About Young Americans For Liberty
Founded from the 2008 Ron Paul Presidential Campaign, Young Americans for Liberty (YAL) is the nation’s largest pro-liberty youth movement, building a powerful network of activists to transform states into beacons of freedom.
We utilize a 3 step "Build - Elect - Pass" model is driving real change in America's political system:
- Build: We are building the largest nationwide movement of committed youth activists on American college campuses. We have chapters established on over 500 campuses and with over 327,000 students on campus.
- Elect: Mobilize our base of committed youth activists to be the grassroots muscle on campaigns of principled liberty legislators through Operation Win at the Door. Since 2018, we've built a coalition of 400 active legislators in our National Liberty Legislator Coalition.
- Pass: Use this coalition of principled liberty legislators to pass transformative policy at the state level. This coalition has already passed over 750 liberty bills spanning from Universal School Choice, to Constitutional Carry, to major tax cuts and so much more. You can view the full list of bills passed at YALiberty.org/Liberty-Bills.
Vision
Our vision is to create Liberty Lighthouse States that will Transform Our States into Beacons of Liberty.
To do this, we've set an ambitious goal to raise $150 million over the next five years to make this possible.
We are building a highly skilled Development and Marketing team to achieve this goal – who have already raised $63 million in pursuit of this vision.
We are willing to pay above-market rates for a person with experience, a strong cultural fit, and an unwavering belief in the principles of liberty.
YAL has a confidential detailed plan to achieve our vision of Liberty Lighthouse States as well a detailed plan to raise $150 million by 2030 and how this role will be instrumental to achieving that plan.
Both documents can be shared with serious candidates in the interview process,
Our Values & Culture
YAL's culture is built on 5 foundational values:
- Goal Setting: We orient our work towards specific goals that align with achieving our long-term vision.
- Trust the Truth: We pursue the truth and are honest in all we do, even when it’s difficult. There should never be a situation where lying is the right answer if we’re truthful from the beginning.
- Grassroots Mobilization: We win on principle by generating grassroots pressure on the politicians. Unless you are politically feared, you will not be politically respected. Education alone is not enough.
- Principle: We believe in liberty — which provides the freedom to choose and requires taking responsibility for your choices — and individual rights — which must be respected at all times.
- Power of the Individual: We recognize everyone has an innate ability to make a difference. Therefore, we are dedicated to aligning your goals and developing your strengths so you can unlock your full potential.
Candidates who will fit in with YAL's culture tend to be principled, entrepreneurial, passionate, and comfortable with ambitious goals and a fast-paced work environment.
Overview of the Position
The Deputy Regional Director (DRD) plays a critical frontline role in expanding and supporting the pro-liberty movement on college campuses within their assigned region. As a member of the Campus team, the DRD is responsible for cultivating grassroots growth by identifying, educating, training and mobilizing pro-liberty students into active members and organizing them into functioning campus chapters.
This position serves as a mobilizer, mentor, and manager-empowering student leaders, advancing chapter development, and contributing to the success of YAL’s national and regional initiatives. DRDs are also key players in on-the-ground activism efforts and legislative initiatives, working in close partnership with other internal departments such as Grassroots.
ROLES | RESPONSIBILITIES | EXPECTATIONS |
Team Management [15%] | - Manage and mentor the State Chair contractors within the region, providing oversight and strategic direction.
| - Ensure State Chairs are meeting expectations and operating effectively.
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Lead Generation & Chapter Formation [40%] | - Actively engage on college campuses to identify students interested in the liberty movement, pitch YAL’s mission, and recruit prospects into expanding their interests in YAL.
- Guide students through the membership process and assist them in forming official YAL chapters.
| - Maintain a consistent flow of qualified leads, successfully launch new chapters across the region, and hit monthly recruitment and activation goals.
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Chapter Development & Activism Support [25%] | - Support existing chapters by providing coaching, strategic guidance, and education and training.
- Help organize activism events and mobilize chapters to participate in national campaigns like the Student Rights Campaigns.
| - Foster strong chapter performance and retention; ensure each chapter is consistently active, well-led, and regularly participating in advocacy and events.
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Event Recruitment & Mobilization
[20%] | - Promote and recruit for national and regional YAL events by reaching out to students and organizing travel, logistics, and coordination within the region.
| - Meet or exceed recruitment targets for major events and ensure high-quality representation from the region
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Qualification for the position
- Passion for individual liberty and limited government
- Experience in campus activism or chapter leadership preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational ability and time management
- Comfortable with travel and field work across a multi-state region
- Demonstrated ability to manage teams and mobilize volunteers
- Willingness to adapt in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment