Entry Level Field Position

[Mid-East Region Delegate candidate]

Field Director Job Description

The  campaign will focus on turning out Democratic votes in the 2018 Primary Election.  The focus will be on building a grassroots coalition.  The campaign promotes a progressive candidate and values through grassroots action.  

Field Organizer Position Summary

Field Organizers are responsible for building a political network and executing our strategy to win targeted precincts throughout Baltimore City.  Organizers will report to the Campaign manager.

Job responsibilities include:

•        Implementing the field plan;

•        Developing relationships with key community leaders, opinion leaders,  and coalitions to build our base of support in the City;

•        Recruiting, and managing volunteers, activists, to participate in grassroots activities such as door-to-door, phone banking and early voting to persuade and turn out voters for the 2010 elections;

•        Generating public awareness and support by engaging with new, grassroots, and social media.

• Staffing the candidate at a variety of community events

 

Job Qualifications

Candidates should possess one cycle of previous field organizing experience, a strong commitment to Democratic issues, grassroots organizing, excellent personal, verbal and written communication skills, and the flexibility and temperament to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing political environment.

 

The position offers entrepreneurial challenges with considerable opportunities for professional growth and to contribute meaningfully to the Democratic Party.  Successful candidates will bring the following skills and attributes to the position:

•        Political campaign experience in support of an issue, initiative, or candidate campaign;

•        Goal-orientation and willingness to hold self-accountable;

•        Willingness to travel in the city, to attend trainings and events;

•        Excellent personal, verbal, and written communication skills;

•        Ability to work quickly and cooperatively under pressure and meet deadlines;

•        Ability to work well with coalitions and the staff and leadership of allied organizations;

•        Energetic outlook and commitment to the mission and grassroots approach to change;

•        A team orientation that combines collegiality and creativity to drive and motivate others.

Candidates for this position should have one or more years of relevant professional experience and a good sense of humor.