Senior Campaign Strategist (Term-Limited)
ACLU - National Office, New York, NY, United States
Senior Campaign Strategist (Term-Limited)
New York, New York, United States; Washington, District of Columbia, United States
ABOUT THE JOB The ACLU seeks applicants for the full-time position of Senior Campaign Strategist in the National Political Advocacy Department of the ACLU’s National office in Washington, DC or New York. This is a hybrid role that requires in-office presence two days per week or eight days per month. This is a three-year term-limited position.
The National Political Advocacy Department builds power to achieve an accountable, representative democracy and works on issues such as Reproductive Freedom, Democracy and Voting Rights, Systemic Equality, Immigration, Trans Justice, Criminal Justice and more.
The department conducts analysis, develops policy, crafts world class campaigns, and situates the ACLU to have impact across legislative, administrative, and electoral levers.
This position is part of a collective bargaining unit and is represented by ACLU Staff United (ASU).
WHAT YOU'LL DO Develop and execute national campaign plans for the ACLU’s Abuse of Power portfolio.
YOUR DAY TO DAY
Design and lead complex, multi‑tooled campaigns from planning to execution at the national/federal level to advance civil rights and civil liberties issues
Lead legislative, administrative, and corporate campaigns with minimal guidance
Utilize a variety of sophisticated campaign tactics and tools
Employ constituent targeting, develop advertisements (TV, radio, print), polling, and creative campaign tactics for earned media
Retain and manage consultants
Work closely with Organizing Division on campaign plans
Coordinate day‑to‑day activities of staff in a matrixed structure
Collaborate with senior stakeholders, affiliate staff, and national staff, including policy staff within NPAD
Develop strategic partnerships to expand the ACLU’s influence
Convene and execute on‑ground meetings, planning, and campaign events in priority jurisdictions
Maintain awareness of emerging opportunities and challenges in the issue areas
Exercise independent judgment to solve problems and determine creative solutions
Provide subject‑matter expertise, advice, and support to colleagues in the State Campaigns Division
Adapt priorities in response to a changing external environment
Engage in special projects and other duties as assigned
Provide flexibility in work schedule and location, including travel nationally and working non‑traditional hours
FUTURE ACLU'ERS WILL
Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU
Center and embed principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging in their work
Collaborate respectfully to resolve obstacles and conflicts
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Significant experience with issue advocacy at federal, state, and/or local levels, including campaign management
Experience designing campaign strategy and executing plans and tactics
Ability to work independently as well as within a team
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
Experience building, leading, and working within coalitions
Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment while managing competing priorities and timelines
Comfort with policy and integrating objectives into campaign execution
Willingness to travel
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in issue and electoral campaigns
Experience in legislative and administrative advocacy
Experience in grassroots organizing
Fluency, expertise and experience in multiple ACLU issue areas
COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a salary of $167,568.00 (Level E) based on geographic location. Salaries may be adjusted for regional pay if authorized to work outside the listed location.
BEHIND THE BENEFITS Benefits 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
Annual professional development funds and internal development programs
OUR COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY, EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU. We are committed to learning, growth, humility, grace, transparency, and accountability. We actively promote an anti‑oppression, anti‑ableism, and anti‑racism culture both internally and externally. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to protected status and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance applying online, please email benefits.hrdept@aclu.org. If selected for an interview, additional information regarding accommodations will be provided.
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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ABOUT THE JOB The ACLU seeks applicants for the full-time position of Senior Campaign Strategist in the National Political Advocacy Department of the ACLU’s National office in Washington, DC or New York. This is a hybrid role that requires in-office presence two days per week or eight days per month. This is a three-year term-limited position.
The National Political Advocacy Department builds power to achieve an accountable, representative democracy and works on issues such as Reproductive Freedom, Democracy and Voting Rights, Systemic Equality, Immigration, Trans Justice, Criminal Justice and more.
The department conducts analysis, develops policy, crafts world class campaigns, and situates the ACLU to have impact across legislative, administrative, and electoral levers.
This position is part of a collective bargaining unit and is represented by ACLU Staff United (ASU).
WHAT YOU'LL DO Develop and execute national campaign plans for the ACLU’s Abuse of Power portfolio.
YOUR DAY TO DAY
Design and lead complex, multi‑tooled campaigns from planning to execution at the national/federal level to advance civil rights and civil liberties issues
Lead legislative, administrative, and corporate campaigns with minimal guidance
Utilize a variety of sophisticated campaign tactics and tools
Employ constituent targeting, develop advertisements (TV, radio, print), polling, and creative campaign tactics for earned media
Retain and manage consultants
Work closely with Organizing Division on campaign plans
Coordinate day‑to‑day activities of staff in a matrixed structure
Collaborate with senior stakeholders, affiliate staff, and national staff, including policy staff within NPAD
Develop strategic partnerships to expand the ACLU’s influence
Convene and execute on‑ground meetings, planning, and campaign events in priority jurisdictions
Maintain awareness of emerging opportunities and challenges in the issue areas
Exercise independent judgment to solve problems and determine creative solutions
Provide subject‑matter expertise, advice, and support to colleagues in the State Campaigns Division
Adapt priorities in response to a changing external environment
Engage in special projects and other duties as assigned
Provide flexibility in work schedule and location, including travel nationally and working non‑traditional hours
FUTURE ACLU'ERS WILL
Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU
Center and embed principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging in their work
Collaborate respectfully to resolve obstacles and conflicts
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Significant experience with issue advocacy at federal, state, and/or local levels, including campaign management
Experience designing campaign strategy and executing plans and tactics
Ability to work independently as well as within a team
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
Experience building, leading, and working within coalitions
Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment while managing competing priorities and timelines
Comfort with policy and integrating objectives into campaign execution
Willingness to travel
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in issue and electoral campaigns
Experience in legislative and administrative advocacy
Experience in grassroots organizing
Fluency, expertise and experience in multiple ACLU issue areas
COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a salary of $167,568.00 (Level E) based on geographic location. Salaries may be adjusted for regional pay if authorized to work outside the listed location.
BEHIND THE BENEFITS Benefits 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
Annual professional development funds and internal development programs
OUR COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY, EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU. We are committed to learning, growth, humility, grace, transparency, and accountability. We actively promote an anti‑oppression, anti‑ableism, and anti‑racism culture both internally and externally. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to protected status and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance applying online, please email benefits.hrdept@aclu.org. If selected for an interview, additional information regarding accommodations will be provided.
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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