Engagement and Education Fellow (Fall 2026-Fall 2029)

ABOUT THE ACLU OF MAINE

We are the Maine affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union. We fight for equality, justice, and freedom for all people in Maine in the statehouse, in the courthouse, and through public education and engagement. We are active in the areas of criminal legal reform, racial justice, immigrants' rights, reproductive freedom, women's rights, Indigenous justice, LGBTQ equality, voting rights, privacy, and freedom of speech and religion. We are a passionate, highly motivated group and we are looking for exceptional talent to join our team. To learn more about us, visit our website (https://aclumaine.org/)

OPPORTUNITY

The ACLU of Maine seeks applicants for a full-time, grant-funded 3-year position of Engagement and Education Fellow. This is a hybrid role that has in-office requirements of two (2) days per week.

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit. It is represented by MSEA, SEIU Local 1989.

The Engagement and Education Fellow will support the active and successful operations of ACLU of Maine’s educational and outreach work. The person in this role will help to raise awareness of civil liberties and civil rights issues, history, and importance; mobilize individuals and communities around issues we are working on through our legal and policy departments; and enhance engagement and impact through volunteer programs, community partnerships, and outreach to supporters.

This position is based in Portland, with regular in-state travel as required for outreach activities and events.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Specific responsibilities include:

• Provide support for trainings, staff events, and educational opportunities to organizations and groups around the state (activities may include book clubs, court watch, workshops, trainings, film screenings, music performances, tabling at fairs and festivals, as well as events and gatherings for specific groups or in specific geographic areas).
• Conduct volunteer trainings and Know Your Rights presentations.
• Help to organize phone banks, rallies, lobby days, and other advocacy activities.
• Manage outreach material procurement and organization.
• Prepare materials and equipment for outreach events.
• Support creation of outreach and educational materials.
• Maintain volunteer management systems and data management processes to keep accurate records of engagement activities. Coordinate tabling program, including conducting volunteer tabling trainings.
• Assist with coordination of volunteer program.

Supervision

The Engagement and Education Fellow will work under the direct supervision of the Engagement and Education Director and as part of the integrated advocacy team, and will work together with all other ACLU of Maine departments.

Qualifications

The successful candidate is required to have the following:

• Passion for helping share information effectively, and skill in education, communications, or organizing.
• Ability to write and speak persuasively and effectively, especially in public settings.
• A strong understanding of, and demonstrated commitment to, civil liberties and civil rights, including freedom of speech and viewpoint diversity.
• Ability to work cooperatively with ACLU staff and community partners.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as needed and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines, while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
• Access to a car and willingness to travel throughout the state as needed.
• A commitment to equity that values the individual regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, political identity, or record of arrest or conviction.
• Willingness to work beyond 9-5 as needed, including occasional weekend meetings, presentations, and travel.
• Proficiency with computers: Windows, Microsoft Office, and Excel, in particular.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This is a full-time exempt position and the starting salary is $65,650. The salary is non-negotiable, consistent with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Excellent benefits include 20 days paid time off, 10 paid holidays, individual employer-provided health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, paid family medical leave, and 401(k) plan with employer match of up to 5.5%. Additionally, staff are paid during the following office closures: the first full week in August, the week of Thanksgiving, and from December 24 through January 1.

LOCATION

The ACLU of Maine’s office is based in Portland, Maine. Currently, staff work on a hybrid schedule, with all staff in the office on Tuesday and Wednesday.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume. Submit materials to careers@aclumaine.org and include your name and “Engagement and Education Fellow Job Posting” in the subject line. If you need assistance or accommodation, contact us at careers@aclumaine.org. Your cover letter should explain ways in which you satisfy the skills and qualifications specified above. We also invite applicants to include in their letter information about how their background and/or experiences could contribute to the diversity, cultural vitality, and perspective of our staff and our advocacy work.

The ACLU of Maine is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU of Maine encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, previous criminal convictions, and veteran status.

HIRING TIMELINE

Applications are due by July 15. We plan to contact you by July 19 if we are interested in moving your candidacy forward and hope to extend an offer by the end of July. This position will begin in August or September, 2026.