Author: Lee Kirkpatrick

” Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced late Monday that polls will be closed on Tuesday for the presidential primary election, citing a “health emergency” tied to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. ” Link

At this time, it looks like the primary election will not be held tomorrow. Please check the news before you head to the polls tomorrow.

Position Title: Field Director

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Duration: Core position at ODP; can be negotiated beyond 2020 cycle

Preferred Experience: previous work in Ohio, 3 years political experience, 1 full cycle on statewide race, congressional race or state-based organization

The Ohio Democratic Party is seeking a Field Director to oversee the execution of ODP’s volunteer outreach and voter engagement program statewide. This Director is responsible for:

• Managing voter engagement projects and initiatives from inception to completion;
• Managing team of political outreach and organizing staff;
• Drafting & executing the statewide field plan & hiring and training field staff;  Implementing field ‘best practices’ and reporting procedures;
• Drafting memos and other documents for internal and external stakeholders;
• Building relationships with local leaders, key stakeholders, county chairs and activists in preparation for a statewide campaign effort; and
• Building a strong party for future years and election cycles.

This position reports to the Executive Director with substantial involvement from the Director of Party Affairs.

Qualified candidates should have:

• At least four cycles of field experience on issue or electoral campaigns, with two cycles managing staff;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills (e.g. respectful, inclusive, active listening, ability to make people feel comfortable, ability to persuade without appearing overly domineering, etc.);’
• Good time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;
• Extensive experience with VoteBuilder;
• Be comfortable and confident in public speaking; be prepared to be the public face of the organization at times;
• The ability to build and motivate a team;
• Some experience with political, constituency, or community organizing helpful;
• Commitment to details, results meeting goals, and using data to inform decisions in the field;

The position is highly collaborative and crucial to ODP achieving its mission of electing Democrats 2019 and 2020. Thus, the Director should be prepared to take on any and all additional duties as assigned to that end. Working night and weekend events and statewide travel are required of this position.

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and three references ASAP to HR Director Sarah Ross at SRoss@ohiodems.org.

The ODP is dedicated to the achievement of equality of opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin or disability.

Last Chance to make a Tax Deductible Donation to a Democrat!  Last day is December 31, 2019. 

Until the end of 2019, you can donate up to $50 to Ohio candidates and receive a FULL REFUND as a tax credit when you file your taxes next year.  (You can donate $100 if you’re a couple filing jointly!)
This is the LAST YEAR this tax credit will be allowed in Ohio. Use it to elect strong Statehouse candidates!!

The tax credit can be used for candidates for any of the following Ohio offices: 
Member of the state board of education
Chief justice of the supreme court: Judge Jennifer Brunner & Judge John P. O’Donnell 
State House/Representative: Kim McCarthy 73rd. district
State Senate:  Charles Ballard

If you haven’t donated already, Google their campaign and make a donation! Please continue to donate as you can, Elections are won when we vote & donate!!