Rob Sand for Iowa: Organizing Director, Rob Sand for Iowa

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Position Summary:

Rob Sand for Iowa is hiring an Organizing Director for our gubernatorial campaign. The Organizing Director will be responsible for creating and executing a robust statewide voter contact operation through 2026. The Organizing Director will work with the Campaign Manager and other department leads on collaborative campaign initiatives, as well as with outside stakeholders and grassroots groups. The Organizing Director will manage and train organizing staff, serve as a point of contact for contributors, and will assist as needed with operations on the ground.

About Rob Sand:

Auditor Rob Sand is Iowa’s only statewide elected Democrat. In the first 24 hours in the race Rob raised an Iowa record $2.25m. Immediately after Rob’s entry into the race, Cook Political Report released an updated rating on the Iowa governor’s race, moving it from “Solid Republican” to “Lean Republican,” a rare “‘double jump' rating change,” calling Rob the “strongest contender his party could have recruited for the open seat.”

Qualifications:

• At least 2+ cycles of organizing experience, with a strong preference for at least 1 cycles of experience in either a Deputy or Director role on a statewide electoral organizing program

• Experience managing staff through multiple layers is required

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Proven fluency with VAN, Mobilize, and other organizing tools

• Attention to detail, highly-developed organizational skills

• Ability to work within a team to achieve shared goals across departments

This position is full-time and lasts through November 2026. Applicants must have a reliable laptop, cell phone, and vehicle. Applicants must also be comfortable working irregular hours including nights and weekends.

Compensation:

Salary range $7k-8k/month with additional health care stipend