Description

Position Overview

The Field Director is responsible for developing, managing, and executing comprehensive voter contact and field programs for client campaigns. This role involves overseeing data systems, canvassing operations, digital outreach tools, and volunteer engagement to ensure accurate targeting, efficient resource deployment, and high-quality data collection. The ideal candidate is organized, tech-savvy, and experienced in political field operations, with a strong understanding of campaign databases and voter contact platforms such as PDI and Scale to Win.

About TeamCivX

TeamCivX is California’s leader in election strategy and communications for public agencies.

• We create and execute informational communication strategies for public agencies
• We help develop revenue measures for the ballot to meet the needs of our clients and the communities they serve
• We run privately-funded political campaigns to win voter approval for taxes, bonds and other public funding, as well as affordable housing and other needed developments
• We help elected officials and qualified candidates who reflect our values make their case to their constituents when running for election

We are a fully remote company, with partners and staff throughout California. Applicants must reside in California.

Key Responsibilities

Field Team Management & Training 

• Help develop and build out TeamCivX’s in-house Field Team
• Hire, train, and supervise a team of Field Associates, providing ongoing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to ensure consistent high-quality execution across client campaigns
• Assign and monitor Field Team project tasks, track progress, and provide regular performance evaluations
• Serve as the primary point of contact for field-related questions, challenges, and client support needs

Field Program Management & Strategy

• Develop and implement comprehensive field and voter contact plans tailored to client campaigns
• Analyze voter data and demographic reports to identify target universes and prioritize outreach
• Manage timelines, deliverables, and progress tracking across multiple campaigns
• Coordinate with client teams on message alignment, targeting, and voter engagement strategies

Field Data Systems & Technical Operations

• Oversee PDI setup, including account creation, user management, and campaign configuration
• Manage data imports, exports, and file pulls for mail, texting, digital, robocalls, yard signs, and walk lists
• Create and manage flags, surveys, and scripts customized to client needs
• Maintain and document naming conventions, folder structures, and universe organization
• Troubleshoot data issues and provide timely client support for technical requests

Canvassing & Field Operations

• Design, build, and manage canvassing programs, including walk packets, mobile canvassing projects, and volunteer assignment zones
• Conduct field staff and volunteer trainings, ensuring a clear understanding of scripts, technology use, and best practices
• Monitor canvassing progress, approve data submissions, and update metrics for client reporting
• Manage ballot return tracking and related GOTV operations

Phone Banks & Texting Programs

• Set up and manage online phone banks using PDI
• Oversee texting programs through Scale to Win, including data imports and message setup
• Coordinate volunteer engagement for phone and text outreach efforts
• Manage setup of Google Voice numbers or other communication tools for campaign staff and volunteers

Field Reporting & Analysis

• Generate and present reports on field activity, voter contact, and volunteer performance
  Track and analyze progress toward campaign goals, making data-driven adjustments as needed
  Ensure data integrity across systems and accurate syncing between platforms

And additional responsibilities as needed. 

Requirements

Qualifications

• At least 2 campaign cycles of experience in political field operations, campaign data management, or organizing
• Experience with managing teams of volunteers, interns or campaign staffers
• Proficiency with voter contact tools such as PDI and Scale to Win
• Strong understanding of campaign data systems, targeting, and universe building
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, training, and leadership skills