Independent Expenditure Political Director, Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee, Washington, D.C

[Shelbi Warner]

Independent Expenditure Political Director

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Description & Details
The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC) works to win state legislative seats and chambers for Democrats. The DLCC's mission is to build and maintain winning, state-of-the-art campaign committees in all 50 states by providing campaign services through a continuing partnership with legislative leaders, professional staff, and supporters.  DLCC spending priorities are focused on legislative seats and chambers where we can impact Democratic majority status in the current election cycle. Position The DLCC is seeking an Independent Expenditure Political Director to work in its political department. The Independent Expenditure Political Director will work directly with IE state table to develop successful legislative caucus independent expenditures. Political Directors at DLCC travel to states, and build relationships with state legislative leaders and a diverse set of in state allies. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, can quickly process and categorize large sets of information from states, and can juggle multiple priorities while traveling. Daily work is highly self-directed, in consultation with the National Political Director. This position will report to the National Political Director. The position is based in Washington, DC through December 31, 2016 with an opportunity for extension. Job Responsibilities: Create and manage political relationships in states with state legislative leaders and allied groups. Advise state legislative leaders and allied groups on path to Democratic majorities, by analyzing IE plans and spending. Report political lay of the land to National Political Director and Executive Director. Advise on contributions to states.  Identify fundraising opportunities in states. Follow internal department procedures. Significant travel is likely. Ideal Qualifications: At least three cycles of campaign experience. At least two cycles managing staff. Experience writing and implementing a paid communications plan. Experience working with state legislative campaign staff is preferred. Experience fundraising and managing a budget is preferred. Outstanding relationship building and analytical skills. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks appropriately. Additional tasks as assigned.
How to Apply / Contact
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references to jo...@dlcc.org no later than Thursday, March 17. Please indicate “Independent Expenditure Political Director” in subject line. Please no phone calls. Salary to commensurate with experience and qualifications. The DLCC offers a generous benefits package. The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC), is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The DLCC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, personal appearance, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, or any other legally protected basis. The DLCC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.