Maryland State Assembly in Montgomery County: Campaign Manager

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Location: Montgomery County, Maryland

Timing: January 2026 to September 2026

Campaign Summary

The Campaign Manager will serve as a key leader, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day

operations and successful execution of the campaign plan to ensure victory in the upcoming

election for the Maryland State Assembly (House). This is a demanding, high-impact role

requiring strong organizational and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Management

 Work directly with the candidate to set goals, develop, and execute a comprehensive,

winning campaign plan that includes strategy for field, communications, fundraising, and

digital operations.

 Manage and oversee the day-to-day functions of the campaign, serving as the primary

point of contact for staff, volunteers, consultants, and the candidate.

 Work with the campaign’s treasurer to maintain the campaign budget, track all

expenditures, and allocate resources effectively to meet campaign goals.

 Ensure the campaign adheres to all federal and Maryland state campaign finance laws

and reporting requirements.

Fundraising & Finance

 Draft, implement, and manage an aggressive fundraising plan to meet or exceed finance

goals.

 Staff the candidate for all fundraising call time, events, and meetings, ensuring they are

prepared and on schedule.

 Coordinate with fundraising consultants for donor prospect research and follow-up

activities.

Field & Volunteer Operations

 Design and execute a winning field program, including a detailed field plan to meet

ambitious voter contact goals (Voter ID, persuasion, and Get Out The Vote (GOTV)).

 Oversee all grassroots outreach efforts, including canvassing, phone banking, and other

direct voter contact activities.

 Recruit, train, motivate, and manage a team of campaign volunteers and interns,

securing commitments for shifts throughout the election cycle.

 Manage all campaign data, ensuring data hygiene and effective use of voter contact

databases, such as VAN/Votebuilder.

Communications & Media

 In consultation with the candidate, craft and refine the candidate's core message and

talking points.

 Serve as the primary campaign contact for local media inquiries and coordinate press

opportunities.

 Oversee the campaign's digital presence, including maintaining the candidate's website,

managing social media platforms, and developing an email communications program.

 Ensure effective, timely, and winning paid communications (mail, digital, etc.).

Political & Candidate Relations

 Manage the candidate's schedule and time efficiently, prioritizing fundraising, voter

contact, and community events.

 Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including state and

local party officials, community leaders, labor unions, and allied organizations to secure

political endorsements and support.

 Staff the candidate for all relevant events, meetings, and interviews.

Qualifications

 At least one to two cycles of paid campaign experience (State legislative, local, or

congressional preferred).

 Exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and proven ability to

manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

 Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to

diverse audiences.

 Demonstrated experience managing staff and/or large groups of volunteers.

 Proficiency with campaign data platforms, specifically VAN/Votebuilder.

 Ability to work flexible and demanding hours, including evenings and weekends, as

required by the election cycle.

 An adaptable, collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure

environment.

 Familiarity with the Maryland and Montgomery County political landscape