About the Role Talarico for Texas is hiring a Volunteer & Events Associate to join James Talarico’s US Senate campaign. We are seeking an Associate to anchor our public events program, ensuring smooth logistics, energized volunteers, and engaging experiences for supporters. The Associate will also assist with Organizing Team functions and general volunteer management. Responsibilities Inbox Management: Oversee and manage the maintenance of general inboxes; ensure questions are answered, monitor for potential issues, and route incoming to the correct teamsVolunteer Management: Support with the training, and management of volunteers; ensure clear roles, responsibilities, and expectationsEvent Leadership: Serve as a support contact for volunteers, keeping the program on schedule and solving problems quicklyTraining: Deliver volunteer training to ensure consistency and professionalismQuality Control: Ensure events project the campaign's values and message, and that every attendee has a positive experience that encourages future involvementOrganizing Program Support: Assist the organizing team with voter contact, volunteer recruitment, and engagement effortsRequirementsExperience managing volunteers, events, or grassroots programs on campaigns, in community organizations, or in other high-energy settingsExcellent organizational and problem-solving skills; calm under pressure and quick on their feetWillingness to pitch in on logistics, from setup to teardown, with a "no task too small" mindsetStrong interpersonal skills; able to build relationships with volunteers, staff, and community membersFlexible schedule and willingness to travel frequently, including evenings and weekendsCommitment to the mission and values of James Talarico's campaignBenefitsReports to: Events and Volunteer Manager Location: Extensive travel throughout TexasSalary: $5,000 per month Benefits: Health care, paid time off, sickTalarico 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 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.
About the Role
Talarico for Texas is hiring a Volunteer & Events Associate to join James Talarico’s US Senate campaign. We are seeking an Associate to anchor our public events program, ensuring smooth logistics, energized volunteers, and engaging experiences for supporters. The Associate will also assist with Organizing Team functions and general volunteer management.
Responsibilities
- Inbox Management: Oversee and manage the maintenance of general inboxes; ensure questions are answered, monitor for potential issues, and route incoming to the correct teams
- Volunteer Management: Support with the training, and management of volunteers; ensure clear roles, responsibilities, and expectations
- Event Leadership: Serve as a support contact for volunteers, keeping the program on schedule and solving problems quickly
- Training: Deliver volunteer training 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
Requirements
- Experience managing volunteers, events, or grassroots programs on campaigns, in community organizations, or in other high-energy settings
- 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
Benefits
Reports to: Events and Volunteer Manager
Location: Extensive travel throughout Texas
Salary: $5,000 per month
Benefits: Health care, paid time off, sick
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 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.
James is an eighth-generation Texan, former middle school teacher, and Presbyterian seminarian. As a state representative, he’s led the fight against the billionaire mega-donors and puppet politicians who have taken over Texas.
Now, he’s running for U.S. Senate to take his fight against corruption to Washington and win power back for working people.
James is an eighth-generation Texan, former middle school teacher, and Presbyterian seminarian. As a state representative, he’s led the fight against the billionaire mega-donors and puppet politicians who have taken over Texas.
Now, he’s running for U.S. Senate to take his fight against corruption to Washington and win power back for working people.
