About the Organization

The Fiscal Alliance Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing individual liberty, promoting fiscal responsibility and transparency in government, and improving public policy outcomes through education, research, and legal advocacy. The Foundation works to inform the public, engage policymakers, and elevate principled perspectives on state and regional policy issues across New England.

About the Role

The Fiscal Alliance Foundation seeks a Vermont State Director (VSD) to lead and grow the Foundation’s Vermont chapter in furtherance of their mission. This role is responsible for effectively communicating the Foundation’s research, policy positions, and educational initiatives to key constituencies, including board members, staff, media, activists, elected officials, members, allied organizations, and the general public.

As the sole employee of the Foundation’s Vermont chapter, the VSD will manage day-to-day operations while building the chapter’s visibility, credibility, and long-term financial sustainability. This is a highly autonomous, public-facing role that requires strong judgment, initiative, and the ability to represent the Foundation professionally and persuasively across a range of audiences.

This is a full-time position reporting to the Executive Director. This person will be required to live in Vermont, but can work from a virtual office within the state.

The projected salary range for this role is $75,000 – $105,000 per year. Compensation is based on the successful candidate’s educational background, experience, and skills.

Essential Functions

Organizational & Chapter Management

  • Oversee the daily operations of the Foundation’s Vermont chapter.
  • Establish and maintain an active presence within Vermont’s political and public policy environment.
  • Coordinate closely with the Executive Director, Foundation staff, board members, and volunteers to advance organizational goals.

Media, Communications & Public Affairs

  • Monitor Vermont media coverage to identify opportunities for the Foundation to contribute commentary on state politics and public policy.
  • Maintain and organize a statewide media contact database.
  • Draft media advisories, press releases, and opinion content; organize press conferences as appropriate.
  • Develop and publish social media content across relevant platforms
  • Represent the Foundation publicly through media engagement, public appearances, and speaking opportunities.

Stakeholder & Coalition Engagement

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including media, elected officials, policy staff, activists, donors, and aligned organizations.
  • Develop partnerships with similarly aligned organizations (e.g., business associations, policy organizations, and advocacy groups).
  • Engage with members of the Executive and Legislative branches, including elected officials and senior staff.
  • Collaborate with sister organizations and national partners to advance shared objectives.

Fundraising & Financial Oversight

  • Develop and implement a fundraising strategy with the goal of achieving chapter self-sufficiency.
  • Serve as the primary fundraiser for the Vermont chapter, with support from the Executive Director, development staff, and board members.
  • Identify, cultivate, and solicit donors and prospects; make personal fundraising appeals.
  • Maintain accurate donor records and databases.
  • Work with the Executive Director on budgeting, forecasting, and responsible financial management, including adherence to spending approval processes.
  • Achieve defined first-year fundraising and growth milestones in partnership with leadership.

Marketing & Messaging Strategy

  • Work with Foundation leadership to develop key messages and public relations strategies.
  • Execute those strategies consistently across media, social platforms, and stakeholder communications.
  • Grow the Foundation’s brand recognition and influence within Vermont.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience, preferably in nonprofit advocacy, outreach, coalition-building, communications, or public affairs
  • Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to draft persuasive narrative content and professional presentations
  • Strong verbal communication skills, including comfort with one-on-one engagement and prepared or extemporaneous speaking to small and mid-sized groups
  • Experience using social media in a professional or organizational context
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
  • Demonstrated relationship-building and networking abilities
  • Assertive yet diplomatic communication style
  • Basic financial literacy, including the ability to read budgets and financial statements; familiarity with Excel or similar tools preferred

Personal Attributes

  • Strong alignment with the mission of the Fiscal Alliance Foundation and a demonstrated commitment to advancing individual liberty, fiscal responsibility, and transparency in government through education and advocacy
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently while remaining receptive to guidance and feedback
  • Professional, responsive, and reliable communicator
  • Resilient and persistent; able to navigate challenges creatively and constructively
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals holding diverse perspectives who share the Foundation’s mission

Travel & Schedule Expectations

  • This role requires in-state travel for meetings, events, and media engagement
  • Evening and weekend availability may be required based on legislative schedules and public events

Equal Employment Opportunity & Employment Disclaimer

The Fiscal Alliance Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment with the Fiscal Alliance Foundation is at will and may be terminated by either the employee or the Foundation at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

To Apply

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:

  • Cover letter including:
    • An introductory paragraph(s) describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to the Foundation’s mission and how you came to those beliefs
    • Salary requirements
    • Resume

Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.

Questions can be directed to Katy Gambella, Director of Outreach at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: [email protected].

There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.

While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.

Talent Market is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting liberty by helping free-market nonprofits identify talent for critical roles. We provide consulting and recruiting services at no cost to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom, free enterprise, free trade, free speech, property rights, rule of law, and limited regulation.