Description
Field Director – Matt Mahan for Governor
The Matt Mahan for Governor campaign is seeking a seasoned Field Director to design and lead a best-in-class statewide field program in one of the most complex and competitive electorates in the country.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for building and executing a disciplined, metrics-driven voter contact operation that delivers persuasion and turnout at scale. The Field Director will oversee all field strategy, staff, and volunteer infrastructure, with a core focus on the Bay Area and targeted statewide expansion.
Responsibilities
Architect and execute the campaign’s statewide field strategy, from early persuasion through Election Day turnout
Build, manage, and scale a high-performing field department, including regional directors, organizers, and volunteer leadership
Direct all voter contact programs: canvassing, phones/texts, relational organizing, and coalition-based outreach
Set clear performance benchmarks; use data, modeling, and reporting to continuously optimize tactics
Integrate field operations with data, political, and communications teams to ensure message and targeting discipline
Develop and manage field budgets, timelines, and operational plans
Serve as a senior advisor to campaign leadership on turnout strategy, targeting, and resource allocation
Manage databases as needed
Qualifications
Extensive field leadership experience on large-scale or statewide campaigns, including direct staff management
Demonstrated success running data-driven persuasion and GOTV programs
Deep knowledge of Bay Area and California electoral dynamics
Proven ability to build strong teams, enforce accountability, and execute under pressure
Willingness to commit fully to the demands of a high-intensity statewide race
Compensation: $10,000 – 12,000 monthly
Reporting Location: San Jose
Start Date: as soon as possible
To Apply
Email adrian@mahanforcalifornia.com with the subject line:
Field Director Application [FIRST NAME] [LAST NAME]
Incomplete applications or failure to follow instructions will not be considered.
