Noble Strategic Partners is seeking qualified field staff for a workplace safety and public health coalition client for regional coverage in the following areas:

• North Texas (to be based in Dallas, Collin, Tarrant or Denton counties).
• East Texas (to be based in Smith or Gregg counties).
• Central Texas (to be based in Travis or Williamson counties).
• Greater Houston area (to be based in Montgomery, Fort Bend, Galveston or Harris counties).

The position is available immediately. The initial duration of the position is through June 2011.

If you are interested in this position and meet the qualifications below, please submit your resume and cover letter - including your availability - to the attention of Emily at esongy@noblestrategic.com. Please use "Linked-In Coalition Field Coordinator" as the subject line. Make sure to specify the region for which you are applying. The deadline to submit applications is Friday, August 13, 2010.

COALITION FIELD COORDINATOR

Job Summary:

The Coalition Field Coordinator (CFC) is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the coalition in a given geographic region. A CFC is responsible for identifying, educating and engaging organizations, grass tops leaders, and grass roots activists in support of the coalition's agenda within assigned region.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Develop and foster relationships between coalition and key external audiences.
• Research, customize, implement and manage routine grass tops and grass roots programs within the targeted region.
• Develop strategic plans for region using statewide template.
• Prepare activity reports and perform other administrative duties as needed.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with the grass roots coordinator and the coalition Steering Committee.
• Provide strategic advice and guidance to field team management, and contribute ideas to expand coalition reach and relationships.
• Review materials (e.g., backgrounders, coalition materials fact sheets, newsletters and media materials) for familiarity and understanding of the coalition's message.
• Travel frequently within region and occasional travel to Austin as needs dictate.
• Enhance social media outreach via announcements, events and milestones related to region.
• Organize and implement education and recruitment events within region.
• Coordinate volunteers within region to participate in key events, legislative meetings and other outreach efforts.
• Identify constituents with personal stories related to public health and workplace safety for possible use in media and legislative testimony.
• Identify volunteers to write letters to the editor, make direct phone calls, or write emails and letters to legislators.
• Attend local community events to recruit supporters and promote the coalition's efforts.
• Act as coalition and media spokesperson within region as directed by the media relations team.


Skills/Experience Required:

• A minimum of two years experience in political campaigns, field organizing, grassroots campaigns, coalition building, issues management, public affairs or other relevant experience.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work with diverse individuals and groups.
• Strong relationship building and public speaking skills.
• Ability to adjust to changing circumstances in a positive and timely manner. • Excellent interpersonal, self-starting and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to generate ideas and think creatively with attention to detail and a continuous focus on the broader goals of the coalition.
• Well-developed skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, social media and other Internet-based applications.
• Strong project management, organizational, event planning, coordination and listening skills.
• Ability to manage people in a manner that will enhance the coalition's efforts.
• Ability to work within assigned budgets.
• Remains composed under stress and takes responsibility for delivering on personal and organizational commitments.
• Ability to analyze and integrate information from relevant sources and make appropriate decisions.
• Knowledge about the structure and processes within the Texas Legislature.

Other Recommended/Desired Qualifications:
• BA or BS degree; graduate degree in public administration, political science, communications or other specialty area preferred, but not required.
• Bilingual/Spanish speaking capabilities a plus.
• Campaign and/or legislative staff experience helpful.
• Prior work experience with volunteers preferred, but not required.

The statements shown in each section of this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent guidelines for prior job experience and the typical elements and criteria necessary to perform the job successfully. The employer reserves the right to modify and expand job responsibilities and duties over time.