Regional Political Director

DCCC•Washington, DC

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is the official national Democratic campaign committee charged with electing Democrats to the U. S. House of Representatives. The DCCC recruits Democratic candidates and supports Democratic campaigns – both challengers and Democratic incumbent Members – with a variety of services including field operations, fundraising support, communications assistance, digital strategy, research support and management consulting. The DCCC is supported by the contributions of individuals and organizations, along with Democratic Members, from throughout the country. We look for talented and hard-working professionals who are committed to electing Democrats and winning the House majority. Due to the cyclic nature of our organization, all positions are subject to separation at the end of the election cycle. Position Summary: The Regional Political Director will be responsible for working with challenger and open seat candidates across the country to develop winning campaigns. They will be responsible for helping to problem solve alongside Democratic campaign operations, identify and train campaign staff to place on campaigns, help manage campaign budgets, and work with other DCCC staff and House campaigns to advise and guide fundraising, political, press, paid media, and organizing plans.

Requirements

At least 2 cycles of campaign management at Congressional level or equivalent experience is required
At least 3 cycles of staff management and team leadership is required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of paid media planning, including tracking competitive spending and analyzing digital media plans
Ability to travel extensively
Self-motivation and the ability to anticipate and prevent problems
Thorough understanding of the House battlefield and a strong commitment to winning back the House
Strong commitment to teamwork and developing leadership
Proactively fosters an inclusive atmosphere and commitment to equal employment opportunities
Ability to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant and productive ways
Personal and professional commitment to promoting and investing in cross-cultural skills and awareness related to individuals from broad backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and disability
Proven interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to build relationships with staff at all levels

Responsibilities

Helping to find and provide support for campaign managers for targeted challenger and open seat races
Recruiting campaign staff in targeted races
Brief partners and stakeholders regarding campaign goals and progress as needed
Working with DCCC Leadership and staff to set goals and execute plans for fundraising, organizing, political, paid media, press and research for each assigned campaign
Provide DCCC leadership with recommendations for how to best support and invest in targeted districts
Potential travel to the region to work with assigned campaigns
Other duties as necessary to ensure the success of our campaigns

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans with premiums fully paid for by DCCC
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) and Life Insurance fully paid for by DCCC
More than 25 days of paid time off (which includes federal holidays, time off around the holidays, vacation, and sick days)
Paid parental leave
Fertility and growing family support with $10,000 subsidiary paid by DCCC
Pet Insurance Discount
Up to 6% retirement employer match contribution
Long-term Disability fully paid for by DCCC
Monthly mobile phone stipend
Monthly metro benefits (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
Gym Access (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
Capital Bikeshare Discount (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Resource Groups