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Deputy Executive Director

The Florida Democratic Party is looking to hire a Deputy Executive Director to help strategize and implement tools to build a strong state party that includes management of departments and staff, advise the Executive Director and Chair and build strong relationships within all aspects of the Florida Democratic Party. We need a strong individual who can help with budget management, event implementation, campaign strategy and policy development.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic and tactical deputy executive of the Florida Democratic Party;
• Acts as a liaison between County Chairs and the Executive Director and Chair;
• Program planning and implementation;
• Assists in the development and market of long-term strategic planning;
• Manage department directors and staff, their priorities and work flow;
• Help promote the party platform and party communications;
• Community outreach to maintain relationships with Democratic Party leaders, elected officials, key constituencies, labor, grassroots activists and allied organizations both in Florida and nationally;
• Advise on administrative operations including human resources, payroll, evaluations, labor/union law, employee benefits, and maintain the state party handbook including policies and procedures;
• Serve as a point of contact for our elected officials and internal party affairs leaders;
• Plan and manage all of the monthly calendar meetings with leadership and stakeholders, such as the monthly DNC call, Elected Official call, etc;
• Understand, communicate and help implement the Florida Democratic Party’s rules and bylaws that govern the organization;
• Assist with campaign strategy and implementation;
• Serves as a backup to the Executive Director at meetings and events when needed.
• Responsible for providing accurate and timely information and follow up.
• Coordinates with the DNC on various project and needs;
• Identify and recruit leaders, candidates, volunteers and committee persons to create a political bench.
• Coordinates and responds to voter and volunteer (grassroots) questions on issues,
• procedures, participation and follow-up;
• Other duties as assigned or modified.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• At least three cycles of campaign experience;
• At least 2 years of experience managing departments and/or staff;
• Prior experience building relationships with donors, elected officials, coalitions and partners;
• Strong knowledge of human resources;
• Excellent organization and time management skills;
• Ability to facilitate and coordinate meetings, workshops, conferences, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively; both verbally and written;
• Strong leadership skills to establish and maintain effective and strong working relationships;
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team;
• Travel to satellite and other statewide locations;
• Proficient in G-Suite;
• Believe in democratic values and mission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent in a second language
• Experience developing complex plans
• Grant writing skills

Logistics

• Position is based in Florida
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable mode of transportation and the ability to travel extensively at times throughout the state for more than a day at a time
• Must be able to travel often for several days at a time
• Office hours are 9:00AM – 6:00PM, Monday through Friday, however, evening and weekend hours will be needed regularly

Salary & Benefits
The salary is commensurate upon experience and is negotiable. This is a full-time position and available immediately. Position includes full health, dental, and vision benefits.

How to Apply
Please send an email with your resume and cover letter to [email protected] Please write “RESUME – Deputy Executive Director” in the subject line. There is no deadline, interviews and hiring decisions will be made on a rolling basis. Apply now if interested.

Disclaimer
The Florida Democratic Party is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The FDP is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis.

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Executive/Administrative Assistant

The Florida Democratic Party is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to assist in the day to day needs of the FDP Chair and Executive Director.  This position is based in South Florida and reports to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities Include:

