Adam Congress: Field Director

Adam for Congress:
Field Director LOCATION

VA

8000 / Monthly

Adam for Congress

Organizing

Campaign

To apply, please submit a resume and a brief cover letter to  detailing your interest in working on Adam’s campaign and why you’re a fit for the role.

Adam Dunigan is a former Marine and ex-CIA officer running in the Democratic Primary in Virginia s 8th Congressional District. Adam for Congress seeks an experienced, full-time Field Director who combines effective leadership with innovative, data-informed field strategy to elevate grassroots organizing in Northern Virginia. You will supervise field staff, design and execute a robust direct voter contact program across the district, and ensure field operations align with campaign messaging and goals.

• Field strategy and leadership: design and execute the campaign’s field plan; set targets for canvassing, phone banking, events, and volunteer recruitment; monitor progress and adjust tactics; integrate with the overall campaign strategy.

• People management and development: recruit, train, supervise field staff; establish performance metrics and coaching plans; maintain high morale and ethical conduct.

• Data-driven outreach and analytics: oversee field data entry, validation, and reporting; ensure data hygiene in VAN/NGP; translate data into actionable tactics and leadership updates.

• Coordinated engagement and messaging: align field activities with communications; manage event staffing, cadence, and messaging to ensure consistency with campaign content.

• Operations, logistics, and risk management: oversee canvassing logistics and on-the-ground event support; contingency planning; vendor relations; escalate risks as needed.

• 3-5 cycles in campaign field operations or equivalent leadership roles; prior experience as a Field Director or senior field manager preferred.

• Proven track record of scaling field programs and managing large volunteer networks; strong leadership and training abilities.

• Knowledge of donor and field data platforms (e.g., VAN, Vote Builder, NGP) and Google Workspace; ability to translate data into actionable field tactics.

• Excellent organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and high integrity with confidential information.

• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and manage cross-functional teams.

• Availability for evenings/weekends; valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

• Familiarity with NOVA political landscape and grassroots organizing best practices.

Compensation: $8,000/month with negotiable benefits.

Start date: February 16, 2026

Location: Northern Virginia strongly preferred; on-site at events and canvassing; some travel within NOVA.

Reporting structure: The Field Director reports directly to the Campaign Manager; manages the field team.

To apply, please submit a resume and a brief cover letter to  detailing your interest in working on Adam’s campaign and why you’re a fit for the role.

Adam for Congress is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for applicants with disabilities.