Job Posting - Campaign Coordinator/Manager for State Representative Erin Zwiener - Austin, TX

[David Janise]

Position Availability: Immediately

Campaign Coordinator/Manager Job Description: Campaign Coordinator/Manager for a progressive incumbent representing Texas House District 45 (Hays and Blanco Counties). Dependent upon previous experience and skills the applicant may be considered for either a Campaign Coordinator position, which would be the only full-time position through the March primary, or a permanent Campaign Manager position. If hired at the Campaign Coordinator level, after the primary the position will either be elevated to Campaign Manager or transitioned to another full-time position, depending on performance. If hired at the Campaign Manager level, the position will be consistent through the general election in November.

Location: Applicant must be able to travel throughout Hays and Blanco Counties, as well as to the Austin area occasionally.

Responsibilities: The Campaign Coordinator/Manager will lead the candidate’s campaign team overseeing, but not limited to, the following:

• ●  Formulating, managing, and executing a campaign plan.

• ●  Coordinating the day-to-day operations of the campaign.

• ●  Creating and monitoring the campaign’s use of social media in order to maximize impact and reach.

• ●  Defining roles and negotiating contracts with vendors, consultants, and staff.

• ●  Assisting the coordination and implementation of all fundraising operations.

• ●  The creation and implementation of the campaign budget.

• ●  The hiring and management of campaign staff.

• ●  Maintaining and fostering relationships with constituents and stakeholders.

• ●  Other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications

• ●  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

• ●  Proficient in Google Suite.

• ●  Ability to learn new technological platforms. (We currently use Wix, Microsoft Office, Google Suite,

  VAN, Slack, NGP, Adobe Suite, Canva, Mailchimp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Tweetdeck.)

• ●  Strong written communication skills.

• ●  Excellent attention to details and highly organized.

• ●  Strong time management skills and ability to manage shifting priorities.

• ●  Ability to problem solve.

• ●  Willingness to learn and ask questions.

• ●  Ability to work both alone and as a member of a team.

• ●  Reliable transportation.

• ●  Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

• ●  Demonstrated commitment to progressive politics.

• Unimpeachable personal ethics.

Preferred Qualifications: ( Applicants at the campaign manager level should have at least half of these.)

• ●  2+ cycles of campaign management experience.

• ●  Experience managing staff.

• ●  Experience working with candidates and/or officeholders one-on-one and prioritizing their time.

• ●  Proven record in coalition building, grassroots, or field campaign organizing.

• ●  Existing relationships with advocacy groups and members of the Texas Democratic Coalition.

• ●  Knowledge of NGP and VAN.

• ●  Working knowledge of state campaign and ethics finance law.

• ●  Strong oral communication skills.

• ●  Knowledge of House District 45.

• ●  Knowledge of state-level politics in Texas.

Big Bonuses

• ●  Living currently or previously in House District 45.

• ●  Spanish fluency.

• ●  Graphic design skills.

• ●  Professional writing background.

• ●  Experience using Wix.

• ●  Experience with public relations and social media.

• ●  Experience with email campaigns.

• Digital fundraising experience.

Compensation: This is a salaried position. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

To Apply : To apply, please email info @erinforyall.com with “Campaign Coordinator/Manager Application” in

the title along with your cover letter, resume, two writing samples, and three professional references.

Women, candidates of color, LGBTQ-identified candidates, disabled candidates, and others from traditionally underrepresented groups in politics are encouraged to apply.