Job Title: Volunteer Exempt Mail Associate

Reports to: Volunteer Exempt Mail Director

Salary: $5,000/monthly, Plus see below for details on the DPW generous benefits package

Start date: August 2024

Location: Madison or Milwaukee, WI ( Please note: Employment with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin requires residence or willingness to relocate to the state of Wisconsin. )

Application Deadline: August 15, 2024  (Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Deadlines may be shortened or extended as necessary. There is no guarantee this posting will remain open until the deadline or be closed on the deadline. This is a suggested timeframe based on organization needs.)

About the Democratic Party of Wisconsin: WisDems is nationally recognized as one of the country’s highest-performing and most pivotal political organizations. During the 2024 cycle, WisDems will drive massive programs to defend the Democratic majority in the United States Senate by re-electing Senator Tammy Baldwin, electing Kamala Harris for President, electing progressive candidates up and down the ballot, and working to build volunteer-led coalitions for the long term. WisDems’ work is grounded in inclusion, respect, and empowerment across race, gender, other dimensions of identity, and the rural/suburban/urban divide. Our work continues year-round, collaborating with partners to build a movement that delivers meaningful change for all Wisconsinites. We seek outstanding applicants who share our values and vision to join the team, help win elections, and build a future where everyone can thrive.

The Opportunity: As a Volunteer Exempt Mail Associate, you will work cross-departmentally to support in executing & coordinating direct voter contact efforts. You will be responsible for executing the Volunteer Exempt Mail program that will work to elect Democrats up & down the ticket. The ideal applicant works well in fast-paced environments, can effectively communicate within our team and across departments.This position requires some flexible hours and eagerness to assist on any task.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support and execute the statewide Volunteer Exempt Mail program in partnership with our Operations and Compliance leadership.

• Assist with the preparation and execution of necessary Volunteer Exempt Programs in accordance to Volunteer Exempt Mail permit rules and State and Federal campaign finance statutes.

• Work with the Volunteer Exempt Mail Director to ensure cross-departmental alignment on design, approvals, printing, budgeting, payment, and bulk distribution needs.

• Track and manage documentation requirements, mailhouse communication and coordination, and mail volunteer recruitment and training. 

• Monitor and respond to all bulk mail-related needs within the campaign.

• Assist with other tasks and projects as assigned.

  Qualifications (Required):

• Growth Mindset - Ability to take and implement feedback.

• Relentlessly Goal-Oriented - Enjoys working toward and achieving ambitious goals. Keeps calm in stressful situations. Has the capacity and willingness to work long hours during peak season, rolling up their sleeves and getting the work done.

• Cultural Competency - Able to build authentic relationships across lines of difference, such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class, ability, gender identity, citizenship status, or other identities. Understands how to take an inclusive lens into all aspects of work.

• Previous Organizing Experience -  Demonstrated ability to work with a large and diverse organizing team to achieve high goals in high pressure, rapidly changing circumstances.

• Strong Interpersonal Communication Skills - Namely, can connect with others, motivate & quickly gain trust with volunteers, staff, community members, stakeholders, and coalition partners, including, in particular, across lines of difference.

• Dedicated to Democratic Values - Desire to fight for Democratic values and candidates; Highly motivated to achieve winning results.

• Access to reliable transportation and a willingness to travel frequently.

  Qualifications (Preferred):

• Recruiting and managing volunteers in political campaign context.

• Experience managing a detailed system with strict documentation requirements.

  Benefits : Great benefits including; excellent health care ($1/month), dental ($1/month), vision ($1/month), life insurance (free), short term and long-term disability (free), TalkSpace virtual therapy, free Calm premium subscription, mileage reimbursement, monthly cell phone stipend, paid vacation days (starting at 10 days), retirement plan with 3% employer match, 3 floating holidays, 9 paid holidays. 

  Equity and Inclusion : The Democratic Party of Wisconsin has a vision for a deeply inclusive   and diverse party organization, membership, and electorate. In order to be successful at the   Democratic Party of Wisconsin candidates must have the cultural competence to successfully   work with a diverse array of constituency groups. We especially strongly encourage applicants   with close ties to Black, Indigenous, AAPI, Latinx, Muslim, non-English-speaking, disability, and LGBTQIA+ communities. The Democratic Party of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  Note on COVID-19 : Candidates will be required to verify that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment, except where prohibited by law. Fully vaccinated includes receiving any booster shots recommended by the CDC or other public health authorities within the timeframe recommended. Reasonable accommodations due to disability, medical condition, or bona fide religious belief will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.

   

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