ACLU - National Office
Deputy Organizing Director
ACLU - National Office, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
ABOUT THE JOB
The ACLU seeks a full-time position of
Deputy Organizing Director
in the
Organizing Division
of the
National Political Advocacy Department
of the ACLU's National office in
New York, NY
or
Washington, DC . This is a
hybrid role
that has in-office requirements of two (2) days per week or eight (8) days per month.
The National Political Advocacy Department (NPAD) works to strengthen the efforts of the ACLU at the federal, state, and local levels of government. The department harnesses the political power that comes from our more than eight million members and supporters, as well as affiliates in every state. Through grassroots organizing, lobbying/policy work and issue campaigns, the ACLU seeks to achieve change as profound in the legislative, administrative and electoral arenas as it has accomplished through the courts.YOUR DAY TO DAYPlan and assist in planning organizing-based actions (both traditional field organizing actions and distributed/digital actions) for nationwide campaigns and major state and local campaigns and eventsManage staff, including remote staff and consultants, for program success and professional growthConceive, revise and share stories of organizing work, successes and lessons learned, within the ACLU and with current and prospective volunteers and volunteer leadersCollaborate with colleagues in the ACLU's national departments and ACLU state affiliates, as well as national coalitions, academics/researchers, consultants and other allies as necessaryCollaborate with national and affiliate communications staff to contribute to earned media coverage of grassroots organizing projects and eventsAssist with national coalition engagement, planning and organizing program executionAdvise state affiliates on state-based coalition engagement, when requestedClosely track political developments, and identify strategic organizing and advocacy opportunities for the ACLU, including opportunities for multi-state or nationwide program or technology solutionsIdentify and execute grassroots engagement experimentation, data collection, analysis and results-based recommendationsHelp shape ACLU's grassroots engagement on key political issues and pending legislationWork across a multi-issue spectrum of issues that concern the ACLUEngage in special projects and other duties as assignedFUTURE ACLU'ERS WILLBe committed to advancing the mission of the ACLUCenter and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectivesBe committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflictsWHAT YOU'LL BRINGSignificant experience in political, advocacy and/or issue campaignsUnderstanding of fundamental organizing approaches and skills, and the ability to inspire and teach others about organizingStrong communications skills in order to convey complex concepts, research and analysis in a clear and concise mannerMust be self-motivated and possess the ability to work independently as well as within a teamAbility to work and communicate quickly and accurately, handle multiple projects and devote time and energy to the most important responsibilities, and to lead others in doing soExperience managing candidate or issue campaign teamsExperience developing, executing and/or evaluating data-driven organizing programs, experiments/tests and/or pilot projectsExperience using VAN or similar database for voter and volunteer engagementUnderstanding of multiple approaches to organizing including distributed and digitalAbility to work and thrive in matrixed and federated environmentCOMPENSATION
The ACLU values equity, transparency, and clarity in pay. Consistent with the ACLU's compensation philosophy there is a set salary for this role. The ACLU also has a locality adjustment policy that applies to salaries. The annual salary for this position is $182,431 (Level D), reflecting the salary of a position based in New York, NY. This position is subject to a hybrid schedule of 2 days/week or 8 days/month in-office.WHY THE ACLU
For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people.
We know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and know that what we offer is essential not just their work, but to their overall well-being.
At the ACLU, we offer a broad range of benefits, which include:Time away to focus on the things that matter with a generous paid-time off policyFocus on your well-being with comprehensive healthcare benefits (including medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, gender affirming care & fertility treatment)Plan for your retirement with 401k plan and employer matchWe support employee growth and development through annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshopsOUR COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY, EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
Accessibility, equity, diversity and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression, anti-ableism, and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe 'We the People' means all of us.
With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email benefits.hrdept@aclu.org. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.
The Department of Education has determined that employment in this position at the ACLU does not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
The ACLU seeks a full-time position of
Deputy Organizing Director
in the
Organizing Division
of the
National Political Advocacy Department
of the ACLU's National office in
New York, NY
or
Washington, DC . This is a
hybrid role
that has in-office requirements of two (2) days per week or eight (8) days per month.
The National Political Advocacy Department (NPAD) works to strengthen the efforts of the ACLU at the federal, state, and local levels of government. The department harnesses the political power that comes from our more than eight million members and supporters, as well as affiliates in every state. Through grassroots organizing, lobbying/policy work and issue campaigns, the ACLU seeks to achieve change as profound in the legislative, administrative and electoral arenas as it has accomplished through the courts.YOUR DAY TO DAYPlan and assist in planning organizing-based actions (both traditional field organizing actions and distributed/digital actions) for nationwide campaigns and major state and local campaigns and eventsManage staff, including remote staff and consultants, for program success and professional growthConceive, revise and share stories of organizing work, successes and lessons learned, within the ACLU and with current and prospective volunteers and volunteer leadersCollaborate with colleagues in the ACLU's national departments and ACLU state affiliates, as well as national coalitions, academics/researchers, consultants and other allies as necessaryCollaborate with national and affiliate communications staff to contribute to earned media coverage of grassroots organizing projects and eventsAssist with national coalition engagement, planning and organizing program executionAdvise state affiliates on state-based coalition engagement, when requestedClosely track political developments, and identify strategic organizing and advocacy opportunities for the ACLU, including opportunities for multi-state or nationwide program or technology solutionsIdentify and execute grassroots engagement experimentation, data collection, analysis and results-based recommendationsHelp shape ACLU's grassroots engagement on key political issues and pending legislationWork across a multi-issue spectrum of issues that concern the ACLUEngage in special projects and other duties as assignedFUTURE ACLU'ERS WILLBe committed to advancing the mission of the ACLUCenter and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectivesBe committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflictsWHAT YOU'LL BRINGSignificant experience in political, advocacy and/or issue campaignsUnderstanding of fundamental organizing approaches and skills, and the ability to inspire and teach others about organizingStrong communications skills in order to convey complex concepts, research and analysis in a clear and concise mannerMust be self-motivated and possess the ability to work independently as well as within a teamAbility to work and communicate quickly and accurately, handle multiple projects and devote time and energy to the most important responsibilities, and to lead others in doing soExperience managing candidate or issue campaign teamsExperience developing, executing and/or evaluating data-driven organizing programs, experiments/tests and/or pilot projectsExperience using VAN or similar database for voter and volunteer engagementUnderstanding of multiple approaches to organizing including distributed and digitalAbility to work and thrive in matrixed and federated environmentCOMPENSATION
The ACLU values equity, transparency, and clarity in pay. Consistent with the ACLU's compensation philosophy there is a set salary for this role. The ACLU also has a locality adjustment policy that applies to salaries. The annual salary for this position is $182,431 (Level D), reflecting the salary of a position based in New York, NY. This position is subject to a hybrid schedule of 2 days/week or 8 days/month in-office.WHY THE ACLU
For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people.
We know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and know that what we offer is essential not just their work, but to their overall well-being.
At the ACLU, we offer a broad range of benefits, which include:Time away to focus on the things that matter with a generous paid-time off policyFocus on your well-being with comprehensive healthcare benefits (including medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, gender affirming care & fertility treatment)Plan for your retirement with 401k plan and employer matchWe support employee growth and development through annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshopsOUR COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY, EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
Accessibility, equity, diversity and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression, anti-ableism, and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe 'We the People' means all of us.
With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email benefits.hrdept@aclu.org. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.
The Department of Education has determined that employment in this position at the ACLU does not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.