Denver Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO

Political Coordinator

Based in Denver, CO

 

The Denver Area Labor Federation is accepting résumés for those interested in applying for the open position of Political Coordinator. 

About Us:
The Denver Area Labor Federation (DALF) represents over 90,000 union members across the Denver metro area. DALF works to advance the rights of working families through political action, advocacy, and community organizing. For more information about our mission, visit: Denver Area Labor Federation

This position is for a driven, values-based individual who is committed to advancing the interests of working families and strengthening the labor movement across the Denver region. The Political Coordinator role is designed for someone who understands the power of collective action and is motivated to build political strength for unions through strategic engagement, thoughtful planning, and consistent execution.

The ideal candidate is someone who thrives at the intersection of politics, advocacy, and organizing—an individual who can translate a strategic vision into real-world action. This role is for a self-starter who is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while staying aligned with the Federation’s broader political goals.

At its core, this role is for someone who believes in the mission of the labor movement and is ready to play an active part in growing its political power—someone who not only wants to be involved but wants to make a measurable impact.

Position: Political Coordinator
Location: Denver, CO
Salary: $65,405
Experience Required: 2-3 years in political, labor, or community organizing
*This is a union-covered position with excellent health and fringe benefits. 

Overview: 
The following shall constitute the primary duties and responsibilities of this position. It is by no means intended to represent all duties and responsibilities attributed to this position.

Responsibilities:

• Meet the goals of the Federation as established by the DALF Strategic Plan and comply with all directives and assignments of the President. It shall be incumbent on this coordinator to request assistance as necessary in fulfilling his/her duties. 
• Work in a team to develop and implement political action strategies aligned with DALF’s goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, candidates, affiliated Union leaders and coalition partners.
• Coordinate member education on political issues and train members on civic engagement.
• Organize voter registration drives, endorsement processes, and GOTV efforts.
• Track Municipal, county, school district, and special district policy and legislation that impacts working families and mobilize responses.
• Represent DALF at public events and meetings.
• Complete duties as assigned by the DALF President in support of our political goals.
• Participate in union events, actions, conferences, meetings, and trainings as needed. 
• Execute all duties and responsibilities as assigned by the President of the Federation.
• Meet established timelines while maintaining a high standard of professionalism and accountability.
• Coordinate with all Federation staff on the implementation of DALF Strategic Plan in support of our organizational goals. 
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as needed or directed, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness to organizational needs.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in political organizing or labor advocacy.
• Strong knowledge of political landscape in the greater Denver Area.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently while managing multiple projects.
• Is passionate about workers’ rights, economic justice, and building stronger communities
• Can build and maintain relationships with affiliates, elected officials, candidates, and community partners.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, with the ability to motivate and mobilize others
• Must be able to travel as needed to support organizational goals.
• This is not a standard 9-to-5 role; flexibility is required, including the ability to work irregular hours as needed and with little to immediate notice. 

Preferred qualifications: 

• Experience with voter databases (like VAN)
• Design software experience
• experience with Google platform (Drive, Sheets, Docs, etc.)
• Experience with voter outreach targeting and messaging stop

How to Apply:
All résumés are to be emailed in PDF format to DALF President Jon Alvino jalvino@smw9.com. 

Your subject line for the email should be your first initial, last name “Political Coordinator” Résumé. Example: J.Doe Political Coordinator Résumé 

The instructions and information for this position are as follows: 

• Résumés will be accepted from April 1, 2026, to April 15, 2026. 
• Résumés received after April 15, 2026, will not be considered for the position 
• Résumés should not exceed two pages. 
• Résumés should contain background, accomplishments, skills, relevant experience and education
• Résumés should be accompanied by a cover letter 
• Résumés may include no more than three letters of reference 

Questions should be emailed to DALF President Jon Alvino jalvino@smw9.com