CASA & CASA IN ACTION SYNOPSIS:

CASA’s mission is to create a more just society by building power and improving the quality of life in working class and immigrant communities. Our vision is a future where we stand in our own power, our families live free from discrimination and fear, and our diverse communities thrive as we work with our partners to achieve full human rights for all. CASA has a sister organization, CASA in Action, a separate, but related, nonprofit organization that is exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code. Although CASA and CASA in Action share a common goal of supporting immigrants and low-income people in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Virginia, and nationally, they are separate organizations with their own board of directors. A set of employees at the two organizations, including the person filling this position, shares their time between the two organizations. This has no effect on salary or benefits.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Membership Engagement Program coordinator is a member of the department’s central membership team, and plays a primary role in supporting and expanding CASA’s organizing program by activating new and potential members through relational organizing, peer to peer text, and other remote strategies. S/he will support all organizing teams in VA, MD, GA, and PA and nationally. Internally, s/he will support the Membership Engagement Program Manager in developing and implementing innovative strategies for member activation as well as leadership trainings for member leaders and organizers to facilitate a leadership ladder of activists into our membership committees. S/he will also implement digital member communication strategies to support member activation and to bring new members into the leadership development program and the organizing committees.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate monthly new member and peer to peer texting campaigns
• Engage potential new members and allies through implementation of ongoing peer to peer and relational organizing campaigns, in coordination with Membership field manager and Lead organizers
• Provide training and support for member leaders, organizers, and other staff to facilitate their participation in relational organizing and peer to peer texting campaigns
• Track and report on list growth, engagement and activation rates, and support the membership engagement and organizing teams in continually identifying best practices and strategies for increasing engagement.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for trainings and actions
• Support the development, expansion, data tracking and evaluation of the membership program.
• Meet deadlines established by supervisor and in Department and individual work plan.
• Complete quarterly trimester reports.
• Participate actively in the annual planning process, including developing and executing individual work plans, evaluating and providing feedback on plans as the year progresses
• Think creatively about ways to improve further his/her specific job and the organizations.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor related to position.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Valid US Drivers License and a reliable vehicle

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to perform all of the duties outlined above.
• Deep commitment to social change and to growing CASA de Maryland and CASA in Action as membership organizations in which members have decision-making authority.
• Excellent writing and speaking skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication, conflict resolution and negotiation skills. Ability to connect with a wide variety of administrative, organizational, and grassroots leaders.
• Outgoing and highly charismatic personality a must.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work at a fast pace with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple ongoing projects. Position requires strong attention to detail and relentless follow-up.
• Experience working with immigrant or working class communities; commitment to progressive issues
• Skilled with Microsoft Office programs including MS Word, Excel, Power Point and desktop publishing software
• Ability to hold privileged information in a professional and confidential manner.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends. Early morning, late evening, and weekend hours are common.
• At least two years of training, organizing, or election related field experience.
• Familiarity with digital communication and relational organizing tools, including Hustle, Zoom, Impactive, Empower, Every Action/NGP Van, and social media tools.
• Bilingual English and Spanish

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

OSHA: A Policy and Advocacy Specialist is not to handle any human body fluids, biological agents, laboratory chemicals, or be exposed to hazardous materials such as noise, asbestos, or carcinogens.

This is a union position, represented in collective bargaining by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Communication Workers of America, Local WBNG 32035 - Communication Workers of America (CWA). If you are offered and accept this position, you will be invited to become a member of the union. All bargaining unit positions require membership or agency fee payer status.

CASA Inc. and CASA in Action do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender identity , sexual orientation, gender identity , age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, marital status and national origin.

This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

CASA has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy effective June 2, 2021 requiring COVID-19 vaccination(s) for all employees and prospective employees, AmeriCorps members, and paid or non-paid internships. In accordance with CASA's duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, we are adopting this policy to safeguard the health of our employees, AmeriCorps members and interns, and their families, CASA members and visitors, and the community at large from infectious diseases that may be reduced by vaccinations. In making this decision, the executive leadership team reviewed recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, CASA’s Legal Counsel and local health officials. All prospective employees will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or appropriate medical/religious accommodation documentation prior to the first day of employment with CASA. AmeriCorps member candidates will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or appropriate medical/religious accommodation documentation at the time of presenting proof of citizenship and SSN eligibility.