. Through your fellowship, you
will build expertise on a variety of environmental issues and help promote
Greenpeace campaigns to stop the global warming crisis, halt the destruction
of the world’s last ancient forests, empower consumers to hold multinational
corporations accountable, and yes – save the whales. Fellows may conduct
research, contribute to reports and other materials, educate and organize
key constituencies, build diverse coalitions, write campaign materials, and
organize political support to win environmental victories.

Responsibilities

- Conduct research
- Creation and management of a weekly newsletter – The Frontline
Rabble-Rouser
- Recruit and manage a small team of volunteers
- Help set up and coordinate campaign logistics in fundraising offices
around the country
- Other duties assigned by the manager

Qualifications

- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Leadership experience
- Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Competency with excel databases
- A sense of adventure
- Strong research skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Ability to work independently and in teams
- Commitment to non-violent direct-action as a means of affecting changes.

Prior experience with activism and organizing is preferred but not required.
The position lasts 6 months.

To apply please send resume, cover letter and a 500 word writing sample to
resumes@wdc. greenpeace. org. Deadline to apply: June 18, 2010

Diverse perspectives and experience enhance the way Greenpeace selects and
approaches issues, as well as the creativity and effectiveness of our
campaigns. Greenpeace therefore strongly encourages applications from
women, people of color, and other under-represented communities.
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Jun 01 02:04PM -0500 ^

Across the America, Democratic Congressional candidates are mounting
campaigns to keep our country going in the right direction.

Now is your chance to be a part of this historical election year.

Compensation is competitive and includes excellent health benefits.
Start date: July 1, 2010.

Send resumes and cover letters to eric.heggie@ gmail.com with the subject
line Field 2010 Applicant. No calls please.

Internship with Ariana Kelly for Delegate
Jun 01 10:56AM -0700 ^

The Ariana Kelly for Delegate campaign is looking for qualified
interns who are interested in helping elect Ariana to the Maryland
General Assembly. We are looking for Fundraising, Communications,
Political, Scheduling and Field Interns. This is a great way to get
the needed experience to get started with a career in politics. The
internship is unpaid but we will work with you to get school credit.
The internship is located in Bethesda MD. We ask that interested
applicants have reliable transportation to get to the internship.
Hours are flexible but we ask that you plan to commit at least 20
hours a week to the campaign. Anyone who is interested should email a
cover letter,a resume and hours of availability to Brian Young at
byoung87@gmail. com

JOB: NYS Senate Race Fundraising Assistant
Jun 01 12:51PM -0400 ^

Very competitive Democratic New York City political campaign seeking a paid
fundraising assistant/call sheet manager.

Please send resumes and references to nycampaignjob@ gmail.com.

Test Drive the VAN with Democratic GAIN
Jun 01 12:49PM -0400 ^

*DETAILS: *
*What: *Beginner’s and Advanced VAN Trainings
*Date: *Friday, June 4th
*Time:* 12:00 PM-1:30 PM (Beginner’s) ; 3:30 PM-5:00 PM (Advanced)
*Location:* Via Webinar & GAIN office, 1850 M St NW, Suite 1100 *
Register: **Beginner’s
Training*<http://www.democrat icgain.org/ link.asp? ymlink=247379&finalurl=http% 3A%2F%2Fwww% 2Edemocraticgain %2Eorg%2Fevents% 2Fevent%5Fdetail s%2Easp%3Fid% 3D106490>;
*Advanced Training
*<http://www.democrat icgain.org/ link.asp? ymlink=247379&finalurl=http% 3A%2F%2Fwww% 2Edemocraticgain %2Eorg%2Fevents% 2Fevent%5Fdetail s%2Easp%3Fid% 3D108777>
*
Questions: **info@democraticga in.org* <info@democraticgain .org>* *

Internship: Communications/ Social Media Team (2 positions)
May 29 11:39AM -0700 ^

(2) Communications Interns are responsible for:

* Implementing a social media strategy with staff, chapters,
members and partners.
* Managing social media sites and updates: facebook, twitter,
linkedIn, etc.
* Coordinating the guest blogger program.
* Working closely with the Technology and Creative Coordinators.
* Working closely with SCOUT BANANA staff.

