Chapter Outreach Associate

JOB DESCRIPTION

Chapter Outreach Associate

DIVISION: Departmental GRADE: Volunteer

DEPARTMENT: Chapter Operations WORK DAYS: 15-20/hr per week

REPORTS TO: Director Of Chapter Operations FLSA STATUS: N/A

CLASSIFICATION: At-Will DATE: 11/17/2025

Our Mission: We are building a Gen Z-led movement seeking to empower young leaders to advocate for

transformative policy and bold political action, predominantly at a state and local level. We are committed to a

bottom-up movement that prioritizes the needs of the communities we represent and seeks to reclaim our

future by advocating for social, economic, environmental, and other kinds of political reform.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Chapter Outreach Associate position is considered a departmental position within the Department of

Chapter Operations and reports directly to the Director of Chapter Operations. This role plays an essential

part in the organization’s mission to build and maintain a robust network of youth-led, pro-worker chapters

nationwide. The Chapter Outreach Associate focuses on direct community outreach, building and

maintaining relationships, and engaging with schools, students, and community partners who may be

interested in starting new chapters of Beyond the Ballot. This position helps ensure that the organization's

expansion efforts are inclusive, strategic, and aligned with Beyond the Ballot’s mission, values, and

long-term vision for chapter growth. Ideal candidates are passionate about youth leadership, civic

engagement, and equitable movement-building. They possess strong communication and organizational

skills, a collaborative spirit, and a deep commitment to supporting the growth of a national network of

student and community leaders.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or technical school preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Prior work in the non-profit sector is highly preferred.
• Experience in managing and mentoring staff, collaborating with different departments, and fostering

a positive work culture.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Engage in recruitment and outreach efforts in support of identifying individuals to start or join new,

emerging, or existing Beyond the Ballot chapters across the country.

• Coordinate and conduct outreach to students, schools, universities, and community organizations to

share information about chapter opportunities at Beyond the Ballot and encourage participation.

• Coordinate with the other Chapter Operation staff and Beyond the Ballot’s network of student

leaders for opportunities around guest speakerships, political, student-focused volunteer activities,

and other efforts that align with Beyond the Ballot’s mission and goals.

• Maintain a rotation of interested chapter leaders and members, supporting the Director of Chapter

Operations in ensuring a timely follow-up and consistent communication.

• Collaborate with Beyond the Ballot’s Deputy Director to develop and implement targeted

recruitment campaigns and outreach materials.

• Participate in informational sessions, interest meetings, and virtual events to promote chapter

formation and recruitment.

• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and contact lists, providing progress reports in

departmental tracking systems, including analyses and evaluations of actual or potential

effectiveness of current and/or projected outreach activities, and make recommendations to

improve outreach effectiveness.

• Assist the Department in onboarding new chapters by coordinating introductory meetings, providing

onboarding materials, and connecting leaders to available resources.

• Work with other members of the Chapter Operations Department to ensure smooth communication

and support between new and existing chapters.

• Contribute ideas to enhance recruitment strategies that engage and mobilize college students and

young professionals, and increase the visibility of the chapter network.

• Uphold the organization’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equitable leadership development.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical abilities, working conditions, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative

of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification.

Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.

Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be

understood over a telephone or computer.

Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work

independently; work indoors.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret, and apply information at a moderately complex level

essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgment and the ability to process

information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order

of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress.

Remote Work Requirements: Regular access to a stable internet connection is required.

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between various in-person

working environments. May require travel to multiple states.

Beyond the Ballot does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin,

age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or

expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices,

educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform essential duties.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. It is

not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working

conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserve the right to modify, add, or remove

duties and assign other duties as necessary.

POLICY OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT AND NONDISCRIMINATION

Pursuant to Article 2 Section 3 of the organization's Bylaws, Beyond the Ballot will not practice or permit any unlawful or

unethical discrimination on the basis of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and/or gender

identity, physical handicap or disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.

We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities.

Beyond the Ballot is an Equal Opportunity Employer and our policy is clear and concise: there shall be no discrimination

on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership,

pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.

Allegations of discrimination should be promptly delivered to the Executive Director, the Chief Human Resource Officer,

and/or any member of the Board of Directors.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE

Beyond the Ballot is committed to building a diverse workforce, ensuring and creating equity across our processes,

procedures, and systems, and fostering an environment that’s inclusive and representative of the communities we serve.

Our organization was founded on the free expression of ideas, and our environment reflects those ideals by ensuring

meaningful mechanisms are in place to ensure that the visions and interests of every individual employee has a seat at

the decision-making table.