What are the responsibilities and job description for the Blue Lab Associates position at The Blue Lab?
SUMMARY:
The Blue Lab is a Democratic campaign infrastructure incubator, focused on cultivating the next generation of candidates and campaigners with a purposeful focus on state legislative races. The Blue Lab has partnered with the New Hampshire Democratic Party to support candidates in state legislative races. Blue Lab is currently seeking paid Associates.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Blue Lab Associates work directly with the New Hampshire Democratic Party (NHDP) to support Democratic candidates for State Representative in New Hampshire.
Associates are responsible for a variety of tasks, including:
- Ensure implementation of candidate’s vision, values, and path to victory during the campaign
- Contribute to and help set strategic goals of the campaign
- Collaborate with New Hampshire Democratic Town Committees to develop organizing tactics
- Work in tandem with Democratic Town Committees to prepare and organize efforts
EXPERIENCE:
Applicants must be a current New Hampshire resident or student. Our Associates come from a variety of academic and professional backgrounds, including history, political science, journalism, business, environmental science, and international relations. No prior campaign experience is necessary for the program.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong experience with social media platforms
- Self-starter (high motivation and strong work ethic) with ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high pressure environment
- Ability to work with candidates to achieve key goals and tasks on a daily basis
- Execution-focused and works productively under deadlines
- Strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills
- Collaborative team-player with great interpersonal skills: possesses ability to maintain a trustworthy relationship with the candidate, staff, and supporters
- Service-minded
- Understanding of and exemplifying NHDP’s values, serving as a role model of the vision and values set by the party
- Growth mindset: openness to feedback, willingness to learn, and desire to grow with the team
SALARY, SCHEDULE & LOCATION:
- Associates will be paid $15/hour rate
- Associates are expected to complete at least 20-25 hours per week through the semester
- Located in person in NH Democratic Party HQ in Concord and other regional offices
We are accepting applications on a rolling basis and operating on a rolling schedule, with upcoming orientation dates on June 1st and July 1st. To apply, please email resume and cover letter to Sara Axson at axson@thebluelab.org
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 25 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Concord, NH 03301: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15