Posted on 02/10/2009 1:36:25 PM PST by philly-d-kidder
Now Hiring! Jobs in Progressive Politics Reply to: see below Date: 2009-02-09, 7:27PM EST
NOW HIRING LEADERSHIP STAFF TO WORK ON PROGRESSIVE CAMPAIGNS
Democratic victories this fall, particularly of President-Elect Obama, were a huge first step towards moving this country in the right direction; NOW is the time to act! If we want to see real change in Washington and in our country we need to work hard and hold our elected officials accountable for the promises they made during the campaign. We must be active in our democracy!
We are currently seeking hard-working, passionate leaders to work on one of our progressive campaigns to push forward the important issues such as closing down Guantanamo Bay, restoring our civil liberties, protecting women’s rights, and giving children at home and abroad the basic tools they need to succeed in the world. Now that we have established a progressive movement in our country it is crucial that we let the voices of Americans heard!
We need to work now to mobilize citizen support to make sure this opportunity does not pass us by!
Canvass Directors will manage one of 25 grassroots field offices, with bottom-line responsibility for all local operations, achieving fundraising and campaign goals.
Job Description:
Recruitment: Build a team of 10-25 canvassers by recruiting from within the local community. Interview prospective staff and make hiring decisions.
Staff Management: Teach canvassing/fundraising skills. Work with your staff in individual and group settings, with a particular eye towards developing leaders. Cultivate a welcoming and motivating atmosphere.
Canvassing: Canvass door-to-door three-four days per week to work with staff in the field and meet personal fundraising requirements.
Administration: Carefully track income and expenses. Manage the budget for your office. Process staff payroll. Maintain records for future organizing efforts.
Hours: 60 - 80 hours/week
Locations: Grassroots Campaigns is immediately hiring in Philadelphia as well as the following locations: CA, CO, DC, IL, MA, MN, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, WA.
Qualifications: We are looking for candidates with a strong commitment to and desire for political and social change. Candidates must be strategic and have strong leadership skills and drive, must be goal-oriented and product-driven, have strong communication skills, and be a team player who works well with a wide range of people. Experience in hiring, training and supervising staff or volunteers is preferred. Previous field or canvassing experience is a plus.
Salary & Benefits: The starting salary for this position is $24,000, commensurate with relevant professional experience and/or advanced degrees. Healthcare is available for all staff members. Opportunities for advancement available.
TO APPLY: Please send a Cover Letter and Resume to Peter at jobs@grassrootscampaigns.com or visit us at www.grassrootscampaigns.com/jobs.php.
Grassroots Campaigns is an independent political consulting firm that specializes in running field operations and fundraising for progressive candidates, causes, and organizations. Current and past clients include: the Democratic National Committee, MoveOn PAC, Environmental Action, the League of Conservation Voters, the American Civil Liberties Union, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, Amnesty International, Planned Parenthood, and The Center for American Progress.
Compensation: $24,000 OK to highlight this job opening for persons with disabilities Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Phone calls about this job are ok. Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
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This is what they are gonna do with the Money this is only Philly they are Hiring locals to Pound the street 4-5 days a week for 24K a year!
Initial thrust!! Grassroots Campaigns is immediately hiring in Philadelphia as well as the following locations: CA, CO, DC, IL, MA, MN, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, WA.
This is over the top Partisan and the Organization is a who's who of SKUNKS! Current and past clients include: the Democratic National Committee, MoveOn PAC, Environmental Action, the League of Conservation Voters, the American Civil Liberties Union, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, Amnesty International, Planned Parenthood, and The Center for American Progress
This must be unconstitutional. We need to sue!
Sign up, or get someone to sign up.
Then subvert it.
M.O.C.K.
Mugabe, Obama, Chavez. Kim Jong Il:
The “Financial Leaders” of Our Time?
Maybe we should all apply. ;)
Now Thats a Thought... ( I didn’t say that) scumbuckets!
wish we could stop it.
This is Grand Theft
I gotta’ stop coming on this site, I’m getting WAY TOO PISSED off! Not at you, our corrupt government...now their just doing whatever the HELL they want!
Don’t understand if republicans can’t get democrats unelected for giving billions of our $$ to Acorn.
If only we didn't have real, productive jobs doing real, productive things for society...
Once the census has been manipulated and the precincts and number of representatives has been changed democratic process will be done for in America. These thugs that are going to be going door to door are the new Obamabot SS. Hope I am wrong. Hope I am wrong. Somehow I feel "this too shall pass" may not apply here. But as i said, "I Hope I Am Wrong."
Sign up, or get someone to sign up.
Then subvert it.
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Exactly what I was thinking. Where do I apply? Anyone know?
Lets Apply.... I will call tonight!
IMagine 24k will be double unemployment payments of 1100 for Obamas Good buddy from Elkhart Indiana yesterday!
if you are not a member of ACORN you can’t get a job.
Using tax money for this group must be unconstitutional.....but since when does that matter any more...
Ping
I agree. However, LETS INFILTRATE! Then Destroy from within!
we should apply. But I may not fit their minimum job qualifications if you catch my drift
Where is the outrage over there perverse methods of election signups.
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