Josh Elliott for Connecticut Governor: Campaign Manager

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Josh Elliott is building a grassroots, people-powered campaign for Connecticut Governor. Josh is a Hamden small business owner, fifth-term Democratic State Representative, and Deputy Speaker of the Connecticut House. For years, he’s stood up to the special interests that have made life less affordable and driven families out of our state. Now, he’s running for Governor to bring the new leadership we all deserve. For more on Josh’s background and priorities, go to joshforct.com.

Core responsibilities

• Drive execution of integrated campaign strategy across communications, field, and fundraising; track campaign goals and metrics

• Own and manage high-level political relationships, including local party leaders, delegates, elected officials, coalition partners, and other stakeholders

• Manage, develop, and coach campaign staff

• Oversee campaign budget and spending, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities

• Oversee candidate scheduling

• Help build and scale field infrastructure and systems to support voter contact goals

• Support high-level fundraising, including call time and donor cultivation

• Expand earned media opportunities in coordination with communications team

• Lead rapid response and problem-solving across campaign operations

What we value for this position

• Statewide or senior-level campaign experience preferred

• Demonstrated experience managing others

• Excellent with both spreadsheet management and relationship-building

• Thoughtful, nimble, and proactive communicator

• Deep understanding of political landscapes and stakeholder dynamics

• Ability to operate in high-pressure, high-visibility environments with sound judgment

• Commitment to the values, vision, and goals of the campaign