• Serving as primary reception for callers and office visitors.  This includes greeting and responding to any/all inquiries and directing callers & visitors to the appropriate staffer;
• Distributing all incoming mail and ensuring that outgoing mail reaches the carrier(s);
• Assuming responsibility for office machinery (i.e. postage machine, copiers, and fax machines).  This includes having a working knowledge of machines, ensuring they are stocked and in working order and training others in their use as needed;
• Tracking, reporting & invoicing for use of postage, overnight mail and copy machines;
• Serving as primary liaison with vendors who service and supply office machinery;
• Maintaining, ordering and overseeing all office supplies and stationary (letterhead, envelopes, etc.);
• Scheduling use of office(s) by outside groups; maintaining schedule for use of conference rooms;
• Responsible for the creation and management of a process for coordinating the calendars of the FDP Chair and Executive Director and serving as the main point of contact for all scheduling requests;
• Reach out to individuals and organizations to set up meetings and events at the Chair or Executive Director’s request, including sending meeting notices;
• Responsible for compiling event briefings for the Chair or Executive Director when necessary, including background on attendees, event and talking points;
• Expected to travel with and staff the Chair and Executive Director when needed;
• Reach out to department heads at the request of the Chair or Executive Director to follow up on deadlines, progress on projects and schedule calls or meetings with them;
• Responsible for scheduling internal calls as well as taking notes and sending reminders;
• Responsible for maintaining the professional appearance of the common areas of the office;
• Maintain the storage space and control access to storage;
• Be responsible for recording individuals that have access keys to the office, and assure the return of keys that are no longer needed; 
• Reporting out call results for all departments within the FDP;

• Performing other administrative tasks as needed.

Required Specific Skills & Qualifications:

• 1-2 years experience in a support role, preferably in a political environment.
• High level of personal and professional integrity and strict adherence to confidentiality and privacy.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Proficient in G-Suite, Microsoft Office and NGP.
• Ability to manage conflict, work under pressure, and always be solutions oriented.
• The ability and willingness to work long hours and weekends.
• Access to a vehicle.
• Applicants must be highly organized and have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced campaign environment
• Customer service oriented; great phone presence a must 
• Ability to maintain calm and positive demeanor under pressure
• Ability to navigate many different types of personalities
• A detail-oriented team player
• Commitment to Democratic principles
• Basic accounting skills a plus
• Previous campaign/political experience a plus
• Be a fast learner.
• Be resourceful and able to solve problems on one’s own.
• Have good management aptitude and/or demonstrated skills.
• Have demonstrated skill at setting and communicating priorities.
• Strong public speaking skills are preferred

Logistics

• Must have the ability to travel extensively at times throughout the state for more than a day at a time.
• Must be able to travel often for several days at a time.
• Office hours are 9:00 – 6:00, Monday through Friday, however, evening and weekend hours will be needed regularly

Salary & Benefits

• The Florida Democratic Party offers a competitive salary and benefit package with the opportunity for growth. Salary is based on experience. This is a full-time position and available immediately.  Position includes full health, dental, and vision benefits.

How to Apply

• Please click here and fill out this form to apply for this position. 

Disclaimer

The Florida Democratic Party is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The FDP is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis.

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Digital Director

The Digital Director will manage all aspects of the Florida Democratic Party’s digital program, which includes email fundraising, social media copywriting and execution, graphic content development, video production, online advertising, website maintenance, and manage outside vendors when necessary. They will report to the Executive Director and work closely with the Executive Director and the Communications Director to execute digital communications and outreach goals to continue building the premier State Party digital program in the nation for the 2022 mid-term election and beyond.

Reports to: Senior Communications Advisor

Responsibilities

• Develop an overarching digital strategy complete with digital metrics.
• Manage the party’s social media accounts while staying current on new social media opportunities and updates to various online platforms.
• Work with the press secretary to track breaking news for online amplification.
• and mobilization of volunteers.
• Work closely with the fundraising email vendor to ensure there is consistency across communications. 
• Design engaging digital graphics for social media platforms.
• Maintain and update the party website with press releases and relevant updates from other departments.
• Produce digital analytics reports to optimize digital program performance using data-driven strategies.
• Work seamlessly with all other departments, Democratic candidates, and local parties to promote FDP efforts through digital design.
• Have the ability to work long hours, nights, and weekends when necessary.
• Conduct other related tasks as needed.

