About Open New York

Open New York (ONY) is a grassroots, non-profit organization advocating for abundant homes and lower rent. With a rapidly growing staff and hundreds of active volunteer members across the State of New York, ONY seeks to implement local and statewide policy changes that expand housing options for all New Yorkers. From Rochester to the Rockaways, ONY is organizing to pass innovative and necessary legislation to finally dig New York out of its decades-long housing shortage.

About the Role

Open New York is seeking a dynamic Organizing Coordinator to develop our Hudson Valley chapter. This role is perfect for a skilled community builder who thrives on bringing people together, growing grassroots membership, and advancing bold housing policy. The Coordinator will recruit and engage volunteers, organize events and trainings, and represent Open New York at civic and legislative gatherings.

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Director of Organizing, manage day-to-day operations for Open New York’s Hudson Valley chapter, including:
  • Oversee a robust volunteer recruitment program to grow Open New York’s membership in the Hudson Valley, focusing on both traditional and unconventional ways to connect our work to many audiences
  • Welcome new members to the organization and lead regular new-member orientations and trainings
  • Organize regular member events, including frequent social events, and assist members in organizing their own meetups
  • Personally engage with Hudson Valley members at all activity levels, from daily users of our Slack to infrequent members who attend one community meeting a year, to deepen connections and encourage more involvement
• Track and report on member engagement to ensure that ONY is growing its Hudson Valley membership effectively and keeping members involved, and engage with any members who become less active to identify potential concerns
• Regularly attend important civic meetings and other participatory events throughout the Hudson Valley, with a primary focus on cities including Kingston, Poughkeepsie, and Newburgh
• In collaboration with the Political Director, help to plan and execute canvassing events for ONY’s endorsed elected officials
• In collaboration with the State Legislative Manager, help to plan and execute lobbying events in Albany during the State legislative session from January to June each year

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Three to five years of professional experience with a preference for community engagement and/or organizing experience
• A creative mindset and a demonstrated ability to take initiative
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to connect effectively with people from all backgrounds
• A demonstrated ability to rally a group from all different backgrounds around a set of objectives or goals
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to create clear, concise, and compelling narratives that drive member engagement
• A demonstrated ability to host focus groups, teach-ins, rallies, webinars, community meetings and to deliver testimony
• Strong workflow, time-management and organizational skills
• Experience moderating forums such as subreddits, Slacks, or Discord Servers
• Flexible, creative and critical thinking skills that enable them to think of many ways to reach goals
• A team player mentality
• Passion for Open New York’s mission to fight for equitable development that expands all housing options for New Yorkers
• Willingness and excitement to travel to community events throughout the Hudson Valley

Location

Anywhere in the Hudson Valley, with a preference for proximity to Kingston, Poughkeepsie, or Newburgh. The job requires frequent travel throughout the Hudson Valley to recruit and engage with members and to attend community events. Regular access to a car is preferred, and Open New York will reimburse for mileage spent.

Travel

• Monthly or bimonthly visits to Open New York’s office in New York City for full-team collaboration and events. Travel costs will be covered.
• Occasional visits to Albany during the State legislative session (January to June) each year. Travel costs will be covered.

Hours

• This role will occasionally require evening or weekend work, such as during events, meetings, or critical project deadlines. Employees will be supported in flexing their schedules to accommodate this time.

Additional Information

This a full time, exempt position, with a salary range of $65,000 - $75,000, depending on the successful candidate’s location and experience. The deadline for submitting applications to the Hudson Valley Organizing Coordinator position is October 3, 2025.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• 13 paid holidays
• 20 paid vacation days
• 20 paid sick days
• 16 weeks paid parental leave

Equal Employment Opportunity

Open New York is committed to a diverse workforce, and we seek diversity among applicants for this position. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Open New York is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.