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APS

Public Affairs Advisor Senior

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy or related field ... Major Accountabilities 1) Provide strategic advice, counsel, and engagement in support of the ...

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

$74K/yr

OR Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in ... political science, operations research and/or other quantitative social science, and the standard ...

US Department of the Air Force

$74K/yr

OR Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in ... political science, operations research and/or other quantitative social science, and the standard ...

US Department of the Air Force

$55K/yr

... political science, or government.(Submit copy of transcripts). 2. GS-9: You must have completed 2 ... major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your ...

Pima County

Elections Deputy Director

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$111 - $166/hr

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in political science, business or public administration, or a related field as determined by the Elections Director or Designee ...

Pima County Government

Elections Deputy Director

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$110K - $165K/yr

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in political science, business or public administration, or a related field as determined by the Elections Director or Designee ...

Pimacounty

Elections Deputy Director

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$110K - $165K/yr

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in political science, business or public administration, or a related field as determined by the Elections Director or Designee ...

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Political Action Representative II

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$97K - $146K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

To be considered
For each position of interest, please send a separate email with an attached cover letter and resume to: recruiting@afscme.org .
Also, include the position title, and if you are a current member of an AFSCME Local, in the subject line of your email.
Department:
Political Action
Location:
Phoenix, AZ
Grade:
USU Grade 9
Salary Range:
$97,652-$146,488
Benefits:
List of benefits
Posting Date:
August 12, 2026
This position is responsible for assisting the Political Action Department staff in developing and conducting political action campaigns for affiliates; training affiliate leaders/staff and members in how to conduct political campaigns; assisting in-house polling operations; and assisting with state lobbying efforts. The position may require extensive travel throughout the country wherever needed. Assists political campaigns for incumbents/candidates running for local judicial, council, mayoral, legislative, gubernatorial offices; and for congressional seats and the presidency.
Duties:
  • Tracks political developments affecting all major political parties and prepares background reports on a variety of topics including convention plans, redistricting, campaign finances and delegate selection. AFSCME policy decision makers, who plan departmental objectives and strategies, may use the information.
  • Monitors political developments, issues and topics by meeting with officials of political research and policy institutions and attending coalition group briefings.
  • Assists with providing final assessments of local/state political campaigns and their possible success and potential impact on members' welfare.
  • May provide input on campaign strategy. Provides mobilization support for federal, state, and local elections, including candidate, legislative, issue, and PEOPLE fundraising campaigns.
  • Responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring political campaigns and electoral programs in Arizona that support the goals and objectives of AFSCME's Political Action Department.
  • Manages field programs including, but not limited to, voter registration, member mobilization, voter contact and get-out-the-vote activities in assigned campaigns.
  • Assists in conducting workshops for affiliate leaders and members on how to perform various assignments within a campaign, i.e., developing budgets, targeting precincts, drafting campaign strategies, writing/producing/distributing voter information materials, establishing phone banks, seeking media coverage and get-out-the vote crews, recruiting volunteers, coordinating fundraising events and candidate appearances, collaborating with other unions and coalitions of organizations, and conducting voter surveys.
  • Develops/modifies workshop materials for accuracy and to fit specific affiliate interests on selected campaign issues and topics.
  • Conducts workshop sessions to acquaint members with the issues and AFSCME's position. These sessions can be given during active campaign periods or at affiliate conferences during off- election periods.
  • Discusses with affiliates their specific interests and ability to commit resources to a campaign. Assists at political action coalition gatherings; participates in the deliberations and prepares reports outlining conclusions reached.
  • May assist in conducting training sessions for other union organizations on topics of mutual interest. Assists the department's polling operations using recognized statistical techniques to select audience samples, prepare questionnaires and analyze results.
  • Trains and manages poll takers. Makes poll survey information available to candidates, department staff and AFSCME senior staff.
  • Contributes newsworthy items to the weekly Eye Opener report.
  • Promotes and implements the PEOPLE program, AFSCME's political action committee.
  • Meets with affiliate leaders, retiree leaders, and members to promote fundraising for the committee. Drafts and implements fundraising plans.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with course work in Labor Relations, Political Science or Government and a minimum of (5) years of related work experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities.
Skills Requirements:
  • Knowledge of federal campaign financial regulations and laws.
  • Knowledge of campaign targeting techniques.
  • Knowledge of scientific polling techniques.
  • Knowledge of computer software associated with potential campaign data gathering or planning.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure within tight deadlines.
  • Ability to assist in the development of training curriculum and conduct workshops.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and writing into large group settings.
  • Ability to assess political situations and develop appropriate campaign strategies.

Travel and work hours:
  • Extensive travel, extended work hours including evenings and weekends, and a valid driver's license are required.

AFSCME is an equal opportunity employer, and, as such, does not discriminate an employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, disability, or any other classification protected from discrimination under applicable law.

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