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title: 'Recruitment Associate - Wisconsin at For Our Future Action Fund'
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# Recruitment Associate - Wisconsin at For Our Future Action Fund

- **Company:** For Our Future Action Fund
- **Location:** Wisconsin
- **Compensation:** $60k–$66k
- **Employment:** temporary
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-10-13
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-15
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/forourfuturefund/cdab27c2-a7c7-458d-a6eb-654aa433b531

## Job description

Position: Recruitment Associate - Wisconsin Job Location: Madison, WI Position Type: TemporaryFull Time, Exempt Position Classification: Not Union Eligible Compensation: $60,000 - $66,000 per year Position Travel Percentage: 50% Reports to: Deputy Organizing Director - Wisconsin

## About For Our Future

Founded in 2016, For Our Future Action Fund (FOFAF) and For Our Future (FOF) run the largest, permanent progressive field program across key states. Our vision is to expand the progressive infrastructure and advance economic prosperity for all, strong community schools, climate justice, and racial and social justice. Along with community partners and volunteers, we consistently engage people in face-to-face conversations about which issues matter most to them. By organizing people in lasting relationships, we win elections, drive local progress, make a community’s collective voice heard, and help build the transformative power needed to improve people’s lives.

## POSITION CLASSIFICATION

For Our Future recognizes a staff bargaining unit affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) 2304, a labor union. This position is NOT included in the For Our Future bargaining unit.

## About the Role

The Recruitment Associate will develop, and implement effective recruiting strategies to attract  and hire a diverse pool of qualified and capable talent within the state of Wisconsin. This position will work closely with the in-state Deputy Organizing Director and State Director. This position runs through at least November 3, 2026. Essential Functions Recruit new applicants for open canvassing positions across Wisconsin through in-person and online efforts, including travel to other regions of the state when needed. Assist with the interviewing and resume review process. Manage the follow-up with job candidates throughout the hiring process. Maintain and update hiring trackers to reflect the current status of job candidates throughout the hiring process. Update state organizing staff and HQ support staff on the status of new hires on a daily basis. Assist with onboarding of new employees. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

## Skills and Qualifications

Experience in recruitment and hiring processes, ideally within fast-moving campaign environments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation tactics. Ability to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment for a variety of roles. Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment is preferred. Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn applicant-tracking software or other recruitment systems.

## BENEFITS

Health Insurance Coverage - 95% Employer Paid Voluntary life, pet, and identity theft insurance offered Paid parental leave Retirement Savings Plan with matching contributions up to the first 5% $150 Monthly Cell Phone and Internet Reimbursement 13 days paid time off every calendar year, as well as other paid holidays. Expected Hours of Work Normal business hours are from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday; however, employees may be required to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, and nights. Employees are required to abide by certain blackout dates during a campaign cycle or other key deadlines, and generally not allowed to take off during blackout periods. Emergencies are not affected by this policy. Health and Safety For Our Future Action Fund ("FOF") is fully committed to the health and safety of our colleagues, candidates and the communities we serve. We encourage all employees to stay “up to date” with their COVID-19 vaccines and once eligible, to get COVID-19 boosters; however, this is not a requirement for employment at FOF.

All employees are required to adhere to the health and safety policies and procedures, when appropriate as implemented by the organization. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation form by emailing Human Resources at hr@forourfuturefund.org Be advised that health and safety policies and procedures around COVID-19 may change in the future to stay in compliance with public health guidance and applicable laws.

## EEO Statement

For Our Future is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age (40 and over), religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), gender dysphoria, marital or familial status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), creed, caste, national origin, citizenship and immigration status, consumer credit history, physical or mental disability, personal/outward appearance (including, but not limited to, hairstyle), family responsibilities, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), ancestry, matriculation, political affiliation, matriculation, status as a victim of domestic violence, or sexual offenses or stalking, arrest record, conviction record, military or uniformed service member status, or veteran status, or any other characteristic, trait or status protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws or ordinances. Equal opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.

We are also committed to the full inclusion of every qualified individual. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact hr@forourfuturefund.org.

## About For Our Future Action Fund

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: For Our Future Action Fund is a progressive advocacy and voter engagement organization that builds year-round community organizing capacity to elect candidates and advance policies benefiting working families in battleground states.
- **Entity Type**: Private Nonprofit (501(c)(4) advocacy organization and federal super PAC)
- **Headquarters**: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (founded by a coalition including AFSCME, AFT, NEA, and SEIU)

## Core Business
- **Industry**: Political advocacy, community organizing, voter engagement, issue-based campaigning
- **Target Customers**: Progressive donors, labor unions, allied nonprofits, and voters in battleground states (Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Nevada, etc.); operates as a B2B partnership model with national campaigns and grassroots organizations
- **Mission**: To empower people in battleground states and districts to organize their communities, build progressive power, and fight for a government that works for everyone—focusing on shared economic prosperity, public education, social and racial justice, and environmental preservation.

