The Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) Party is hiring a part-time Campus Fellow for the 2024 cycle. This is an entry-level position for those interested in an organizing position. This position will report to the Campus Organizer and is based on your assigned campus. This position will be hiring on a rolling basis with a deadline of 11:59pm on Sep 15, 2024. This position runs through Election Day (Nov 5th).
We are looking for a dynamic individual who is passionate about empowering the next generation of leaders and advocates and ensuring young people get out to vote this year in this historic election. In this pivotal role, you will lead our efforts to connect with and mobilize young people as we work to support all of our DFL endorsed candidates.
As the Campus Fellow, you will play a central role in fostering engagement, amplifying voices, and empowering young individuals to actively participate in the democratic process. We are looking for students who are interested in organizing on the following campuses:
- University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
- Augsburg University
- University of Minnesota – Duluth
- Bemidji State University
- University of Minnesota – Morris
- Moorhead State University
- Concordia University
- Saint John’s University
- College of Saint Benedicts
- St Cloud State University
- Minnesota State University – Mankato
- Gustavus Adophus College
- St. Olaf College
- Carleton College
- Macalester College
- Hamline University
- St Thomas University
- St Kates University
- Saint Paul College
- Metropolitan State University
- Rochester Tech
- Winona State University
Responsibilities
- Direct Voter Contact: Plan, lead and execute grassroots field activities for volunteers such as phone banks, voter registration events, dorm storms, and canvasses (door knocks)
- Attend DFL Club Meetings: Meet with and direct College Dem and High School Dem organizations to do voter outreach and turnout
- Connect Youth with Local Elected Officials: Engage with local candidates to ensure they are involved with their College Dems chapters
- Goals and Reporting: Meet or exceed metric based goals for volunteer recruitment & retention as well as mobilizing Democrats
- Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned by supervisor, Coordinated Campaign leadership, Executive Director or Chair
Requirements:
- Enrolled as, at minimum, a part-time student (Credit Load of 6+).
- Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed goals
- Reliable access to transportation
- Cultural Competency – Able to build authentic relationships across lines of difference, such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class, ability, gender identity, citizenship status, or other identities. Understands how to take an inclusive lens into all aspects of work
- Support for all of our DFL endorsed candidates
Preferred but not required:
- Minnesota experience or ties to the state
- Attended high school and/or college in Minnesota
- Leadership experience in a school based organization, such as College Democrats, Student Government, LGBTQIA+ groups, Ability/Disability Rights groups, Reproductive Freedom groups, and/or other issue based groups/organizations, etc in college or high school
Compensation: Compensation is $20/hr for a commitment of 20 hours a week. Employees of the DFL are paid on a bi-weekly basis and receive a competitive benefits package including health care and dental.
To Apply: Send a one-page cover letter and resume to Matthew Sauser, at msauser@dfl.org with the email subject line “Campus Fellow”. Please include in the body of the email the location desired.
COVID Addendum: While many meetings and events can still happen virtually or over the phone, organizers will be expected to work in-person, within reason and with safety precautions in place, at events in the community. This means that the prospective staff will need to live in the turf that they are applying for.
Diversity and Inclusion: The Minnesota DFL is an equal-opportunity employer. The DFL Party is committed to including groups historically underrepresented due to race/ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, and/or ability. We strongly encourage members of underrepresented and marginalized communities to apply.
Voluntary Self-Identification Information (OPTIONAL)
Consistent with the DFL Party’s commitment to including groups historically under-represented in the DFL Party’s affairs, by virtue of race/ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, or disability, we encourage members of underrepresented groups to seek jobs within the DFL Party. To help in this effort, we ask applicants to complete this self-identification form. Completion of this information is voluntary and is not a requirement of employment. This information will not affect the decision regarding your application for employment. This information will be kept confidential.
Gender identity:
Select one or more groups that fit your identity:
- African American
- Asian/Pacific American
- Hispanic or Latino
- LGBTQ+
- Native American
- Person with Disability
- Veteran
- White or Caucasian
Questions
If you have further questions about being a Campus fellow, please email msauser@dfl.org.
