Field Organizer NJ State Legislative Campaigns

DEMOCRATIC ASSEMBLY CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Serving in a civic-minded campaign

Job summary

The New Jersey Democratic Assembly Campaign Committee (NJ DACC) is seeking Field Organizers for the 2027 election cycle to support grassroots campaigns across the state. The role involves direct voter outreach, volunteer recruitment, and coordinating district activities with field staff and candidates.

This full-time, in-person position is based in New Jersey, with compensation ranging from $3,500 to $5,500 monthly depending on experience and district assignment. Healthcare benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage voters and recruit volunteers.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to conduct direct voter outreach including canvassing and phone banking.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and meet goals.
• Flexible with evenings and weekends during peak campaign periods.

Responsibilities

• Execute voter contact programs including canvassing, phone banking, and text messaging.
• Conduct direct voter contact to meet outreach goals.
• Organize canvass launches and volunteer trainings.
• Support GOTV operations including early voting and Election Day activities.
• Track progress and report updates to leadership.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Direct voter outreach

Independent work

Tools

VoteBuilder/VAN

Mobilize

Scale to Win

Impactive

Google Workspace

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

The New Jersey Democratic Assembly Campaign Committee (DACC) seeks motivated, enthusiastic, and hardworking individuals to serve as Legislative District Field Organizers for the 2027 election cycle. With all 40 New Jersey legislative districts holding elections for the State Senate and General Assembly in 2027, DACC is recruiting Field Organizers to support competitive Democratic legislative campaigns statewide.

Field Organizers will work as part of a team supporting multiple legislative candidates within an assigned district. Depending on the campaign's structure, staffing, and electoral priorities, the position may involve working with one or more candidates for the New Jersey State Senate and/or General Assembly. Campaign structures and staffing levels will vary by district. Successful applicants will help execute grassroots voter contact programs, recruit and organize volunteers, engage directly with voters, and support campaign activities throughout their assigned district. This hands-on position requires strong interpersonal skills, initiative, attention to detail, and a willingness to spend significant time working directly with voters and volunteers.

Previous professional campaign experience is not required. We encourage individuals with volunteer, community organizing, campus organizing, or other relevant experience to apply.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Voter Contact and Grassroots Organizing

• Execute voter contact programs established by the Field Director and campaign leadership, including door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, text messaging, and other direct voter outreach activities.
• Conduct direct voter contact through canvassing, phone calls, and other organizing activities to meet assigned outreach goals.
• Organize and lead canvass launches, phone banks, and other voter contact activities, ensuring volunteers have the information and materials needed to participate.
• Support Get Out the Vote (GOTV) operations, including vote-by-mail, early voting, and Election Day activities.
• Track voter contact progress, identify challenges, and provide regular updates to the Field Director and campaign leadership.

Volunteer Recruitment and Management

• Recruit, train, schedule, and support volunteers participating in campaign voter contact and grassroots organizing activities.
• Build relationships with volunteers, encourage continued participation, and identify opportunities to develop volunteer leaders.
• Maintain regular communication with volunteers regarding upcoming canvasses, phone banks, trainings, and campaign activities.
• Assist with volunteer onboarding, training, and day-to-day coordination to ensure organizing activities run effectively.
• Help maintain an organized, welcoming, and productive environment for volunteers and campaign supporters.

Community Outreach and Engagement

• Build relationships with community members, local organizations, student groups, and other potential volunteers to expand grassroots participation.
• Attend community events, meetings, and campaign activities to recruit volunteers and engage with voters.
• Support candidate participation in canvassing, neighborhood outreach, and community events.
• Identify opportunities to increase volunteer involvement and strengthen the campaign's presence throughout the district.

Field Operations and Data Management

• Accurately record voter contact results, volunteer information, and organizing activities using campaign databases and tracking systems.
• Maintain assigned voter contact lists, volunteer schedules, and outreach records, ensuring information is complete and up to date.
• Assist with preparing canvass materials, organizing supplies, identifying launch locations, and coordinating field logistics.
• Meet assigned voter contact and volunteer recruitment goals while maintaining accurate records of completed activities.
• Communicate regularly with the Field Director and other campaign staff regarding progress, scheduling, and operational needs.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on campaign needs, staffing, and district priorities.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to engage voters, recruit volunteers, and collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to conduct direct voter outreach, including door-to-door canvassing and phone banking.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, follow instructions, and meet assigned goals.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn new skills in a fast-paced campaign environment.
• Basic proficiency with computers, smartphones, and commonly used applications, including Google Workspace or Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work collaboratively with campaign staff, volunteers, candidates, and community members.
• Ability to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, particularly during critical campaign periods.
• Ability to work in person and travel throughout an assigned legislative district.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous professional, internship, or volunteer experience on a political campaign, in grassroots organizing, or in a comparable community outreach or advocacy environment.
• Experience participating in canvassing, phone banking, volunteer recruitment, voter registration, or other voter engagement activities.
• Experience coordinating volunteers, student organizations, community groups, or outreach events.
• Familiarity with New Jersey's political landscape, legislative districts, or election processes.
• Experience using campaign technology and organizing tools, including VoteBuilder/VAN, Mobilize, Scale to Win, Impactive, Google Workspace, or similar platforms.
• Experience working with county or municipal political organizations, organized labor, student groups, or community-based organizations.
• Bilingual or multilingual communication skills.

Candidates who meet many, but not all, of the preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply. Recent graduates and individuals seeking to begin a career in political campaigns or organizing are welcome.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a full-time, in-person position based in New Jersey. Campaign assignments and office locations will vary by legislative district. Field Organizers should expect to spend substantial time working directly in communities throughout their assigned district, including door-to-door canvassing, volunteer activities, community events, and voter outreach programs. The position involves both indoor and outdoor work, frequent travel between field locations, and extended periods of walking or standing during organizing activities. The position requires reliable transportation and the ability to work evenings and weekends. Campaign work is fast-paced, and responsibilities may evolve as election priorities and campaign needs change.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Monthly compensation ranges from $3,500 to $5,500, depending on experience, qualifications, campaign responsibilities, and district assignment. Full-time employees receive healthcare benefits. Employment is at-will and tied to the applicable campaign assignment. We will communicate exact start dates, anticipated end dates, and employment terms during the hiring process.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION

Previous professional campaign experience is not required. Applicants with relevant volunteer, academic, community organizing, or outreach experience are encouraged to apply. Applicants are encouraged to indicate their geographic preferences, availability, and whether they are interested in primary election positions, general election positions, or both. We will review applications on a rolling basis as campaign staffing needs are identified.

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.