Apply online at: http://scoutbanana. org/staff- application

For further questions and to submit resume, contact: Alex B. Hill -
alex.h@scoutbanana. org

Organizer, Repower at Home (Washington DC)
May 29 08:54AM -0700 ^

Repower at Home, a project of the Alliance for Climate Protection, is looking for a fantastic organizer to join our hard-working, fun, and growing field team.

America has a tradition of social reform rooted in strong community-driven organizing. Like social movements of the past, solving the climate crisis will require committed, grassroots leadership driving change from the ground up. Repower at Home is building the movement of community leaders and local organizing teams dedicated to solving the climate crisis, beginning where it is most personal – at home.

Repower at Home organizers work with volunteer teams to engage their communities in reducing energy waste by taking simple actions at home and supporting change at the local and national level.

The ideal candidate will:

- Have previous community or campaign organizing experience

- Be creative, outgoing, motivated, goal-oriented

- Able to work well independently and with a team

- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Have a positive outlook and great sense of humor

- Be flexible to work some evenings and occasionally on weekends.

- Posses a valid driver’s license.

To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to Shira.miller@ climateprotect. org<http://Shira. miller@climatepr otect.org> with “Repower at Home Organizer” in the subject line.

The Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.

Job Announcement: Hispanic Community Outreach Coordinator
May 29 09:27AM -0700 ^

Job Announcement

Campaign: Top Tier Incumbent for U.S. House of Representatives

Position: Hispanic Community Outreach Coordinator

Top tier incumbent for the U.S. House of Representatives seeks a
Hispanic Community Outreach Coordinator for immediate hire. Please
send resume and cover letter to txpoliticaljob@ gmail.com.

Community Outreach Coordinator will execute voter contact and
persuasion program in one of the top races of the 2010 election cycle.

Responsibilities:

-Coordinates outreach in the Hispanic Communities throughout the
district
-Outreach to and coordination with key community leaders
-Will oversee and execute paid canvass and phone banks.
-Responsible for GOTV efforts.
-Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

-Energetic, competitive attitude.
-Sense of humor.
-Effective both as a self-starter and within a team situation.
-1 to 2 cycles of campaign experience.
-Must be fluent in both Spanish and English.
-Ability and interest in working long hours.
-Access to reliable transportation.
-Proficient with voter file
-Must be willing to relocate to Waco, TX.

Pay: Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Reports to: Field Director

Start date: As soon as possible

To apply: Send resume and cover letter to txpoliticaljob@ gmail.com.

Campaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants
are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or
veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the
application process because of a disability, it is available upon
request. The campaign is pleased to provide such assistance, and no
applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Scott Goldberg for Maryland Delegate

Are you looking for an internship that is more than just knocking on doors?

Do you want to work on a campaign where you’ll have a direct impact on strategy?

Do you believe in a candidate who wants to make commercial solar energy, marriage equality, better public transportation and commuter bike lanes a reality?

Please consider working with the Goldberg for Delegate campaign just over the DC border in the Bethesda/Chevy Chase area in MD.
Interns will be involved in overall campaign strategy, planning and running fund raising events, executing the field plan, creating advertisements using new media and operating the phone outreach center.

You can learn more at www.GoldbergforDele gate.com and contact the candidate directly at Scott@GoldbergforDe legate.com
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It’s almost summer and that means we’re getting into the heat of campaign season. If you are interested in working or volunteering on a campaign the VAN is a tool you need to know! Democratic GAIN is here to get you up to speed on this crucial tool no matter what level you’re at! GAIN will be hosting a Beginner’s and Advanced VAN Training all on June 4th.

