Park County Organizer

About the role

This position is based in either Park County, Montana or Billings, Montana and comes with flexible working arrangements. We especially encourage applicants who are based in and prefer to remain in Park County. Individuals based in Park County would be expected to work from our Billings office 1-2 days each month.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead organizer for Yellowstone Bend Citizens Council, Northern Plains’ Livingston-area chapter, and Bear Creek Council, Northern Plains’ Gardiner-area chapter;
• Develop the organizing skills, leadership, and commitment of members and leaders in both of our Park County chapters;
• Work with members and leaders of both chapters to build and execute a strategic campaign on an issue of their choosing;
• Organize public actions and meetings with elected leaders to advance local campaigns and build the chapter’s power;
• Build and maintain your understanding of the power landscape in Livingston, Gardiner, and Park County, and any issues relevant to our chapters’ local campaigns;
• Participate in grassroots fundraising efforts;
• Plan effective meetings and events;
• Communicate clearly, orally and in writing;
• Recruit new members to Northern Plains;
• Uphold our member-led model of grassroots and democratic decision-making.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is motivated by people, community, and making change, and has demonstrated tenacity in the face of challenges or setbacks. This is a highly relational, field-based role - you’ll spend the bulk of your time meeting people, developing leaders, strategizing collectively, and helping turn community concerns into organized action.

Qualifications

• Experience in community organizing, preferably in rural or small-town settings;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse groups of people;
• Experience with grassroots fundraising and event planning;
• Commitment to Northern Plains’ values and mission of building power through grassroots organizing;
• Passion for environmental justice, food sovereignty, and/or community empowerment;
• Experience working with and supporting marginalized communities;
• Ability to travel within Montana as needed.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong organizational and project management skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Experience with social media and digital organizing tools;
• Knowledge of local politics and community dynamics in Park County, Montana.

Benefits

Our team offers a supportive and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. We provide a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $45,000 - $55,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The position is full-time, with flexible working arrangements to accommodate the needs of the role and the community. The exact schedule will be determined based on the needs of the position and the individual’s availability.