Massachusetts State Director

About the Working Families PartyThe Working Families Party (WFP) is the progressive party for the multiracial working class, fighting for a nation that works for the many, not the few. We recruit, train, and support transformational candidates up and down the ballot — and run them to win.We believe that no matter where we come from or what our color, most of us want the same things. We want to earn enough to thrive, not just survive, and leave a better future for our kids. We want healthy food and clean water, safe neighborhoods and a safe world. We want to be free.The Working Families Party is regular people coming together across our differences to make a better future for us all. We’re a multiracial party that fights for workers over bosses and people over the powerful. We want an America which realizes the promise – unrealized in our history – of freedom and equality for all.The Massachusetts State Director will lead exploratory work of a state based Working Families Party in MA. This role requires a high level of entrepreneurial leadership, excellent strategic and political judgement, and skill building and maintaining relationships and coalitions. You will work with our New England and State Power Teams—as well as the MA WFP exploratory committee—to:-Build the power of the multi-racial working class within the state-Make strategic interventions in key state, local, and federal elections- Support development of members within the party as activists and as leaders- Cultivate relationships with labor and community groups- Chart a sustainable path for building WFP in MassachusettsEssential Duties & Responsibilities1. Strategic Leadership (25%)Work with the Exploratory Committee to run pilot races, engage activists, and evaluate and chart a path to gain a full charter from the Working Families Party National CommitteeLead analysis of the political landscape and make plans to have impact on governing powerBuild and maintain relationships with key institutional partnersSet clear priorities and metrics for state operations2. Fundraising (15%)Lead local fundraising initiatives (individual donors, foundations, organizational contributors) with an initial fundraising responsibility in the range of 200-300k.Collaborate with Regional Director and Development team on grant proposals and major donor cultivationWork with staff and the treasurer to ensure legal and campaign finance compliancePlan and work with other staff and volunteers to implement membership drives and fundraising events3. Organizing (25%)Create opportunities for activists to engageFoster activist leadership to take on additional responsibilityDevelop sustainable groups of activists in key citiesDeliver political education programing, and connect activists to partners delivering political education programingEngage in local political planning processes and coalitions4. Campaigns (25%)Develop, in coordination with the Regional Director and the MA WFP Exploratory Committee, the organization's legislative and electoral campaigns prioritiesDefine contribution to existing policy campaignsPlan & execute meaningful interventions in priority racesCoordinate electoral recruitment and organizing effortsCoach leaders, partners, and eventually other staff to develop and execute electoral campaigns, including excellent field operations and aligned and powerful messagingEnsure electoral interventions build toward organizing and long term power objectivesWorking with the compliance team, ensure state and local campaign finance rules are followed5. External Leadership & Representation (10%)Serve as primary spokesperson for the WFP in MACollaborate with New England Regional Communications Director on narrative strategyTell a story that reaches voters broadly about the power and priorities of working peopleRepresent MA WFP in coalition spacesOther Duties as AssignedSkills & Qualifications5+ years in community and/or/ labor organizing including at least 3+ years in a leadership role and several electoral cycles of experience on political campaignsDemonstrated Commitment to justice and a history of fighting for working peopleDemonstrated ability to make and stick to strategic plansExperience with building coalitions capable of executing shared strategies, including working with leaders, elected officials, and organizations with diverse background and interestsStrong analytical skills and sound political judgmentPersuasive verbal and writing skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a charged atmosphereProven capacity to effectively and thoughtfully lead other staff and drive performanceDemonstrated ability to create sustainable work environments and manage toward priorities with limited resourcesDemonstrated success in fundraising and relationship managementWillingness to work irregular hours over the course of the year, including nights/ weekendsValid driver's license and ability to drive throughout the state required (mileage reimbursed)Intermediate computer skills including GSuitePreferred: Votivate/VAN experience, Spanish language skills, familiarity with Massachusetts movement ecosystemWhat Else Should You KnowCompensation: The final salary for this role will be determined based on our Pay Scale, which takes into consideration years of experience, geographic location, and final job description. [The upper end of the salary range is reserved for individuals who significantly exceed the minimum qualifications and years of experience.] The final salary offer will fall into one of the following ranges depending on where you live:National Market (Worcester, Springfield) - $85,000 to $120,570High Market - $97,750 - $135,125Very High Market (Boston) - $106,250 - $143,750The locations listed above are just examples and not an exhaustive list. We also offer a robust benefit package for full time employees including paid time off; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plan options; professional development funding; and remote work support.Location and Travel: This is a hybrid role requiring you to work some days per week in person at various locations for meetings and events in MA. You may need to travel for major events and all staff meetings a few times per year.Schedule: The position is full time.Union Affiliation: Working Families Party / Working Families Power is a unionized workplace. This is a managerial position, not included in our bargaining unit. WFP's union employees are represented by the New York Metropolitan Area Joint Board, Workers United union.Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor, or take over sponsorship of, employment visas at this time.Diversity, Equity, and InclusionWorking Families is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to economic and social justice. Women, people of color, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, and members of other historically disenfranchised populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to apply for or perform the essential functions of the job should contact us at with the subject line "Application Accommodation" to request such an accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17