VAN (Voter Activation Network), the world’s largest provider of voter file technology to Democrats and progressives is used by nearly every Democratic campaign across the country to manage voter contact and to expedite GOTV.

The Beginner Training:
This session will cover the basics with an overview of the general site layout as well as types of data found in VAN. This session is for anyone who has not used VAN, needs a refresher or has very limited knowledge of the tool. For more info, click here.

The Advanced Training:
This session will have an in depth discussion of user/data management. Topics will include how to best utilize VAN for voter ID, and volunteer input and management for My Campaign. This session will also cover an introduction to the development and integration of VAN’s new media tools. This event is aimed toward those with basic VAN experience. For more info, click here.

DETAILS:
What: Beginner’s and Advanced VAN Trainings
Date: Friday, June 4th
Time: 12:00 PM-1:30 PM (Beginner’s) ; 3:30 PM-5:00 PM (Advanced)
Location: Via Webinar & GAIN office, 1850 M St NW, Suite 1100
Register: Beginner’s Training; Advanced Training
Questions: info@democraticgain .org
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Campaign Manager for Mid Michigan State House Race
May 31 03:17PM -0700 ^

Campaign for Michigan State House seat seeks experienced, energetic
and results-oriented campaign manager for a tight race in the Lansing
Area.
Candidate must have experience in political campaigns,
and be capable of managing the many facets of
a tough, high profile political campaign.

This position requires long irregular hours.
Must have reliable transportation
Must have own laptop.
Supporter houseing is not avalible.

The position starts immediately – pay will be $1,750-$2,000 per month,
depending on experiance

Please email resume and 3 referances to: Midmichigancampaign @gmail.com

Campaign Managers Needed Immediately
May 31 06:24PM -0400 ^

*Campaign Managers/Coordinato rs NEEDED IMMEDIATELY *

A prominent political consulting firm from the DC metro area is seeking
campaign coordinators/ managers for a high profile State’s Attorney’s race in
Prince George’s County. The manager/ coordinator position is unpaid and
volunteer but will give the opportunity for real leadership and decision
making in a campaign. Credit for summer internships can be arranged, a
possible stipend for work performed may be awarded after the campaign has
ended. Serious applicants only apply. This is a county wide race and will
give the managers/coordinato rs real experience in planning, organizing,
fundraising, and development of a campaign on a county wide level.

The coordinator/ manager will be responsible for…

- A given geographical region
- Organization and planning of campaign events such as mixers,
fundraisers, parades, and meet and greets, et Al.
- Knowledge of all elected officials and candidates in that given region
- Constant contact with voters, officials, activists, and volunteers in
their given region
- recruit, train, and develop field staff volunteers for phone banks and
canvass operations
- detailed understanding of polling locations, voter behavior, and policy
positions
- written detailed nightly reports to the campaign senior staff including
consultants and the candidate
- Adequate knowledge of vote builder for turf cutting
- Willingness to work campaign hours

If you have an interest in this position we need five managers/coordinato rs
to start June 7th please email your resume, cover letter, or a brief note
outlining your interest to doorstepcampaigns@ gmail.com

http://groups. google.com/ group/jobsthatar eleft

May 31 06:23PM -0400 ^

*Campaign Interns/Coordinator s NEEDED IMMEDIATELY *

A prominent political consulting firm from the DC metro area is seeking
campaign coordinator interns for a high profile State’s Attorney’s race in
Prince George’s County. Credit for summer internships can be arranged, a
possible stipend for work performed may be awarded after the campaign has
ended. Serious applicants only apply. This is a county wide race and will
give the managers/coordinato rs real experience in planning, organizing,
fundraising, and development of a campaign on a county wide level.

The coordinator/ interns will be responsible for…

If you have an interest in this position we need five interns to start ASAP
please email your resume, cover letter, or a brief note outlining your
interest to mdrak579@gmail. com <doorstepcampaigns@ gmail.com>

OFA State Communications Staff
May 31 06:24PM -0400 ^

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

POSTING DATE: May 25, 2010

*POSITION: State Communications Staff*
DEPARTMENT: Organizing for America

LOCATION: Positions available nationwide

CONTACT: Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and three
(3) writing samples to OFAInfo@dnc. org with the subject line “State
Communications Staff.”

