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Organizing Director Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

For Our Future Action Fund

$23.34/hr

Regional Organizing Director ABOUT FOR OUR FUTURE Founded in 2016, For Our Future Action Fund and For Our Future run the largest, permanent progressive field program across battleground states. Our ...

Always United LLC

Paid Canvasser

Lansing, MI

$25/hr

The Canvasser position is paid hourly, and will report to the Regional Organizing Director overseeing Always United's field operations in their assigned district. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: ● Knock ...

Always United LLC

Paid Canvasser

Kalamazoo, MI

$25/hr

The Canvasser position is paid hourly, and will report to the Regional Organizing Director overseeing Always United's field operations in their assigned district. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: ● Knock ...

Always United LLC

Paid Canvasser

Warren, MI · On-site

$25/hr

The Canvasser position is paid hourly, and will report to the Regional Organizing Director overseeing Always United's field operations in their assigned district. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: ● Knock ...

Always United LLC

Paid Canvasser

Warren, MI · On-site

$25/hr

The Canvasser position is paid hourly, and will report to the Regional Organizing Director overseeing Always United's field operations in their assigned district. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Knock doors ...

Always United LLC

Paid Canvasser

Warren, MI · On-site

$25/hr

The Canvasser position is paid hourly, and will report to the Regional Organizing Director overseeing Always United's field operations in their assigned district. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: ● Knock ...

Always United LLC

Paid Canvasser

Warren, MI · On-site

$25/hr

The Canvasser position is paid hourly, and will report to the Regional Organizing Director overseeing Always United's field operations in their assigned district. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: ● Knock ...

City of Flint, MI

Transportation Director

Flint, MI · On-site

$44.89 - $49.77/hr

Plans, organizes, coordinates, supervises and evaluates programs, plans, services, staffing ... Ability to guide, direct and motivate employees. * Ability to communicate effectively orally and in ...

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How much do organizing director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for organizing director in Michigan is $152,121.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $220,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an organizing director do?

An Organizing Director leads and coordinates efforts to mobilize people around a cause, campaign, or organization. They develop strategies for outreach, manage organizing staff, and oversee volunteer recruitment and engagement. Their work often includes planning events, building relationships within communities, and ensuring that organizational goals are met through collective action. Organizing Directors play a crucial role in building momentum and ensuring the success of advocacy or political campaigns.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an organizing director?

To thrive as an Organizing Director, you need strong leadership abilities, experience in grassroots organizing, and a background in campaign strategy, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with CRM databases, digital organizing platforms, and data analytics tools is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to motivate and manage diverse teams make someone stand out in this role. These skills ensure effective mobilization, strong team performance, and successful achievement of organizational goals.

How does an organizing director typically collaborate with other departments to achieve campaign goals?

As an Organizing Director, you'll work closely with communications, digital, and field teams to synchronize outreach strategies and ensure consistent messaging. Collaboration often involves regular cross-departmental meetings to align on goals, share data, and coordinate volunteer recruitment or event planning. Building strong relationships with department leads is essential, as you'll frequently need to adapt organizing tactics based on feedback from other teams. This collaborative approach helps maximize campaign impact and fosters a cohesive work environment.

What is the difference between Organizing Director vs Community Organizer?

AspectOrganizing DirectorCommunity Organizer
CredentialsBachelor's degree often required; experience in organizing or advocacyHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience in grassroots organizing
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages campaigns, strategic planningEngages directly with community members, grassroots activities
Industry UsageUsed in nonprofits, political campaigns, advocacy groupsCommon in social justice, community development, activism

The main difference is that an Organizing Director oversees campaign strategies and manages teams, while a Community Organizer works directly with community members to mobilize and educate. The Organizing Director typically has more managerial responsibilities, whereas the Community Organizer focuses on grassroots engagement.

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Infographic showing various Organizing Director job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $152,121 per year, or $73.1 per hour.

Progressive Turnout Project: democracyFIRST Regional Organizing Director - MI

Arena

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

$5.8K/mo

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Democracyfirst Regional Organizing Director - Mi

Location: Grand Rapids, Marshall, Paw Paw, Mi

Salary: $5880 (Monthly)

Employer-sponsored health insurance offered

Managed Paid Staff

Company: Progressive Turnout Project

Department: Organizing

Employment Type: Pac

Minimum Level of Experience: Departmental Staff (a role in a specific department. Ex: Organizer, Finance Assistant, Social Media Manager)

Application Instructions: https://apply.workable.com/turnoutpac/j/7171446D2E/

Job Description

Position Title: democracyFIRST Regional Organizing Director (ROD)

Location: On-site in campaign offices - Grand Rapids, Marshall, Paw Paw

Salary: Biweekly, $2,940

Start Date: July 6, 2026

End Date: November 6, 2026

Position Summary:

democracyFIRST is seeking highly motivated and talented Regional Organizing Directors (ROD) passionate about expanding our work to elect pro-democracy candidates to local positions across Michigan in the fall 2026 cycle. As a ROD, you will play a critical role in expanding our field program to help protect the administration of our elections for the future. This position requires a strong ability to recruit, train, and manage staff and support the overall organizing program across the county you are assigned to. This position reports directly to the National Field Director. Campaign offices will be located in the following cities: Grand Rapids, Marshall, Paw Paw.

Position requires reliable access to transportation, with availability to work weekends and evenings as needed. This position is eligible for benefits, including employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage day to day operations of a canvassing team, managing Organizers and conducting weekly 1:1s.
  • Remain accountable to metric goals set by the National Field Director and broader field plan.
  • Build a strong and supportive team culture.
  • Coach your team towards meeting weekly door knocking and phone call goals set by the National Field Director.
  • Meet own weekly door knocking and phone call goals set by the National Field Director.
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications (You will be a good fit if):

  • At least 1 election cycle (or 1 year) of organizing or managing experiencewhether on political campaigns, in local community organizations, or in a customer service role.
  • Working knowledge of Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Drive)
  • Experience in recruiting, training, and managing staff.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and an eye for detail - can juggle tasks without letting anything fall through the cracks.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
  • Working knowledge of VAN/Votebuilder, Mobilize, and other campaign technology platforms.
  • Flexible, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure.
  • Ability to work independently based on a strategic field plan.
  • Access to reliable transportation.
  • Available to work weekends and evenings during initial phases; weekends and evening work will be required during GOTV phase

Preferred Qualifications (Not required):

  • Experience building attendance for events.
  • Working knowledge of VAN/Votebuilder, Mobilize, and other campaign technology platforms.
  • Familiarity with using social media platforms to recruit volunteers and build for events.

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