David Weinberg for Austin City Council District 5: Campaign Manager Austin City Council

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JOB DESCRIPTION

A Democratic candidate for Austin City Council is seeking a skilled Campaign Manager to lead day-to-day operations and guide overall campaign strategy. The ideal candidate is a strong organizer and communicator with experience running or supporting competitive campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage campaign strategy across field, communications, scheduling, and fundraising.

• Oversee daily operations and ensure departments meet goals and deadlines.

• Manage staff and coordinate with consultants, volunteers, and vendors.

• Support the candidate’s schedule, events, and community outreach.

• Work with the Field Director to run voter contact and track data.

• Assist with messaging, materials, and basic press/social media tasks.

• Help the fundraising team meet goals and maintain compliance.

• Build relationships with local groups, Democratic clubs, and community leaders.

Qualifications

• At least 2 cycles of campaign organizing or management experience.

• Strong leadership, communication, and project-management skills.

• Familiarity with Austin’s political landscape.

• Experience engaging diverse communities and voter groups.

• Proficiency with VAN/MiniVAN, Google Workspace, and mobilization tools.

• Ability to stay organized under pressure and work evenings/weekends as needed.