Position: Campaign Mobilization Director
Contract: Independent Consultant
Compensation: $8,000 per month

Position Summary

The Campaign Mobilization Director will work in coordination with the Climate Jobs Illinois Executive Director and Executive Committee to develop and execute political, communications, and grassroots strategies in support of Carbon Free Schools and other Climate Jobs Illinois priorities. The position will focus on coalition-building, stakeholder engagement, and mobilization efforts to advance legislation and public support for clean energy initiatives that create high-quality union jobs.

Key Responsibilities

Carbon Free Schools Campaign

  • Develop and implement a political and community outreach strategy to promote the Carbon Free Schools provisions included in the Illinois Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA).
  • Engage Climate Jobs Illinois Executive Committee members, with a particular focus on the Illinois Federation of Teachers (IFT) and Illinois Education Association (IEA), to support grassroots advocacy directed at local, state, and federal elected officials.
  • Coordinate with the Climate Jobs Illinois communications team to execute a comprehensive communications strategy, including social media, earned media, digital advertising, and stakeholder messaging.
  • Build and manage relationships with community organizations, labor partners, and key stakeholders to expand support for Carbon Free Schools.
  • Develop and implement outreach plans for local and state elected officials to build support for incorporating Carbon Free Schools-related policies into broader energy legislation.

Mobilization and Advocacy

  • Lead mobilization planning and execution for Climate Jobs Illinois’ 2026 advocacy priorities.
  • Coordinate and support grassroots actions, including State Capitol lobby days, district-level advocacy events, and community mobilization efforts.
  • Work with labor affiliates, community organizations, and coalition partners to maximize participation and engagement in campaign activities.
  • Assist in Siting and Permitting advocacy for union-built clean energy projects throughout Illinois
  • Provide strategic recommendations to the Executive Director and Executive Committee regarding political outreach, coalition development, and campaign mobilization.

Qualifications

  • Experience managing political, issue advocacy, labor, or grassroots campaigns.
  • Strong relationships with labor organizations, community groups, and elected officials in Illinois.
  • Demonstrated ability to build coalitions and mobilize stakeholders around legislative or policy priorities.
  • Experience coordinating communications and earned media strategies.
  • Strong organizational, project management, and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of Illinois politics, energy policy, and labor issues preferred.

Applicants can apply by emailing Joe Duffy, executive director of Climate Jobs Illinois, at jduffy@climatejobsillinois.org.