RESPONSIBILITIES:
*Organizing for America (OFA)*, the grassroots project of the Democratic
National Committee, is seeking experienced communications professionals to
help lead our state-level media outreach efforts.

As a core member of the state-based OFA team, State Communications Staff
serve as the primary point of contact for promoting OFA’s grassroots work to
state and local media. Working in collaboration with the State Director and
the national communications team, State Communications Staff are responsible
for implementing communications strategies and plans, drafting press
releases and other media outreach materials, and establishing and
maintaining relationships with members of the media in key markets
throughout the state, among other duties. State Communications Staff will
work closely with OFA volunteers and staff to facilitate press conferences
and other earned media events that support President Obama’s agenda for
improving our communities and our country.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants should have a minimum of 3-5 years experience working in public
relations and strong on-the-record expertise. Excellent writing skills and a
demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment are required.
Experience with campaign operations and familiarity with political
communications preferred. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

Organizing for America, a project of the Democratic National Committee
(DNC), is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its
continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining
a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and
constituents. The DNC is an equal opportunity employer and it is the DNC’s
policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel
actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin,
religion, economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally
protected basis. The DNC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and
any such conduct is strictly prohibited.

Hiring Staff for Campaign
May 31 06:23PM -0400 ^

Senior Staff Needed for High Profile Campaign in Washington, DC metro area.
Senior staff are needed in key areas to get a high profile campaign off the
ground. These are non-paid volunteer positions that require at least 20
hours a week, but offer. The campaign needs the following positions to be
filled immediately. ..

- *Senior Political Director* — Responsible for organizing all aspects
of the political operations. This positions reports directly to the campaign
manager and will be responsible for organizing, directing, and implementing
all campaign duties related to elected officials, unions, civic
organizations, and providing detailed policy briefings.
- *Senior Field Director* — Responsible for organizing all aspects of
the field plan. The plan is written and in place but the FD will be
responsible for recruitment and supervision of volunteers, execution of
field strategy, and will have heavy in-put as regards to evolving field
strategy.
- *Senior New Media Director* — This position will be responsible for
all aspects of new media, constant contact, email database management.
Management of Twitter page, email database, Facebook, and Youtube page among
other creative avenues of new media/social media.
- *Chief Financial Officer –* This position will work in accordance with
our treasurer and fundraising consultant. Will be responsible for raising
money, organizing events to fundraiser, building and cultivating a donor
base, managing call time, and executing and meeting fundraising goals in a
timely manner. This position requires a very detailed and
organized individual.
- *Senior Scheduler/ Advance Director — Responsible for coordinating
with all senior level staff and inter-department relations to develop,
manage, and organize a calender events for the campaign, the candidate, and
manager. Excellent attention to detail, strong leadership skills, and
ability to understand and handle a variety of tasks across all areas of the
campaign. *

If interested in any of these positions please put the position in the title
line with a copy of your resume, cover letter, and a brief description in
the body of the email describing your interest. Send emails to
mdrak579@gmail. com

Congressional Campaign Field Director
May 31 06:23PM -0400 ^

Congressional Campaign in South FL seeking field director June to November.

Responsibilities include:

-Targeting, recruiting, managing and directing a paid canvass

-Cutting turf and managing data in Votebuilder

-Working with team to develop field plan using NCEC and other available data

-Hiring and managing field staff

-Developing Volunteer Infrastructure

-Managing volunteer phone bank

Ideal candidate was a deputy field director or canvass director on a
congressional campaign or statewide or has managed a downballot state house
of senate campaign with an emphasis on field. Experience running a paid
canvass is a must.

Pay commensurate with experience.

