Jason Knapp Congress: Congressional Campaign Manager

Overview

Employment Type:
Full-time

Location:
Richmond, VA area (with travel throughout VA-01)

Start Date:
February 2026

Salary Range: $6,000–$8,000/month, commensurate with experience

About the Campaign:

Jason Knapp is a 21-year Navy veteran, former F/A-18 combat pilot, and former NATO Executive Officer running for Congress in Virginia’s 1st Congressional District in 2026. VA-01 is a geographically large and diverse district that includes rural communities, growing suburbs, and a significant population of military families.

The campaign is building a disciplined, voter-centered operation focused on voter contact, fundraising, and clear, consistent messaging. The goal is to run a competitive, data-driven campaign through both the primary and general election.

The consultant team is in place. The campaign is now seeking a Campaign Manager to oversee daily operations and execution through Election Day.

Campaign Leadership & Strategy

• Implement and manage a comprehensive campaign plan covering voter contact, fundraising, communications, and field

• Translate strategic goals into clear weekly and daily priorities for staff and consultants

• Track progress toward campaign goals and adjust plans as conditions change

Candidate Management

• Manage the candidate’s schedule, including direct voter contact, call time, fundraising events, endorsement meetings, and public appearances

• Ensure the candidate’s time is focused on the highest-impact activities

• Prepare briefing materials, talking points, and background information as needed

• Travel with and staff the candidate as required

Field Oversight

• Oversee execution of the field plan, including canvassing, volunteer recruitment, phone banking, and community outreach

• Ensure consistent progress toward voter contact and persuasion goals

• Track volunteer engagement and voter contact metrics

• Coordinate candidate participation in field activities

Communications & Digital Coordination

• Coordinate with communications and digital consultants to ensure consistent messaging, branding, and tone across platforms

• Support rapid response and message discipline

• Monitor performance metrics (engagement, list growth, conversions) and flag issues as needed

Fundraising & Budget Management

• Work closely with fundraising consultants to support the fundraising plan and maximize call time effectiveness

• Monitor and manage the campaign budget in coordination with the treasurer and consultants

• Ensure campaign resources are allocated strategically and responsibly

Staff & Consultant Management

• Hire, manage, and supervise campaign staff as the team grows

• Serve as the primary point of coordination for consultants across field, communications, digital, and fundraising

• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and accountable team culture

External Representation

• Represent the campaign professionally with endorsing organizations, community leaders, donors, and stakeholders

• Serve as a liaison between the campaign, party organizations, and allied groups

Compliance & Operations

• Ensure compliance with all applicable campaign finance and election laws in coordination with the treasurer and outside compliance firm responsible for FEC reporting and regulatory filings

• Oversee internal systems, reporting, and documentation

Required:

• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

• Strong strategic thinking combined with practical execution

• Proven problem-solving skills and sound judgment under pressure

• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to manage up, down, and across a team

• Prior political campaign experience

Preferred:

• Campaign Manager, Deputy Campaign Manager, or senior staff experience on a competitive race

• Experience working with outside consultants

• Familiarity with VAN/Vote Builder, NGP, or similar campaign tools

• Virginia political experience or relationships