Friends of LD38 is hiring a full-time Field Director to join our team in support of Lisa Swain and Chris Tully for New Jersey Assembly in the 38th District. The 38th district is ** among the most competitive in the state** and is one of three districts that voted for Trump while being represented by Democratic Assemblymembers.
Assemblymember Lisa Swain is proud of her ability to get things done for New Jersey women. She is the legislature’s leading voice on protecting abortion access in New Jersey and is the Chair of the Appropriations Committee. Assemblymember Chris Tully is a proud first-generation Irish American whose immigrant parents demonstrated to him the power of hard work and giving back. He has dedicated his career to public service, and currently works at a Community College in the STEM department.
The Field Director will manage multiple field organizers and volunteers and play a crucial role in political relationship management, event planning, and execution. The Field Director is expected to relocate to North New Jersey as work will be conducted in person in Bergen County. This senior staff role reports to the Campaign Manager and has a direct working relationship with the Assemblymembers.
Responsibilities:
Work with the Campaign Manager to create and oversee a comprehensive field plan for both candidates, including voter contact, GOTV (Get Out the Vote), grassroots organizing, and political outreach.
Recruit, hire, and manage field organizers. Provide daily oversight, coaching, and training to ensure they meet voter contact and volunteer recruitment goals.
Develop volunteer leaders, manage volunteer recruitment, and ensure the team has sufficient volunteers to meet field goals. Organize and manage phone banks, canvass launches, and volunteer training sessions.
Plan and execute campaign-related events such as town halls, community outreach, and political events to help the candidates connect with voters.
Cultivate relationships with political organizations, community groups, and local leaders to build support for both candidates. Ensure communication and collaboration with allied groups.
Provide regular updates on voter contact goals, field efforts, and data management to ensure the campaign stays on track.
Create and manage staff schedules, ensuring staff maintain productivity in a demanding and tiring environment.
Qualifications:
1+ cycle of campaign field work focusing on field organizing at a local level
Proven ability to manage teams, especially in high-stress, fast-paced environments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to motivate staff and volunteers.
Experience planning and executing large-scale canvass events, volunteer outreach efforts, and community gatherings.
Demonstrated ability to manage and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, political groups, and community organizations.
Familiarity with voter databases, volunteer management software, and essential digital tools for organizing (e.g., Mobilize, Impactive, Scale to Win, Google Suite, etc.).
A reliable vehicle, smartphone, and computer are required.