Respond with resume attached and with subject line: FL Field Director

rcoshea@gmail. com

Cullison for Maryland Internship Program
May 31 06:22PM -0400 ^

Do you want to get involved in electoral politics?
Do you want to make a difference in Maryland?
Come join the Cullison for Maryland Internship Program!

Bonnie Cullison, Candidate for Maryland State Delegate District 19 is
accepting resumes for political internship positions this summer through
early fall. Interns will gain valuable campaign experience and significant
exposure to grassroots electoral politics this campaign season.

Cullison for Maryland is looking for interns to work all areas of the
campaign including:

Finance
Field and voter outreach
Research
Social media
Campaign event planning and management
Volunteer recruitment

Interested applicants should submit their resume to
pearlinaboyd@ gmail.comwith desired position name in the subject line.
Applicants can learn more
about the campaign or submit questions at
www.CullisonforMary land.com<http://www.cullison formaryland. com/>.
Internships are unpaid. College credit is available for internship positions

Organizer, Repower at Home (Washington DC)
> May 31 06:21PM -0400 ^

Organizer, Repower at Home (Washington DC)

Repower at Home, a project of the Alliance for Climate Protection, is
looking for a fantastic organizer to join our hard-working, fun, and growing
field team.

America has a tradition of social reform rooted in strong community-driven
organizing. Like social movements of the past, solving the climate crisis
will require committed, grassroots leadership driving change from the ground
up. Repower at Home is building the movement of community leaders and local
organizing teams dedicated to solving the climate crisis, beginning where it
is most personal – at home.

Repower at Home organizers work with volunteer teams to engage their
communities in reducing energy waste by taking simple actions at home and
supporting change at the local and national level.

The ideal candidate will:

- Have previous community or campaign organizing experience

- Be creative, outgoing, motivated, goal-oriented

- Able to work well independently and with a team

- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Have a positive outlook and great sense of humor

- Be flexible to work some evenings and occasionally on weekends.

- Posses a valid driver’s license.

To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to
Shira.miller@ climateprotect. org
<http://Shira% 2Emiller@ climateprotect. org/>with “Repower at Home
Organizer” in the subject line.

The Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran
status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category
prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all
aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion,
transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational
activities and termination.

Internships Available For Progressive Maryland Delegate Candidate
May 31 01:09PM -0700 ^

Job Announcement

Campaign: Top Tier Incumbent for U.S. House of Representatives

Position: Scheduler/Executive Assistant

Top tier incumbent for the U.S. House of Representatives seeks a Scheduler/Executive Assistant for immediate hire. Please send resume and cover letter to txpoliticaljob@ gmail.com.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized self-starter with a willingness to work long hours in a past-faced environment. Organizational skills, attention to detail, problem solving skills are critical. Prior scheduling and/or advance experience is a must.
Texas connections are a plus.

Responsibilities:

-Manage the candidate’s campaign schedule in close coordination with the congressional scheduler.
-Coordinate with senior staff to develop long- and short-
term scheduling plans for candidate.
-Manage all travel arrangements inside and outside of the district.
-Coordinate the drafting and collection of briefing materials in support of the candidate’s daily and long-term schedules.
-Review and respond to all scheduling requests.
-Maintains candidate’s call log.
-Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

-Energetic, competitive attitude.
-Sense of humor.
-Effective both as a self-starter and within a team situation.
-1 to 2 cycles of advance or scheduling experience
-Ability and interest in working long hours.
-Access to reliable transportation.
-Proficient with outlook and google calendar.
-Must be willing to relocate to Texas.

Pay: Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Reports to: Campaign Manager

Start date: As soon as possible

To apply: Send resume and cover letter to txpoliticaljob@ gmail.com.

Campaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The campaign is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

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Job Announcement

Campaign: Top Tier Incumbent for U.S. House of Representatives

Position: Hispanic Community Outreach Coordinator

Top tier incumbent for the U.S. House of Representatives seeks a Hispanic Community Outreach Coordinator for immediate hire. Please send resume and cover letter to txpoliticaljob@ gmail.com.

