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Under the supervision of OC Action’s Research Director, the Field Data Coordinator will help manage use of the organization’s PDI system and supporting voter engagement tools to facilitate successful electoral and issue-based campaigns. This includes using PDI to set up flags and survey questions, create lists, and coordinate and cut turf, using third party phone banking, field canvassing, texting, e-mail, and other tools to facilitate voter contact, providing nightly field reports to Table partners, and participating in daily strategy meetings. The Field Data Coordinator will also analyze voter data in support of OC Action research projects, including post-election, strategic, and other analyses.

Primary Responsibilities

• Use PDI to set up flags and survey questions, create lists, coordinate and cut turf, and report on field outcomes.
• Use third party voter engagement platforms, including phone banking, field canvassing, texting, e-mail, and other tools, to facilitate direct voter contact.
• Coordinate use of PDI, third party voter engagement platforms with field staff and Table partners.
• Provide nightly field reports to Table partners and participate in daily strategy meetings.
• Analyze voter data in support of OC Action research projects.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service meetings, organizational retreats, and professional development training.
• Perform any other functions as needed by management and agency.

Minimum Qualifications – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Experience using the PDI voter data system to set up flags and survey questions, create lists, coordinate and cut turf, and report on field outcomes.
• Experience using third party voter engagement platforms, including phone banking, field canvassing, texting, e-mail, and other tools.
• Experience training others on the use of PDI, third-party voter engagement platforms.
• Experience coordinating use of PDI, third party voter engagement platforms with field staff and Table partners.
• Ability to use BigQuery and SQL to analyze voter data preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends during campaigns.
• Must be comfortable with the philosophy and goals of OC Action.
• Current and valid California Driver’s License and transportation to travel to conferences, meetings, and trainings; verification of car insurance is required.
• Verification of employment eligibility and background check required.

Non-Essential Qualifications

• Ability to use data analysis, GIS software to acquire, manage, and analyze census, voter, and other quantitative data.
• Ability to create tables and graphics that capture research findings.
• Ability to draft written narrative describing research findings.
• Ability to present research findings to diverse audiences, including community-based organizations.
• Bachelor’s degree with some experience in related field (preferred, not required)

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions)

Both in-person and remote attendance.

Physical Requirement

Sitting, typing, speaking, listening, standing, and driving.

Mental Requirement

Tolerance for distractions and interruptions.

Application Process:

Please email a cover letter, resume and 2 professional references (past supervisors including email address and phone number) to: info@ocaction.org. Please ensure that the email subject has the job title: Field Data Coordinator.

No phone calls please.

Application deadline: Open until filled.

Agency Background:

OC Action is committed to a long-term progressive transformation of the Orange County electorate and will continue to move towards the change that our people deserve.

OC Action is an innovative partnership of community-based organizations committed to increasing the quality, scale and effectiveness of civic participation in communities of color and among low-income populations. Partner organizations are: Resilience OC, Orange County Asian Pacific Islander Community Alliance, Orange County Congregation Community, Orange County Labor Federation, Orange County Environmental Justice, AHRI for Justice, and the California Healthy Nail Salon Collaborative.

Orange County Action (OC Action) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

In collaboration with the Civic Engagement team, the Civic Engagement Manager will implement and manage OC Action’s integrated voter engagement (IVE) strategy, civic engagement activities and program capacity building, in service to the achievement of the alliance’s goals and objectives. This can look like: nonpartisan and partisan voter mobilization and GOTV efforts, advocacy and community organizing, leadership development, community education, and supporting the integration of civic engagement strategies into alliance partners’ organizational programming. The Civic Engagement Manager will also embody OC Action’s mission and values and be able to speak to the needs of OC Action’s participants and communities.

Essential Functions

• Execute the implementation, coordination, and management of IVE efforts for OC Action campaigns including field – door to door canvassing, phone banking, text banking, traditional and digital media, community forums, etc
• Provide coaching and trainings to Alliance Leads who are building and strengthening their IVE infrastructure, programs, and skills
• Assess and identify opportunities for leadership development for Alliance Leads
• Co-create and support existing civic engagement programs
• Facilitate evaluation of program effectiveness, and draft qualitative and quantitative reports on the outcomes of the civic engagement program
• Co-develop and finalize annual civic engagement plans and budgets
• Strengthen the alliance ecosystem and connect stakeholders by centering and bridging relationships across Alliance Lead organizers, Executive leadership, and external allies
• Work with diverse stakeholders on issues related to governance, economic justice, housing, health, education, immigrant rights, environmental justice, and worker’s rights
• Actively participate in staff meetings, staff trainings, programs, and supervision sessions
• Perform any other functions as needed by management and the organization

