Remote Vice President, Civil Service Protecting Civil Society

Location: Remote (within the U.S.)

Salary: $180,000 - $250,000

About Movement Labs

This is a contingency role in the event that Trump wins the presidential election. Movement Labs is dedicated to stopping the far right and saving democracy. We bring new thinking to the most challenging problems in the political ecosystem and rigorously test our ideas. We’re bringing in a senior leadership team to lead our work to stop Trumpism and defeat fascism.

About the Position

The federal civil service is the bedrock of American government. It provides core services that allow families to thrive and the nation to function. If Trump is elected, these civil servants will also be pressured to apply retribution to pro-democracy forces - and many will resign rather than resisting that pressure.

Movement Labs seeks a senior leader to build a program organizing civil servants within the relevant federal bureaucracies to prevent that retribution from occurring. In the immediate aftermath of a Trump victory, we imagine the work will be to build a network of reputable civil servants within crucial departments that are committed to not resigning in advance of Schedule F, and who can support each other discreetly in upholding democracy.

The ideal candidate is well-networked within the DOJ, FBI, IRS, in that priority order, especially with senior career bureaucrats, and is ideally connected to Partnership for Public Service or other general civil service associations and networks. They are experienced in program development, organizing and educating others, and building partnerships. They also have management experience working with direct reports as well as managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Influence Civil Service Leaders: Persuade officials tasked with applying retribution to Trump’s political opponents to block his efforts.
• Strategy and Program Development: Build a program and a team to quickly and discreetly connect with and organize civil servants to advance priority strategies.
• Organizing and Education: Develop organizing strategies and tactics to educate and engage civil servants in campaigns to block Trump retribution efforts.
• Manage Teams: Build and manage teams of internal staff and external stakeholder volunteers and partners.
• Power Mapping: Utilize power mapping techniques to identify and engage key internal and external stakeholders within each agency.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external partners to align efforts and maximize impact.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Track progress, measure success, and provide regular updates to stakeholders regarding campaign developments and outcomes.
• Resource Management: Oversee budget and resource allocation for initiatives.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in federal civil service, with deep relationships with leadership in federal agencies.
• Proven leadership experience with a track record of managing teams and driving collaborative efforts.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate complex or sensitive policy issues into accessible messaging for a variety of audiences.
• Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms for outreach and engagement.
• Previous roles in political strategy or campaign management.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for progressive causes and commitment to social justice.

Why Join Us?

At Movement Labs, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a flexible, remote environment. You will have the chance to drive significant change in key states and make a lasting impact on the progressive movement.

Application Deadline: November 10, 2024

NRG Consulting Group is leading this search, and Megan Severson is supporting the sourcing work component for Movement Labs. Reach out to [email protected] and cc [email protected] with any questions.

Referral Bonus: If you refer someone for the role and they are hired and on the job for two months, Movement Labs will send you a $5,000 referral bonus.

Movement Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.