Katie Brennan and Ravi Bhalla for NJ Assembly: Field Director

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Job Description- Joint Field Director

Role Overview:

Democratic Candidates Katie Brennan and Ravi Bhalla are seeking a full-time Field Director to build and execute our volunteer field strategy as we sprint towards the June Democratic Primary.

Katie Brennan is a long time Jersey City resident, activist and housing policy expert. A trusted policy expert on housing, environmental justice, and protections for survivors of sexual assault, she has spent the last 15 years standing up to powerful interests and turning bold ideas into real results for working families. To learn more about Katie, please visit www.katiebrennanfornj.com

Mayor Ravi Bhalla is Hoboken’s two-term Mayor, Ravi has championed policies that improve infrastructure, expand affordable housing, and address climate change. Known for his integrity and hands-on leadership, Ravi has delivered results that make a real difference in people’s lives. To learn more about Mayor Bhalla, please visit www.bhallafornj.com

Both are running for New Jersey Assembly for the two seats in the 32nd district.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the campaign manager and consultants to implement an aggressive field program in an urban area that utilizes traditional organizing and relational organizing.

• Build and maintain relationships with local activists and community leaders across Hoboken and Jersey City

• Manage and oversee field staff and volunteers

• Develop a positive and inclusive team culture

• Meet weekly and monthly field benchmarks

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Has 1 or more cycles as a Field Organizer or Regional Organizing Director in a competitive battleground state or congressional district

• Has previously managed organizers, interns or fellows

• Experienced in building and training successful, self-sufficient volunteer teams

• Comfortable with Votebuilder with an understanding on how to cut turf, create call lists, make/use reports and understand scoring.

• if you’ve worked in urban communities or have experience in New Jersey/ the Northeast

• Spanish speaking, a plus but not required

This is an in-person position based in Jersey City, NJ and runs through the June 10th primary election. Compensation is $4,750 to $5,250 per month commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should send a resume with the subject line “Your name, Field Director position” to [email protected]