Campaign Events & Volunteer Coordinator at Talarico for Texas

Austin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jan, 26

Salary

5000.0

Posted On

06 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Volunteer Management, Event Coordination, Public Speaking, Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Logistics, Training, Emcee Skills, Crowd Management, Voter Contact, Volunteer Recruitment, Engagement Efforts, Event Leadership, Quality Control

Industry

Political Organizations

Description

Talarico for Texas is hiring a Campaign Events & Volunteer Coordinator to join James Talarico’s US Senate campaign. We are seeking a Coordinator to anchor our public events program, ensuring smooth logistics, energized volunteers, and engaging experiences for supporters. The Coordinator will also assist with Organizing Team functions and general volunteer management. Responsibilities Volunteer Management: Train, and manage volunteers; ensure clear roles, responsibilities, and expectations. Advance Work: Support event preparation; coordinate logistics including check-in tables, signage, and crowd management. Event Leadership: Serve as the on-site point person for volunteers, keeping the program on schedule and solving problems quickly. Setup & Breakdown: Assist with physical setup and teardown of campaign materials, staging, and event infrastructure as needed Emcee Role: Act as event emcee, welcoming attendees, introducing speakers, and energizing the crowd. Training: Deliver volunteer trainings to ensure consistency and professionalism. Quality Control: Ensure events project the campaign’s values and message, and that every attendee has a positive experience that encourages future involvement. Organizing Program Support: Assist the organizing team with voter contact, volunteer recruitment, and engagement efforts. Qualifications Experience managing volunteers, events, or grassroots programs on campaigns, in community organizations, or in other high-energy settings. Strong public speaking skills; comfortable addressing and energizing large crowds as an emcee. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; calm under pressure and quick on their feet. Willingness to pitch in on logistics, from setup to teardown, with a “no task too small” mindset. Strong interpersonal skills; able to build relationships with volunteers, staff, and community members. Flexible schedule and willingness to travel frequently, including evenings and weekends. Commitment to the mission and values of James Talarico’s campaign. Talarico for Texas is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of every individual and strive to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other any other characteristics protected under applicable law. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. We especially encourage those whose voices and experiences are often underrepresented in political and public service spaces to apply. Reports to: Deputy Organizing Director Location: Extensive travel throughout Texas Salary: $5,000 per month Benefits: Health care, paid time off, sick leave

Responsibilities

The Campaign Events & Volunteer Coordinator will manage volunteers and ensure smooth logistics for public events. They will also assist with organizing team functions and volunteer management.