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SEIU Local 521

Political Organizer

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$200K/yr

COMMUNITY POLITICAL ORGANIZER SEIU Local 521 was founded in 2007 when 5 local unions came together ... Organize community forums, petitions and press conferences in support of strategic campaigns.

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As of Jul 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for political petition in the United States is $22.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Political Petition Organizer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Political Petition Organizer, you need strong organizational skills, an understanding of the political process, and experience with grassroots advocacy, often supported by a background in political science or public policy. Familiarity with digital petition platforms, voter databases, and social media outreach tools is typically required. Exceptional communication, persuasion, and leadership abilities help mobilize supporters and build coalitions. These skills are crucial for effectively driving public engagement and achieving petition goals in a competitive political environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Political Petition Coordinators, and how can they effectively address them?

Political Petition Coordinators often face challenges such as meeting signature collection deadlines, ensuring signature validity, and motivating volunteers. Navigating public skepticism and adhering to legal requirements can also be demanding. To overcome these obstacles, coordinators should provide thorough training to their teams, use organized tracking systems, and foster strong communication among volunteers. Building community trust and staying updated on relevant regulations are also crucial for successful petition campaigns.

What is the difference between Political Petition vs Campaign Organizer?

AspectPolitical PetitionCampaign Organizer
Required CredentialsOften no formal credentials, but familiarity with advocacy laws helpsTypically requires experience in campaign management or political science
Work EnvironmentNonprofit, advocacy groups, online platformsPolitical campaigns, nonprofit organizations, event planning
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by advocacy groups and citizens to influence policyEmployed by political campaigns and organizations to coordinate efforts
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding advocacy methods and legal processesLearning about campaign management and political strategy

While both roles are involved in political activities, a Political Petition focuses on gathering signatures to influence policy, often through advocacy groups. A Campaign Organizer manages the overall strategy and logistics of political campaigns. The two roles differ in scope, credentials, and work environment but are interconnected within the political landscape.

What are political petitions?

Political petitions are formal requests signed by individuals and submitted to government officials or organizations to express support for or opposition to a specific political issue, policy, or action. They are commonly used as a grassroots tool to demonstrate public opinion and encourage change or action from elected representatives. Petitions can address local, state, or national issues and are often part of campaigns seeking legislative changes, public awareness, or community mobilization. The process typically involves collecting signatures from supporters and submitting the petition to the targeted authority for consideration.
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Dual Enrollment (Political Science)

Dual Enrollment (Political Science)

Mt. San Jacinto College

CA • On-site

Part-time

Posted yesterday

Job description

Salary: $0.00 Hourly
Location : District Wide (multiple campuses), CA
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 00947
Department: Political Science
Division: Instruction
Opening Date: 06/20/2017
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Level: 1
Salary Schedule Range (From Step - To): 1
Weekly Hours: Varies (TBD)
Daily Work Schedule (Start - Stop): Varies (TBD)
Contract Length: 10 months
Occupational Group: F Faculty
Position Type: A Non Regular Faculty (Facl or Non T Facl)
Categorically Funded: No
# of Positions: 15
JOB SUMMARY
ABOUT DUAL ENROLLMENT
Mt. San Jacinto Community College District welcomes applications on an on-going basis for Dual Enrollment positions. We invite candidates to join the Dual Enrollment (Political Science) pool. Applications meeting the minimum qualifications will be stored electronically for six (6) months following verification. Qualified applications will be referred to deans and department chairs, who will contact candidates for interviews as needs arise.
Dual Enrollment applicants must be actively teaching at a Partnering School District
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements and duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.
  • Provide instruction that includes lecture and/or laboratory classes in assigned course
  • Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, attendance and participation requirements in a course syllabus
  • Effectively teach and communicate with students of diverse backgrounds
  • Advise students on academic and career matters
  • Maintain necessary attendance, scholastic and student records, and submit them according to published guidelines
  • Prepare and grade class assignments and evaluations according to course syllabus
  • Maintain currency in field
  • Develop, maintain and evaluate curriculum
  • Develop, maintain and review course specific and program level student learning outcomes
  • Promote student success through the scholarship of teaching and learning

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
Applicants must upload only the documents listed below. Additional attachments will not be accepted and may result in the application being deemed incomplete or not considered for review.
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Transcripts, including a foreign transcript evaluation report (if applicable)
  • Cover Letter
  • (Optional) Petition for Equivalence
  • (Optional) Additional Transcripts

***The degree(s) listed on your conferred transcript(s) must precisely align with the degree titles specified in the and as outlined below. If the degree title on your transcript varies from the specified title, your application will be considered as not meeting the minimum qualifications. In such cases, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a Petition for Equivalence. For more information and access to the petition form, please visit the webpage***
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  1. A Master's degree in political science, government, or international relations; OR
  2. A Bachelor's degree in political science, government, or international relations AND a Master's degree in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, any ethnic studies, JD, or LL.B.; OR
  3. The Equivalent
***To ensure a fair and compliant screening process, application materials must only include minimal personal information. Application materials must not include your date of birth, Social Security number, photographs, URLs, QR codes, LinkedIn profiles, or any other embedded links directing to personal information or external websites. The only exception applies to transcript documents where certain information may appear by default. Application submissions containing any of the above items will be marked as incomplete and will not be considered***
ACADEMIC EQUIVALENCY
Minimum qualifications for Faculty and Administrators for California Community Colleges are established by the Chancellor's Office. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications to teach in a desired discipline but feel that they possess the equivalent of qualifications, may attach an Application for Equivalence. Applicants who claim equivalent qualifications shall provide conclusive evidence that they possess qualifications that are at least equivalent to those required by the minimum qualifications. The conclusive evidence must be as clear and reliable as college transcripts.
Applicants may view the Chancellor's Office minimum qualifications, and Academic Equivalency related forms and policies by viewing the Academic Equivalency link on the Human Resources web page.
Please note, submission of a Petition for Equivalence with an application packet does not guarantee approval or advancement through a recruitment process. The Board of Trustees assures that all employees and applicants for employment will be provided equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, or veteran status.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Work is generally performed in an indoor classroom that may also include working in a lab setting.
Physical: Primary function requires sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a classroom and or lab setting and may travel from site to site; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist; to lift carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight occasionally lifting up to 30 pounds or more, carrying supplies, equipment; to operate classroom equipment requiring repetitive hand movements and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
THE COLLEGE
To learn more about Mt. San Jacinto Community College District, you may visit
BENEFITS DEPEND ON JOB CLASSIFICATION:
MSJC offers benefits to permanent, full-time and part-time employees. Detailed information is provided during employee New Hire Benefits Orientation.
To review the Benefits Summary, click
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Do you have a conferred Master's degree in political science, government, or international relations? *must attach transcripts with your submission - see Transcript Tips on the job posting*
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Do you have a conferred Bachelor's degree in political science, government, or international relations; AND a conferred Master's degree in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, any ethnic studies, JD, or LL.B. ? *must attach transcripts with your submission - see Transcript Tips on the job posting*
  • Yes
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