What are the responsibilities and job description for the Political Director position at Americans for Prosperity?
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is the premier grassroots organization focused on advocating solutions to the country’s greatest challenges. We recognize that tens of millions of Americans are frustrated with the extreme partisanship in government that keeps common-sense reforms from being passed, and instead seek to stand with policy leaders who are committed to finding a better way.
Americans for Prosperity is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community.
As Political Director for AFP Michigan, you'll lead our state and federal political engagement strategy to advance policy and candidates aligned with AFP. You'll identify and support champions who share our vision, build strong relationships across the political spectrum, and orchestrate bottom-up political efforts that empower people, not parties.
You'll work closely with grassroots, policy, and communication partners to execute effective, principle-based political strategies that turn ideas into action.
How You Will Contribute
We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success, and that is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Americans for Prosperity is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community.
As Political Director for AFP Michigan, you'll lead our state and federal political engagement strategy to advance policy and candidates aligned with AFP. You'll identify and support champions who share our vision, build strong relationships across the political spectrum, and orchestrate bottom-up political efforts that empower people, not parties.
You'll work closely with grassroots, policy, and communication partners to execute effective, principle-based political strategies that turn ideas into action.
How You Will Contribute
- Develop and maintain engagement plans for priority candidates and races, integrating grassroots, political, and policy strategies
- Lead full-spectrum race tactics with clear sequencing, metrics, and coordination across teams
- Equip grassroots leaders and volunteers with timely, accurate, and compelling assets to advocate confidently for champions and priority issues
- Build and refine data driven paid canvassing programs that move voters through identification, persuasion, and turnout, all tied to measurable impact
- Bridge political and policy efforts to support legislative champions at the state and federal level
- Cultivate strong, trusted relationships with elected officials, candidates, and staff
- Work to draft and maintain policy surveys for the state chapter
- Experience in strategic planning
- Familiarity with free-market policy priorities and AFP policy positions in the state of Michigan
- Deep understanding of campaigns, voter behavior, and legislative dynamics
- You can design and execute innovative engagement plans that integrate grassroots energy, data, and policy alignment
- Excellent at building trust with candidates, legislators, staff, and coalition partners
- Thrive in cross-functional environments, partnering seamlessly with grassroots, communication, and policy teams to deliver shared wins
- Capable of data-informed decision making
- You are grounded, open to challenge, and quick to learn from failure
- Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture , which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.
- Experience managing or advising on campaigns
- Familiarity with digital political organizing tools and social media campaigns
- Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
- A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
- Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
- Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.
We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success, and that is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.