Job Summary
The Albany County Democratic Party is hiring a 2022 Campaign Season Communications/Volunteer Coordinator. The candidate should be high energy, outgoing, enthusiastic, and able to mobilize AND RECRUIT a volunteer base to promote Albany County candidates. This position will help strategize campaign efforts and communication plans (marketing/mailers/ad-buys/social media/press releases). Candidates should possess strong social and communication skills, a desire to elect Democrats, and an enthusiastic attitude.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Cooperate with County party to execute shared campaign goals
- Identify, recruit, and train groups of volunteers to conduct voter contact, registration, phone banking and more
- Strategize communication plans (mailers/ad-buys/social media/press releases)
- Provide data lists to candidates for canvassing and mailings
- Lead/train volunteers through the various phases of the campaign
- Ensure accurate collection and entry of data
- Organize and execute events (virtual and live)
- Delegate clear tasks to volunteers and identify volunteer leaders
- Provide the County Chair with quantitative and qualitative progress reports
- Nurture relationships with local candidates, community leaders, and activists
- Hit metrics/goals for volunteer recruitment and voter contact
- Help keep regular office hours (supplement volunteer and candidate hours) and supervise off-hour events
- Track donations made through downtown headquarters
Qualifications and Skills
- Proven ability to delegate tasks
- Familiarity with Albany County, the Democratic platform, and voting processes
- Exceptional written, verbal, and organizational skills
- Proficient with Google Drive and social media platforms
- Proven ability to quickly learn new technology/tools
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Able to work independently and to self-direct
- Excellent time management, and task organizing skills
Job Requirements
- Willingness to relocate if you live outside of Albany County
- The ability to travel independently
- The ability to work extended hours
Application Instructions
Submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 references to albanycounty@wyodems.org. We will accept applications on a rolling basis until filled.