Maryland Chapter Founder & Executive Director

DIVISION: Chapter Operations

GRADE: Volunteer

DEPARTMENT: Department of Chapter Operations

WORK DAYS: 5-15 hours per week

REPORTS TO: Director of Chapter Operations

FLSA STATUS: N/A

CLASSIFICATION: At-Will

DATE: 1/22/2026

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 Founder and Executive Director of the Maryland Chapter serves as the initial executive leader of a Beyond the Ballot chapter during its formation phase. This role is responsible for establishing foundational chapter operations, recruiting and retaining initial membership, and ensuring alignment with Beyond the Ballot’s national bylaws, policies, and strategic direction. The Chapter Founder and Executive Director may choose to run for the elected position of Chapter Director once the chapter reaches operational status. Election outcomes are determined by chapter membership in accordance with Beyond the Ballot bylaws and operating guidelines. Upon signing the Chapter Affiliate Agreement, the Founder is formally appointed as Interim Chapter Director and holds executive authority until the chapter reaches operational classification, defined as a minimum of eight (8) active members and the successful completion of chapter elections. This position requires strong political judgment, organizational discipline, and a commitment to youth-led, bottom-up organizing in alignment with Beyond the Ballot’s national mission, strategy, and policies.

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 and volunteers, collaborating with different departments, and fostering a positive work culture.

Demonstrated commitment to youth-led, working-class political organizing.

Experience in community organizing, advocacy, or political engagement.

Ability to recruit, coordinate, and motivate volunteers.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Willingness to operate within a structured, accountable national framework.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Prior leadership experience in a nonprofit, campaign, or student organization.

Familiarity with state or local political processes.

Experience working in coalition or movement-based environments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Oversee the development of initial chapter infrastructure, including leadership roles, meeting cadence, and internal procedures.

Recruit, onboard, and retain at least eight (8) active members to achieve operational classification while maintaining the membership roster over the course of 30-60 days, with special considerations for extensions.

Lead the establishment of Beyond the Ballot Maryland as an active, functioning chapter.

Ensure all chapter activities align with university, local, and state regulations, where applicable, as well asBeyond the Ballot’s mission, policy agenda, bylaws, and national strategic plans.

Maintain accurate internal records and support the creation of required reports for national review.

This position requires strong political judgment, organizational discipline, and a commitment to youth-led, bottom-up organizing in alignment with Beyond the Ballot’s national mission, strategy, and policies.

Preside over meetings and ensure transparent decision-making.

Initiate, develop, and cultivate relationships withchartered community and campus chapters within the region.

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.