Statewide Field Director

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CalExit
California, United States
Posted 

Job Description

The Statewide Field Director is the senior leader responsible for managing and executing the full-scale, multi-region campaign tour across California. This individual will oversee all field operations, regional staff, volunteer deployment, logistics, signature collection efforts, and real-time problem solving throughout the initiative’s active tour period (May–July 2025). This is a high-energy, fast-paced role that requires leadership, logistics mastery, and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:🔹 Tour Execution & Regional Oversight
  • Oversee all campaign tour activities across four regions: San Diego, Los Angeles, Central California, and Northern California
  • Ensure event setup, staff coordination, and community engagement efforts run smoothly on-site each day
  • Travel to all tour stops with the core campaign team, acting as the ground commander for daily operations
🔹 Team Management
  • Directly manage Regional Leads, City Captains, and event production teams
  • Assign and oversee volunteer teams (intake, training, deployment)
  • Serve as liaison between leadership and field operations
🔹 Signature Collection & Data
  • Implement and enforce signature tracking protocols (daily goals, validation, backups)
  • Ensure equipment and materials (iPads, clipboards, QR banners) are deployed and returned
  • Report daily progress to CEO and campaign leadership
🔹 Logistics & Crisis Management
  • Coordinate transportation, lodging, food, and gear for core team
  • Manage day-to-day schedules and ensure transitions between cities/venues are efficient
  • Respond quickly to disruptions (venue changes, protest activity, weather delays, etc.)
🔹 Media & Appearances Support
  • Coordinate with media and communications teams to ensure proper on-site coverage
  • Prepare event sites for appearances by Marcus Ruiz, Jason Wright, and other VIPs
  • Ensure all events are visually branded and documented
Qualifications:
  • 5+ years experience in campaign field operations, large-scale event production, or community organizing
  • Proven success managing teams of 20+ people across multiple locations
  • Excellent logistical skills and ability to thrive in high-pressure, mobile environments
  • Strong understanding of California’s geography, culture, and political landscape
  • Ability to communicate clearly with top leadership, vendors, and volunteers
  • Willingness to travel extensively and work long hours, including weekends
Bonus Skills:
  • Experience with mobile CRM software (e.g., NationBuilder, EveryAction)
  • Bilingual (Spanish/English or other California community languages)
  • Previous involvement in issue-based or political campaigns
  • Familiarity with media or influencer coordination
What We Provide:
  • Full travel expenses (lodging, per diem, transportation)
  • Campaign-issued equipment and communications support
  • Leadership access and high-profile campaign experience
  • A pivotal role in California’s movement toward sovereignty and self-determination


  • Seniority level

    Director
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Other
  • Industries

    Business Consulting and Services

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