[GAINPOWER.org: Jobs That Are Left] Field Director - Kallos for Manhattan Borough President

January 3, 2021

[GAINPOWER.org: Jobs That Are Left] Field Director - Kallos for Manhattan Borough President

Job Description: Field Director, Ben Kallos for Manhattan Borough President


About Ben Kallos:

Councilmember Ben Kallos, running for Manhattan Borough President, is hiring a Field Director to manage a robust field program that will require volunteer and community engagement, data management, and running a rigorous internship program. 


Ben Kallos, co-chair of the Progressive Caucus on the Council, has spent the last 7 years fighting for true reform in New York City. Ben's passion is to support his community and live his values, which is why he voted to defund the NYPD, and why he has fought to get corrupt money out of politics. As Borough President, Ben will fight to make Manhattan a borough that is truly affordable, advances racial justice, promotes sustainability, and supports working people and their families.


Qualifications:

  • At least 2 cycles of field experience on campaigns 

  • Proficiency in using VAN/Votebuilder

  • Experience managing volunteers and hiring interns

  • Positive attitude and passion for local politics

  • Ability to live in NYC, preferably Manhattan or with reasonable access to the Borough

  • Willing and ready to work nights and weekends

 

Responsibilities:

Candidates for this full time staff position should have progressive values and be invested in fighting for a better borough. Applicants should be committed to electing a progressive leader as Manhattan Borough President. Tasks may include but will not be limited to:

  • Community & Political Relations: coordinating with local Democratic clubs and community leaders, tracking endorsement processes 

  • Petitions: Bottom-lining the petitions process, and managing the team to collect signatures

  • Volunteer Engagement: Recruiting and engaging supporters to volunteer for the campaign

  • Voter Outreach: Creating and implementing a plan for successful voter engagement

  • Data Management: Systematically collecting, organizing and analyzing field data


Compensation and Benefits:


  • Salary range for this position is $4,000 - $6,000 per month depending on experience level, with healthcare stipend in addition

  • This is a full-time position and will report directly to the Campaign Manager


To apply: email resume and a brief statement of interest to hannah@kallos.nyc


Candidates for this job should have a track record of working in fast-paced campaign environments. We are looking for individuals with strong progressive values, and are excited to work with a respectful and collaborative team.


Our campaign is committed to equity, inclusion, access, and anti-racism, and we strongly encourage people from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Team Kallos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

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