Citizens for Free Enterprise · 3 weeks ago
Grassroots Engagement Director
Citizens for Free Enterprise is focused on educating voters and small business leaders in Omaha, Nebraska about free enterprise and individual liberty. As a Grassroots Engagement Director, you will be responsible for building and managing a field operation, recruiting and training volunteers, and organizing events to promote voter registration and community engagement.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage all grassroots engagement activities within an assigned geographic region
Cultivate relationships with community leaders, grassroots organizations, civic groups, and independent business owners to foster collaboration, coalition-building, and recruitment
Educate and mobilize CFFE members around public policy issues relevant to their communities
Plan and execute grassroots campaigns to support voter registration and Get Out the Vote (GOTV) efforts, including canvassing, phone banking, and registration drives
Recruit, train, and manage field teams
Expand the volunteer base through outreach to civic groups, faith communities, student organizations, and personal networks
Coordinate and lead voter registration efforts at doors, community events, college campuses, and other public venues
Organize local events and educational forums centered on free enterprise and civic engagement themes
Track and meet performance goals for voter registration, outreach, and engagement on a weekly and monthly basis
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of field data and outreach metrics to the Engagement Director
Collaborate with the State Director and fellow Grassroots Engagement Directors across the district to align strategies and share best practices
Maintain full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing grassroots activities
Qualification
Required
1+ years of experience in grassroots organizing, field operations, or community engagement
Demonstrated ability to manage people and motivate volunteers
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and time management abilities
Willingness to work evenings and weekends when needed
Driver's license, car, and ability to travel
Preferred
Familiarity with (Omaha, Bellevue, Papillion, etc.)
Experience with voter registration, canvassing software (like GroundGame, Advantage, i360, Reach), or relational organizing
Commitment to the principles of economic liberty and individual freedom
Benefits
401(k)
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Paid maternity leave
Vision insurance
Mileage reimbursement for field travel
Opportunity to grow into higher-level roles as the organization scales