State Project Manager

State Project Manager (one each in Arizona, Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Georgia,

and Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in one of these states to be considered.)

Location: This position requires both remote and in-person work in the area of focus associated

with each state listed above.

Who we are: DJs at the Polls is a national, non-partisan get out the vote initiative that turns on

the music to turn out the vote. We make Election Day a celebration by hiring local DJs to bring

music to polling places around the country.

What You’ll Do: DJs at the Polls is seeking one State Project Manager in each of the following

states: Arizona, Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Georgia, Nebraska (Omaha), Nevada

and Pennsylvania to work with the national team to coordinate equipment distribution, track

recruitment of DJs, manage local group partnerships, train and manage election-day support

teams, and coordinate communication with DJs who will be playing music at polling sites

throughout the state on election day, November 5th, 2024.

As a State Project Manager you will serve as the local representative for DJs at the Polls within

the communities we serve. You’ll support our goal to strengthen democracy by encouraging

more citizens to vote, and by framing voting as a joyful, fun experience.

Specific Duties include:

● Work with the recruitment team to hire local DJs for election-related work and performing

at the polls on election day

● Coordinate with local non-profits for paid and volunteer help for the initiative.

● Manage coordination between local partners for equipment distribution to DJs

● Assess chosen polling sites for viability and accessibility (some area travel required)

● Lead communication area DJs about their polling place assignments, scheduling texts,

and sending emails (much of this will be automated)

● Liaison with DJ recruiters and community partners’ in each state and management staff

● Manage and maintain a DJ database

● Run pre-election day training sessions for DJs

● Supervise outreach to local polling places prior to election day

● Other duties as assigned by DJs Leadership as the project evolves.

● Work with other State leaders and DJs at the Polls executive team to streamline efforts

and implement best practices

● Communicate with volunteer manager about statewide needs for volunteer support

● Represent DJs at the Polls at networking events, fundraising meetings, etc.

Who you are:

● Someone with project management experience (not necessarily in the political/voting

space)

● Excellent communicator and team leader

● Exceptionally well organized with attention to detail and process

● Able to prioritize, manage multiple projects simultaneously, keep projects on track, and

execute deliverables

● You approach high-pressure situations with patience, courtesy, and respect

● You know when there is a need to escalate high priority issues to leadership and when

to handle something on your own, excellent judgment, and proactive problem solver

● You have strong time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and

competing priorities simultaneously

● You are proficient in Google Sheets, Google Forms, Gmail Mail Merge, Google

Calendar, Google Drive

● You’re able to build authentic relationships across lines of difference, such as race,

ethnicity, sexual orientation, class, ability, gender identity or other identities.

● You have a willingness to work non-traditional hours, think independently, take initiative,

be self-directed, and meet deadlines.

● Ability to drive to various sites within the state to assess appropriateness of locations

and storage facilities. Some overnight travel may be required.

Preferred but not required:

● Experience with Monday project management software and Slack a plus

Compensation

The State Project Manager role is an exempt, part-time position from April to June 2024, and

will increase to a full-time position from July through Election Day, November 5.

The pay for the part-time position ranges from $4,000-5,000 per month (20-25 hours per

week), depending on experience, from April through June 2024.

From July through November 15, 2024, the full-time (40 hours per week) compensation

increases to $8,000-$10,000 per month, depending on experience. Unless otherwise

agreed to, the position terminates on November 15, 2024.

Expenses for travel and accommodations will be compensated and based on the federal US

General Services Administration reimbursement rates for the state.

We welcome all applicants regardless of age, citizenship, gender identity or expression, national

origin, pregnancy status, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other

differences.

To apply, email a cover letter and resume to team@djsatthepolls.org.