Political Field Director

Street Level Strategy; Madera (CA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Temporary campaign role

Job summary

Street Level Strategy, LLC seeks a Field Director to lead canvass teams on a 2026 political client portfolio. The role requires strong leadership, organization, and the ability to manage field staff across in-person, phone, and digital outreach.

This temporary hybrid position is based in Palm Springs, CA, with travel as needed. Compensation ranges from $7,000 to $8,000 per month, with exempt status and a focus on high-impact community campaigns.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of management experience.
• Minimum 1 year of organizing or campaign experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support canvass teams across multiple outreach channels.
• Coordinate schedules, staffing plans, and daily field operations.
• Track outreach metrics and report on team performance.
• Support development and execution of campaign strategies.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and campaign expectations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Organization

Self-starter

Travel readiness

Job description

About Street Level Strategy

Street Level Strategy, LLC is a political and public affairs consulting firm specializing in grassroots mobilization, coalition building, campaign management, marketing, communications, and strategic consulting. Street Level Strategy combines time-tested grassroots engagement strategies with a data-driven, results-first approach to design and execute high-impact programs for clients across various industries and sectors.

Street Level Strategy is a growing firm with a footprint across North America. Our team of over 30 professionals is based in Pasadena, CA, with offices in Sacramento and Berkeley, CA. Clients include political candidates, ballot measures, issue advocacy campaigns, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and Fortune 500 corporations across the US and Canada.

We take pride in the diversity of our team – we are bilingual, have women and people of color in high-level leadership positions, and reflect the diversity of the communities we work in.

Position Summary

Street Level Strategy, LLC is seeking a Field Director to lead teams of canvassers on a campaign within Street Level's 2026 political client portfolio. The Field Director will play a critical leadership role, overseeing day-to-day field operations while supporting team development, performance tracking, and campaign execution.

This role is ideal for experienced organizers and managers who thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments. Successful candidates are proactive, organized, strong communicators, and effective people leaders who can manage both field staff and operational responsibilities across in-person, phone, and digital outreach programs.

What You Will Achieve

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, supervise, and support teams of canvassers across multiple outreach channels
• Foster a positive, accountable, and motivated team culture
• Take a proactive approach to coaching, supporting, and engaging team members

Training & Professional Development

• Conduct onboarding, training, and ongoing skills development for canvassers
• Provide regular feedback, coaching, and performance support
• Handle in-field check-ins, supply coordination, and canvass shadowing
• Ensure staff are equipped to meet campaign goals and quality standards

Data Tracking & Performance Analysis

• Track, analyze, and report on outreach metrics and team performance
• Use data insights to adjust field strategies and improve outcomes
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting using metrics, written summaries, and visual dashboards

Campaign Operations & Strategy

• Support the development and execution of campaign strategies
• Coordinate schedules, staffing plans, and daily field operations
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with campaign goals

Administrative & Operational Support

• Manage scheduling, timesheets, and other administrative requirements
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and campaign expectations
• Maintain organized records and documentation related to field activities

Who You Are

• Minimum 1 year of management experience
• Minimum 1 year of organizing or campaign experience (community, labor, political, or legislative advocacy)
• Strong leadership skills with experience motivating and managing teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Enjoys in-person work environments with a broad range of personalities and lived experiences
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing responsibilities
• Self-starter comfortable working independently and remotely
• Ability to travel as required
• Valid driver's license, insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle; driving on the job is mandatory
• Passion for politics, advocacy, and community engagement

Schedule & Duration (Temporary)

• First Training / Onboarding Date: August 2026
• Location: Palm Springs, CA

• Schedule flexibility required
• Must be able to maintain predictable and reliable attendance
• Must be able to work 5 days in-person during scheduled shift hours
• Flexibility to work outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends
• Overnight travel may be required on an as-needed basis

Compensation

• $7,000 - $8,000 per month (Exempt)

Working at Street Level Strategy

• Hybrid onsite and remote work environment
• Temporary position for the duration of the campaign
• Opportunity to work on high-impact public affairs and community-based campaigns