About the role

  • Direct and oversee all political programming to elect strong leaders who champion our values to local and statewide offices
  • Develop and implement long-term political and electoral power-building strategies to help achieve our mission
  • Determine campaign targets and political strategy based on research, communication with coalition partners, and viability in the local, state, and federal election cycles
  • Develop and lead all Independent Expenditure programming
  • Oversee all work regarding the Alaska Public Offices Commission
  • Supervise The Alaska Center’s contract lobbyist and contract APOC consultant
  • Manage the Clean Energy Manager’s work on the Chugach election cycle
  • Help with annual and long-term goal setting and addressing organizational issues
  • Lead The Alaska Center Team in developing priority policy goals
  • Manage our work to achieve policy goals during the legislative session
  • Participate in coalitions as necessary.

Requirements

  • Minimum three years of professional experience, including political / advocacy campaign experience
  • Knowledge of Alaska politics
  • Ability to inspire action in others, lead by example and instill purpose into daily operations of the organization
  • Experience with the Voter Activation Network and affiliated databases
  • Ability and willingness to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends on occasion
  • Experience designing, maintaining and improving a goal-oriented accountability structure without compromising staff autonomy or innovation
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude and solution-based approach in high-pressure or difficult situations
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meeting frequent deadlines
  • Ability to adapt and adjust to changing circumstances quickly
  • Commitment to understanding race, class, gender, and other equity issues in organizing and politics
  • Experience and commitment to strengthening racial justice, equity, and inclusion.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive work environment
  • Competitive benefits package

Job title

Political Director

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$75,000 - $82,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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