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# Election Protection Organizer, New York (temporary) at Common Cause

- **Company:** Common Cause
- **Location:** New York, NY
- **Compensation:** $66k–$83k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-08-24
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/commoncause/159c5276-cd84-4c34-afe8-e6b83d4909c2

## Job description

We are looking for a collaborative and energetic Election Protection Organizer to join the New York team. This is a key role supporting our work to grow and diversify our audience and volunteer base as we work to engage millions more in our fight to protect and strengthen democracy in advance of this significant upcoming election.

This role is at the intersection of community and democracy. You will work with various communities across the state to expand our growing membership base through recruitment efforts and by engaging members in our Election Protection programming. You will also support our comprehensive Election Protection training and serve as a first point of contact for volunteers and members.

This is a full-time, temporary role reporting to the Organizing Manager, New York; this role is based in Metro New York City, including Long Island and/or Hudson Valley, with an expectation to come into our Manhattan office and/or travel around New York City and its suburbs, including Long Island and /or the Hudson Valley at least 3 days per week (up to daily travel during peak times). This role will start on September 16, 2026 and will end December 15, 2026.

## Responsibilities

Engage members in our Election Protection efforts Support recruitment and trainings for members and volunteers to serve as volunteers for election administration advocacy, early voting, election day, and post-election activities, and support recruitment and engagement in activities after Election Protection. Assist in developing and leading engaging Election Protection trainings for members, volunteers, and community partners Participate in engaging, nonpartisan education and outreach activities to expand awareness of our work Engage in state and/or multi-state campaigns and mobilizations to defend voting rights Assist in developing and disseminating Election Protection-related educational resources and toolkits using traditional (print, tv, etc.) and digital communication platforms Support the implementation of systems to manage Common Cause members and volunteers for early voting and election day, including sign-up and placement of volunteers, calling volunteers to engage or re-engage them, etc. Support collection and reporting of data and information from voters, volunteers, partners, election officials, and other sources. Share Election Protection educational materials to our social media pages to engage members and share accurate information about elections

Build and maintain relationships with community partners and elected officials Act as a representative of Common Cause in various coalitions Monitor and engage with Boards of Elections and local election officials across counties to discuss voter access and election administration during early voting, election day, and post election Build relationships with key stakeholders and host community meetings to understand current barriers to voter participation

Administrative and other duties Complete administrative tasks as needed Perform other duties as assigned

You will thrive in this role if you have:

- A strong commitment to Common Cause’s nonpartisan mission and to advancing civil rights through our pro-democracy agenda
- A commitment to equity in the goals of your work and in how you work with others
- Openness to feedback and awareness of your own strengths and areas for growth
- Ability to build relationships and credibility with multiple stakeholders with diverse interests, and a track record of working collaboratively with others
- Interest in public advocacy campaigns and mobilization efforts
- Interest in democracy issues, including voting rights, redistricting, campaign finance reform, disinformation, ethics, etc., with a demonstrated interest in the unique aspects of New York’s political dynamic - and it is a plus if you are familiar with organizations on Long Island or in the Hudson Valley
- Ability to meet deadlines for multiple projects at once, with attention to detail, and a resourceful approach to solving problems
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Familiarity with office productivity tools including Microsoft Office, Slack, and Zoom

The following is required:

- Ideally, you have experience supporting the growth of membership bases and/or have worked on an issue-based or political campaign
- Ability to travel 1-2 times per year for team and/or all staff retreats
- Ability to work in-person in the state office or at various locations around the state at least 3 days per week, and up to daily during the peak of our season
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
- Access to a vehicle to transport election materials is helpful but not required (miles driven on official business in your personal vehicle will be reimbursed at the federal mileage rate)
- Willing to have a social media presence on behalf of Common Cause, including being tagged on posts and creating content on behalf of the organization (as needed, Common Cause may provide accounts for staff members to use)
- Per our nonpartisan policy, Common Cause staff members may not currently be in elected office (or running for office); on the Steering Committee or Finance Committee for any political candidate; or affiliated with the leadership of a political party

Additional information about this role:

- This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit
- Common Cause is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time; please note that if hired, you will be asked to produce documentation for authorization to work in the US

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create an open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has members and supporters living in every congressional district in the United States, and offices in 23 states around the country.

