Josh Riley for Congress is seeking a Field Director to oversee the campaign’s direct voter contact program in one of the most competitive Congressional races in the country. This is a full-time position based in Ithaca, NY.
Josh grew up in a working-class neighborhood and saw his community struggle as factories closed down. His roots there have guided his career, including civil rights work for kids from low-income families who needed healthcare, serving as counsel on the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee where he fought the opioid epidemic, and briefing in the U.S. Supreme Court.
Developing and implementing an aggressive field plan
Recruiting, training and managing a team of 5+ staff
Monitoring progress to goal and troubleshooting problems when necessary
Building and maintaining political relationships with community leaders
Communicating needs to the campaign manager and the rest of the team
Ensuring data integrity
Have several cycles of field experience, including in management roles
Have a passion for progressive politics and the power of political organizing
Have a deep understanding of vote by mail and early voting programs
Be adaptable and willing to change plans on the fly
Be highly organized with an ability to manage multiple ongoing projects
Be willing and able to work long hours including nights and weekends on a regular basis
Salary: ****$5,500 - $6,500 per month, commensurate with experience
Location: Ithaca, NY
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: **** The position’s schedule will vary based on the day to day needs of the campaign. It will require regular evening and weekend work over the course of the election cycle.
Josh Riley for Congress encourages candidates of all professional, cultural, and personal identity backgrounds to apply.