Job Posting

Eugene Campus Organizer Reports to: Executive Director Duration: November 1st, 2022 - June 30th, 2023, subject to renewal Hours: 1.0 Full Time (40 hours/week) Compensation: $50,000/year Benefits: Dental, medical, and vision insurance, home office stipend, AAA roadside assistance, bonuses available DESCRIPTION: The Oregon Student Association (OSA) is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and knowledgeable individual to organize higher education students in Eugene, Oregon. The Eugene Campus Organizer will work with students at the University of Oregon (UO) and Lane Community College (LCC) to support and advance their interests. The Eugene Campus Organizer is responsible for direct support and collaboration with the Associated Student Governments and other relevant student groups on each campus. This includes student outreach and recruitment, conducting workshops and trainings, developing campus events and internships, and providing technical and field support for legislative campaigns. Applicants should have a background in advocacy, strong verbal and written communication skills, organizing skills, and a passion for public higher education and expanding student access. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Student Organizer (70%) ● Work directly with the Associated Students of Lane Community College (LCC SGA) and the Associated Students of the University of Oregon (ASUO) ● Present regular progress reports and updates to LCC SGA and ASUO on OSA’s organizing and legislative work ● Support students in organizing around issues important to their student government or OSA ● Develop political education materials around student issues ● Engages and mobilizes our base on advocacy issues through grassroots fieldwork including tabling, clipboarding, class raps, and community outreach ● Build and maintain strong relationships with campus administrators, faculty and staff, and student organizations. Student Development (20%) ● Recruit, train, and provide leadership development for students in organizing and advocacy ● Hold office hours and be readily available to support and advise student leaders ● Recruit and manage a student intern at both UO and LCC Organizational Development (10%) ● Support membership development ● Monitor and represent OSA in student fee processes on each campus ● Participate in organizational visioning and structuring MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: ● Experience in advocacy and grassroots organizing ● Self-motivated, outgoing, and detail-oriented ● Capable and confident public speaker ● Excellent written and verbal communication skills ● Understand how to create and implement organizational systems ● Ability to work in a changing environment and be flexible ● Ability to work independently and as a member of a team ● Background in higher education policy and/or youth organizing, with an understanding of Oregon politics ● Experience working with and/or ability to work with low-income communities, students of color, students from the LGBTQ+ community, students with disabilities, and non-traditional populations, including student veterans, student parents, and adult learners.

Application Instructions

How to Apply: ● Cover letter (2 pages max) clearly outlining the specific skills and knowledge you bring to the job and how they are a good fit with the responsibilities of the position. ● A resume (2 pages max) detailing relevant experience, work history, education, and accomplishments. ● At least 3 references, including your current or most recent position, their name, title, email, phone, city and state information, and your relationship to them. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications should be emailed as a single attached document (PDF preferred) to joseph@orstudents.org with the subject line “Your Name - Eugene Campus Organizer”. Oregon Student Association is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. People of color, women, people who are LGBTQ, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.