Location: Danbury, CT
Compensation: $800-$1200/week, depending on experience. If housing is an issue we can try to figure out an arrangement.
Timeline: Full time from mid-August through Election Day (November 6, 2018),
A progressive champion running for state senate in one of Connecticut's most flippable districts seeks a campaign manager. With the Connecticut Senate tied 18-18, this seat is crucial in securing a Democratic majority and protecting progress for Connecticut's working families.
We are seeking a campaign manager to oversee all day-to-day operations of the campaign, and help develop strategy with our local team. Responsibilities include:
Manage a team, including any paid organizers and canvass operations, a treasurer and deputy treasurer, communications and social media staff, data entry, and volunteer coordinator
Oversee all aspects of the research, drafting and execution of a statewide campaign plan, including field; communications & messaging; and volunteer recruitment
Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and staff.
Build a broad, effective grassroots campaign including, but not limited to, coalition building, extensive volunteer management, and voter contact
Oversee the development of all paid media production, distribution and broadcast (online ads and direct mail).
Manage aggressive free media campaign, including social media posts, letters to the editor, and editorials/op-eds
Draft or manage drafting of public content, press releases, outreach emails, and other written materials.
Manage fiduciary oversight, legal administration and adherence to campaign finance reporting requirements. This work will be performed in close collaboration with the treasurer and deputy treasurer
Manage the candidate's time and priorities. This includes staffing the candidate at events during the day, at night, and on the weekends
Desire qualifications/Requirements:
Excellent work ethic, and a passion for winning. Ability to work on multiple projects with tight deadlines and on many nights and weekends.
A proven track record in coalition building, grassroots or field campaign organizing.
Team player - ability to manage conflict with savvy and maturity, including experience working with volunteers
Strong writing skills.
Excellent follow-through and attention to detail. This position will require self-discipline
Ability to work with diverse communities, serve as a team leader, and maintain a sense of humor.
Drivers license and a car.
To apply: please email your resume, a short writing sample (less than 2 pages and does not need to be campaign-related), and two references to Lindsay at lfarrell@workingfamilies.org. No calls please. This position will be open until filled and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Women and people of color are particularly encouraged to apply.
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