Senior Youth Organizing Associate - Saint Paul, MN

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nDescription

nPlanned Parenthood North Central States

nMinnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota

nSenior Youth Organizing Associate - Saint Paul, MN

nPay: The anticipated salary range for this position is $20.60-$26 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant work experience, the skills required for the role, internal equity, market competitiveness, and budget considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive pay for all employees

nSchedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week

nShift times: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm. Occasional evenings and weekends required for events.

nLocation: Hybrid - remote and approximately 50% of time at 671 Vandalia Street, Saint Paul, MN 55114

nJob type: Hourly/Non-exempt

nTravel: Regular travel in Twin Cities metro area for organizing activities. Infrequent travel to greater Minnesota.

nUnion Membership: This position is represented by SEIU.

nQuestions? Contact

nJob Summary:

nUnder the supervision of the Organizing Manager, the Senior Youth Organizing Associate has the responsibility for building a network of young activists and leaders (ages 16-35) for the organization. The Senior Youth Organizing Associate is responsible for developing young leaders, organizing youth to take action on issues of reproductive health and freedom, and developing and delivering youth-oriented programming and grassroots actions to encourage young people to vote. The Senior Youth Organizing Associate develops and executes the plan to further the programmatic goals of Planned Parenthood North Central States and the Planned Parenthood Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota Action Fund. Senior Youth Organizing Associates are advocates in implementing our mission of "advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all". They may perform other related duties as assigned.

nBenefits and Perks:

nWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

nMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance with equity-based premium tiers

nFree, virtual primary care for all employees enrolled in a medical plan:

nNICE HEALTHCARE. A free, virtual primary care for entire household (in-home available for qualifying locations). Services include: 80 free labs, free x-rays, and physical tests, live, virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications and more!

nHealthiestYou - Virtual Care for employees outside of NICE Healthcare's network.

nProximal Health - Helps members access high quality, cost-effective, providers for certain services and offers $1,500 tax free benefit when members choose a designated provider for eligible services

nEmployee Assistance Program

nContinued Education Reimbursement: up to $500 per year & 2 paid CEU days.

nFlex Spending Account

nLife Insurance

nEligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

nPaid time off: PTO starting at .05769 accrual rate per hour worked.

n8 hours volunteer paid time off annually.

n8 paid federal holidays & 2 paid floating holidays.

n403(b) retirement fund

n8 weeks Paid Parental Leave

nPet Insurance

nBereavement Leave

nEarned Extended Leave

nFree subscription to Headspace App

nTime off to vote.

nEmployee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.

nWe also offer:

nStart date flexibility.

nTravel reimbursement.

nMinimum Qualifications:

nThree years experience in a professional setting where the bulk of your role was issue or legislative advocacy, grassroots community organizing, and/or political campaigns.

nUnderstanding of intersectional nature of social justice and equity interpersonally and systemically, including a commitment to fighting for racial justice and advocacy

nValid driver's license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.

nYour Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

nOrganize and develop young activists and leaders, with the goal of engaging, activating and training youth activists

nImplement youth outreach, organizing, and voter engagement plans

nDevelop and execute advocacy and electoral strategies and programming for youth

nDevelop relationships with volunteers, community leaders and partner organizations

nRecruit and grow youth volunteer capacity on college campuses

nEnsure organizing, base building, advocacy, and electoral goals are met

nBuild a program that centers equity, racial justice, and intersectionality

nEnsure data and reporting requirements are met

nLeadership Development:

nIdentify and train new youth supporters and volunteers

nDevelop new and grow existing youth organizing chapters on college campuses

nWork with Teen Councils, education and advocacy program participants, and college students to develop their leadership and engagement with advocacy and electoral campaigns

nFoster leadership opportunities for youth that create opportunities for responsibility, skill development, and ownership of work

nCo-create goals and tactics with youth leaders aimed at engaging youth to take action

nEnsure youth leaders reach their advocacy and electoral goals

nEngage young people in the legislative session, including youth lobby day.

nGrassroots Advocacy and Organizing:

nAssist in creation and development of grassroots, youth-oriented campaign plans that support PPNCS and PPMNSAF's programmatic goals.

nEngage youth in both in-person and virtual grassroots organizing activities, including but not limited to 1:1 meetings, phone banking, canvassing, events, and online advocacy.

nEngage local colleges and educate campus leaders around the issues of reproductive freedom

nEngage youth volunteers and supporters in advocacy and electoral initiatives. This may include:

nIssue education

nLegislative engagement

nCandidate education

nVoter engagement and turnout

nAccurately record data to track your work and meet reporting requirements.

nMobilization:

nCreate and participate in opportunities to expand our reach, meet new potential youth supporters, and generate new youth leaders

nServe as a representative of Planned Parenthood organizations at youth table meetings

nCreate opportunities for youth activists and supporters to take action in support of reproductive health and freedom

nCreate events and activities that excite supporters and inspire civic and electoral participation

nAbout Us:

nAt PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. That's why we protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of people and families with empathy, care, and respect. We are looking for passionate, dedicated staff who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission. To learn more: Our Mission.

nWhen you work for Planned Parenthood, you make a difference in the lives of those we serve by affirming the human right to reproductive health and freedom.

nPlanned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Planned Parenthood is dedicated to an equitable and inclusive work environment and encourages all interested candidates to apply regardless of initial skill set.

nAny job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation.

nThis position is included in the SEIU bargaining unit, and depending on state law, requires union dues be deducted from employee paychecks in an amount up to 2.25% of gross pay.

nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

nFor further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

nEqual Employment Opportunity

nMinimum Education Required

nHigh School Diploma or Equivalent

nMinimum Experience Required

n3 - 20 years

nShift

nFirst (Day)

nNumber of Openings

n1

nPublic Transportation Accessible

nYes

nVeterans Encouraged to Apply

nNo

nPhysical Required

nYes

nDrug Test Required

nYes

nCompensation

n$11.41 / Hourly

nPostal Code

n55114

nJob Type

nFull Time

nPlace of Work

nOn-site

nRequisition ID

nSENIO

nJob Benefits

nNot specified

Worksite address

st paul, MN, 55130, US

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