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Social Justice Advocate

2 months ago

Capitol Heights, Maryland, United States Progressive Maryland Full time
Progressive Maryland: Justice Reform Organizer Job Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Justice Reform Organizer to join our team at Progressive Maryland. As a key member of our organization, you will play a critical role in building a grassroots movement that advances economic, racial, and environmental equity in Maryland.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Community Engagement: Develop and implement strategies to build a strong base of members, volunteers, and grassroots leaders supporting criminal justice reform.
  • Leadership Development: Recruit, develop, and train Progressive Maryland members for leadership roles, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to drive social change.
  • Campaign Mobilization: Mobilize supporters through events, legislative testimony, and petitions, leveraging our collective power to influence policy and drive reform.
  • Campaign Planning: Collaborate with the Campaigns Director to develop and implement comprehensive campaign plans, ensuring a coordinated and effective approach to achieving our goals.
  • Coalition Building: Represent Progressive Maryland in coalition spaces related to the campaign, fostering partnerships and building a strong network of allies.

Requirements:

  • Experience: Proven experience in social justice issues or progressive campaigns, with a strong understanding of the complexities of criminal justice reform.
  • Organizing Skills: Excellent grassroots community organizing, canvassing, and phone banking skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Technical Skills: Basic computer literacy and ability to learn new digital platforms, with a strong understanding of campaign platforms like Votebuilder/VAN.
  • Leadership Skills: Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of Maryland Politics: Familiarity with Maryland political systems and a deep understanding of the state's complex policy landscape.
  • Criminal Justice Reform Expertise: Knowledge of criminal justice reform and progressive drug policy approaches, with a strong understanding of the intersection of justice and equity.

Benefits:

Salary: $50,000-$65,000

Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement plan, paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays. Progressive Maryland is a proudly unionized workplace.