0057 Political Program Director - Shawmut Services

About Revolution Field Strategies

Revolution Field Strategies (RFS) is a full-service strategic planning, organizing, and grassroots mobilization firm that leads successful canvassing, voter registration, relational organizing, and signature gathering programs throughout the country. We are a people-first company with a mission to provide high-quality, cost-efficient, and innovative programs to our clients and partners.

Position Title: Project Director

Reporting Structure: Reports to the National Program Director

Rate of Pay: The salary range for this position is $84,000 to $108,000, depending on experience and skill sets

Job Classification: Full time, exempt
Schedule: Full-time (40 or more hours per week, and can reach 70+ hours at peak times)

Location: On-site

Benefits: RFS offers all full-time employees who remain with our team for more than three months full health care, dental, and vision benefits. Any job-related travel, lodging, and other expenses are paid for by RFS.

Position Summary

Revolution Field Strategies (RFS) is seeking talented, driven individuals for the role of Project Director who will be responsible for managing a variety of voter registration and canvassing programs in 2024. Project Directors directly manage all members of their respective project team, including Operations Directors, Regional Directors, Canvass Managers, and Operations Associates.

Project Directors will work with company leadership to develop high-quality, innovative programs for a broad, diverse set of clients and partners, and will be the primary conduit to our project teams.

Project Directors will report directly to the National Program Directors. This role is in-person throughout the duration of an assigned project. Salaries for this position range from $78,000 to $96,000 based on experience and skillset and this position is eligible for health, dental, and vision benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and manage the day-to-day activities of the project team, overseeing all aspects of hiring, training, and team member accountability

• Cultivate an inclusive culture that fosters learning and professional growth for every team member

• Supervise the planning, execution, and performance of each project, emphasizing the delivery of high-quality, cost-efficient results

• Maintain close communication and engagement with client stakeholders in partnership with RFS leadership

• Ensure adherence to reporting and accountability protocols, delivering up-to-date, actionable data and information to campaign leadership

• Undertake additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of management experience, preferably in a campaign, advocacy, or organizing environment

• Ability and willingness to work a demanding schedule, which can reach 70+ hours per week at peak times and can be expected to include evenings and weekends.

• Must possess a cell phone and laptop

• Must have ready access to personal transportation and will be required to provide proof of driver’s insurance

• Must be able to travel and/or relocate to project locations across the country on short notice; travel, lodging, and other related expenses are provided by RFS

Plus Qualifications

• Highly organized, with the ability to actively manage project goals and operations with the ability to multitask without compromising the quality of work

• Proven ability to anticipate challenges and troubleshoot issues proactively

• Excellent written, verbal, and facilitation skills

• Capable of motivating and managing a diverse group of staff

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and external organizations

• Familiarity with Google Suite and VAN is preferred

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

RFS is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, racial and social justice. BIPOC candidates, and people from all communities and backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. If you are enthusiastic about this role and uncertain whether your past experience aligns with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles!

Our hiring processes and our work culture offer support and flexibility for staff with a variety of needs. Should you experience an accessibility barrier in the application and interview process with RFS, please let us know by contacting hr@revolutionfield.com

To learn more about RFS’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), please view our full statement here.

Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Statement

Revolution Field Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We welcome applicants from any educational background, race, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, immigration status, citizenship status, national origin or ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, criminal record, mental or physical disability or disorder, HIV antibody status, parental or familial status, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Revolution Field Strategies welcomes applications from those with a criminal record. Any information provided regarding criminal history for the purposes of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) will have no impact on employment eligibility. RFS will consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories and/or convictions, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.