Director of State Campaigns 

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Overview

Most Americans identify the #1 threat to the promise of American self-government to be the influence of money in politics. American Promise is leading the national effort to address this threat via an amendment to the U.S. Constitution to restore power to the states and Congress, as they each may see fit, to set reasonable limits on campaign money. Ratifying this amendment requires supermajority support from the American people and their elected representatives in both the states and Congress. We work in red and purple states to pass legislative resolutions that call on Congress to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would restore the power of states to decide whether and how to regulate campaign finance.

Such resolutions are currently being considered in 9 states, with plans to expand further. The Director of State Campaigns manages, supports, and trains the State teams to perform all aspects of building an issue movement, including: advocacy in state legislatures, grassroots/volunteer momentum building, earned/paid media, and thought leadership on the issue. The Director of State Campaigns will have between 3-6 states in their portfolio.

Additionally, the Director of State Campaigns will be responsible for acting as campaign liaison and consultant for states where there are volunteer or coalition efforts underway, but there is not currently a State Manager or other state-based American Promise staff member to oversee the organization’s efforts.

Our current focus in red and purple states provides an excellent opportunity for an individual who is deeply committed to the principles of federalism, limited government, and the integrity of American elections to help build the organization’s profile and impact.

The Director of State Campaigns will have exceptional communication and advocacy skills, with in-depth knowledge and experience in political campaigns and/or issue advocacy. The role requires a passionate commitment to the mission, values, and objectives of American Promise.

Reports to: Deputy Director of Programs and Campaigns

Key Position Responsibilities

• Manage, support, and train the local State Managers who are charged with developing and executing multi-year campaign plans to get their state “ready to ratify” a constitutional amendment;
• Serve as a proactive thought partner to State Managers to maximize results and adapt campaign strategies to address developments on the ground;
• Develop and implement processes and practices for tracking, measuring, and reporting key performance indicators for state efforts;
• Work with State Managers to develop and ensure compliance with the state budget;
• Act as campaign liaison and consultant for states where there are volunteer or coalition efforts underway but no State Managers or other state-based American Promise staff, including managing state-based government affairs teams;
• Hire and supervise new State Managers as American Promise expands operations; and
• Act as liaison between state staff and national staff to ensure strategic alignment.

Key Qualifications and Attributes

• A passionate commitment to the American Promise mission, goal, and values.
• 5+ years of experience in issue advocacy, campaigns, or nonprofit sector; with 2+ years of legislative campaign experience.
• 3+ years experience as a manager, responsible for decision making, motivating, and developing people.
• Outstanding relationship-building skills; receptive to multiple viewpoints.
• A proven track record of being a self-starter and an ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Contribute to a big-picture vision while managing day to day details, addressing problems proactively and thinking flexibly.
• A deep understanding of a wide range of advocacy, government affairs, and programmatic skills.
• Applies sound financial management & budget oversight skills & operates within budget requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Capacity to think critically and strategically
• Ability to travel as needed and tolerate various indoor & outdoor climate conditions
• Ability to read, write, and cross-functionally communicate
• Ability to move up to 15 lbs
• Ability to operate a computer and office equipment

Location

American Promise staff are located all over the country. This position is remote. Candidates from states that overlap with our current efforts in AZ, IN, OH, OK, PA, TX and WI are encouraged to apply.

This is a full time salary position with a compensation range of $95,000-$110,000. An excellent benefits package including; flexible scheduling, generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, 401K and company paid short term disability. To apply submit a letter of interest and resume to suea@americanpromise.net

American Promise celebrates the freedom and diversity of our nation. American Promise team members are service-oriented and have demonstrated experience in military, civic, or other forms of service to the country and our people. We welcome all qualified applicants who reflect and share this vision. American Promise does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. AA/EOE