The Skills Trainer designs and facilitates workshops, bootcamps, and training sessions that transform interested supporters into skilled organizers and leaders. You'll create curriculum covering organizing fundamentals, campaign strategy, public speaking, media relations, and leadership development—ensuring every Labor Party member has access to the knowledge and practice they need to build worker power effectively.

This role combines teaching skills with organizing expertise, working closely with the Leadership Development, Organizing, and Chapter Support teams to create scalable training programs that strengthen the movement's capacity.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver organizing bootcamps covering canvassing, phone banking, volunteer management, and data collection
• Facilitate political education sessions on labor history, economic analysis, and Labor Party platform positions
• Develop training tracks for communications (social media, writing, public speaking, media relations)
• Create campaign training curriculum on electoral strategy, fundraising, and opposition research
• Lead leadership development workshops on strategic planning, conflict resolution, and meeting facilitation
• Organize weekend intensive training institutes for skill-building
• Develop online courses and training materials for remote members
• Create training manuals, toolkits, and guides for self-directed learning
• Conduct train-the-trainer sessions to scale training capacity across chapters
• Facilitate mentorship program matching and provide mentorship training
• Assess training needs across chapters and develop responsive programming
• Track training outcomes and iterate on curriculum based on feedback
• Coordinate with local chapters to host regional training events
• Develop skills assessment tools to match volunteers with appropriate roles
• Support new member onboarding with foundational training sessions

Qualifications

• Strong facilitation and public speaking skills with ability to engage diverse audiences
• Experience in organizing, campaign work, or movement building
• Curriculum development experience or teaching background (preferred)
• Knowledge of adult education principles and participatory training methods
• Understanding of labor organizing, political campaigns, or community organizing
• Ability to break down complex skills into accessible, actionable steps
• Experience creating training materials including manuals, slides, and exercises
• Strong interpersonal skills for building trust and encouraging participation
• Flexibility to adapt training based on participant needs and learning styles
• Commitment to the Labor Party's mission of economic justice and workers' rights
• Availability for evening and weekend training sessions
• Bonus: Train-the-trainer certification; experience with online learning platforms; multilingual capacity

Impact

As a Skills Trainer, you'll multiply the Labor Party's organizing power by equipping hundreds of members with the skills to organize their communities, run winning campaigns, and build lasting political infrastructure. By democratizing organizing knowledge and building a culture of continuous learning, you'll ensure that the movement for workers' rights has the skilled leaders it needs to win—transforming passion into capability and supporters into organizers.

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The Field Organizer is the Labor Party's direct connection to voters and community members, leading face-to-face and voice-to-voice organizing efforts that build the movement one conversation at a time. You'll coordinate canvassing operations, manage phone banks, organize voter registration drives, and train volunteers in effective grassroots outreach—translating the Labor Party's message into personal conversations that move people to action.

This role combines people skills with strategic coordination, working closely with the Mobilization, Campaign, and Training teams to execute field operations that expand our base, identify supporters, and turn out voters for candidates and causes that champion workers' rights.

Responsibilities

• Lead door-to-door canvassing operations in targeted neighborhoods and districts
• Organize and manage phone banking sessions for voter contact and member outreach
• Coordinate volunteer deployment for field operations including canvass blitzes and rapid response actions
• Train volunteers on effective canvassing techniques, messaging, and data collection
• Develop and execute voter registration drives in high-impact areas
• Coordinate Get Out The Vote (GOTV) operations for elections and referendums
• Use data-driven targeting to identify priority precincts, demographics, and voter contact universes
• Track and report field metrics including doors knocked, calls made, voters contacted, and new recruits
• Organize neighborhood listening sessions, town halls, and public forums
• Deploy "grab-and-go" mobilization kits with talking points, flyers, and instructions for urgent actions
• Coordinate with local chapters to support grassroots field operations
• Build relationships with community members to identify local leaders and potential volunteers
• Manage turf assignments and ensure consistent messaging across field teams
• Conduct post-action debriefs and feedback sessions with volunteer teams
• Organize community events including block parties, cultural events, and solidarity actions
• Support union solidarity efforts by mobilizing members for picket lines, strikes, and contract actions

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort talking to strangers in various settings
• Experience with door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, or grassroots organizing (preferred)
• Ability to train and motivate volunteer teams effectively
• Excellent organizational skills for coordinating multiple field operations simultaneously
• Familiarity with voter contact tools and databases (VAN, Action Network, or similar)
• Physical ability to walk neighborhoods for extended periods in various weather conditions
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when voter contact is most effective
• Strong communication skills for explaining Labor Party positions clearly and persuasively
• Ability to handle rejection and difficult conversations with grace and persistence
• Understanding of local geography and community dynamics
• Commitment to the Labor Party's mission of economic justice and workers' rights
• Reliable transportation for traveling between field locations (helpful but not required)
• Bonus: Bilingual language skills; experience with GOTV operations; knowledge of labor organizing tactics

Impact

As a Field Organizer, you'll build the Labor Party's grassroots power through thousands of personal conversations that connect our message to people's lived experiences. By organizing effective field operations, training skilled volunteer teams, and turning out voters for working-class candidates and causes, you'll prove that organized people can overcome organized money—building the face-to-face relationships that transform communities and win elections for economic justice.

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The Legal Support volunteer helps the Labor Party navigate the complex legal landscape of political organizing, providing guidance on entity formation, regulatory compliance, campaign finance law, and operational requirements. You'll ensure chapters meet their legal obligations while maximizing their organizing capacity, working with leadership to establish proper structures, maintain compliance, and address legal questions as they arise.

This role combines legal expertise with political understanding, working closely with chapter founders, treasurers, and leadership teams to build legally sound infrastructure that protects the organization and enables effective advocacy for economic justice.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal entity formation including 501(c)(4), 527, and nonprofit corporation structures
• Guide chapters through incorporation processes including Articles of Incorporation and bylaws adoption
• Provide compliance guidance on federal requirements (IRS Forms 8976, 8871, 8872, 990)
• Advise on state registration, reporting, and disclosure requirements
• Support campaign finance compliance including contribution reporting and expenditure disclosure
• Review and draft governance documents including bylaws, policies, and procedures
• Advise on employment law matters for chapters hiring staff
• Guide financial controls including dual authorization, record retention, and audit procedures
• Provide guidance on political activity regulations and coordination restrictions
• Advise on intellectual property protection for Labor Party branding and materials
• Support contract review for venues, vendors, and partnership agreements
• Guide dispute resolution processes and grievance procedures
• Advise on local compliance including permits for events, rallies, and demonstrations
• Develop compliance calendars and deadline tracking systems for chapters
• Conduct legal research on emerging issues and regulatory changes
• Create plain-language legal guidance materials for non-lawyer organizers
• Connect chapters with pro bono legal resources when specialized counsel is needed

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or law school student with relevant coursework
• Knowledge of nonprofit law, campaign finance law, or election law (experience preferred but not required)
• Familiarity with 501(c)(4), 527, and political committee regulations
• Understanding of IRS compliance requirements for tax-exempt organizations
• Ability to translate complex legal requirements into accessible guidance
• Strong research skills for navigating federal, state, and local regulations
• Attention to detail and commitment to regulatory compliance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding that legal compliance enables rather than restricts organizing
• Ability to balance legal caution with practical organizing needs
• Commitment to the Labor Party's mission of economic justice and workers' rights
• Bonus: Bar admission in relevant state; experience with FEC or state election board filings; nonprofit governance experience

Support Provided

Access to comprehensive legal compliance guides, template documents (Articles of Incorporation, bylaws, policies), compliance calendars, and connection to a network of legal volunteers supporting Labor Party chapters nationwide.

Impact

As Legal Support, you'll build the legal foundation that protects the Labor Party and enables fearless organizing for workers' rights. By ensuring chapters operate in compliance with complex regulations while maintaining their organizing capacity, you'll help transform legal requirements from obstacles into infrastructure—creating sustainable organizations that can fight for economic justice without legal vulnerability or unnecessary risk.

The Policy Researcher conducts in-depth analysis of economic, labor, healthcare, housing, climate, and social justice issues to inform the Labor Party's policy positions and campaigns. You'll investigate successful models from other jurisdictions, analyze proposed legislation, assess fiscal impacts, and translate complex research into accessible materials that empower members, educate the public, and build compelling cases for policy change.

This role combines research skills with political strategy, working closely with the Communications, Organizing, and Legislative Advocacy teams to ensure Labor Party positions are grounded in solid evidence and presented in ways that resonate with working people.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive research on policy issues aligned with Labor Party platform priorities
• Analyze existing legislation, regulations, and policy frameworks at local, state, and federal levels
• Research successful policy models and best practices from other jurisdictions
• Review academic research, expert analysis, and economic data to support policy positions
• Assess fiscal impact and implementation requirements for proposed policies
• Conduct stakeholder analysis identifying affected communities, allies, and opposition forces
• Research voting records, legislator positions, and political feasibility of policy proposals
• Develop policy briefs, fact sheets, and educational materials for members and the public
• Create accessible summaries that translate complex policy into clear, compelling narratives
• Support legislative advocacy campaigns with research on committee processes and decision-makers
• Monitor current policy debates, legislative developments, and emerging issues
• Conduct opposition research and develop counter-arguments to policy opponents
• Collaborate with coalition partners to share research and coordinate policy analysis
• Build research repositories and knowledge management systems for organizational use
• Present research findings to leadership, committees, and membership for strategic planning

Qualifications

• Strong research and analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex information
• Experience with policy analysis, legislative research, or academic research
• Proficiency in finding and evaluating credible sources including academic journals, government data, and policy reports
• Excellent writing skills with ability to make complex topics accessible to general audiences
• Understanding of economic justice, labor policy, healthcare, housing, or related policy areas
• Familiarity with legislative processes and policy development at various government levels
• Knowledge of data analysis and ability to interpret statistical information
• Critical thinking skills to evaluate evidence quality and identify research gaps
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in research and citations
• Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines for campaign needs
• Understanding of how policy connects to real-world impacts on working people
• Commitment to the Labor Party's mission of economic justice and workers' rights
• Bonus: Advanced degree in public policy, economics, political science, or related field; experience with budget analysis or cost-benefit evaluation

Impact

As a Policy Researcher, you'll provide the intellectual foundation for the Labor Party's fight for economic justice. By grounding our positions in solid evidence, identifying winning policy solutions, and making complex research accessible to working people, you'll help transform good ideas into winning campaigns—ensuring that when the Labor Party speaks, we speak with authority, clarity, and the power of truth about what workers need and deserve.

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