Caucus Research & Operations Coordinator State Legislative Caucus

DEMOCRATIC ASSEMBLY CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

The New Jersey Democratic Assembly Campaign Committee (DACC) seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented Caucus Research & Operations Coordinator for the 2027 election cycle. This statewide role supports caucus leadership and Democratic campaigns across New Jersey.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional researcher who can manage multiple projects, organize complex information, and track deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Entry-level role, based in Edison with statewide support.

Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail with ability to maintain accurate records and deadlines.
• Strong research and analytical skills to locate, evaluate, verify, and summarize information.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities to handle competing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication for clear memos and reports.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to work independently and anticipate needs.
• Sound judgment and discretion with confidential information.
• Willingness to learn new systems and tools.
• Ability to collaborate with caucus leadership and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Research candidates, opponents, policy issues, and campaign matters for statewide needs.
• Analyze public records, voting histories, finance reports, and media coverage.
• Prepare concise research memos, briefing materials, and issue reports.
• Monitor developments affecting campaigns across New Jersey.
• Coordinate endorsement processes and prepare supporting materials.
• Support caucus leadership with scheduling, agendas, and action items.
• Track deadlines, assignments, and campaign activities across multiple projects.
• Facilitate communication among leadership, campaigns, and staff.
• Assist with travel and events during critical campaign periods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Research and analysis

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Discretion

Willingness to learn

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, History, Communications, Government, or related field

Equivalent academic or professional experience

Tools

Google Sheets

Excel

Google Docs

Word

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

JOB SUMMARY

The New Jersey Democratic Assembly Campaign Committee (DACC) seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented, motivated individual to serve as Caucus Research & Operations Coordinator for the 2027 election cycle. This statewide position supports DACC's legislative caucus leadership and Democratic legislative campaigns throughout New Jersey. The Coordinator will play a central role in keeping caucus operations organized, conducting political and policy research, tracking deadlines and priorities, and ensuring that important information is accurately maintained and communicated.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional researcher and highly detail-oriented individual who enjoys managing multiple projects, organizing complex information, and tracking moving pieces in a fast-paced environment. This position requires someone who can anticipate needs, follow through on assignments, identify potential issues, and ensure that nothing falls through the cracks. While primarily based in DACC's Edison office, the Coordinator may also assist individual legislative campaigns throughout New Jersey, particularly during critical periods of the election cycle. This is an entry-level opportunity, and we encourage recent college graduates, students graduating in May 2027, and individuals looking to begin a career in politics, public policy, research, or campaign operations to apply. Previous professional campaign experience is not required.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Research and Analysis

• Research candidates, political opponents, policy issues, legislative matters, and local municipal issues to support statewide and district-level campaign needs.
• Research and analyze public records, voting histories, campaign finance reports, news coverage, social media, and other publicly available information.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and well-organized research summaries, briefing materials, background memos, and issue reports.
• Monitor political developments, media coverage, and emerging issues affecting legislative campaigns across New Jersey.
• Assist with candidate preparation for endorsements, interviews, debates, public appearances, and other campaign activities.

Caucus Operations and Administrative Support

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to DACC caucus leadership, helping coordinate priorities, projects, and statewide campaign activities.
• Maintain detailed tracking systems for deadlines, assignments, candidate requests, campaign activities, and other ongoing projects.
• Organize and maintain spreadsheets, databases, shared files, calendars, and other internal records, ensuring information remains accurate, current, and accessible.
• Assist with scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and materials, documenting action items, and following up on outstanding assignments.
• Track multiple projects simultaneously, proactively identifying upcoming deadlines, missing information, and items requiring leadership attention.
• Support communication and coordination between caucus leadership, legislative candidates, district campaign staff, and other stakeholders.

Endorsement and Candidate Support

• Help coordinate endorsement processes for legislative candidates, including tracking applications, questionnaires, deadlines, and required materials.
• Research endorsement organizations and prepare background information, draft questionnaire responses, and supporting materials for candidate review.
• Maintain accurate records of endorsement requests, submissions, decisions, and follow-up activities.
• Respond to research and information requests from candidates and campaign staff, coordinating with caucus leadership as needed.

Statewide Campaign Support

• Assist with special projects and research assignments supporting legislative campaigns throughout New Jersey.
• Help organize and distribute campaign resources, research materials, and operational information to district campaign teams.
• Provide additional administrative, research, logistical, or campaign support to individual legislative districts during critical periods, including the primary election, early voting, and GOTV operations.
• Adapt to changing priorities and assist with time-sensitive assignments as statewide campaign needs evolve.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on caucus priorities, campaign needs, and organizational requirements.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records, track deadlines, and organize complex information.
• Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to locate, evaluate, verify, and summarize information from multiple sources.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and follow through on assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate written materials.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, particularly Google Sheets, Excel, Google Docs, and Word.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, anticipate needs, and identify problems before they become larger issues.
• Sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential or sensitive information.
• Willingness to learn new systems, research tools, and campaign processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with caucus leadership, candidates, campaign staff, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work in person and accommodate occasional evenings, weekends, and travel during critical campaign periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, History, Communications, Government, or a related field, or equivalent academic, professional, or volunteer experience.
• Previous internship, volunteer, or professional experience in political campaigns, government, legislative offices, advocacy organizations, or research-related positions.
• Familiarity with New Jersey politics, legislative districts, state government, or election processes.
• Experience conducting academic, policy, political, or public records research.
• Experience creating and maintaining spreadsheets, tracking systems, databases, or project management tools.
• Familiarity with campaign finance databases, public records resources, VoteBuilder/VAN, or similar political research tools.
• Experience coordinating events, managing administrative projects, or supporting senior staff or organizational leadership.

Recent graduates and applicants with relevant academic, internship, or volunteer experience are encouraged to apply. Candidates who meet many, but not all, of the preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a full-time, in-person position based at DACC's office in Edison, New Jersey. Unlike district-based campaign positions, this role supports statewide caucus operations and legislative campaigns across New Jersey. Most responsibilities will be performed in an office environment and require extensive computer-based research, data management, and administrative coordination. Occasional travel to legislative districts, campaign offices, meetings, and events may be required. The position requires reliable transportation and flexibility to work evenings and weekends during critical campaign periods. Campaign work is fast-paced, and responsibilities may evolve as organizational priorities and election needs change.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Monthly compensation ranges from $3,000 to $4,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities. Full-time employees receive healthcare benefits. Employment is at-will and tied to the applicable election cycle. We will communicate exact start dates, anticipated end dates, and employment terms during the hiring process.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applicants selected for an interview may be asked to provide up to two writing or research samples, such as an academic research paper, policy memo, research summary, briefing document, or other relevant work product. Samples completed as part of college coursework, internships, or professional experience are welcome.

Applicants are encouraged to indicate their earliest available start date, including whether they are available immediately or following graduation in May 2027. We will review applications on a rolling basis as staffing needs arise.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The New Jersey Democratic Assembly Campaign Committee (NJ DACC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.