Press Director – American Majority – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
American Majority Incorporated seeks a Press Director to develop and manage a dynamic new initiative in Wisconsin.
The project will focus on developing a 24-7 news hub for Wisconsinites. The website-based initiative will deliver up-to-date news, including a dynamic blog and counter-stories to the opposition’s inaccurate reports.
The Press Director will manage the development and growth of this project with the expectation of expanding responsibilities. In addition to management responsibilities, the Director will spend a good deal of his/her time researching and writing stories, as well as blogging. In addition, the Director will develop good working relationships with the media on behalf of the organization.
This position will be based in Milwaukee.
The ideal Press Director will possess the following attributes:
- 5+ years of experience as a journalist or press secretary
- Understanding of the news cycle
- Ability to develop solid working relationships with the press
- Solid writing skills
- High-energy, highly-motivated, entrepreneurial, and determined; a “get things done” mentality
- An understanding of and deep commitment to the principles of limited government, personal responsibility, and free enterprise
- Excellent research and analysis skills
- Ability to distill complex concepts and research into cogent, concise prose
- Ability to operate digital video equipment and produce video
- A self-starter attitude, personal responsibility and accountability, and strong organizational skills
- A bachelor’s degree
- An understand of and commitment to the principles of limited government, personal responsibility, and free enterprise
Interested candidates should submit a résumé, three writing samples (preferably links or PDFs), and a cover letter explaining their philosophical interest in the organization/role and salary requirements to claire@talentmarket.org.
About American Majority
At American Majority, we believe that real political change begins at the local level.
It is going to take engaged citizens working together in their communities to effectively implement freedom on a national level. We believe that individual liberty will only be achieved through limited government and free markets and that by training candidates and activists to be effective towards those goals today, we will enhance tomorrow.
American Majority is a national non-profit, non-partisan political training institute whose mission is to train and equip a national network of leaders committed to individual freedom through limited government and the free market. Headquartered in Purcellville, Virginia, we currently have state offices in Arkansas, Kansas, Minnesota, Oklahoma and Texas, with plans to open additional state offices in 2010.
Our organizational philosophy remains centered around the grassroots. We work hard to ensure our premier training programs are accessible to activists and candidates around the country. Since our inception in 2008, we have held hundreds of trainings in dozens of states, providing resources and education to thousands of candidates and grassroots activists.
We continue our work through generous gifts from private citizens and foundations who understand the value of our efforts. While we have come a long way in such a short period, we are confident the best is yet to come.
Wisconsin Field Staffer – American Majority – Madison, WI
American Majority Incorporated seeks a Field Staffer based in Madison, Wisconsin.
The Field Staffer will:
- Serve as a liaison with like-minded grassroots groups, including tea party organizations, 9.12 groups, and other conservative organizations
- Facilitate and coordinate activist training events across the region. The Field Staffer will plan and coordinate AM’s political training programs (approximately 2 per month). They will also help refine American Majority’s core curriculum when needed, and lead the activist training.
- Work one-on-one with citizens to maximize impact. The Field Staffer will work individually with activists, citizens seeking public office, organizers, and other citizens to help them make substantial changes in their communities.
- Identify, research, and develop ongoing best practices in political training. The Field Staffer will deliver cutting-edge, innovative, high-quality political training consistent with AM’s methodology and approach. The Field Staffer will work closely with other Field Staffers and Directors to share curricula, identify areas for collaboration, and inform the ongoing improvement of AM’s training programs.
The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:
- 3 years of experience in national politics with an expertise in campaign strategy, political communications, or political organizing
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience facilitating and coordinating training events a major plus
- A self-starter attitude, personal responsibility and accountability, and strong organizational skills
- A bachelor’s degree
- An understanding of state political dynamics
- An understanding of and commitment to freedom for individuals and freedom in the marketplace
Interested candidates should submit a résumé and cover letter (explaining their philosophical interest in the organization and salary requirements) to claire@talentmarket.org.
About American Majority
At American Majority, we believe that real political change begins at the local level.
It is going to take engaged citizens working together in their communities to effectively implement freedom on a national level. We believe that individual liberty will only be achieved through limited government and free markets and that by training candidates and activists to be effective towards those goals today, we will enhance tomorrow.
American Majority is a national non-profit, non-partisan political training institute whose mission is to train and equip a national network of leaders committed to individual freedom through limited government and the free market. Headquartered in Purcellville, Virginia, we currently have state offices in Arkansas, Kansas, Minnesota, Oklahoma and Texas, with plans to open additional state offices in 2010.
Our organizational philosophy remains centered around the grassroots. We work hard to ensure our premier training programs are accessible to activists and candidates around the country. Since our inception in 2008, we have held hundreds of trainings in dozens of states, providing resources and education to thousands of candidates and grassroots activists.
We continue our work through generous gifts from private citizens and foundations who understand the value of our efforts. While we have come a long way in such a short period, we are confident the best is yet to come.
Wisconsin Executive Director – American Majority
American Majority Incorporated seeks a Wisconsin State Executive Director to help manage day-to-day operations of that state office. American Majority is a non-profit dedicated to training and equipping a national network of leadership committed to individual freedom through limited government and the free market.
