Clark County Regional Organizer

Employment: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Program Area: Power Building
Reports To: Deputy Director
Full-Time Salary Band: $61,000 – $64,000 per year
Location: Flex/Remote and In-Person in Vancouver, WA

Application Deadline: November 6th, 2026

ABOUT ONEAMERICA

OneAmerica (OA) organizes immigrant and refugee leaders and our allies in Washington State to build power in our communities and run campaigns that ensure immigrants are not only protected and can survive but that immigrants can thrive and are equal, valued and loved.

Established in 2001 by U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal, we have since grown to become a locally and nationally recognized leader in advancing immigrant, civil, and human rights. Our family of organizations consists of OneAmerica (501(c)3), OneAmerica Votes (OA) (501(c)4), OneAmerica Votes Justice Fund (State PAC), OneAmerica Votes Justice for All Fund (Federal PAC).

OA envisions a peaceful world where every person’s human rights and dignity are respected, where communities appreciate differences and stand together for justice and equality, and where each person contributes to the common good. All of our work is grounded in our Theory of Change and guided by the conviction that people directly impacted should lead our movement for justice because they are best equipped to create real solutions that build lasting power. Grassroots immigrant leaders who make up our base drive priorities across our organization. 

You'll be stepping into an organization in a strong position: 25 years of relationship-building and political credibility, stable and growing funding, and deeply committed leadership and staff. But what makes this position truly exceptional is the nature of the fight itself. Immigrants are under attack nationally, and Washington State is where we push back, where we win, and where we're actively modeling for the rest of the country what it looks like to fully include immigrants as part of the fabric of our communities.

This is a chance to be at the center of that fight: to lead a resistance movement inside an organization committed to long-term power building and real wins for immigrants in Washington State. For the right person, there is no more exciting or meaningful place to work.

THE OPPORTUNITY

OneAmerica and our family of organizations strive to recruit immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers into the organization to grow as leaders in their communities and organize others to make Washington State a Thriving Home for immigrants.

Regional organizers are responsible for developing and managing a regional chapter of OneAmerica (OA) and OneAmerica Votes (OAV) in the county/region the organizer is assigned. This requires organizers to build and cultivate deep, self-interested relationships with immigrants who want to make changes to the government and electoral systems that keep us from thriving. Regional organizers will be responsible for developing a core team of directly impacted community leaders through year-round canvassing, organizing local events with the base, cutting local issues to drive change and holding monthly chapter meetings.

Applicants interested in this position will have an exciting opportunity to lead the strategy, implementation, and execution of an organizing plan for Clark County and the region on behalf of OneAmerica and its partners. This ideal candidate will bring a strong racial justice and power analysis lens to this work using their relational leadership skills to build trust while also challenging others to grow into their power.

This position is based in Vancouver, WA, with some travel to Seattle, Olympia, or other areas within the state.

WHAT YOU’LL LEAD

Direct Organizing & Leadership Development 

The Clark County Regional organizer will be responsible for building a strong base of local chapter leaders through building new relationships with immigrants across race, class and identity and fostering existing relationships with members through mentorship and leadership development

• Develop and expand authentic relationships with key community members who have an interest in advocating for policies that support immigrant families and workers in Clark County and Washington State.


• Host and run phone and door-to-door canvasses as part of expanding a base of supporters in Clark County.

• Provide support and mentorship to community leaders towards a long-term goal of cultivating a well-functioning, action-oriented Clark County Chapter.

• Integrate community members into the Vancouver Chapter as well as OA’s broader campaigns by planning events, developing key strategies for communication and messaging, initiating direct actions, and coordinating follow-up with community members.

• Implement leadership development and advocacy trainings tailored to the interests of emerging leaders who have a stake in the livelihood of immigrant communities in Clark and across the state. Support the ongoing design and refinement of OA’s training and leadership curriculum.

• Align work with key organizational and coalition members in the region.

Issue Campaign, Civic Engagement, and Electoral Work

Regional Organizers lead and engage chapter members and the broader community in identifying issue campaigns to drive locally, organize yourself and your chapter to have deep conversations door-to-door year-round and engage in our endorsement and field work in support or opposition of candidates and initiatives on the ballot in your region

• In response to emerging issues and leaders’ self-interests, conduct research on relevant issues and campaigns that will support broader organizing goals and advance immigrant and refugee political power in Clark County.

