Progressive Democrat Issue 104: IOWA FOCUS

Want to get involved? There are plenty of opportunities for you to work for bettering Iowa. Here are some opportunities.

This comes from Iowa State Representative Elesha Gayman:

Governor Elect Culver Calling for Commission and
Board Member

Governor-Elect Culver is asking for applications for statewide boards & commissions. There are approximately 350 appointments to be made in the upcoming year. Click on this link to browse the complete list of Iowa boards & commissions http://www.iowai.net/iowa/governor/boards/

I encourage everyone who has an interest in serving to take advantage of this window of opportunity to get your application in early. In addition, it is best if you cast your net wide - as many boards are competitive and constrained by demographic requirements (party, gender & geography). You may not get your first choice, but don't rule out any area of interest.

Go to the following website: http://www.govelect.iowa.gov/administration/boards/ download the application and mail it in. In the "interest in appointment" section, you may use me as a reference for applying by simply stating - "Applying
at the request of Representative Elesha Gayman."

And this comes from the Iowa Democratic Party for anyone looking for a job in politics in Iowa:

The Iowa Democratic Party is accepting applications for the position of Communications Director. The Communications Director’s job description should include the following staff functions:

* Overseeing and managing IDP communications office and staff
* Managing press strategy for the First in the Nation Iowa Precinct Caucus
* Editing and overseeing all IDP press related communications
* Provide briefing and staffing resources to Chair and Executive Director
* Overseeing IDP research programs
* Overseeing IDP Web site
* Producing, managing and implementing all press related aspects of strategic planning
* Coordinating press conferences and media events
* Participate in strategic planning as assigned

Application Requirements

* Extensive campaign, state party or political experience
* Exceptional written and verbal communications skills
* Experience in managing large press events
* Extensive travel across the state is required and some out-of-state travel may be necessary
* U.S. citizenship desirable
* Active voting status desirable

The Iowa Democratic Party provides a competitive salary and benefits package including health care, dental, vacation, sick leave.

For more information or to apply contact the Iowa Democratic Party at (515)244-7292 and ask for Mike Milligan, Executive Director. You may also email your resume to mmilligan@iowademocrats.org. Resumes must be received by COB Wednesday, January 24, 2007.

Field Organizer

The Iowa Democratic Party is accepting applications for the position of Field Organizer. The Field Organizer’s job description should include the following staff functions:

* Working with the Political and Field Director to develop and implement Field, Voter Contact, Outreach and Training programs
* Assisting the Political and Field Director with the planning and execution of the 2008 Caucus
* Coordinating Field, Voter Contact, Outreach, and Training activities with legislative caucuses, candidates and political committees
* Traveling throughout the state to meet with local party leaders and elected officials and attend local Central Committee Meetings
* Assist in development and implementation of strategic plans
* Represent the Iowa Democratic Party at community events and local Democratic meetings and trainings

Application Requirements

* Previous organizing experience with a campaign, state party, membership organization, or non-profit is desirable
* Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills required
* Computer skills required
* Extensive travel across the State of Iowa is required
* U.S. citizenship desirable
* Active voting status desirable

The Iowa Democratic Party provides a competitive salary and benefits package including health care, dental, vacation, sick leave.

For more information or to apply contact the Iowa Democratic Party at (515)244-7292 and ask for Norm Sterzenbach, Political Director. You may also email your resume to nsterzenbach@iowademocrats.org. Resumes must be received by COB Wednesday, January 24, 2007.

Caucus to Convention Director

The Iowa Democratic Party is accepting applications for the position of Caucus to Convention Director. The Caucus to Convention Director’s job description should include the following staff functions:

* Overseeing the planning and execution of the 2008 Iowa Democratic Party County, District and State Conventions, as well as planning of the IDP’s attendance at the Democratic National Convention
* Assisting the Political Director with the planning and execution of the 2008 Caucus.
* Serving as the primary point of contact for County Parties
* Serving as the primary point of contact for State Central Committee Members.
* Serving as the Executive Assistant to the State Chair.

Application Requirements

* Previous campaign, state party, or non-profit experience
* Strong written and verbal communications skills
* Strong analytical skills
* Experience working with web-based voter files
* Extensive travel across the state is required and some out-of-state travel may be necessary
* U.S. citizenship desirable
* Active voting status desirable

The Iowa Democratic Party provides a competitive salary and benefits package including health care, dental, vacation, sick leave.

For more information or to apply contact the Iowa Democratic Party at (515) 244-7292 and ask for Norm Sterzenbach, Political Director. You may also email your resume to nsterzenbach@iowademocrats.org. Resumes must be received by COB Wednesday, January 24, 2007.

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