State Director, Arkansas

How You Will Contribute:

Lead Statewide Strategy:

Develop and execute a

data-driven, long-term strategic plan

to advance priority

public policy initiatives

and grassroots campaigns across Arkansas
Government Affairs & Policy Advocacy:

Build and drive a

legislative agenda , engaging with the

Governor, state legislature, and federal delegation

to influence policy outcomes
Team Leadership:

Hire, develop, and lead a

high-performing team , fostering a culture of

accountability, innovation, and results-driven performance
Grassroots & Volunteer Mobilization:

Recruit, develop, and activate

grassroots volunteers, activists, and community leaders

to support advocacy campaigns and policy reform
Coalition & Stakeholder Engagement:

Build and maintain strategic relationships with

business leaders, policymakers, media, and nonprofit partners

to expand influence and impact
Public Relations & Communications:

Serve as the

lead spokesperson , delivering consistent messaging through media, events, and public forums
Fundraising & Donor Development:

Cultivate and steward

donor relationships and philanthropic partnerships

to support sustainable state operations
Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner with national teams and other state chapters on

multi-state initiatives, policy campaigns, and strategic priorities
What You Will Bring:

Proven experience in

public policy, government affairs, political campaigns, or advocacy leadership
Track record of

building and managing high-level relationships

(elected officials, donors, or influencers)
Strong

leadership and people management experience
Exceptional

communication skills

(public speaking, media, and executive-level writing)
Demonstrated success in

coalition building, stakeholder engagement, and grassroots organizing
Ability to

develop strategy, solve complex problems, and execute in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
Entrepreneurial mindset with

high integrity, humility, and accountability
Commitment to

free markets, economic freedom, and policy solutions that expand opportunity
Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.
Standout Candidates Will Bring:

Direct experience in

state or federal legislative policy, lobbying, or government relations
Background in

fundraising, donor development, or nonprofit leadership
What We Offer:

Competitive benefits:

Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
A meaningful career:

Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
Commitment to growth:

Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
Competitive compensation:

Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.
Our Values:

Working for an organization within the Stand Together philanthropic community is different from many other places. The culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.

We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. That is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, and respect.

Salary

120000 - 150000 USD a year
For this role, the anticipated base salary range is $120,000–$150,000 per year. In addition to base salary, additional bonus earnings may represent a meaningful portion of total compensation. Total compensation will align with an employee’s overall contribution and the value created for the organization.
We believe incentives matter. Our Principles-Based Management PBM compensation philosophy is grounded in an individualized approach that rewards the long-term value each person creates for the organization. Compensation decisions are informed by a variety of factors, including relevant experience, capabilities, demonstrated skills, role responsibilities, and expected contribution. Consistent with this approach, compensation may vary within or outside of the anticipated range based on these considerations.

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