Community Outreach Coordinator will execute voter contact and persuasion program in one of the top races of the 2010 election cycle.

Responsibilities:

-Coordinates outreach in the Hispanic Communities throughout the district
-Outreach to and coordination with key community leaders
-Will oversee and execute paid canvass and phone banks.
-Responsible for GOTV efforts.
-Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

-Energetic, competitive attitude.
-Sense of humor.
-Effective both as a self-starter and within a team situation.
-1 to 2 cycles of campaign experience.
-Must be fluent in both spanish and english.
-Ability and interest in working long hours.
-Access to reliable transportation.
-Proficient with voter file
-Must be willing to relocate to Waco, TX.

Pay: Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Reports to: Field Director

Start date: As soon as possible

To apply: Send resume and cover letter to txpoliticaljob@ gmail.com.

Campaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The campaign is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

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Job Announcement

Campaign: Top Tier Incumbent for U.S. House of Representatives

Position: African-American Community Outreach Coordinator

Top tier incumbent for the U.S. House of Representatives seeks an African-American Community Outreach Coordinator for immediate hire. Please send resume and cover letter to txpoliticaljob@ gmail.com.

Community Outreach Coordinator will execute voter contact and persuasion program in one of the top races of the 2010 election cycle.

Responsibilities:

-Coordinates outreach in the African-American Communities throughout the district
-Outreach to and coordination with key community leaders
-Will oversee and execute paid canvass and phone banks.
-Responsible for GOTV efforts.
-Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
-Energetic, competitive attitude.
-Sense of humor.
-Effective both as a self-starter and within a team situation.
-1 to 2 cycles of campaign experience
-Ability and interest in working long hours.
-Access to reliable transportation.
-Proficient with voter file
-Must be willing to relocate to Waco, TX.

Pay: Compensation is commensurate with experience, plus health benefits.

Reports to: Field Director

Start date: As soon as possible

To apply: Send resume and cover letter to txpoliticaljob@ gmail.com.

Campaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The campaign is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

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Do you want to get involved in electoral politics?
Do you want to make a difference in Maryland?
Come join the Cullison for Maryland Internship Program!

Bonnie Cullison, Candidate for Maryland State Delegate District 19 is accepting resumes for political internship positions this summer through early fall. Interns will gain valuable campaign experience and significant exposure to grassroots electoral politics this campaign season.

Cullison for Maryland is looking for interns to work all areas of the campaign including:

Finance
Field and voter outreach
Research
Social media
Campaign event planning and management
Volunteer recruitment

Interested applicants should submit their resume to pearlinaboyd@ gmail.com with desired position name in the subject line. Applicants can learn more about the campaign or submit questions at www.CullisonforMary land.com. Internships are unpaid. College credit is available for internship positions

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Kyle Lierman for Delegate is an exciting campaign in Montgomery County,
Maryland. The Campaign is looking for motivated interns to start
immediately. Interns would work closely with our professional and
experienced campaign staff. Interns can have a flexible schedule.
Responsibilities include working directly with the candidate, campaign
manager and deputy campaign manager. Specific activities include direct
voter contact, volunteer recruitment, voter contact management, assisting
with fundraising operations, and other tasks as assigned. Interns will have
the opportunity to see the inner workings of the campaign and gain valuable
experience. Contact info@kylelierman. com for more information.

Topic: Top House Democrat seeks Field Interns
Noah <noah.burgher@ gmail.com> May 28 04:45PM -0700 ^

Summer interns needed for congressional campaign

We are seeking ambitious, energetic interns to help re-elect
Congressman Norm Dicks:

-We value experience with campaigns, campus organizations, student
government, academic or professional achievement, and outstanding
verbal, written and communication skills.
-Those seeking a fun few months of rewarding work with a seasoned
congressional staff, in an atmosphere in which creative and critical
thinking is promoted and listened to, are encouraged to apply
(internship may count towards class credit).
-Reliable transportation is preferred, as this internship may entail
travel throughout the district.

