The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.

The League of Young Voters (LYV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion, freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.

TO APPLY

Please email resume, cover letter, three references, and salary history to pittsburgh@indyvoter.org with "THE JOB TITLE" in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.

THAT MEANS DON'T CALL KHARI FOR THE INSIDE TRACK, IT WON'T WORK!

Position Descriptions are BELOW:

    -Director of Operations and Technology (Full-Time)
    -Field Operations and Campaigns Coordinator (Full-Time)
    -Community Outreach and Cultural Programs Coordinator (Part-Time)
    -Policy and Education Coordinator (Part-Time)

    -Youth Consituency Outreach Coordinator (Part-Time)
    -Executive Assistant (Paid Internship)
    -Online Coordinator (Paid Internship)

 

(1) JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Pittsburgh League of Young Voters (LYV)* &
Pittsburgh League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF)**

 

DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 20^th, (earlier is encouraged)

 

Position Description: Director of Operations and Technology

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
 
1. Finances, reporting, and compliance
Manages book-keeping and assists Regional Director (RD) in preparing monthly program-specific cash flow reports. Under supervision of regional director handle payroll, employee paperwork, and payment of contractors and staff. Strictly observe c3/c4/PAC boundaries in all aspects of work.
 
2. Office Manager
Develop and oversee office administrative system through the various stages of organizational growth. Ensures timely organizational responsiveness to requests from public. Manages and maintains office systems including data systems, mailings, bill payment, interface with vendors, and timely upkeep and repair of office equipment. Acts as purchase agent. Pro-actively seeks to improve operational systems, cut costs and improve efficiency. Understands the LYVEF/LIV vision and strategy. 
 
3. Staff support
Supports administrative needs of staff, constituents, board members, and address anything that might otherwise slip through the cracks. Handles logistics for Board meetings, and all other Board logistical needs and prepares financial statements for Regional Director for grant proposals and organizational meetings. Pro-actively takes relevant work off of the RD's plate. Holds down the fort and gives tour support when staff is away. Assists RD in administering personnel and other organizational policies. Assists outreach in administering local membership program.

4. Office Volunteer and Intern Coordinator
Orients and manages volunteers and interns in Pittsburgh Office to do data entry, mailings and other necessary organizational tasks.

5. Development/Fundraising
Assist Regional Director in grant writing. Maintains masterlist of funder opportunities and deadlines. Serves as liaison to appropriate donors and foundations. Pro-actively scouts new fundraising opportunities. Maintains strict compliance with c3/c4 boundaries and all legal and ethical obligations. Works closely with Operations Manager to ensure properly
functioning financial and donor tracking systems. Works closely with RD, staff
boards to ensure that donor communication and liaison relationships are consistent and strategic. Manages grants and reporting. Effectively engages interns, volunteers and other staff in fundraising. Scouts for creative new ways to fundraise and engage donors as people who offer more than money. Enters checks into book-keeping and donor database. Helps RD to tailor proposals to foundations. Does background research on donors and foundations. Helps administer house parties and other donor events. Administers thank you note system. Facilitates fundraising-related mailings.

6. Management and Facilitation
Coordinate membership, committee and staff meetings, develop monthly reports. Report to Regional Director and Executive Cmte on a bi-weekly basis. Supervise scheduling and manage master organizational calendar.

7. Event Planning
Assist Outreach Staff in logistics for organizational events.

8. Coordinating Technology and Organizational Data Management
Develop system for managing and gathering data (list building etc.) and making sure it is centralized. Understanding Content Management Systems (CMS), Constituent Relationship Management systems (CRM), Database concepts, such as database table structures, queries, and a general understanding of and capability with most things internet/tech. Administer tech systems (such as the organization's web office). Coordinate Training & Support of staff in using technological systems. Provide basic tech support for staff. Research and Investigate new technologies/programs.

9. Online/Website Supervision
Becoming proficient in Democracy In Action Web Technology. Coordinate with Information Tech Cmte. to utilize web technology to better manage data. Coordinating website with Comm/Media Cmte & Technology Consultant. Coordinating w/ technology consultant and Comm/Media to keep local site updated w/ local content. Coordinating with local web team and national webmaster to keep national site updated with local content.

