Trish Nelson of Blog for Iowa forwarded to me a job listing from Democracy for America. They are hiring “public option field organizers” in 12 states, including Iowa. This is a short-term position but does include health benefits. You can apply here. I’ve posted the full listing after the jump.

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Democracy for America is seeking state level Public Option Field Organizers for an intense three month pressure campaign to pass the public option as part of healthcare reform.

Public Option Field Organizers will be responsible for organizing and leveraging the power of Democracy for America members and other pro-public option advocates, to publicly and privately pressure state Congressional Delegations with specific emphasis on US Senators.

This will be an intense on-the-ground field organizing effort to pass the Public Option. Field Organizers will be responsible for traditional organizing tactics such as volunteer recruitment, member communication, phone-banking, letters-to-the-editor and also implementing innovative and creative organizing tactics.

The ability to “hit the ground running,” solid traditional organizing capabilities, firm knowledge of in-state politics and other political groups, and an intense desire to help pass the Public Option as part of healthcare reform are a must for interested candidates.

You:

• Are ready for an intense three months of grassroots field organizing

• Have the ability to leverage and traditionally organize pro-Public Option advocates from member-based organizations

• Understand the nuances of local politics

• Can speak well to groups and can train activists and volunteers

• Can immediately “hit-the-ground-running”

• Work with coalition partners

• Are a resourceful problem-solver and will not let obstacles slow you down

• Have the ability and flexibility to work long and irregular hours and travel in-state extensively

• Will be a part of Democracy for America’s field team and report to the Field Director

Democracy for America is seeking applicants from: Montana, Iowa, Maine, North Dakota, Florida, Oregon, Virginia, Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana, Georgia, and Arkansas.

These positions will be filled immediately and on a rolling basis. Apply immediately at:

www.DemocracyForAmerica.com/PublicOptionApply

Compensation will be $2,000 – $2,500 per month, plus healthcare. A cell phone, travel allowances and reimbursements will also be included. The positions are scheduled to end no earlier than December 1.

Contact DFA Field Director Adam Quinn at field@democracyforamerica.com or 802-651-3200 with

any questions.

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