Coordinated Campaign Voter Access Director

Coordinated Campaign Voter Access Director ABOUT OHIO State Parties are responsible for building infrastructure necessary for successful candidate campaigns up and down the ballot. Over the last few years, Ohio Democrats built a year-round organizing model driven by local community activists and volunteers. Ohio Dems are testing new technology and programs to build a modern, data-driven and nimble force to elect Democrats statewide now and in the future. In 2026, every statewide office will be on the ballot – including the governor’s race and a special election to elect a U.S. Senator to a full six year term in the seat currently occupied by appointed Senator Jon Husted. With 3 DCCC Frontline Races to protect and 3 additional seats targeted by the DCCC, the path to a Democratic majority in the U.S. House and Senate will once again run through Ohio in 2026. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY The Voter Access Director will be key to fighting Republican voter suppression efforts, and ensuring every eligible voter has their ballot counted. The Voter Access Director should be savvy political and organizing minds who can engage stakeholders and recruit volunteers to support programs that move officials toward policies that facilitate voting. Voter Access Director will be responsible for hiring and managing teams to oversee programs. They will serve as a senior-level leader on the coordinated campaign and work closely with other departments to implement programs that elect Democrats up and down the ballot. ROLE OVERVIEW Work closely with the Coordinated Campaign Director, Senate Campaign Manager, and the DSCC to identify strategies to advocate for policies that facilitate voting. Lead election administration engagement and other voter access programs in their state. Set strategic objectives for programs and metric goals to achieve those objectives; hold staff and self accountable to meeting those goals. Hire and manage Voter Access department staff, if applicable. Collaborate with Organizing, Data, and Operations departments to effectively implement programs. QUALIFICATIONS Multiple cycles of campaign experience in a political or organizing role, or similar experience at an advocacy organization, nonprofit, or consulting firm. Experience managing external relationships with stakeholders at different levels. Experience and desire to manage staff. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, especially as applied to building a strong, inclusive management culture that supports staff development. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across all levels of the organization. Fluency with Voter Access tools, such as LBJ and VAN, preferred. PREFERRED CHARACTERISTICS Creative and thoughtful about what they’re working on, how they approach their work, and their coworkers. Highly adaptable and resourceful problem-solver, able to navigate priority shifts and change effectively. Possesses a collaborative spirit. Fully invested in the success of Ohio Democrats. Reports to: Coordinated Campaign Director HOW TO APPLY To apply, please fill out this form: Link Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range will be $8,500-$9,500 per month and full benefits including PTO as needed, health, dental, and voluntary vision insurance. The hourly expectation will fluctuate depending on the campaign cycle, but will be a minimum of 40 hours per week. Housing will not be provided. Applicants must live in or be willing to relocate to Ohio. Ohio Democrats recognize our success requires a diverse mix of talented people. We are focused on building a staff that is diverse in race, gender and gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. Candidates of color, women, LGBTQI, and more are encouraged to apply. This is a cycle position and ends on November 15, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr