Job Description
The Advocacy Manager is a key member of Transportation Choices Coalition, who works to build public will and political support to pass progressive transportation policy. This role organizes winning coalitions at the intersection of transportation, land use, environment, climate, labor, and social justice that advance TCC’s mission and vision of more transportation choices and opportunities for all.
The Advocacy Manager reports to the Policy Director. This person is responsible for building relationships with community-based organizations, nonprofits, labor leaders, private sector stakeholders, elected officials and agency leaders. This person shapes public narratives and education campaigns in coordination with the Communications Manager and Education and Engagement Manager.
This dynamic role covers advocacy and political work at all levels of government, but particularly the Washington State legislature and supporting statewide transit ballot measures. On any given day this person may be facilitating a coalition meeting, testifying at a board or council meeting, or planning an advocacy campaign with partners. As part of a small and mighty team, this person will assist in other cross-functional work, including fundraising and event support.
Flexible schedule with some night and weekend work required.