Gloria Johnson for U.S. Senate is hiring Regional Field Directors to lead our Field program in Tennessee for the 2024 cycle. Tennessee is in a unique position, with a viable Democrat running statewide for the first time since 2018. The campaign has already smashed fundraising records, with over 30,000 donors having already chipped in and this contest being viewed by many observers as the sleeper race of the cycle. As a member of the Tennessee Three, Gloria Johnson has galvanized progressive support across the state, leading a burgeoning, first-of-its-kind movement for progressive change which is poised to deliver a landscape-shifting set of election results in one of the reddest states in the country. With a strong organizing effort this year, Tennessee can make history this November. Join the team to be a part of making this happen!
Summary
Regional Field Directors’ overall objectives will be: to coach and manage a team of organizers, implement the statewide organizing plan within their region, and effectively facilitate communication both to and from the ground. This position is full time, in-person, and based in Tennessee, with travel expected. Regional Field Directors will report directly to the Field Director. We are hiring for multiple positions across the state - we will be organizing everywhere!
Topline Responsibilities
Hire, train, coach, and manage a diverse team of field organizers + interns
Hold a team of organizers accountable to a variety of numbers-based metrics
Manage organizer priorities, time usage, and other resources within a region to meet
weekly metrics
Effectively communicate complex information both to and from the ground
Provide constant support and solutions for organizers and interns
Motivate a team of organizers and interns through challenging circumstances
Ensure that the region meets all statewide data integrity standards
Necessary Experience/Qualifications
1-2 cycles of organizing experience
Ability to create and maintain team culture and strong relationships with staff
Skilled at communicating complex information verbally and in writing, both upward and
downward
Commitment to learning and taking + implementing feedback quickly
Proficient in VAN; fluent in interpreting numbers in the context of a volunteer pipeline
Willingness to work long, irregular hours
Commitment to pushing yourself and your team to meet the moment
Preferred Experience/Qualifications
Experience working on statewide and/or coordinated campaigns
Campaign work experience in Tennessee
Personal ties to Tennessee
Experience with staff management
Proficiency with building tools + coding in Excel
Compensation
To Apply
Candidates should submit their resume and other relevant information at this link:
Any questions should be directed to callie@votegloriajohnson.com.
We recognize that women, people of color, and other marginalized groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t fit every criteria. If you think you’d be a good fit for this position, please apply anyway. We’d love to hear from you.
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