Strategic Campaigns Director

Overview The Strategic Organizing Center (SOC) is a mission‑focused center that develops strategies and implements tactics on transformational campaigns confronting corporate power. We partner with workers, allies and our affiliates—including the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Communication Workers of America (CWA) and the United Farmworkers of America (UFW)—whose 3 million members unite to build a strong, vibrant labor movement. Through cutting‑edge research and innovative campaigns, SOC advocates for workers, consumers and other constituencies harmed by concentrated corporate power across a wide range of industries including food service, transportation and logistics, communications, healthcare, manufacturing and more. The Opportunity We are seeking a seasoned organizing professional to lead comprehensive campaigns that challenge America’s largest corporations to take responsibility for how their business practices impact working families and their communities. This role will be an integral member of SOC’s broader Strategic Research and Campaigns (SRC) team, a growing and diverse multidisciplinary group that develops and executes corporate reform campaigns in partnership with SOC affiliate unions. The Work Lead strategic research and campaign development processes. Design campaign plans and supervise execution of campaign tactics by a team of corporate campaigners, attorneys and communicators in close collaboration with affiliate campaign leadership. Build relationships with external partners and specialists that enable effective multidisciplinary and cross‑organizational campaigning. Mentor junior campaigners on corporate research and strategy, tactical development and execution, and oversee their work product and professional skill development. Assist the Director of the Strategic Research and Campaigns Department with overall management responsibilities. Contribute to and/or lead other department‑specific or cross‑functional initiatives. Who We Are Looking For Commitment to social justice and workers’ rights. Strong research, report‑writing and public‑speaking skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly. Exceptional writing and editing skills for clear, compelling, and succinct content that resonates with diverse audiences. Proven leadership in building effective partnerships, coalitions, and alliances to drive meaningful change and execute high‑impact campaigns. Comprehensive understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to labor rights, workplace standards, and corporate governance. Experience working effectively across functional and organizational lines. Experience in training, mentoring, and managing staff with a proven ability to coordinate collaborative projects and achieve strategic objectives. Strong analytical thinking and keen attention to detail to assess trends, risks, and opportunities in support of campaign goals. Dedication to maintaining high standards of work and a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development. Ability to manage multiple work streams and meet deadlines efficiently and effectively. Minimum Required Education And Experience BA/BS degree or higher. A minimum of 5 years of campaign experience in union, political or community organizing. 1+ years of experience as a campaign supervisor at a labor union or other progressive advocacy organization. Spanish and/or other non‑English language skills a plus. Physical Demands & Working Environment Under current policy, SOC employees spend at least two days per week in‑office at our Washington, DC or New York City office locations and may work remotely otherwise. Some travel required. Must be willing to work long and irregular hours, including work on weekends as necessary, based on campaign needs. The SOC has a mandatory COVID vaccine policy and safety protocols in both our office locations, including a required daily health screening survey for in‑office days. What We Offer Compensation & Benefits Salary is calculated based on years of experience, with annual increases according to an established salary scale. The salary range for this position is $110,000 – $125,000. This is a full‑time exempt position. Benefits Health Insurance: 100% employer‑paid coverage including medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits for you, your spouse or domestic partner, and children. Retirement Savings: After six months of employment, benefit from a generous 12% salary contribution to your 401K retirement plan. Life and Disability Insurance: Full coverage for life insurance as well as short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. Additional Perks: Receive a cell phone provision, commuter benefits and access to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). Paid Time Off: 13 days of sick leave, 14 paid holidays and 10 days of paid vacation (increases with seniority up to 25 days per year). You’ll also receive 2 personal days and 4 days of compensatory time. Parental Leave: 8 weeks of paid parental leave. Professional Development: A professional development budget each year for every staff member to enhance skills and career advancement. Application Requirements A resume is required for all applications and a cover letter is highly suggested. Your cover letter should explain your reasons for wanting to work at the SOC, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position, and a description of how this position fits into your long‑term career plan. Please go to our website www.thesoc.org, scroll to the bottom and click on “Careers at the SOC” to be taken to our job board. EEO Statement Women and people of color are strongly urged to apply. The Strategic Organizing Center does not discriminate in any of its programs, procedures, or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, mental or physical disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in employment and application for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr