Managing Director, Communications -- Groundwork Ohio

Posted: July 10, 2024

General Duties:

The Managing Director of Communications (MDC) will lead the development, strategy, and execution of Groundwork Ohio’s communications outreach, including all printed materials, reports and fact sheets, website and digital assets, media outreach, and high-level communication with stakeholders. The MDC will be responsible for the management of the Groundwork Ohio brand reflected in all materials mentioned above and in any supplemental programming, public outreach, and advocacy efforts. The MDC will be a proven and effective strategist, thought leader, and collaborator focused on ensuring our mission, brand, and voice is reflected appropriately statewide. The MDC will raise the organization’s profile in conjunction with all team members through robust and unique external communications.

Job Description.

Requirements:

• A minimum of seven years of leadership experience specializing in communications or marketing.
• A minimum of five years of direct supervisory or management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related area of study; advanced degree is highly preferred.
• Passion for the mission and purpose of Groundwork Ohio and an ability to communicate this passion to others.

Job Description.

Pay Range: $100,000 - $135,000 annually

How to Apply:

To apply, send a cover letter and resume with the subject line of Managing Director, Communications Role to info@groundworkohio.org.

Groundwork Ohio -- Executive Assistant & Office Manager

Posted: July 10, 2024

General Duties:

Groundwork Ohio is the statewide, nonpartisan, policy and advocacy organization committed to championing high-quality early learning and healthy development strategies from the prenatal period to age five, that lay a strong foundation for Ohio kids, families, and communities. Groundwork advances early childhood systems in Ohio by engaging, educating, and mobilizing diverse stakeholders and strategic partners to promote data-driven and evidence-based early childhood policies. The Executive Assistant & Manager will support Groundwork’s statewide effort so that every child has the best chance for lifelong success.

Full Description.

Requirements:

Required education & experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 5 years of administrative experience
• Experience using databases to manage information

Preferred qualifications, education & experience:

• Experience working in an early childhood or non-profit organization
• Experience supporting a Senior Executive/Leader

Full Description.

Pay Range: $45,000 - $75,000 annually

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit Resume and Cover Letter to Lynanne Gutierrez at lgutierrez@groundworkohio.org with the email subject “Executive Assistant & Office Manager Application."

Digital Media Coordinator -- Groundwork Ohio

Posted: July 10, 2024

General Duties:

The Digital Media Coordinator will support our advocacy and communications outreach through the design, activation, and management of our online presence through social media, digital communications, and database management. The Digital Media Coordinator should acquire and retain key audiences through digital channels, primarily social media platforms, that result in a loyal and active audience passionate about advocacy for young children in Ohio.

Full Description.

Requirements:

• 2-to-4 years of experience focused on communications, social media engagement, or community management;
• Experience working in areas such as advocacy work, political campaigns, outreach, public education, community organizing and communications;
• Bachelor’s degree in a related area of study.

Full Description.

Pay Range: $45,000 - $75,000

How to Apply:

To apply, send a cover letter and resume with the subject line of Digital Media Coordinator Role, to info@groundworkohio.org.

Legislative Services Consultant -- Ohio School Boards Association

Posted: June 28, 2024

General Duties:

Represent the association as a legislative liaison before the Ohio General Assembly, the US Congress and the State Board of Education and provide direct services, consultation and training on legislative matters to members of the association.

Essential Functions:

1. Participate in development of goals and implementation of strategic plan
2. Maintain close communication and effective working relationships with other divisions
3. Advise and consult with board members and administrators
4. Assist division director with budget and other matters affecting division activities
5. Plan, monitor and evaluate division activities to ensure their continuing effectiveness and responsiveness to constituents’ needs

Full Description.

Requirements:

1. College degree in political science, education, public administration or related field
2. Valid driver’s license
3. Alternatives to the above qualification(s) as the chief executive officer may find appropriate and acceptable
4. Experience in and around the Ohio Statehouse

Full Description.

Pay Range: $70,000-$80,000 annually

How to Apply:

Apply online.

Director MHAC Columbus -- The Centers

Posted: June 27, 2024

General Duties:

The State Program and Policy Director directs advocacy activities at the state level and is responsible for providing highly confidential policy, education, program, and administrative support for the Mental Health & Addiction Advocacy Coalition (MHAC).

• Develops, coordinates, implements, manages, and supports the MHAC’s policy agenda.
• Supports the implementation of the MHAC’s signature policy initiatives and events.
• Leads and supports specific policy projects, campaigns, and goals, including managing and contributing to project planning and strategy and ensuring execution of deliverables.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a social science, health-related, or public administration field plus at least three years of experience in a similar or related position. Master’s degree preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of state legislative and/or executive policy making processes.
• Experience in health, Medicaid, behavioral health, and/or related fields a plus.

Pay Range: $54,000 - $72,000 annually

How to Apply:

Apply online.

Legislative Services Consultant -- Ohio School Boards Association

Posted: June 26, 2024

General Duties:

Represent the association as a legislative liaison before the Ohio General Assembly, the US Congress and the State Board of Education and provide direct services, consultation and training on legislative matters to members of the association.

Essential Functions:

1. participate in development of goals and implementation of strategic plan
2. maintain close communication and effective working relationships with other divisions
3. advise and consult with board members and administrators
4. assist division director with budget and other matters affecting division activities
5. plan, monitor and evaluate division activities to ensure their continuing effectiveness and responsiveness to constituents’ needs

Full description.

Requirements:

1. college degree in political science, education, public administration or related field
2. valid driver’s license
3. alternatives to the above qualification(s) as the chief executive officer may find appropriate and acceptable
4. experience in and around the Ohio Statehouse

Full description.

Pay Range: $70,000-$80,000

How to Apply:

Apply online.

Director of Economic Development and Planning -- Franklin County Board of Commissioners

Posted: June 21, 2024

General Duties:

The Franklin County Board of Commissioners seeks a dynamic and innovative Director to lead the Franklin County Economic Development and Planning agency.

This position will provide visionary leadership of Franklin County’s economic development planning landscape, guiding the development and execution of strategic plans to advance the mission and objectives of the Board of Commissioners. The Director position serves as subject matter expert on behalf of the Board of Commissioners and County Administration in all matters pertaining to economic development and planning. The position reports to and collaborates with County Administration to set strategic goals, establish policies and programs, and effectively allocate resources. The position provides advanced leadership skills to direct agency staff and cultivate a healthy and productive culture and climate consistent with the priorities of the Board of Commissioners, including their commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Full Description.

Requirements:

• Any equivalent combination of relevant training and experience, including but not limited to a Master’s degree in business, public administration, public policy, planning, economics, architecture, or related field with seven (7) years of development, planning, land use, or other related experience.
• In-depth knowledge and operational ability to provide effective oversight of U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requirements and national directives.
• In-depth experience in local, state, and federal grantmaking, monitoring, compliance, reporting and establishing protocols to support overall agency compliance.

Full Description.

Pay Range: $59.51 - $70.44 per hour

How to Apply:

Apply online.

Grassroots Engagement Director – The LIBRE Initiative -- Americans for Prosperity

Posted: June 20, 2024

General Duties:

Rooted in the Hispanic community, The LIBRE Initiative brings people together to advance public policy solutions that create the freedom and opportunity that people need to chase their American Dream.  LIBRE empowers our communities by fixing our broken immigration system, encouraging affordable and flexible healthcare options, building an individualized education system, and promoting a robust economy that helps everyone succeed. The LIBRE Initiative is a part of Americans For Prosperity.

The LIBRE Initiative is looking for a passionate advocate for liberty to be our next Grassroots Engagement Director in Ohio. You will identify, recruit, and lead volunteers in voter-contact activity as our activist base holds our elected officials accountable.

You Will:

• Build and lead a community of volunteers who will engage in multiple voter-contact activities including phone banking, door-to-door canvassing, and online activism
• Work with community leaders to educate the public on critical policy issues and legislation.
• Be the brand ambassador and local face for the LIBRE Initiative in your community.
• Plan, promote, and execute large public facing events.
• Input data and utilize multiple data management systems including i360.

Requirements:

You Will Need:

• A deep belief in people-empowering, bottom-up, public policy solutions that limit the coercive nature of government and empower individuals to pursue their American Dream
•  Leadership skills! We need someone with strong people skills and humility to embrace our growth-focused culture
• Comfort and confidence working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment independent of direct supervision or direction. We need a go-getter who can figure out how to overcome new and unique challenges!
• The ability to travel at least 25% of the time and a valid driver’s license.
• To be fluent in Spanish and English and also have a deep knowledge base on the issues facing the Latino communities of Ohio.

Stand Out Candidates Will Also Have:

• Knowledge of the political, economic, and legislative landscape of Ohio.
• A background in grassroots activism, political lobbying, canvassing, or campaign work
• Experience managing and developing engaging social media

How to Apply:

We believe that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of color,?race, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy (including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Apply online.

Grassroots Engagement Director - Concerned Veterans for America -- Americans for Prosperity

Posted: June 20, 2024

General Duties:

Do you value what you learned as a military veteran or being a member of a military family? Do you miss serving a higher calling than serving yourself? Do you think that America could benefit from your knowledge, values, and skills? Are you frustrated that government at all levels cannot seem to get anything done?

Americans share your frustration and look to the values of serving a higher purpose that veterans and military family members like you can bring to the table. Veterans and their families are among the most respected community members in our society. Even if you have never served, but share these values, you can help to bring people in Ohio together to solve problems and get lawmakers to take action. If these questions ignite passion for you and you are ready to activate by mobilizing people to advance a cause that will change your community, your state and your country, apply today to a be a Concerned Veterans for America Grassroots Engagement Director in Ohio! 

The Grassroots Engagement Director will identify, recruit, and engage like-minded individuals, especially among the veteran communities, mobilize them to take action, and drive policy reform that opens opportunities for all. America should stand for equal opportunity, freedom and liberty, and ever-increasing prosperity for every citizen. 

Full Description.

Requirements:

Knowledge and Skills You Bring to the Organization

• You're able to build relationships quickly with people from all walks of life and understand how to inspire and motivate others
• You have knowledge of state and federal public policy landscapes  
• You can think of new ways to achieve our goals towards better public policy and develop the detailed plans to get us there
• You have a valid driver’s license 
• You are ready and willing to canvass neighborhoods and make phone calls for AFP priority initiatives and endorsed candidates, as well as motivate and coordinate volunteers to do the same

Standout Candidates May Also Bring:

• Experience in grassroots advocacy and/or community organizing 
• Experience in political campaigns
• You have veteran status

Full Description.

How to Apply:

We believe that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of color,?race, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy (including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Apply online.

Grassroots Engagement Director -- Americans for Prosperity

Posted: June 20, 2024

General Duties:

Americans For Prosperity - Ohio is looking for a passionate advocate for liberty to be our next Grassroots Engagement Director. You will identify, recruit, and lead volunteers in voter-contact activity as our activist base holds our elected officials accountable in Ohio.

You Will:

• Build and lead a community of volunteers who will engage in multiple voter-contact activities including phone banking, door-to-door canvassing, and online activism
• Work with community leaders to educate the public on critical policy issues and legislation.
• Be the brand ambassador and local face for the AFP in your community.
• Plan, promote, and execute large public facing events.
• Manage complex grassroots projects with multiple stake holders, partners, and vendors
• Support your activist teams with on-going training, resources, and mentorship 

Full description.

Requirements:

You Will Need:

• A deep belief in people-empowering, bottom-up, public policy solutions that limit the coercive nature of government and empower individuals to pursue their American Dream
• Leadership skills! We need someone with strong people skills and humility to embrace our growth-focused culture
• Comfort and confidence working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment independent of direct supervision or direction. We need a go-getter who can figure out how to overcome new and unique challenges!
• The ability to travel at least 25% of the time and a valid driver’s license. 

Stand Out Candidates Will Also Have:

• Knowledge of the political, economic, and legislative landscape of Ohio
• A background in grassroots activism, political lobbying, canvassing, campaign work, customer service roles or sales 
• Experience managing and developing engaging social media
• Digital design experience and knowledge of Canva is a plus! 

Full description.

How to Apply:

We believe that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of color,?race, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy (including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Apply online.

Senior Director of Government Relations -- LifeWise

Posted: June 17, 2024

General Duties:

We are looking for a gospel-centered, results-driven and detail-oriented Government Relations Director to join our team. This is a national position responsible for managing the legislative, legal affairs, grassroot efforts and strategic partnership opportunities for LifeWise Academy. This includes staying current on existing and proposed legislation, meeting with local, state, and federal government officials and managing lobbying efforts and strategic partnership opportunities.

Full Description.

Requirements:

•  A mature personal Christian faith consistent with the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith
• 5+ years in a government relations leadership position or other related field (preferred)
• Ability to travel regionally with occasional overnight stay (required)
• Experience working with local, state and federal government officials and offices

Full Description.

Pay Range: $80,000 - $100,000 annually

How to Apply:

Apply online: https://lifewisesupport.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1154936-327798.html