Qualifications
At least two years of Operations /Technology or equivalent experience, including
o        Experience in a non-profit organization and an entrepreneurial start up.
o        Strong social justice values and belief in the mission of the organization.
o        Proven success at volunteer and intern management experience.
o        Extremely details-oriented.
o        Excellent written and verbal communication skills
o        Tech skills AND people skills (gasp!)
o        Quick learner
o        Excellent troubleshooter
o        Good knowledge of technology, internet trends, etc
o        Good tech trainer
o        Knowledge of healthy database practices (and good instincts too)
o        Organized, able to prioritize time effectively, able to multi-task
o        Can work well independently and always follow through
o        Demonstrated commitment to economic and social justice
o        Two or more years of Development Director-level experience including major donors, individuals, foundations, grassroots, events and ideally also merchandise/earned income.
o        Experience working in an entrepreneurial non-profit or political fundraising situation.
o        Politically progressive, works well across race, class, culture, etc.
o        Extremely personable, details-oriented, self-starter, and fast-learner.


SALARY
$2,500 per month, including benefits
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3
non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the
democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership
development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and
student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.

**The League of Young Voters (LYV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for
young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our
lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public
policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion,
freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.

TO APPLY

Please email resume, cover letter, three references, and salary history to pittsburgh@indyvoter.org with "Director of Operations and Technology" in the subject line.
No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.
LYV and LYVEF are equal opportunity employers.  We do not discriminate in employment against persons based on color, race, religion, age, ability, gender, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or marital status. People of all genders, backgrounds, orientations, and senses of humor are encouraged to apply. 

Please visit http://indyvoter.org for more information.

• Manage comprehensive traditional and non-traditional field operations for LYVEF/LYV in the Pittsburgh/PA region, as well as documentation and evaluation of strategy and programs. 
  
• Build and maintain strategic and tactical relationships and alliances with key organizations. 
  
• Administer voter files, and other tools and technologies to increase constituent engagement.
  
• Develop/source materials and resources for campaigns.
  
• Represent LYVEF/LIV at conferences, trainings, workshops. 
  
• Coach field operatives and ensure that they are properly trained and supported.
  
• May be called on to facilitate meetings and strategy sessions.
  
• Work within the ethics of sustainability, leadership development, respect for local autonomy.
  
• Report regularly to Regional Director with written documentation of results.
  
• Work closely with Outreach Coordinator on alliances and joint campaigns.
  
• Work closely with Web Team to develop online/offline issue campaigns that engage and expand our membership.
  
• Work closely with Regional Director to develop case studies, trainings and materials relevant to issue campaigns.Work closely with ally organizations on joint campaigns.
  
• Work closely with Regional Director to develop and refine campaigns, messages and overall communications strategy.
  
• Cultivate knowledge of tools and technologies to increase constituent engagement.
  
• Report regularly to Executive Director with written documentation of results.
• Coordinating staffing w/ operations and outreach cmtes
  
• Coordination of non-electoral political activities
  
  • Research and Strategy: Coordinate electoral politics, issues and policy research and strategy program working w/ Public Policy Cmte.
    
  • Lobbying: Coordinate lobbying program working w/ Public Policy Cmte.
    
  • Coalition Building: Coordinate coalition building program with outreach cmte.
    
• Assisting the Outreach cmte. in the following areas:
  
  • Coordinate alliance building campaign w/ Outreach Coordinator
    
  • Research and actively build relationships w/ potential strategic partners
    
  • Assist staff in training volunteers 
    

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have 1+ years experience in managing major voter registration and multiple contact GOTV operation.
  
• Working knowledge of community-based groups.
  
• Must have experience in developing issue campaigns.
  
• Working knowledge of community-based groups, legislative and electoral politics.
  
• Demonstrated experience in cross-class/race organizing.
  
• Demonstrated commitment to economic and social justice. 
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking.
  
• Must be organized, able to prioritize time effectively and able to multi-task. 
  
• Must have a lot of initiative. 
  
• Demonstrated experience in cross-class/race organizing.
  
• 1+ Years Campus/community organizing plus advocacy and legislative experience.
  
• Management experience.
  
• Must be a great team player! 
  