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in developing and carrying out issue campaigns, voter engagement, and/or voter mobilization
• Experience in voting rights and social justice issues, electioneering, and/or public policy
• Willingness to engage in relationship building and conflict resolution with diverse stakeholders
• Must be comfortable with the philosophy and goals of OC Action
• Experience with underserved communities
• Ability to work in a diverse team and overcome obstacles
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends
• Regular attendance and punctuality required
• Flexible and nimble
• Self motivated and initiative
• Strong coordinator and networker
• Verification of employment eligibility and Background Check required
• Current and valid California Driver’s License or ID
• Access to transportation to travel to conferences, meetings, and trainings (if driving, verification of car insurance is required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in managing IVE programming
• Knowledge of voter engagement and mobilization technologies and databases
• Excellent communication skills – oral and written
• Attention to detail and well organized
• Creative and innovative in the development and implementation of IVE strategies
• Experience with Google Suite and Canva

Management Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for managing a team of Civic Engagement Campaign Leads

Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions)

The environment for this position is a shared office and outside exposed to weather conditions and noise.

Physical Requirement

In the course of performing this job, the employee typically spends time sitting, standing, driving, walking, typing, listening, and speaking.

Application Process:

Please email a cover letter, resume, and 2 professional references (past supervisors including email address and phone number) to: info@ocaction.org. Please ensure that the email subject has the job title: Civic Engagement Manager

No phone calls please.

Application deadline: Open until filled.

Agency Background:

OC Action is committed to a long-term progressive transformation of the Orange County electorate and we will continue to move towards the change that our people deserve.

OC Action is an innovative partnership of community-based organizations committed to increasing the quality, scale, and effectiveness of civic participation in communities of color and among low-income populations. Alliance Partner organizations are: Resilience OC, Orange County Asian Pacific Islander Community Alliance, Orange County Congregation Community, Orange County Labor Federation, Orange County Environmental Justice, AHRI for Justice, and the California Healthy Nail Salon Collaborative.

Orange County Action (OC Action) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

As a vital member of the OC Action Team, the Operations Associate, reporting to the OC Action Director of Finance and Administration, plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure the financial health and efficient operations of the organization. Tasked with supporting the Director of Finance and Administration, this position focuses on key aspects of financial management, record-keeping, and logistical support for administrative functions within OC Action.

Essential Functions

• Support the Director of Finance and Administration on bi-monthly Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Duties
• Maintain meticulous records for OC Action
• Provide logistical support for administrative meetings, including staff retreats and in-office reviews
• Oversee office maintenance, monitor supplies, and ensure timely restocking
• Weekly retrieval and sorting of office mail
• Support in making bank deposits
• Support with human resources services for OC Action including onboarding, termination, and support.
• Engage with external audiences on behalf of OC Action in relation to customer service

Minimum Qualifications – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Strong writing and communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a diverse team environment
• Excellent networking and communication skills
• Alignment with the philosophy and goals of OC Action
• Availability for some evenings and weekends
• Possession of a current and valid California Driver’s License, with transportation for travel to conferences, meetings, and trainings; proof of car insurance
• Verification of employment eligibility and Background Check
• Regular attendance

Non-Essential Qualifications

• Experience working with underserved communities.
• Prefer individuals with flexibility and initiative.
• Self motivated-proven ability to work independently and in a team and to overcome obstacles.

Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions)

The environment for this position is an office environment (may include shared space) as well as out in the field, exposed to weather conditions and noise level prevalent at the time.

Physical Requirement

In the course of performing this job, the incumbent typically spends time sitting, standing, driving, walking, typing, filing, listening and speaking.

Mental Requirement

The incumbent in this position must be able to accommodate any/all of the following: tolerance for distractions and interruptions.

Application Process:

Application deadline: Open until filled.
Please e-mail resume and 2 professional references (past supervisors including e-mail address and phone number) to: info@ocaction.org.

Agency Background:

OC Action is committed to a long-term progressive transformation of the Orange County electorate and will continue to move towards the change that our people deserve.

OC Action is an innovative partnership of community-based organizations committed to increasing the quality, scale and effectiveness of civic participation in communities of color and among low-income populations. Partner organizations are: Resilience OC, Orange County Asian Pacific Islander Community Alliance, Orange County Congregation Community, Orange County Labor Federation, Orange County Environmental Justice, AHRI for Justice, and the California Healthy Nail Salon Collaborative.

I have been given a copy of this Job Description. I understand that I may be asked to perform duties not listed on the description and that management may change this position description at any time according to Agency needs.

Orange County Action (OC Action) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer