Position Overview
The Field Director will be responsible for executing and improving a large-scale, grassroots field program to turn out voters for James Solomon for Mayor and all of the City Council candidates on the Team Solomon slate. This role will involve managing a team of organizers and volunteers. The ideal candidate has a record of managing field operations, thrives in fast-paced environments, and is deeply committed to building a people-powered movement.
You’ll be leading our ground game to ensure we connect with as many voters as possible ahead of Election Day.
Key Responsibilities
● Field Team Management:
Recruit, train, and manage a team of Lead Organizers and field volunteers. Foster a culture of enthusiasm and growth. Help maintain strong relationships with volunteers.
● Knocking Doors Whenever Possible
● Develop and Execute Field Strategy:
Design a comprehensive voter contact program that includes door-to-door canvassing, phone and text strategy, help rollout relational organizing via the Reach app, helping with candidate events, and high-traffic canvassing.
● Data & Targeting:
Track field metrics using VAN. Ensure timely and accurate data entry & reporting.
● Coalition and Event Support:
Work with community leaders, local organizations, businesses, community associations, and campaign partners to coordinate field efforts, visibility actions, meet and greets, and fundraisers.
● Election Day Prep:
Plan and execute a robust GOTV strategy including early vote, vote-by-mail, and Election Day operations across all key wards/precincts.
Qualifications
● 1 cycle of campaign field experience required; field management or regional director experience preferred
● Experience with VAN or other voter databases
● Excellent organizational and communication skills
● Passion for progressive politics and building grassroots power
● Bilingual or multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Bonus Skills
● Experience in Jersey City politics or deep local knowledge
● Experience in managing a field program
● Familiarity with digital organizing tools (e.g. Reach, Mobilize, MiniVAN, Switchboard) ● Experience building and managing teams, especially in diverse, working-class communities
● Event logistics and staging experience
● Experience with canvass launch management and turf cutting