How much does an Organizing Director make in Chicago, IL?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Organizing Director in Chicago, IL is $222,115. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $196,727 to $250,101, with most professionals earning between $173,613 and $275,582.

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What is an Organizing Director?

The Organizing Director is responsible for leading and coordinating the organizing efforts of a company or organization. This includes developing and implementing strategies to engage and mobilize members, supporters, and volunteers, as well as building and maintaining relationships with community partners and stakeholders. The Organizing Director also oversees the recruitment, training, and management of organizing staff and ensures that all organizing activities align with the organization's mission and goals. Additionally, they may be responsible for developing and managing organizing budgets, tracking and reporting on organizing metrics, and contributing to overall strategic planning and decision-making. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential for this role.

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What is the average salary for Organizing Director in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Organizing Director in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Organizing Director ranges from $196,727 to $250,101 with the average base salary of $222,115. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $221,599 to $304,908 with the average total cash compensation of $261,377.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $222,115 $196,727 - $250,101
Bonus $39,263 $24,872 - $54,807
Total Pay $261,377 $221,599 - $304,908
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $197,833 - $251,508 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $197,833 - $251,508 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $197,608 - $251,222 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $197,758 - $251,413 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $197,758 - $251,413 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $193,331 - $245,783 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Regional Organizing Director LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $252,244 MAXIMUM SALARY $374,199
JOB TITLE Deputy Organizing Director LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $185,350 MAXIMUM SALARY $236,065
JOB TITLE Advocacy/Organizing Coordinator LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $45,720 MAXIMUM SALARY $58,889
JOB TITLE Director LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $193,211 MAXIMUM SALARY $214,465
JOB TITLE Director Of LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $193,211 MAXIMUM SALARY $214,465
JOB TITLE Is Director LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $136,085 MAXIMUM SALARY $169,962
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