Position: Senior Organizer or Organizing Manager
Preferred Location: AZ, CO, DMV area, IL, IN, MN, NM, PA or TX
Brief Description: DWN is looking for a Senior Organizer or Organizing Manager that will help build the power of the Network and our members by providing key support to the development and implementation of campaign strategies and growing DWN’s capacity to support local, regional and national efforts challenging detention. The Senior Organizer or Organizing Manager will work with members and DWN staff to draft and implement statewide, regional and national campaigns; engage in public education and training, outreach and ally building activities; and coordinate key
membership calls and events.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to applications received by May 21, 2026.
Learn more about the position and apply by May 21, 2026.
Salary Range: $65,000 – $70,000 (Senior Organizer), $70,000 - $80,000 (Organizing Manager)
Why work for DWN?
Paid Time Off: Staff are eligible for 3 weeks in their first year of employment; 4 weeks during years two through seven; and 5 weeks after eight years of employment; plus, we close for two weeks at the end of the year.
Commitment to our staff: DWN invests in staff growth and professional development opportunities and is committed to providing regular feedback and opportunities for advancement.
Crystal clear focus: Our team gets to work with dedicated and growing
membership committed to the abolition of immigration detention.
Wellness Fund: We know that this work can be physically and emotionally taxing, so DWN offers a wellness fund to all staff: a stipend of $500 per year to go towards personal health and self-care (yoga classes, therapy co-pays, massages, workout gear—whatever works for you!)
Added perks: we offer generous benefits and salaries, a monthly cell phone
stipend to all staff, plus eligibility for an eight-week sabbatical after three
years on staff.