• Build a base of working-class, BIPOC, youth, and immigrant voters in Clark who identify our organization as a trusted messenger through a year-round voter contact, education, and voter registration program in the region.

• Prepare and engage leaders in OAV’s endorsement process and other electoral activities.


• Develop an analysis every election cycle on local electoral opportunities to consider alongside our Chapter and Field Manager.


• Identify, recruit, and support local leaders to run for office or seek other types of leadership in government.

Administrative and Organizational Ambassador 

Regional organizers will represent the organization locally and must connect the regional work to OneAmerica and our family of organizations' overall goals and strategy

• Attend regular staff meetings, member meetings, and larger OA & OAV events to strengthen relationships and understanding across our broad network of members and issue campaigns.


• Support key relationships with other community organizations working with OA staff to collaborate on appropriate campaigns and organizing efforts.


• Represent OA at public events, gatherings, and Lobby Days to advance our strategic campaigns.


• Track and manage data and leadership growth across the Clark County Chapter.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

OneAmerica is seeking candidates who are passionate about our mission and are highly proactive. While no one candidate will embody all the qualifications below, our ideal candidate would bring:

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITIES

• A passion for building and nurturing leadership in the community as demonstrated through 3-4 years of experience doing community-based work.


• A high degree of personal accountability, ownership, and an entrepreneurial spirit that lends itself to a fast-paced environment.


• Proficiency in tablet and smartphone technology and the ability to explain technology in accessible terms to individuals with limited digital literacy skills.


• Access to a reliable vehicle and a valid Washington State driver’s license required.


• Willingness to travel throughout Washington State and nationally on occasion.


• Skilled communication abilities to train on organizing principles and techniques with Emerging Bilingual/English Learner populations.


• Proven ability to self-manage, meet critical deadlines, and personal accountability.

PREFERRED

• Fluency in Spanish or conversational Spanish.


• 1-2 years of experience in electoral organizing with a strong emphasis on leading and managing voter contact and registration campaigns.


• Strong written and verbal communication, active listening, and relationship-building skills.


• Experience building a culture of shared leadership, developing leaders in formal and informal ways.


• A strong analysis of relational dynamics and anti-racism with a commitment to build power in immigrant and refugee communities by leading with relationships.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a hybrid position based in Vancouver, Washington, that will require the person in this position to live in or near Clark County. Staff is expected to work in person at our Vancouver office twice per week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The role requires regular computer work, frequent phone and video meetings, and travel within the state, particularly to Olympia during the legislative session.

WORKING AT ONEAMERICA

OneAmerica is committed to creating a supportive, collaborative workplace where staff can contribute meaningfully to our mission while maintaining a sustainable work-life balance.

Our benefits and workplace practices include:

• Comprehensive health insurance plans, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as long-term disability coverage. 90% of premiums for Medical, Dental and Vision are paid by OneAmerica. Basic Life Insurance and long-term disability are covered in full by OneAmerica.


• Twenty weeks of paid family and medical leave.


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) options, cell phone and transportation stipends, and a 403(b) retirement plan with a 4% employer match.


• Five weeks of PTO in years 0–3, six weeks in years 4–6, and seven weeks after seven years of service.


• Eight additional hours of annual PTO to celebrate staff birthdays.


• Three months of paid sabbatical after every five years of service.


• Meeting-free Fridays and Summer-free Fridays, including three-day weekends for two months during the summer.


• A transparent compensation philosophy, cost-of-living and annual merit-based raises, and investments in professional development and employee growth.

INTERVIEW PROCESS ORDER:

1. Phone Screen Interview.


2. Virtual First Panel interview.


3. A performance task. All candidates who submit performance task and attend the second interview will receive a $60 e-gift card as compensation for their time.


4. Virtual or in-person final interview with the Hiring Manager and the Managing Director.

Desired start date: January 12th, 2026

Application Deadline: November 6th, 2026

Please be sure to add [email protected] to your contact list to ensure delivery of all correspondence from us.

OneAmerica is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.