## About Common Cause

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Common Cause is a nonpartisan, grassroots nonprofit organization that advocates for democracy reforms, including voting rights, campaign finance limits, and government accountability, through public education, litigation, and legislative action.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Nonprofit 501(c)(3)/(c)(4))
- **Headquarters**: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
- **Founded**: 1970
- **Founders**: John Gardner

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Non-profit organizations / Democracy & Government Reform
- **Target customers**: General public, activists, policymakers, and communities across the United States (B2C and B2G)
- **Mission**: “To uphold the core values of American democracy—creating open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promoting equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empowering all people to make their voices heard in the political process.” [commoncause.org](https://www.commoncause.org/about-us/)

## Products & Services
Common Cause operates as an advocacy and service organization rather than a product company. Its major offerings include:
- **Advocacy Campaigns**: Grassroots mobilization and lobbying at federal, state, and local levels to pass pro-democracy legislation (e.g., voting rights, ethics reforms).
- **Litigation**: Legal action in courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, on issues such as fair redistricting, campaign finance, and government transparency.
- **Election Protection**: Recruiting and training volunteers to monitor polling places and assist voters on Election Day.
- **Research & Public Education**: Producing reports, policy analyses, and educational campaigns (via the Common Cause Education Fund) to inform the public and decision-makers.
- **State & Local Offices**: On-the-ground teams in over 25 states that tailor national strategies to local needs.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not applicable (nonprofit)
- **Key Metric – Annual Revenue**: $7.6 million (most recent data) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/common-cause)
- **Key Metric – Total Funding**: Not applicable; funded through donations and grants (not disclosed)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Not applicable; key partners include elected officials from both parties, coalition partners in democracy reform, and a network of 1.5 million supporters.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - 156 employees (+5.5% year-over-year, +13 people) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/common-cause)
  - 1.5 million supporters nationwide [commoncause.org](https://www.commoncause.org/about-us/)
  - Active offices in 25+ states
  - LinkedIn followers: 14,015 (monthly growth +1.9%, yearly +35.8%)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Nonpartisan credibility**: Works across the political spectrum, building trust and enabling bipartisan wins.
- **Deep historical track record**: Founded in 1970, Common Cause has played a role in landmark achievements such as lowering the voting age to 18, banning “soft money” in campaigns, and creating the Office of Congressional Ethics.
- **Grassroots power**: 1.5 million members and supporters provide a massive, distributed network for rapid mobilization.
- **Legal and policy expertise**: In-house litigation and policy teams with a history of impactful Supreme Court and state-level cases.
- **State-level infrastructure**: Over 25 state offices with on-the-ground specialists who understand local dynamics.

## Strategic Focus
- **Defending the right to vote**: Fighting voter suppression and expanding access to the ballot.
- **Limiting big money in politics**: Advocating for campaign finance reform and transparency.
- **Holding officials accountable**: Pushing for stronger ethics rules, anti-corruption measures, and fair redistricting.
- **Racial equity and inclusion**: Embedding equity across all programs and internal operations, with a stated commitment to “a truly representative and inclusive government.” [commoncause.org](https://www.commoncause.org/about-us/)

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-driven environment**: Direct impact on strengthening democracy at every level of government.
- **Comprehensive benefits** (from [commoncause.org](https://www.commoncause.org/our-benefits/)):
  - 97% of employee medical premiums covered (100% vision/dental); 75% family coverage.
  - 401(k) with employer match.
  - Generous PTO: up to 20 days vacation, 3 personal/floating days, plus all major holidays (up to 35 days off annually including holidays).
  - 16 weeks paid parental leave for new parents (plus up to 16 weeks unpaid medical/family leave).
  - $1,000 professional development stipend per fiscal year.
  - $1,000 child/petcare stipend annually for work-related travel.
  - $100/month internet stipend for remote work.
  - Birthday gift from SugarWish.
- **Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)**: Five active ERGs – Advocates for Disability & Neurodiversity Awareness (ADNA), Black ERG, Latine ERG, LGBTQIA+ ERG, and North African, Middle Eastern, Asian/Pacific Islander, Desi (NOMADs) ERG. [commoncause.org](https://www.commoncause.org/careers/)
- **Remote/hybrid policy**: Remote-friendly with a monthly internet stipend and WFH support; headquarters in Washington, DC with offices nationwide.
- **Culture**: Rated 3.8/5.0 on LinkedIn (47 reviews); work-life balance 3.4, compensation 3.5, career opportunities 3.0. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/common-cause)

## Sources
1. [Common Cause Careers Page](https://www.commoncause.org/about-us/careers/)
2. [Common Cause Benefits Page](https://www.commoncause.org/our-benefits/)
3. [Common Cause About Page](https://www.commoncause.org/about-us/)
4. [Common Cause Homepage](https://www.commoncause.org/)
5. [Common Cause LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/common-cause)

## Other roles at Common Cause

- [Legislative Director, CA](https://feeny.ai/job/legislative-director-ca-common-cause-sacramento-z35zy2bsnh0r) — Sacramento, CA