JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title
Organizing Director / Trainer
Reports To
Executive Director and President
Location
All DHF Locations / Regional Travel Required
Pay Range
$78,700 – $88,690 annually
Supervisory Responsibility
Direct: Yes | Indirect: Cross-departmental coordination
Under the direction of the Executive Director and President, the Organizing Director/Trainer is responsible for oversight and supervision of Community Organizers while designing and implementing power-building strategies and tactics to support civic engagement work.
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Oversee training of staff, volunteers, and community associates (Vecinos Unidos) in human rights to achieve social justice through organizing.
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Conduct leadership development trainings.
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Supervise DHF Community Organizers in Kern, Fresno, Kings, and Tulare counties.
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Coach organizers to meet objectives aligned with strategic and operational plans.
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Coordinate and facilitate weekly departmental meetings.
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Gather weekly reports from organizers and compile departmental summaries for Executive Director.
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Maintain clear and timely communication with community members, organizers, Executive Director, and President.
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Coordinate and facilitate planning meetings.
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Convey the DHF mission in all professional interactions.
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Participate in DHF fundraising events.
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Oversee timely data entry of community contacts.
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Attend staff and director meetings and submit weekly and monthly reports.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
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Support development and execution of organizing strategies aligned with civic engagement goals.
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Ensure effective coordination between organizing staff and leadership.
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Represent DHF in community meetings, trainings, and events as assigned.
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Ensure accurate record keeping and reporting of organizing activities.
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Oversee data management related to community contacts and campaign tracking.
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BA or BS from a four-year university or commensurate experience.
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3–5 years of training experience.
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Minimum three (3) years of management experience.
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Bilingual in English and Spanish.
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Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
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Strong oral and written communication, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
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Advanced facilitation skills for small and large group meetings.
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Strong commitment to social justice, racial justice, and community empowerment.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet research tools.
This position requires extended periods of sitting, standing, and facilitating meetings; regional travel; attendance at evening and weekend events; and participation in community-based activities.
