Careers

The States United Democracy team is growing! We are looking to build out key positions as we work to protect the integrity of our elections and serve as a resource to state leaders. Check out the job postings below for the latest openings and opportunities.

States United values a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer, and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Open Positions

Request for Proposal: Grant Writer

Location: Remote

The States United Democracy Center seeks a contract grant writer to assist with grant proposals and applications for renewals of our existing grants. We are seeking a grant writer with a proven track record in writing successful proposals for non-profits from diverse funding sources.

The grant writer will work closely with the Development team at States United, including the Chief Operating Officer, the Development Associate, and members of the executive team at the organization. The grant writer will be expected to quickly learn about the organization and its activities so that they can translate these activities into successful proposals.

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Request for Proposal: Communications and Digital Consultancy

Location: Remote

The States United Democracy Center/States United Action is seeking ongoing communications and digital support to amplify our pro-democracy efforts. Our communications team has grown significantly in the past year, and we seek a partner who can provide additional capacity and thought partnership as we work to amplify the importance of the states in the fight to protect our democracy. Ahead of 2024, we are focused on strengthening our communications and digital infrastructure, strategically building our profile, improving our communications offerings to grasstops audiences, and exploring new digital strategies and tactics.

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Request for Proposal: Digital Support and Graphic Design

Location: Remote

Through this request for proposals, the States United Democracy Center/States United Action is seeking digital/brand support in 3 main categories: 

• Ongoing graphic design 
• Branding and template creation 
• Microsite design and development  

We are looking for an experienced and nimble consultant(s) or firm to quickly integrate with our team and provide a breadth of digital and brand support. 

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Counsel

Location: Remote

The Counsel will be a core member of the organization’s legal department. The Counsel will work with a team of internal and external lawyers and policy experts to analyze election and voting laws, provide legal guidance to the organization and state officials, and bring and support litigation to protect elections, voting, and democracy.

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Deputy Communications Director

Location: Remote

The Deputy Communications Director will help lead States United’s Communications Department, which includes staff and consultants focused on messaging, earned, paid, and digital media. This role will report to the Communications Director and work closely with the organization’s executive team, policy, legal, state engagement, and research departments.

The Deputy Communications Director will support the development and execution of States United’s long-term and day-to-day communications strategy, including overseeing projects, digital assets, media outreach, messaging research and development, key stakeholder support, and media training. The Deputy Communications Director will manage projects and staff. This position will be integral to strengthening the Communications and Digital team ahead of the 2024 election cycle.

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Digital Communications Intern

Location: Remote

Working closely with the Senior Digital Manager, the Intern will provide administrative and programmatic support to the Communications team. The Intern will also have an opportunity to learn about traditional and digital communications, democracy and election protection, and the operations of a non-profit.

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Manager of Finance (Non-Profit)

Location: Remote

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Manager of Finance is responsible for all day-to-day financial functions of States United and will develop and implement organizational and departmental expenditure tracking methods. This is an individual contributor role within the Operations team and will work closely with States United’s external financial partner to support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities.

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Manager of People (HR)

Location: Remote

The Manager of People will be a core member of States United’s Operations/Human Resources team.  This role will report to and work closely with the Director of People to provide support to the organization in all functional areas of human resources with emphasis on recruitment, HRIS/system maintenance, staff training and regulatory compliance, and community building across the organization’s geographically distributed, remote workforce.

The Manager of People will also assist the Director of People with employee relations issues and other human resources initiatives as needed. This position is expected to model States United’s values of integrity, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and excellence, and to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Research Assistant

Location: Remote

The Research Assistant (RA) works closely with, and in support of, the Research Director to provide quantitative and qualitative research support, as well as administrative support including scheduling, and preparation for meetings. Primary duties include research support, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to schedule meetings; preparing agendas, background materials, and memos for meetings; detailed note taking; formatting, proofreading, and fact checking research, reports, and other materials; drafting emails and correspondence on behalf of the Research Director; and ensuring a strong communication flow among team members by playing a liaison role.

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