Qualifications
We seek candidates with the following qualifications, or the equivalent combination of education and work experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Minimum two (2) years of experience running cutting edge digital campaigns.
• Possess excellent persuasive and engaging writing skills that can be applied to into copy under 140 characters.
• Have prior experience managing a successful fundraising email program for a candidate or political organization.
• Have proficiency in Adobe Suite (Photoshop/Illustrator experience is required, knowledge of After Effects, InDesign and other Adobe products is desirable).
• Have proficiency using CRMs (Blue State Digital is preferred).
• Have proficient using CMSs (WordPress, HiFi, Drupal, etc.).
• Have proficiency using Final Cut Pro and/or Abobe Premier.
• Have prior experience producing engaging subtitled videos, using tv clips and stock footage/audio.
• Have experience and working knowledge of HTML/CSS.
• Have experience working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects at the same time while meeting tight deadlines.
• Possess a sharp and critical eye for detail.
• Works well with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. 

We especially encourage applications from people who bring some of these additional skills and/or experiences:

• Experience capturing high-quality images and video using a DSLR camera.
• Ability to code websites and microsites.
• Ability to create interactive graphics using Java, Tableau, etc.
• Possess knowledge of Florida politics.
• Proficiency or advanced knowledge of Spanish and/or Creole. 

Salary and Benefits

• The Florida Democratic Party offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, and with a benefits package and opportunity for growth. 
• This is a full-time position and available immediately. 
• Position salary is negotiable and based on experience. 
• Position includes full health, dental, and vision benefits.

Please click here and fill out this form to apply for this position. 

The Florida Democratic Party is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The FDP is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis.

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Field Organizer

Role and Responsibilities

• Field Organizers are vital to the success of our voter registration programs. They are responsible for the day-to-day management of voter registration teams. Field Organizers will be responsible for recruiting and training volunteers, organizing voter registration events, and representing the party at community events with a primary focus on voter registration. This is an in-person position that will require travel throughout an assigned turf.

1. Voter Registration 

• Develop subject matter expertise in the voter registration process and workflows
• Effectively perform all required voter registration techniques
• Demonstrate proficiency in tools provided by the party to execute voter registration program goals

2. Paid Canvasser and Volunteer Management

• Recruit and train canvassers to execute voter registration activities
• Provide canvass teams with the positive leadership culture, resources, guidance and technical support required to succeed during each phase of the program while ensuring compliance with all policies and best practices
• Ensure that all canvasses are launched and completed in a timely, orderly fashion

3. Accountability

• Communicate all pertinent on-the-ground information to, and provide timely response to requests from, the canvassers under your direction
• Ensure that canvass teams properly perform their roles and maintain accurate and reliable data
• Complete daily and weekly reporting as part of metrics-based performance evaluation 

4. Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Regional Field Director 

Key Requirements

• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to interact with canvassers/petitioners with a wide variety of backgrounds.
• Valid driver license and access to reliable transportation
• Access to a laptop and cell phone
• Previous grassroots organizing experience
• Organizational and time-management skills
• A strong commitment to the values of the Democratic Party
• Desire to work as a team with a results-driven approach.
• Willingness to work long hours and weekends
• Ability to relocate as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum one cycle of field experience
• Proficiency in VoteBuilder (VAN) and other direct voter contact tools
• Proficiency in Google Workplace
• Proficiency in Spanish, Haitian Creole or other language

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: $42,000 per year
• Benefits: Health, Vision, and Dental Paid 100% Paid for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependent(s)

How to Apply

• Please click here and fill out this form to apply for this position. 

Disclaimer

The Florida Democratic Party is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The FDP is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis.

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Research Assistant/Tracker

The Tracker / Research Assistant will manage tracking Republican candidate events and interviews, which includes monitoring, capturing, cataloguing, and analyzing these engagements to support the Florida Democratic Party’s research, rapid response, and accountability efforts. They will report to the press secretary and work closely with the digital director and Hispanic media director and the deputy communications director.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, capture, and catalog events and interviews held by or participated in by Republican candidates, including but not limited to, the timely production of reports analyzing the substance of these engagements.
• Maintain and update archive of Republican candidate appearances, schedules, and other activities over the course of the 2022 election cycle.
•  Provide support for Florida State Party’s research and communications rapid response and accountability efforts.