Intern responsibilities

We put heavy emphasis on voter outreach and run a grassroots campaign.
Our office in Downtown Tacoma will be the hub for the Democratic
campaigns in the Pierce County area.
Duties will include:

-Furthering the goals of the Norm Dicks for Congress field team by
implementing our voter contact plan. This includes door-to-door
canvassing and phone banking.
-Assisting with day-to-day campaign operations.
-Event planning and coordination – contributing to attendance goals
and arranging logistics.

Scheduling will be flexible, although interns are required to work at
least 1-2 days a week.

Interested parties should contact noah@normdicks. com

Topic: California Democrat seeks finance assistants
CA Dem Finance <cademfinance@ gmail.com> May 29 11:03AM -0700 ^

This competitive Democratic House race in California is seeking finance
assistants to begin as soon as possible. Responsibilities will include call
time management, data entry, donor research, staffing the candidate, event
planning and more as the job requires. Experience in campaign finance, NGP
and data entry is a plus, but not required. Health benefits included, salary
commensurate with experience.

For more information, please email a cover letter and resume to
CADemFinance@ gmail.com.

CA Dem Finance <cademfinance@ gmail.com> May 28 02:25PM -0700 ^

For more information, please email a cover letter and resume to
CADemFinance@ gmail.com.

Topic: Interns Needed for Mike Lenett State Senate Campaign( Maryland-District 19)
Oscar Montalvo <oscarmd.montalvo@ gmail.com> May 29 01:21PM -0700 ^

State Senator Mike Lenett’s campaign is looking for students to
intern.
Mike Lenett is a national leader on gun control and violence, and
during his time in the Senate he has been a leader on issues of the
environment and social justice. He’s been named a Champion of Working
Families by Progressive Maryland and the Legislator of the Year by
Environment Maryland.

The campaign is centered around Montgomery County(Gaithersburg , Silver
Spring, Aspen Hill, Rockville, Wheaton)

Senator Lenett is seeking interns to help run his campaign. There are
many important positions available, from voter contact to
communications to finance. In a down economy like this, the skills
gained from this internship can set you apart from the rest of the
field. If you have some time and want to be part of this important
effort, please contact the numbers below and visit our website at
www.mikelenett. com

Oscar Montalvo
Field Director
2409386560
omontalv@umd. edu

Zach Gallant
Campaign Manager
3019224088

Topic: Summer internships available on top-tier gubernatorial race
“meredithlbennett@ gmail.com” <meredithlbennett@ gmail.com> May 28 11:19AM -0700 ^

Interns with the Rory 2010 campaign will work in a fast-paced
environment in one of the nation’s top races in 2010. Close mentoring
by staff and specific, goal-oriented responsibilities make the Rory
2010 campaign a great place to learn the ropes of a grassroots
campaign. Interns can expect to work closely with staff to recruit
and train a volunteer network for intensive voter contact. Internships
run from May 24th—Aug 15th, supporter housing available. To apply, or
for more information, email internships@ roryreid. com. For more about
Rory and his run for Governor, visit www.rory2010. com.

Topic: Job Opening: Kendrick Meek for US Senate Field Organizer
Jeffry Pennock <jeffrypennock@ gmail.com> May 28 12:33PM -0400 ^

The Kendrick Meek for US Senate campaign is seeking to expand its field staff with some positions being filled immediately.

At least once cycle of previous organizing experience and at least some VAN experience is required. Experience in African American, Hispanic and/or gay outreach is a plus.
Pay is 1500/month, housing and health insurance will be provided. Applicants must have their own car and a wifi-enabled computer.

Please contact Jeffry Pennock – Deputy Field Director at jeffry@kendrickmeek .com with a cover letter and resume.

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H Town Thug June 4, 2010 at 8:59 pm - Reply

Must also be able to withstand the smell of fried chicken and corroborate lies of being spat on and called the n word.