Mrvan For Congress: Organizing Director

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Frank J. Mrvan for Congress

Organizing Director

Frank J. Mrvan for Congress is hiring an Organizing Director for their 2026 organizing program for Indiana’s First Congressional District. The Organizing Director will be responsible for working closely with the Campaign Manager, Political Director and additional partners to design, manage, implement, and execute the field program objectives for Congressman Mrvan’s re-election campaign. The ideal applicant has relevant campaign experience, works well in fast-paced environments, has a proven ability to meet goals, and is committed to electing Democrats at the congressional level. This is a full-time, salaried, cycle based exempt position located in Merrillville, Indiana.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the hiring and placement of field campaign staff throughout the first congressional district

• Supervising campaign staff throughout the election cycle while implementing clear benchmark and accountability measures

• Designing and implementing field and voter contact programs, including a paid relational program

• Working to build local grassroots volunteer teams that will engage in direct voter contact, volunteer recruitment, and retention in this district

• Working with the campaign manager, political director, the DCCC, and partners to analyze data and track progress on field metrics

• Where necessary facilitating and managing paid canvassing operations

• Engaging in both internal campaign communications and external partner relationship building – communicating the field metrics and programs

• Other duties as assigned

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficient in voter database systems such as NGP-VAN, in addition to G-Suite, Excel, Microsoft Word, and Zoom

• At least 2 cycles of relevant community or political organizing experience, at least 1 cycle managing staff

• A self-motivated, team player with a proven track record of meeting goals and deadlines with an ability to adapt to changing circumstances

• Strong organizational skills with a great attention to detail

• Experience working with diverse teams representing a rich mix of talent, backgrounds, and perspectives

• Willingness to collaborate in a team environment to solve complex problems and work across departments when necessary to meet long term goals

• Must have reliable transportation

Logistics & Working Conditions:

• Full-time temporary position based in Merrillville, Indiana

• Ideal start date is March 1, 2026 through November 30, 2026

• Hours shall require evening and weekends

• Must have a valid driver’s license, a reliable mode of transportation, and the ability to travel at times throughout the state for more than a day at a time

Salary & Benefits:

Salary range is $5,000-$6,000/month.

Application and Interview Procedure:

To apply, please email your resume to the Campaign Manager, Jenna Azeez at [email protected]. Please list “Mrvan Organizing Director” in the subject line.