Qualifications
We seek candidates with the following qualifications, or the equivalent combination of education and work experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• One to two (1 to 2) years out of college.
• Prior political campaign staff or volunteer experience is a plus, but demonstrated organizational skills, work ethic, and drive are key factors.
• Willingness and ability to travel and attend events within Florida.
• Must be able to work independently and exercise discretion in making significant decisions on the Florida State Party’s behalf with regard to the development and prioritization of research materials.
• Have experience working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects at the same time while meeting tight deadlines.
• Possess a sharp and critical eye for detail.
• Works well with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.

We especially encourage applications from people who bring some of these additional skills and/or experiences:

• Experience capturing high-quality images and video using a DSLR camera.
• Possess knowledge of Florida politics.
• Proficiency or advanced knowledge of Spanish and/or Creole. 

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: $42,000 per year
• Benefits: Health, Vision, and Dental Paid 100% Paid for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependent(s)

How to Apply

• Please click here and fill out this form to apply for this position. 

Disclaimer

The Florida Democratic Party is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The FDP is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis.

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PART TIME PAID CANVASSERS FOR FLORIDA DEMOCRATIC PARTY VOTER REGISTRATION PROGRAM $15 / HOUR

Canvassers will be responsible for engaging likely Democratic voters to encourage them to register to vote. This will include door-to-door canvassing as well as crowd canvassing at community events and areas with high foot traffic. Successful applicants will be engaging, outgoing, and responsible individuals who are enthusiastic about registering likely Democratic voters. This is an in-person position that will require travel throughout an assigned turf. 

Key Requirements:

• Be registered Democrats in the state of Florida
• Flexible hours, some evenings and weekends
• Willingness to learn and comply with voter registration requirements in Florida
• Able to travel and work independently.
• Access to computer and cell phone
• Be enthusiastic about the goals and values of the Florida Democratic Party
• Experience volunteering or paid canvassing  work preferred, but not required 
• Accountability for metrics based performance evaluations 

How to Apply

• Please click here and fill out this form to apply for this position. 

Disclaimer

The Florida Democratic Party is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The FDP is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis.

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FDP Human Resources Coordinator and Bookkeeper

Applicant Requirements and Job Description

Purpose of position:

• Serve as Human Resources Coordinator and Bookkeeper, administering a procedure for accounts payable/receivable, human resources, and compliance with the state and federal government regulations.
• Applicant should:
• Possess a strong knowledge of state and federal campaign finance laws.
• Have previous work experience with political campaign finance.
• Hold at least a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Have good management aptitude and/or demonstrated skills.
• Be detail oriented.
• Proficient computer skills including experience using Paychex, QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Enterprise accounting software and Google Workspace.
• Ability to set and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to multi task and work in a fast-paced office environment with many distractions.

The Bookkeeper & Compliance Coordinator will oversee the following processes:

Human Resources:

• Administer payroll on a bi-monthly basis.
• Manage the onboarding of new employees.
• Maintain employee files.
• Serve as a resource for employees regarding human resources issues.

Accounts Payable:

• Analyze invoices/bills and coordinate with the compliance consultant to process payments.
• Pay invoices/bills on a weekly basis or as needed.
• Communicate with vendors regarding the progress of their invoices.
• Maintain a system of filing paid invoices/bills.

Accounts Receivable:

• Processing contributions including, coordinate with the compliance consultant, entering data into the database, preparing contributions for deposit, and making deposits.
• Enter deposit totals into accounting software.
• Maintain records of contributions and deposits.

Compliance:

• Work with compliance consultant to file the required reports with the Federal Election Commission monthly and the FL State Board of Elections quarterly.
• Maintain records of monetary and in-kind contributions to candidates
• and party committees.
• Assure state and federal campaign finance laws are adhered to.

How to Apply

• Please click here and fill out this form to apply for this position. 

Disclaimer

The Florida Democratic Party is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The FDP is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis.

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