Ellie for Idaho: Campaign Manager, Ellie for Idaho

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Job Title: Campaign Manager

Candidate: Ellie Gilbreath for U.S. House of Representatives (Idaho, Second District)

Location: Idaho (with travel throughout the district)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary (through Election Day)

Position Overview

The Campaign Manager will serve as the chief strategist and day-to-day leader of Ellie Gilbreath’s congressional campaign in Idaho’s Second District. This individual will be responsible for executing the overall campaign plan, managing staff and consultants, overseeing fundraising and communications, and ensuring the campaign meets its goals on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive campaign plan, including field, communications, digital, and fundraising strategies

• Set measurable goals and benchmarks; track progress and adjust tactics as needed

• Advise the candidate on political strategy, messaging, and scheduling priorities

Team Management

• Recruit, hire, and supervise campaign staff, interns, and volunteers

• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture

• Manage external vendors and consultants (pollsters, media, compliance, etc.)

Fundraising

• Create and execute a robust fundraising plan, including call time, events, and donor outreach

• Track fundraising progress and ensure goals are met

• Work closely with finance staff to manage donor relations and compliance

Field Operations

• Oversee voter contact programs including canvassing, phone banking, and volunteer engagement

• Ensure effective use of voter data and targeting tools

• Coordinate Get-Out-The-Vote (GOTV) efforts

Communications

• Collaborate on messaging strategy across earned media, digital, and paid communications

• Oversee press outreach, social media, and rapid response efforts

• Ensure message consistency across all campaign channels

Operations & Compliance

• Develop and manage campaign budget

• Ensure compliance with federal election laws and reporting requirements

• Oversee campaign logistics including scheduling, travel, and event planning

Qualifications

• Prior experience managing or senior-level involvement in a political campaign (congressional experience preferred)

• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills

• Proven fundraising experience and understanding of donor engagement strategies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work long, irregular hours in a fast-paced environment

• Familiarity with Idaho’s political landscape is a plus

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and adaptability

• Team leadership and motivation

• Data-driven decision-making

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

• Commitment to the candidate’s vision and campaign values

Compensation

Salary commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits may be offered. Will assist with housing.

To Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to [email protected].

Ellie Gilbreath for Congress is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its team.