LIBRE Regional Field Manager, South East Wisconsin

About the role

This position builds and sustains a network of grassroots leaders across Green Bay to advance public policy solutions that expand opportunity. The role focuses on mobilizing community members and driving reforms within the framework of the Stand Together philanthropic community and its guiding principles. You will set the direction for your team and build the conditions necessary for their success as you hire, coach, and hold people accountable to high standards. Leadership in this role requires you to provide clear context, remove obstacles, and ensure your team has the resources to deliver on ambitious policy goals. Your effectiveness will be measured by team outcomes, retention, and the delivery of durable reforms. You are expected to be visible, predictable, and generous with context to foster a high-performing environment. This is a leadership position that demands strategic thinking, strong communication, and decisive action to guide public policy advocacy.

Key facts

What you'll do

Identify and strengthen community leadership in Green Bay while inspiring advocates to take meaningful action on public policy issues.

Connect local leaders to LIBRE training and resources so they can effectively advance policy goals and build their organizing capacity.

Organize public engagement events through calls, social media, and neighborhood conversations to educate people on critical policy issues.

Maintain regular communication with activists to ensure they remain motivated, informed, and active in their roles and responsibilities.

Work flexible evenings and weekends to support priority initiatives and endorsed candidates that require focused attention.

Hire, coach, and hold team members accountable to ensure high performance and alignment with organizational objectives.

Build strategic relationships with stakeholders to create a collaborative environment for advancing policy solutions.

Utilize digital tools to support organizing efforts and accurately track data related to advocacy progress and engagement metrics.

Champion a culture of transformation, innovation, and respect in all interactions with staff, partners, and community members.

Drive the planning and execution of campaigns that expand opportunity and address the needs of the Green Bay community.

Ensure that all activities are conducted in strict compliance with Stand Together's cultural principles and operational guidelines.

Adapt to shifting priorities and manage multiple events and activities simultaneously while keeping partners engaged and informed.

Foster an atmosphere of collaboration with LIBRE staff and activists to maximize the impact of public policy efforts.

Serve as a key liaison between the philanthropic community and local advocates to align strategies and resources effectively.

Requirements

The posting states a bachelor's degree is required for this position.

Fluency in Spanish and English is necessary to communicate effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders.

Relationship-building skills enable you to quickly connect with people from varied backgrounds and establish trust.

Knowledge of state and federal public policy landscapes supports informed advocacy and strategic decision-making.

A self-motivated approach ensures effective use of time and the achievement of clear objectives.

Strong organization skills keep multiple events and activities on track for both you and engaged partners.

Collaborative work with LIBRE staff and activists is required for success in this role.

Canvassing neighborhoods and making phone calls for LIBRE and AFP initiatives must be performed with consistent enthusiasm.

Commitment to Stand Together's culture of transformation, innovation, and respect is maintained in all actions.

Ability to obtain required work authorization and comply with visa regulations as applicable to the position.

Willingness to travel within Wisconsin as needed to engage with community members and partners.

Capacity to perform under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Dedication to upholding the highest ethical standards in all public policy and advocacy work.

Nice to have

Experience in grassroots advocacy, community organization, or political campaigns brings relevant context and practical insight.

Volunteer or staff supervisory experience helps in leading teams effectively and developing emerging leaders.

Practical notes

The position operates within a non-hierarchical environment that emphasizes entrepreneurial action and initiative.

Questions to ask

Useful questions for the interview: what a typical week looks like, how work is assigned, what tools the team uses, and how feedback works. Asking how the role has changed recently and what the team wishes it had known when joining is also reasonable. Questions about the manager's priorities are especially valued.

Career growth

Leadership careers move from manager to senior manager, director, and executive roles. Each step adds more scope and more responsibility for outcomes. The best leaders keep learning how to delegate, communicate, and decide effectively. Leadership careers reward a record of building and developing people, with greater influence shaping the whole organization.