Political Director, Missouri House Democratic Leader / LeVota for Missouri Committee

Description & Details

Political Director Position for the LeVota for Missouri Committee

* Helps the House Democratic Leader Paul LeVota prioritize his duties

* Conduct meetings with constituents, lobbyists, other legislative members and their staffs as necessary either with House Democratic Leader or on his behalf

* Coordinate fundraising activities for Leaders initiatives

* Oversee e-mail, database, and daily schedule

* Knowledge of local press and press-release writing a plus

* Must be able to handle multiple projects/tasks at once without losing sight of priorities

* Must have excellent proficiency in: - Website management skills - Writing skills - Research skills

* Must be detail oriented and thorough, but able to condense information quickly for presentation to the House Democratic Leader

* Able to elicit complex information from various sources

* Must feel comfortable taking face-to-face meetings and speaking on the phone

* Must have TEAM attitude, but work independently, be self motivated and self starter* Must be politically oriented and interested in policy and politics

* Discretion and mature attitude a must

* Knowledge of Missouri and Jackson County politics a plus

* Must perform basic office functions such as answer phones, filing, letter writing and anything else that comes up

* Must be flexible

Qualified candidates should have managed at least one campaign and have at least 2 years of political campaign/organizing experience. A proven track record in coalition building, grass roots organizing, financial oversight, and public speaking is a must. An ability to work with diverse communities and maintain a sense of humor is equally important.

Position based in Independence and Jefferson City.