• Builds relationships easily.
  
• Must be resourceful.
  
• Willing to travel extensively.
  
  
  

SALARY
$2,000 per month
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3
non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the
democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership
development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and
student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.

**The League of Young Voters (LYV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for
young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our
lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public
policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion,
freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.

TO APPLY

Please email resume, cover letter, three references, and salary history to pittsburgh@indyvoter.org with "Field Operations and Campaigns Coordinator" in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.
LYV and LYVEF are equal opportunity employers.  We do not discriminate in employment against persons based on color, race, religion, age, ability, gender, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or marital status. People of all genders, backgrounds, orientations, and senses of humor are encouraged to apply. 

Please visit http://indyvoter.org for more information.

Please visit http://indyvoter.org for more information.

(4) JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Pittsburgh League of Young Voters (LYV)* &
Pittsburgh League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF)**
 DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 20^th, (earlier is encouraged)

Position Description: Policy and Education Coordinator
Reporting relationship: Reports directly to the Director of Operations
·         Primary job function: Assisting Director of Operations in the following areas:

o        Coordinate Ex-Offender Voting Rights Project

o        Educational Outreach and Alliance Building

• Promoting c3 training program
• Building relationships with schools, local colleges, after-school programs and other non-partisan youth civic engagement programs
• Representing organization at educational events
• Research and actively build relationships w/ potential strategic partners and community groups

o        Coordinating training program with Education Committee Chairperson

• Assisting the Education cmte. in the following areas:
• Co-facilitating and coordinating workshops
• Developing curriculum
• Coordinating the scheduling of workshops w/ operations staff
• Compiling educational materials
• Participating in training workshops
• Seeking out training opportunities and partners

o        Coordination of Research, Analysis, Legislative and Policy Work

§         Research

·         Policy
·         Legislation,
·         Issues,
·         Demographics,
·         profiles of public officials
·         candidates

§          Analysis

·         Past elections
·         Voter data
·         Polling
·         Surveys

§         Writing policy papers
§         Writing draft legislation
§         Coordinating w/ communications cmte. to draft documents.

 QUALIFICATIONS

At least 1 year of policy and research experience, training experience, is a plus:
• Strong social justice values and belief in the mission of the organization.
• Extremely details-oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understands LYVEF/LIV vision and strategy. 

  Hours: 15-20 hours/week


Part-time, most likely 20 hours/week.  Hours are flexible but should be
fairly regular.  Initial period of work is two months, but there may be
an opportunity to continue work if it's a productive arrangement.



SALARY
Commensurate with experience.
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3
non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the
democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership
development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and
student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.

**The League of Young Voters (LYV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for
young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our
lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public
policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion,
freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.

TO APPLY

Please email resume, cover letter, three references, and salary history to pittsburgh@indyvoter.org with "Policy and Education Coordinator " in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.
LYV and LYVEF are equal opportunity employers.  We do not discriminate in employment against persons based on color, race, religion, age, ability, gender, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or marital status. People of all genders, backgrounds, orientations, and senses of humor are encouraged to apply. 

Please visit http://indyvoter.org for more information.

• Community Based Constituencies
  
• Cultural Constituencies Community Relations
  
• Youth Outreach
  
• Promoting c3 training program
  
• Building relationships with schools, local colleges, after-school programs, other non-partisan youth civic engagement programs, youth serving organizations and faith based groups
  
• Representing organization at educational events
  
• Research and actively build relationships w/ potential strategic partners and community groups
  
• Event Planning
  
  • Venue
    
  • Staffing
    
  • Talent
    
  • Outreach/Promotion
    

 QUALIFICATIONS
At least 1 year of youth programming and community outreach experience, training experience, is a plus:
• Strong social justice values and belief in the mission of the organization.
• Extremely details-oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understands LYVEF/LYV vision and strategy. 
Part-time, 15 hours/week, Hours are flexible but should be fairly regular


SALARY
$ 10/hour
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3
non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the
democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership
development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and
student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.

**The League of Young Voters (LYV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for
young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our
lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public
policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion,
freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.

