Solomon for JC: Field Director

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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