The Executive Director will:
- Ensure that American Majority chapter in the state runs smoothly. This will include training greater numbers at greater efficiency, managing multiple staff, and conducting training sessions. The Wisconsin Executive Director will interact regularly with American Majority National and state executive directors, work to stay within budget and meet individual state goals (number of training sessions, maximizing attendance at the sessions, etc.)
- Manage special projects and oversee talent assessments. The Wisconsin Executive Director will ensure that various special projects are executed in a timely and effective fashion. The Wisconsin Executive Director will also make sure that he or she is regularly assessing staff so that American Majority remains in top form with quality staff.
- Serve as a public face for American Majority. The Wisconsin Executive Director will write and speak on behalf of the organization, as well as be involved in some public relations work, including leading American Majority training sessions where needed.
The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:
- 6-10 years of experience
- Experience managing significant programs or projects within a political campaign, a free-market nonprofit organization, etc.
- Significant political experience in Wisconsin
- Experience managing staff
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to train is a must
- Strong team-building skills
- A self-starter attitude, personal responsibility and accountability, and strong organizational skills
- A bachelor’s degree
- An understanding of state political dynamics
The Wisconsin Executive Director will report to the National Executive Director of American Majority and will likely be based in Madison.
Interested candidates should submit a résumé and cover letter explaining their philosophical interest in the organization/role and salary requirements to claire@talentmarket.org.
About American Majority
At American Majority, we believe that real political change begins at the local level.
It is going to take engaged citizens working together in their communities to effectively implement freedom on a national level. We believe that individual liberty will only be achieved through limited government and free markets and that by training candidates and activists to be effective towards those goals today, we will enhance tomorrow.
American Majority is a national non-profit, non-partisan political training institute whose mission is to train and equip a national network of leaders committed to individual freedom through limited government and the free market. Headquartered in Purcellville, Virginia, we currently have state offices in Arkansas, Kansas, Minnesota, Oklahoma and Texas, with plans to open additional state offices in 2010.
Our organizational philosophy remains centered around the grassroots. We work hard to ensure our premier training programs are accessible to activists and candidates around the country. Since our inception in 2008, we have held hundreds of trainings in dozens of states, providing resources and education to thousands of candidates and grassroots activists.
We continue our work through generous gifts from private citizens and foundations who understand the value of our efforts. While we have come a long way in such a short period, we are confident the best is yet to come.
Director, Center for City and State Government – Manhattan Institute
The Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, a market-oriented public policy research institution based in New York City, seeks a director for its Center for City and State Government, for which the Institute has expansion plans. This Center is a division of the Institute which conducts research and holds forums on state and local issues such as public education and school choice, social policy, housing, infrastructure finance, prisoner re-entry programs, immigration and fiscal analysis. The work of the Center will build on past successful efforts of the Manhattan Institute in influencing public policy in such areas as crime reduction and welfare reform.
The Center director will be responsible for closely monitoring developments in local and state government, with a special emphasis on identifying innovative policies and practices. The director will be responsible for writing op-eds and other forms of policy journalism for such forums as local newspapers, television, radio and conferences.
The successful candidate:
- should have a background in managing a public policy research center focused on U.S. city and state governments and related topics;
- should be familiar with current issues in such areas as those cited above, as well as public sector management approaches and quantitative methods used in program assessment and evaluation and social science research
- should be prepared to manage relationships with Institute fellows and contract employees and to serve as an ambassador for the Institute with representatives from city and state administrations across the country.
This position reports to the Institute vice-president for policy research.
Interested applicants should submit a resume, writing sample and cover letter – which explains how the applicant’s experience relates to the above job description – to Claire Kittle, claire@talentmarket.org.
Montana State Director – Americans for Prosperity Foundation
While leading different state initiatives, the Montana state director will act as the main spokesperson for Americans for Prosperity Foundation within Montana. The director will report to the VP, State Operations, and will work closely with different departments in the national office, volunteers, legislators, press and donors. This position requires an individual with a broad range of core competencies as he/she is running an individual state chapter within the broader organization.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Build relations for the state chapter with political, business, media and community leaders. Additionally, work with coalition partners, investors and AFPF & AFP national and other state offices to sustain state operations
• Mobilize and educate grassroots activists on issues within the organization’s mission
• Utilize activists and volunteers to advance policy initiatives that bring about institutional change
• Represent the organization as the key spokesperson for the state through consistent branding
• Create and implement a state-wide legislative action plan and assist on national issues of importance
• Draft and prepare press releases and op-eds as related to issues of importance to the state
• Create and cultivate donor relationships with new, as well as existing supporters, at the state level
• Develop and work within state budget parameters
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• Experience cultivating relationships with high-profile individuals
• Political experience is preferable
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and excellent problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, environment
• Integrity, humility, and an entrepreneurial attitude
• A positive attitude and an earnest interest in providing good customer service to our members, partners and other state chapters
• A firm commitment to advancing every individual’s right to economic freedom and opportunity through free markets
GENERAL:
Americans for Prosperity Foundation (AFP Foundation) is a 501(c)(3) organization of citizen leaders committed to educating consumers, business owners, and the general public about the value and operation of an open and market-oriented economy that is free of government interference.
TO APPLY:
Please submit a cover letter explaining philosophical interest in AFPF, resume and salary history/requirements to: claire@talentmarket.org with the position title in the subject line. AFPF is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls please.