TO APPLY

Please email resume, cover letter, three references, and salary history to pittsburgh@indyvoter.org with "Constituency Outreach Coordinator"in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.
LYV and LYVEF are equal opportunity employers.  We do not discriminate in employment against persons based on color, race, religion, age, ability, gender, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or marital status. People of all genders, backgrounds, orientations, and senses of humor are encouraged to apply. 

Please visit http://indyvoter.org for more information.

 

• Serves as receptionist for incoming calls, mail and email.
  
• Writes correspondence on Regional Director's behalf.
  
• Supports as needed with full range of executive support from errands to research to representing Pittsburgh LYV/LYVEF at events.
  
• Supporting administrative needs of RD including advance work, coordinating travel, technical support, staffing RD at events and miscellaneous requests.
  
• Helps to address anything that might otherwise slip through the cracks.
  
• Pro-actively takes work off of Regional Director's plate.
  
• Supervise RD's schedule and manage RD's calendar in coordination with the Operations Director master calendar.
  

2. Supports Operations Manager (25%)

• Ensuring timely organizational responsiveness to requests from public. Maintaining office systems including data systems, mailings, bill payment, interface with vendors, and timely upkeep and repair of office equipment.
  
• Acting as purchase agent. Improving operational systems, cutting costs, improving efficiency.
  
• Supporting administrative needs of staff and volunteers including event planning, travel, technical support, and miscellaneous requests.
  
• Helps staff, constituents, board members address anything that might otherwise slip through the cracks
  
• Supporting logistics for Board meetings, and all other Board logistical needs.
  
• Holding down the fort and gives tour support when staff is away. Assisting field in administering local membership program.
  
• Orienting and managing volunteers and interns in Pittsburgh office to do data entry, mailings and other routine tasks.
  

  QUALIFICATIONS

At least 1 year of administrative experience, plus:
• Strong social justice values and belief in the mission of the organization.
• Extremely details-oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understands LYVEF/LIV vision and strategy. 

 SALARY
$ 750 a month stipend
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.
**The League of Young Voters (LYV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion, freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.
TO APPLY
Please email resume, cover letter, three references, and salary history to pittsburgh@indyvoter.org with "Executive Assistant" in the subject line.
No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.

 

(7) JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Pittsburgh League of Young Voters (LYV)* &
Pittsburgh League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF)**
 DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 20^th, (earlier is encouraged)
: 
Position Description: Online Coordinator

Responsibilities

·         Manage League website (support for content updates, domain &
server settings)
·         Research and Investigate new technologies/programs
·         Help as needed with internet publicity efforts
·         Report regularly to Online & Technology Director with written documentation of schedule, work, and results.
·         Create online media portfolio
·         Online marketing
·         Scout and collect hot visuals for League materials
·         Update website content (if html proficient)
·         Design materials (if design proficient)
·         Required Qualifications
·         Tech skills AND people skills (gasp!)
·         Quick learner
·         Excellent troubleshooter
·         Good knowledge of technology, internet trends, etc
·         Good tech trainer
·         Detail-oriented, highly-responsible
·         Organized, able to prioritize time effectively, able to multi-task
·         Can work well independently and always follow through
·         Demonstrated commitment to economic and social justice
·         Must be resourceful


Preferred Qualifications
·         Experience with website design and administration
·         Knowledge and participation in internet communities and trends, especially political/youth/culture -oriented
·         Good written communication skills for website content editing
·         A little bit of flava.  You don't have to overdo it, but you know.
Something.


Hours

Part-time, most likely 20 hours/week.  Hours are flexible but should be
fairly regular.  Initial period of work is two months, but there may be
an opportunity to continue work if it's a productive arrangement.



SALARY
$ 600 a month stipend
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3
non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the
democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership
development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and
student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.

**The League of Young Voters (LYV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for
young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our
lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public
policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion,
freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.

TO APPLY

Please email resume, cover letter, three references, and salary history to pittsburgh@indyvoter.org with "Online Coordinator" in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.
LYV and LYVEF are equal opportunity employers.  We do not discriminate in employment against persons based on color, race, religion, age, ability, gender, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or marital status. People of all genders, backgrounds, orientations, and senses of humor are encouraged to apply. 

Please visit http://indyvoter.org for more information.