Recruiters and Organizers needed for 08 Election! – Phoenix

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary Range:

23750 - 0 Yearly

Campaign Jobs for the ‘08 Elections

A national network of progressive groups is planning a LARGE-scale campaign for the 2008 election! We are looking for experienced RECRUITERS to help hire campaign staff, and ORGANIZERS to coordinate volunteers.

Job duties include:

Recruiting and interviewing candidates- The recruiter will help develop an advertising strategy to identify candidates across the country, screen candidates and conduct both phone and in person interviews.

Communicating with candidates- The recruiter will communicate with candidates to keep them posted on their status in the interview process. The recruiter will also be responsible for staying in touch with new hires until their start date.

Travel throughout region-Recruiters will be involved in substantial travel to recruiting events throughout the Midwest/Eastern Seaboard.

Organizing volunteers in key congressional districts to get out the progressive vote for the 2008 elections!

Qualified applicants need to be strong recruiters and/or organizers, goal-driven and sharp. S/he should have a campaign mindset and be committed to progressive issues and social change. Candidates should have 1 to 4 years of campaign or recruitment related experience. The most qualified applicants will be considered for a director level position. All staff will be asked to commit to working through the November 2008 election.

Career opportunities and benefits available!

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Patrick at: election08recruit@gmail.com