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Regional Advocacy Manager
Category: Community Engagement and Organizing
Regional Advocacy Manager
Overview
The Regional Advocacy Manager coordinates and supports Rail Passengers’ network of
advocates in a defined geographic area, serving as the link between national leadership
and local advocates.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee a cohort of regional advocates (Routes Spokespersons, Certified
Advocates).
Provide coaching, resources, and policy updates to volunteers.
Ensure local advocacy aligns with national strategy.
Report regional progress and needs to the VP of Government Affairs.
Qualifications
Prior advocacy or organizing experience preferred.
Strong communication and mentoring skills.
Familiarity with passenger rail issues at the state and local level.
Time Commitment
~6–10 hours per month.
Volunteer Benefits
Leadership role in grassroots advocacy.
Connection to national and regional policy discussions.
Opportunity to develop management and mentoring skills.
Professional experience and references.
Should be a Rail Passengers member or prepared to join Rail Passengers to participate. To
apply, send a resume, clips/links and a cover letter by email to [email protected].
"On behalf of Amtrak’s onboard service staff, I want to thank the Rail Passengers Association for honoring their hard work with this award. The past couple years have indeed been difficult for Amtrak onboard service staff – coping with furloughs and job insecurity, adapting to changing protocols and services, not to mention the unfortunate events such as a tragic derailment and a fatal shooting. Nevertheless, our dedicated members at Amtrak have handled these hurdles with the care, attention and diligence for which they’re known. We thank Rail Passengers for their acknowledgement of our members’ hard work and, as always, look forward to seeing you on the rails."
Arthur Maratea, TCU/IAM National President
December 21, 2021, on the Association awarding its 2021 Golden Spike Award to the Frontline Amtrak Employees.