Executive Director with County Democratic Organization (Central NJ)

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POSITION: Executive Director with County Democratic Organization

LOCATION: Central New Jersey

TYPE: Full Time

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Executive Director, working with the Chair and Executive Committee, develops and implements the organization’s strategic plan and oversees the administration and programs of the organization, including political affairs, personnel, membership, fundraising, communications, and technology.

 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

County Committee Affairs

• Schedule and facilitate meetings for the Chair, Executive Committee and Finance Committee, nominating conventions and re-organization meetings
• Maintain the organization’s calendar of events
• Oversee compliance and other administrative requirements including filing deadlines

Political Affairs

• Develop and implement a plan to strengthen and expand the organization
• Develop the organization’s election strategies
• Assist federal, state, county and municipal campaigns with election needs
• Conduct coordinated field operations and GOTV programs

Office & Scheduling

• Staff campaign headquarters and conduct general office work
• Maintain the organization’s records and files

Personnel & Internship Program

• Responsible for all aspects of internship program including promotion, recruitment and management
• Recruiting and coordinating volunteers for events, the headquarters and campaign staffing
  

Fundraising

• Work with a Finance Committee Chair and consultants to create a yearly fundraising plan and oversee its execution
• Organize, plan and execute fundraising events
• Assist the organization's Treasurer with compliance

Communications

• Create a comprehensive communications plan, including messaging, media outreach, press releases, web and email, and oversee its execution
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with national, state and county elected officials and organizations

Technology

• Develop and maintain the organization's web presence via the website, Facebook, Twitter and other digital platforms

 

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Minimum of 2 cycles as paid campaign staff for county, state or federal elections
• Experience supervising and managing a professional staff
• Bachelors Degree required; Political Science major is a plus

 

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Strong communicator in writing, presentations and in interpersonal communication
• Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills
• Strong knowledge of campaign strategy, public policy, municipal, county and state government. Knowledge of New Jersey politics is a plus
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment, prioritize a large work load and effectively delegate responsibility
• Able to direct the efforts of a team including elected officials, party officials and supporters
• Ability to recruit and motivate volunteers and communicate respectfully and productively with a wide variety of people
• Demonstrated ability to increase organizational efficiency and continuously improve methods and programs while being cost-sensitive
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Familiarity and skill with Microsoft Office, Voter Activation Network (VAN), Facebook and Twitter platforms. Knowledge of NationBuilder and Word Press is a plus
• Knowledge of compliance with the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission (ELEC) is valued but not required
  
• Willingness to work late nights and weekends as needed

 

HOW TO APPLY

• Submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to njdemapp...@gmail.com