## Products & Services
- **Voter Contact & Canvassing Programs**: Door-to-door and phone/virtual conversations using data-driven targeting to persuade and mobilize voters.
- **Digital & Online Organizing**: Integrated online campaigns that complement field operations, including social media, text messaging, and peer-to-peer outreach.
- **Issue Advocacy & Ballot Initiative Campaigns**: Educating the public on legislation, supporting or opposing ballot measures, and influencing policy outcomes.
- **Community Organizer Training & Capacity Building**: Year-round investment in paid canvassers, volunteer leaders, and local teams to sustain organizing infrastructure between election cycles.
- **Data & Analytics Services**: Testing and analyzing voter data each election cycle to refine strategies and measure impact.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not applicable (nonprofit); **Total Revenue (2024)**: $19,266,098 (up 130% from $8,377,690 in 2023) [causeiq.com](https://www.causeiq.com/organizations/for-our-future-action-fund,812638345/)
- **Key Metric**: Employee count reported as 60 (LinkedIn; -2.3% YoY) vs. 771 in IRS filings (likely including seasonal/temporary field staff) [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/for-our-future)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Guided by a board representing AFSCME, AFT, NEA, and SEIU. Major grants received from America Votes ($6,075,000), AFSCME ($4,000,000), and Unite Here Action Fund ($1,000,000) among others [causeiq.com](https://www.causeiq.com/organizations/for-our-future-action-fund,812638345/)
- **Growth Signals**: Revenue more than doubled from 2023 to 2024; operates year-round programs in multiple battleground states; national campaigns and progressive coalitions turn to them for scalable field capacity.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Year-Round Scalable Model**: Unlike many campaign-only organizations, For Our Future maintains a permanent organizing staff in key states, enabling rapid scaling up during election cycles while preserving community trust and local knowledge in off-years.
- **Data-Driven Methodology**: Each cycle, they test and analyze voter data to refine persuasion and mobilization tactics, allowing them to adapt quickly to shifting political landscapes.
- **Union & Coalition Backing**: Strong institutional support from major labor unions (AFSCME, AFT, NEA, SEIU) provides financial stability, political access, and a built-in volunteer base.
- **Integrated Online + Offline Organizing**: Combines door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, and digital engagement under one unified strategy, reaching voters where they are.

## Strategic Focus
- **Winning the 2026 Elections**: Scaling up integrated online/offline organizing to counter misinformation and cut through the Republican echo chamber in battleground states.
- **Building Long-Term Power**: Expanding community organizer training, deepening local leadership networks, and strengthening year-round capacity in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
- **Advancing Progressive Policy**: Using issue advocacy and ballot measures to push for economic justice, public education funding, climate action, and racial equity.
- **Leveraging Data & AI**: Using AI tools to support hiring and program evaluation, while maintaining human judgment in decision-making [lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/forourfuturefund).

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-Driven Impact**: Employees work directly on campaigns that can shift the national political landscape, with a focus on social, racial, and economic justice.
- **Growth & Learning**: The organization provides hands-on experience in field organizing, data analytics, digital strategy, and campaign management; staff can move into leadership roles quickly.
- **Work Environment**: Work is a mix of field (door-to-door, community events) and office/remote tasks; roles are primarily located in battleground states (WI, MI, PA, NV, OH). Some positions may be remote or hybrid depending on state needs.
- **Culture**: Described as collaborative, fast-paced, and results-oriented; emphasis on real conversations with voters and community empowerment. The organization is openly progressive and values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- **Notable Perks**: For full-time staff, compensation appears competitive for the nonprofit political sector; benefits likely include health insurance, retirement, and paid time off (details not fully disclosed). Short-term election-season roles also available.

## Sources
1. [forourfuturefund.org](https://www.forourfuturefund.org/)
2. [forourfuturefund.org/about](https://www.forourfuturefund.org/about)
3. [jobs.lever.co/forourfuturefund](https://jobs.lever.co/forourfuturefund)
4. [linkedin.com/company/for-our-future](https://linkedin.com/company/for-our-future)
5. [causeiq.com](https://www.causeiq.com/organizations/for-our-future-action-fund,812638345/)

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