What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Campaign Manager / Field Director position at Dunlap For Congress?
Reports to: Campaign Manager
Location: Bangor, Maine (frequent travel throughout the district required)
Type: Full-time, exempt — through November 2026 general election
Salary: $5,000/month, with the possibility of an increase later in the campaign
About the Campaign
Matt Dunlap is the Democratic nominee for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District, running to stand up for working families, bring down healthcare costs, and take on the powerful interests rigging the system against everyday Mainers. Maine’s 2nd is one of the most closely watched races in the country, and we’re building a scrappy, disciplined team to win it. We’re looking for a hard-working, get-it-done operative who can run our field program and keep the campaign firing on all cylinders.
Position Summary
The Deputy Campaign Manager / Field Director is the campaign’s utility player and second set of hands to the Campaign Manager. You’ll own the field program end-to-end while keeping the campaign organized internally, moving the candidate efficiently, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks. This is a role for someone who thrives on long days, tight timelines, and doing whatever it takes to win.
Core ResponsibilitiesCampaign Operations & Internal Organization
- Assist the Campaign Manager with daily operations and keep the campaign organized internally
- Serve as an internal point of coordination across departments (field, comms, finance, digital)
- Track deadlines, deliverables, and follow-ups to keep the team accountable and on schedule
- Manage campaign inventory and logistics (literature, signs, supplies, event materials)
Scheduling & Candidate Operations
- Manage and maintain the candidate’s and campaign’s schedule
- Staff the candidate at events, meetings, and public appearances, ensuring he is briefed, on time, and prepared
- Coordinate travel, logistics, and day-of run-of-show for candidate events
Press & Events
- Organize press conferences and campaign events from logistics through execution
- Coordinate with the communications team on event messaging, turnout, and press logistics
Coalition & Stakeholder Relations
- Interface with endorsers, elected officials, and organization/labor leadership
- Manage relationships and follow-up with key coalition partners and community stakeholders
- Help coordinate surrogate appearances and endorsement rollouts
Digital & Communications Support
- Assist with implementation of the campaign’s social media and digital strategy
- Help capture content (photos/video) from the field and events
Field Program
- Build and run the campaign’s field program across the district
- Deliver and distribute yard signs, palm cards, and literature district-wide
- Help recruit, train, and manage volunteers, fellows, and field organizers
- Help plan and execute canvasses, phone banks, and voter contact operations
Qualifications
- At least one prior cycle of campaign experience or a strong organizing/field background
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple priorities under pressure
- Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working with elected officials, partners, and volunteers
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Familiarity with voter file/VAN, and comfort with data and metrics
- Willing to work long hours, nights, and weekends through Election Day
- Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and willingness to travel throughout the district
- Based in or willing to relocate to the Bangor, Maine area for the duration of the campaign
- Commitment to the campaign’s values and to electing Matt Dunlap
Preferred
- Demonstrated ability to run a field or voter-contact program
- Prior experience in Maine or a similar rural/mixed district
- Volunteer management and staff supervision experience
- Familiarity with digital organizing tools and social media content creation
To Apply
Send a resume and a brief note about why you want to work on this race to Info@mattdunlapforuscongress.com with the subject line: Applicant - Deputy CM and FD. Dunlap for Congress is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Salary : $5,000