Coordinated Operating Officer

The New Jersey Democratic State Committee is seeking a highly motivated, passionate, and talented Coordinated Operating Officer (COO) to help lead Mikie Sherrill and Democrats to victory up and down the ballot this November. 

This role will be based in New Jersey, and will require in person work. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and manage systems to ensure all staff have the resources they need to do their jobs effectively

• Manage the Coordinated Campaign’s budget and spending, and provide key stakeholders with a view of budgetary realities

• Develop robust HR processes, including around hiring, issue reporting, and onboarding

• Work with stakeholders to promote a diverse, inclusive, and accessible campaign workplace 

• Serve as the ‘logistics hub’ for all departments, enabling cross departmental communication and effective multidisciplinary project management

• Work with other members of the leadership team to ensure the overall effective functioning of the campaign

• Manage a team of operations associates

• All other duties required or assigned by the Coordinated Campaign Director. 

Preferred Skills & Qualifications: 

• At least 5 years of work experience and/or at least 3 cycles of campaign experience, with at least one of those in a statewide operations role

• Ability to manage competing priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Experience managing a 7-figure budget

• Experience developing and managing HR processes, including development and enforcement of confidential information policies.

• Familiarity with employee management systems

• Familiarity with basic accounting principles 

• Adaptable, solutions-oriented, and motivated by the mission of electing Democrats in New Jersey.

This position reports directly to the Coordinated Campaign Director. Schedule will vary based on the needs of the campaign and will require evening and weekend and holiday work over the course of the election cycle.. This position is at-will employment. 

Compensation and benefits: This is an exempt salaried position that pays $10,000 per month. Benefits include eligibility for health benefits and dental benefits.  Supporter housing may be available.

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Location: Bloomfield, NJ. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and make our employment decisions without regard for race, sex, gender, nationality, religion, disability or any other class protected by law. 

To apply for the Coordinated Operating Officer position, please email your resume and a brief cover letter to jobs@njvictory2025.com.