Description

Campaign Manager — Friends of Sean McCarthy (North Hempstead Town Supervisor)
The Campaign Manager will be responsible for all departments of the campaign, including finance, field, political, and communications. The Campaign Manager will report directly to the candidate and the campaign's senior leadership/general consultant. The ideal candidate will have at least one cycle of campaign experience and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced, and innovative environment. The work will require travel within the Town of North Hempstead, as well as evening and weekend hours, and will be based on Long Island in Nassau County, NY.

About the Campaign
Sean McCarthy is the Democratic candidate for Town Supervisor of North Hempstead. A 33-year veteran of law enforcement and a commissioner of the Port Washington Police District, Sean is running on a platform of public safety, accountable government, innovation, and restoring trust in Town Hall. With North Hempstead's supervisor race moving to an even-numbered year for the first time in 2026, this campaign has a unique opportunity to reach an expanded electorate and return the Supervisor's office to Democratic leadership.

Campaign Manager Role
The Campaign Manager will be responsible for all departments of the campaign, including finance, field, political, and communications. The Campaign Manager will report directly to the candidate and the campaign's senior leadership. The ideal candidate will have at least one cycle of campaign experience and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced, and innovative environment. The work will require travel, evening, and weekend hours and will be based in the Town of North Hempstead.

Qualifications
Qualified candidates must be highly organized, able to multitask, prioritize, and manage multiple deadlines, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. An ideal Campaign Manager candidate will possess:

• At least one (1) cycle of paid campaign experience strongly preferred
• Experience with Votebuilder/NGP and ActBlue
• Excellent Google Docs and Microsoft Excel skills
• Communications experience is a plus
• Quick problem-solving skills and a solutions-oriented mindset. Must be able to take, give, and implement feedback
• Ability to manage multiple projects/deadlines at once and keep calm in stressful situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment
• Reliable access to a computer and personal transportation is required
• Familiarity with Nassau County and the Town of North Hempstead is a plus
• Working from a computer for long periods of time
• Flexibility to work extensive hours outside of normal operating hours
• Ability to drive and/or access to personal transportation
• Travel within the Town of North Hempstead and Nassau County is expected

Compensation
$5,000–$5,500 per month, negotiable depending on experience. Mileage reimbursement and a healthcare reimbursement are also available.

How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a resume and 3 professional references to [email protected]. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, with an ideal start date of August 1, 2026.

Campaign Values
The campaign is dedicated to building a collaborative and supportive workplace and prioritizes a work environment that is racially just, equitable, and inclusive. Individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences are highly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with a team of consultants and campaign staff to draft and implement a robust campaign plan that outlines campaign efforts through Election Day, including fundraising, voter contact, volunteer recruitment, local stakeholder outreach, and local media outreach.
• Manage the candidate to ensure that strategic campaign objectives are being met.
• Work with a finance consultant to develop and execute a multifaceted finance plan that maximizes fundraising across multiple donor categories (including PACs, high- and low-dollar individuals, and other institutional givers).
• Manage candidate call time, including donor research, tracking pledges, conducting all follow-up correspondence, and officially thanking donors.
• Build on, manage, and improve the existing donor database to identify, research, and recruit new donors.
• Keep the candidate, consultants, and campaign leadership fully informed of all progress and roadblocks, preventing information silos or gatekeeping.
• Develop and nurture relationships with key community leaders, civic and neighborhood associations, opinion leaders, and organizations across the Town's villages and hamlets.
• Oversee field operations, including canvass scheduling and launches, volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention.
• Collaborate with the candidate, consultants, and staff on messaging, outreach strategy, and get-out-the-vote activities.
• Prepare the candidate for interviews and debates, create press releases, manage press relationships, and handle rapid-response communications.
• Supervise and manage campaign staff, interns, and volunteers.
• Manage day-to-day campaign operations, coordinate the candidate's schedule, and prioritize to ensure time is allocated wisely.
• Requirements include working outside of normal work hours, including canvassing and other election-preparation activities as necessary.

Physical Requirements
The campaign is committed to an inclusive organization supporting employees of varying abilities and to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to thrive on the team. The requirements of this role related to its physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.