ACLU - National Office
The ACLU seeks applicants for the full-time position of
Temporary Organizing Strategist
in the
National Political Advocacy Department
of the ACLU’s National Office. This is an
18‑month
term‑limited position and is eligible for remote work in the United States.
The National Political Advocacy Department builds power to achieve an accountable, representative democracy. It pursues ambitious goals across Reproductive Freedom, Democracy and Voting Rights, Systemic Equality, Immigration, Trans Justice, Criminal Justice, and other core issues to protect and expand civil rights and civil liberties, and advance the freedom, equality, ability to prosper, and humanity of all people.
Our department conducts analysis, develops policy, crafts world‑class campaigns, and positions the ACLU to have impact across legislative, administrative, and electoral levers. We are policy experts, lawyers, community organizers, lobbyists, campaign strategists, electoral specialists, program managers, and more. We partner across the ACLU to drive national efforts and amplify the priorities of our affiliates, centering principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our approach.
Note:
This position is part of a collective bargaining unit and is represented by ACLU Staff United (ASU).
WHAT YOU'LL DO Reporting to the
Temporary Deputy Director of Organizing , the
Temporary Organizing Strategist
will be responsible for the following:
Design and lead complex, multi‑toolled organizing strategies in partnership with ACLU affiliates to respond to federal immigration enforcement actions from planning to execution
Assist with research, story gathering and analysis to further the organization’s communication, policy and legal goals around immigration enforcement and other organizational priorities
Develop organizing goals, plans, strategies, tactics, and budgets to serve the organization’s concrete political/policy outcomes
Deploy key organizing tactics in partnership with ACLU affiliates including phone banking, text banking, rallies, marches, story collection, and social media engagement
Collaborate with policy counsels and campaign strategists to develop and integrate organizing plans into broader campaign strategies
Execute on‑ground organizing meetings and events in priority jurisdictions in partnership with ACLU affiliates
Track program progress to goal and metrics through standardized reporting
Produce compelling call and text scripts for priority campaigns
Oversee volunteer recruitment, training, retention and mobilization across multiple platforms
Develop and implement new volunteer team structures and systems
Set and track volunteer team goals and activities
Leverage organizing tools effectively for volunteer engagement
Engage in special projects and other duties as assigned
Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting priorities based on the changing external environment
Maintain flexibility in work schedule and location, including the ability to travel nationally as programming demands and work non‑traditional hours
FUTURE ACLU'ERS WILL
Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU
Center 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 perspectives
Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Significant experience in political, electoral, advocacy and/or issue campaigns as a campaign manager, political director, field director or equivalent role
Proven success in grassroots organizing, volunteer recruitment and management, and issue advocacy
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Experience with earned media strategies
Experience working in and navigating coalition spaces
Ability to assess needs and recommend resource allocation
Excellence in analyzing complex concepts and presenting clear recommendations
Strong independent work ethic and team collaboration skills
Superior analytical, writing, and organizational abilities
Access to a major airport and ability to travel substantially
COMPENSATION The ACLU is committed to equity, transparency, and clarity in pay. Consistent with our compensation philosophy, there is a set salary for each role based on geographic work location. The annual salary for this position is
$123,360
(Level G), reflecting the salary of a position based in New York, NY. Salaries are subject to a regional pay adjustment if authorized.
BENEFITS We offer a broad range of benefits, which include:
Generous paid time‑off policy
Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision, parental leave, gender‑affirming care, fertility treatment)
401(k) plan with employer match
Professional development funds, internal training programs and workshops
OUR 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. We are committed to learning and growth, humility, grace, transparency and accountability. We strive to create a culture of belonging that respects and embraces difference, treats everyone equitably, and empowers colleagues to do their best work.
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, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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.
The Department of Education has determined that employment in this position at the ACLU does not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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Temporary Organizing Strategist
in the
National Political Advocacy Department
of the ACLU’s National Office. This is an
18‑month
term‑limited position and is eligible for remote work in the United States.
The National Political Advocacy Department builds power to achieve an accountable, representative democracy. It pursues ambitious goals across Reproductive Freedom, Democracy and Voting Rights, Systemic Equality, Immigration, Trans Justice, Criminal Justice, and other core issues to protect and expand civil rights and civil liberties, and advance the freedom, equality, ability to prosper, and humanity of all people.
Our department conducts analysis, develops policy, crafts world‑class campaigns, and positions the ACLU to have impact across legislative, administrative, and electoral levers. We are policy experts, lawyers, community organizers, lobbyists, campaign strategists, electoral specialists, program managers, and more. We partner across the ACLU to drive national efforts and amplify the priorities of our affiliates, centering principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our approach.
Note:
This position is part of a collective bargaining unit and is represented by ACLU Staff United (ASU).
WHAT YOU'LL DO Reporting to the
Temporary Deputy Director of Organizing , the
Temporary Organizing Strategist
will be responsible for the following:
Design and lead complex, multi‑toolled organizing strategies in partnership with ACLU affiliates to respond to federal immigration enforcement actions from planning to execution
Assist with research, story gathering and analysis to further the organization’s communication, policy and legal goals around immigration enforcement and other organizational priorities
Develop organizing goals, plans, strategies, tactics, and budgets to serve the organization’s concrete political/policy outcomes
Deploy key organizing tactics in partnership with ACLU affiliates including phone banking, text banking, rallies, marches, story collection, and social media engagement
Collaborate with policy counsels and campaign strategists to develop and integrate organizing plans into broader campaign strategies
Execute on‑ground organizing meetings and events in priority jurisdictions in partnership with ACLU affiliates
Track program progress to goal and metrics through standardized reporting
Produce compelling call and text scripts for priority campaigns
Oversee volunteer recruitment, training, retention and mobilization across multiple platforms
Develop and implement new volunteer team structures and systems
Set and track volunteer team goals and activities
Leverage organizing tools effectively for volunteer engagement
Engage in special projects and other duties as assigned
Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting priorities based on the changing external environment
Maintain flexibility in work schedule and location, including the ability to travel nationally as programming demands and work non‑traditional hours
FUTURE ACLU'ERS WILL
Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU
Center 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 perspectives
Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Significant experience in political, electoral, advocacy and/or issue campaigns as a campaign manager, political director, field director or equivalent role
Proven success in grassroots organizing, volunteer recruitment and management, and issue advocacy
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Experience with earned media strategies
Experience working in and navigating coalition spaces
Ability to assess needs and recommend resource allocation
Excellence in analyzing complex concepts and presenting clear recommendations
Strong independent work ethic and team collaboration skills
Superior analytical, writing, and organizational abilities
Access to a major airport and ability to travel substantially
COMPENSATION The ACLU is committed to equity, transparency, and clarity in pay. Consistent with our compensation philosophy, there is a set salary for each role based on geographic work location. The annual salary for this position is
$123,360
(Level G), reflecting the salary of a position based in New York, NY. Salaries are subject to a regional pay adjustment if authorized.
BENEFITS We offer a broad range of benefits, which include:
Generous paid time‑off policy
Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision, parental leave, gender‑affirming care, fertility treatment)
401(k) plan with employer match
Professional development funds, internal training programs and workshops
OUR 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. We are committed to learning and growth, humility, grace, transparency and accountability. We strive to create a culture of belonging that respects and embraces difference, treats everyone equitably, and empowers colleagues to do their best work.
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, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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.
The Department of Education has determined that employment in this position at the ACLU does not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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