Democratic Congressional Candidate in Highly Competitive NY District-1
Hiring Campaign Fundraising Staff
Dave Calone, a Long Island businessman and former state and federal prosecutor, is challenging incumbent Republican Congressman Lee Zeldin in New York's 1st Congressional District (which includes most of Central and Eastern Suffolk County). This is one of a small number of Congressional seats in the country won by President Obama twice, but currently held by a Republican.
Dave Calone has started and helped build companies around the country as the CEO of Jove Equity Partners. He has founded and/or served as a director of companies in the internet, software, health care, real estate, energy, digital media, and entertainment industries. Calone has served as the volunteer Chairman of the Suffolk County Planning Commission where he has led a variety of efforts to grow the regional economy and to protect the air we breathe and the water we drink.
As a federal prosecutor at the U.S. Department of Justice, Calone worked on prosecuting cases involving corporate fraud, and terrorism. As a state prosecutor, he investigated violations of the public trust and combated health care fraud.
Dave is a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Law School.
Prior campaign and fundraising experience is not required for this position. This job would be an excellent opportunity for recent college/law school graduates and others who are interested in pursuing a career in Democratic politics or looking for a once in a lifetime experience.
Responsibilities include:
• Traveling and working directly with the Candidate
• Organizing and coordinating fundraising events
• Compiling and analyzing data, research
• Developing and implementing strategic plans
Applicants for this position must:
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be able to write clearly and concisely
• Be able to balance and prioritize multiple projects
• Have proven organizational skills
• Be personable and enjoy working with others
• Be comfortable communicating on the telephone
• Ideally, have NGP or other database experience
To apply, email cover letter and resume to Lori@CALONEforCONGRESS.com