Executive Director- Vermont Democratic Party

[Vermont Democratic Party]

The Vermont Democratic Party (VDP) is seeking a dynamic individual to fill the position of Executive Director. This is a full-time position based in Montpelier, VT. The Executive Director is in charge of all day-to-day operation of the VDP, the management of all full and part-time party staff, and serves as the senior advisor to the Chair, Executive Committee, and State Committee.

 

The Executive Director is responsible for planning and implementing activities that build the party at the grassroots, implement the VDP’s campaign plan for 2016, and further the political objectives of the state party. S/he must be reliable, honest, loyal, and discreet.

 

The Executive Director reports to the State Chair. Primary responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

 

Staff Supervision and Day-to-day

·       Hiring and supervising staff and performing periodic performance reviews

·       Reviewing and guiding staff projects and fundamental responsibilities in accordance with the party’s needs and goals.

·       Overseeing healthy and thorough HR practices.

·       Conceiving a yearly and quarterly budget and managing day-to-day spending.

·       Responding in a timely manner to requests from state committee members, county and town committees, and elected officials.

·       Representing the VDP’s interests in the Vermont State House and to legislative committees.

·       Serving as spokesperson at Democratic events and county committee meetings.

 

Fundraising, Finance Administration, and Reporting

·       Working with finance staff, consultant(s), and/or other vendors to monitor and maximize fundraising efforts.

·       Ensuring all campaign finance reports, tax returns, and other required reports are accurate and timely.

·       Working with State Chair, Treasurer, and Executive Committee to develop and adhere to an operating budget that is properly supported by a fundraising plan.

·       Engaging in direct fundraising on behalf of the VDP.

 

Data

·       Ensuring the quality and accuracy of the VT Voterfile through collaboration and supervision of appropriate staff.

·       Knowing the fundamentals of Votebuilder and its application for VT campaigns from federal races to local races.

 

Communications

·       Supervising communications staff to issue press releases, speak out on important issues, respond to attacks, and present the VDP in a positive and professional light.

·       Support the State Chair as a communicator in helping to review or prepare statements, talking points, and direct communications.

·       Overseeing the development and productions of party-building and message delivery tools.

·       Working with staff to ensure the VDP website is always current and well maintained.

·       Supporting a consistent new media presence for VDP.

 

Managing Party Operations in Vermont and Nationally

·       Developing and maintaining professional relationships with Democratic Party leaders, elected officials, key constituencies, and donors.

·       Ensuring that training program for the state party, including town committees, activists, and candidates are available and regularly attended.

·       Supporting staff in the conception and execution of the VDP’s annual Fellowship program

·       Supporting staff in the guidance and empowerment of the Vermont Young Democrats.

·       Organizing all meetings of the state committee and executive committee as required by state party bylaws.

·       Implementing programs such as delegate selection, platform development and voter registration.

·       Working with party leaders to determine goals and priorities and monitor progress through a formalized planning process.

·       Acting as liaison with the staffs of the Democratic National Committee, Association of State Democratic Chairs, and other national committees.

·       Attending the ASDC and DNC meetings.

 

Elections

·       Demonstrating an understanding of all aspects of elections, including, campaign techniques, campaign planning, targeting, polling, and get-out-the-vote programs and vendor selection to assist in these endeavors

·       Working with local and national caucuses to identify, mentor, recruit, and train Democratic candidates for state and federal office.

 

Salary commensurate with experience. Health insurance, vacation time, and sick leave included in benefits package.

 

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and references to jo...@vtdemocrats.org with the subject line “Executive Director – Your Name”. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No calls, please.

 

Application materials must be received no later than JULY 9, although interviewing may begin prior to that date for qualified applicants.

 

This position remains open until filled.