JOB ALERT: Leadership Institute, Field Representative

Campus Reform periodically posts job and internship opportunities in the Conservative Movement targeted at college students or recent graduates. Below is more information on this position’s responsibilities and requirements. 

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About the organization 

Founded in 1979 by its president, Morton C. Blackwell, LI provides training in campaigns, fundraising, grassroots organizing, youth politics, and communications. The Institute teaches conservatives of all ages how to succeed in politics, government, and the media. The Institute offers more than 50 types of training schools, workshops, and seminars; a free employment placement service; and a national field program that trains conservative students to organize campus groups. Since 1979, LI has trained more than 250,000 conservative activists, leaders, and students. The Institute’s unique college campus network has grown to more than 2,300 conservative campus groups and newspapers.

Job Summary

To apply, email your resume to Celtin Clardie at CClardie@leadershipinstitute.org 

The Leadership Institute seeks Field Representatives for the 2023-2024 Academic Year. 

This position is for the 2023-2024 school year from July 24th, 2023 to May 3rd, 2024. With five weeks of paid vacation in between the Fall and Spring semesters. Before employment all required training is compensated, and will begin in Arlington, VA on July 6th, 2023. 

If selected for the LI Field Representative program, you will travel to college campuses within your assigned region through the end of the academic year. At each college, you will recruit, train, and inspire students to promote and defend conservative principles on their campus. 

This position is remote and based in an assigned state/region.

LI Field Representatives help students start conservative student organizations or publications on campus and provide them with the skills they need to help their group succeed. 

Field Reps will receive a company card for approved travel and business expenses and receive per diem and paid mileage. 

Field Representatives will earn the following

• $3,033 base monthly salary

• An Additional $5,000 per semester in overtime pay during peak recruitment periods  

• $4,000 as a contract completion bonus to be paid in May 

• Two, semesterly performance bonuses of $3,000 

• Paid training  

• Travel costs covered 

• Tech stipend   

• 100% employer paid HMO health insurance plan for employee and family 

• Employer HSA contribution; ability to contribute additional funds to HSA and FSA 

• 100% employer paid vision plan for employee and family 

• 100% employer paid dental plan for employee and family with optional low-cost orthodontics coverage upgrade 

• A 403(b)-retirement plan  

• Short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, $50,000 life insurance plan. 

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer 

• Access to all Institute training and career development programs 

In total, after 40 weeks, a Field Rep can expect to earn up to $48,000, plus travel expenses.  

 After completing the LI Field Representative program, former Field Reps have gone on to work for conservative think tanks, consulting firms, congressional offices, and national and state political parties. Some have even started their own conservative non-profits or have run for political office. 

Being an LI Field Rep opens doors to the political world. 

Don’t miss this great opportunity to launch your political career today! 

Apply now -- this may be the most exciting job you’ll ever have, and spots go FAST. Over 1,200 inquiries were made into the program last year. 

Required Skills 

Candidates for this position must have a knowledge and understanding of conservative philosophy with a dedication to grassroots activism and organization.  

Candidates should also have strong interpersonal skills and should excel in both written and oral communication. 

This position involves re-location and a great deal of travel. Candidates for this position must be willing to relocate anywhere in the continental United States for the 2023-2024 Academic School Year.

Due to the travel requirements of this position, interested candidates must have the following items to be considered: 

• Valid U.S. driver’s license 

• Auto insurance 

• Automobile 

• Laptop computer 

• Cell phone 

• Willing to relocate 

How to Apply 

To apply, email your resume to Celtin Clardie at  CClardie@leadershipinstitute.org 

Bonus Qualifications: 

- Experience as a leader or member of a student organization

- Experience building a grassroots organization 

- Experience running for office or working on a political campaign 

- Strong public speaking skills 

- Experience shooting video 

- Active social media presence 

Required Qualifications

Candidates for this position must have a knowledge and understanding of conservative philosophy with a dedication to grassroots activism and organization. Candidates should also have strong interpersonal skills and should excel in both written and oral communication.

This position involves re-location and a great deal of travel. Candidates for this position must be willing to relocate anywhere in the continental United States for the 2021 fall semester. Due to the travel requirements of this position, interested candidates must have the following items to be considered:

- Valid U.S. driver’s license

- Auto insurance

- Automobile

- Laptop computer

- Cell phone

Bonus Qualifications

- Experience as a leader or member of a student organization

- Experience building a grassroots organization

- Experience running for office or working on a political campaign

- Strong public speaking skills

- Experience shooting video

- Active social media presence

See the job posting here.