Grassroots and PAC Manager

Position Purpose

Perform a comprehensive range of functions in relation to Cornerstone advocacy efforts, in coordination with the Executive Director of KSCUA.

Primary responsibilities are focused on two elements:  grassroots outreach with member credit unions and political action committee (PAC) fundraising.

This includes managing and developing grassroots programs to achieve success in both state and federal legislative efforts, as well as development, coordination and tracking of PAC fundraising efforts on state and federal level. Efforts would involve organization of events, making presentations to credit unions, and promoting and supporting advocacy efforts to provide a proactive grassroots and fundraising environment to benefit credit union advocacy efforts, with regular travel throughout the states served by Cornerstone.

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Essential Functions and Basic Duties

• Primary responsibilities include grassroots outreach with member credit unions and political action committee (PAC) fundraising.
• Manage and develop grassroots programs to help fulfill goals in relation to state and federal legislative efforts.
• Coordinate, attend and assist with events and efforts aimed at increasing credit union grassroots participation in coordination with other members of the advocacy team.
• Develop, coordinate and track PAC fundraising efforts for the Kansas political action committees to achieve participation and monetary goals on both the state and federal levels. 
  
• Create reports regarding grassroots and PAC contributions and goals.
  
• Work together with accounting staff to ensure accuracy in PAC contribution tracking for state ethics reports, required notifications, updates and reports for Governmental Affairs Committee and to provide accurate recognition.
• Make presentations to inform, encourage and engage in increased participation by member credit unions in grassroots and PAC fundraising.
• Work with state directors on Project Zip Code and Impact Survey efforts, both supervising and running PZC as needed to assist credit unions and provide PZC information to members of the Advocacy department and legislators, along with similar efforts for Impact Survey.
• Support state and federal legislative and Cornerstone advocacy events and efforts in coordination with the Executive Director of KSCUA.
• Provide content related to advocacy and advocacy events for publication on the Cornerstone website and other Cornerstone communications platform.
• Work together with Advocacy staff on public relations efforts and communications as it relates to grassroots advocacy and political action committee efforts, including digital strategies.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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Qualifications

Education/Certification:  Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience in advocacy. Degree in communications, marketing, or public relations preferred but not required

Required Knowledge:

• General understanding of the election and legislative process at the federal and state level.
• Knowledge of PAC management and fundraising techniques, with experience in these areas preferred.
• Thorough knowledge in communication and promotion techniques, including online/digital strategies.
• Strategic planning skills.
  

Experience Required: One to three years of administrative experience.

Skills/Abilities:

• Professional, well-developed interpersonal and communication skills necessary for interacting with credit union personnel and legislators.
• Strong organizational, prioritization and verbal/written communication skills. Strong presentation skills a must.
• Strong computer and management information system skills are required.
• Proficient at using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and ability to learn Voter Voice and other grassroots outreach/PAC programs.
• The position requires a high level of interpersonal skills with the ability to influence individuals both inside and outside the organization.  A high degree of tact and diplomacy is necessary.

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Travel Activities and Requirements

Incumbent must have flexibility to work/travel (approximately 25%) sometimes on limited notice to Cornerstone's office locations, credit unions or training sessions in and out of state. Occasional after hours work schedules may occur.

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Benefits

We believe that our team members are our greatest asset, and we're committed to creating work environment that supports your personal and professional growth. Here's what you can look forward to as part of our team:

• Comprehensive Health Plans: Your well-being is important to us! Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you feeling your best.
• Generous Time Off: Recharge with our unlimited vacation policy, plus paid holidays, to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Plan your future with our competitive retirement savings options, including employer matching to help you reach your goals faster.

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Disclaimer     

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals.  However, no accommodations will be made which may post serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose hardships on the organization.

This job description is not intended to create an employment contract.  Cornerstone maintains its status as an at-will employer.

Salary : $67,300 - $71,000