About the Department
Reports To: Director of External Affairs
Executive Summary
The Field Staff member is the "boots on the ground" for the administration. This role focuses on building strong constituent relations by identifying and engaging with key local stakeholders and community members. You are the primary link between the Governor’s office and local communities, tasked with representing the administration’s message and responding to constituent concerns at the neighborhood level.
Position Duties
1. Community Outreach
- Identify and Engage with a diverse base of local leaders and stakeholders to bring access to the Governor’s Office to localities.
- Facilitate "1-on-1" meetings to build authentic relationships at the community level with the Governor’s Office.
- Be the face of the Governor’s office at local community events.
2. Mobilization & Event Management
- Execute large-scale outreach operations. A successful Field Rep will have 100s of contacts in their area of operation to connect with the Governor’s Office
- Plan and staff town halls, "meet-and-greets," and community events for the Governor or senior representatives to engage with local constituents.
- Meet strict daily and weekly engagement metrics
3. Data Management & Voter/Constituent Contact
- Utilize CRM tools to track interactions and maintain a clean, actionable database.
- Lean on local, trusted knowledge to aid outreach efforts effectively.
- Report progress to the Director of External Affairs to help shape statewide strategy.
4. Local Liaison
- Attend local government, community, and civic meetings to represent the administration and hear directly from local constituents.
- Act as an "early warning system" by reporting community concerns back to the central office in a timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience: 1–3 years of experience in community organizing, or political or advocacy campaigns. Proven success in community outreach is essential.
- Local Knowledge: A solid understanding of the local landscapes and the different regions of West Virginia.
- Communication: Ability to speak informatively to strangers in diverse settings—from rural farms to urban centers.
- Logistics: Must possess a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
Other Qualifications
Core Competencies
Competency | Description |
Relatability | The invaluable asset of being able to instantly establish genuine rapport with individuals across diverse socioeconomic, professional, and cultural backgrounds is a cornerstone of effective communication and leadership. This goes beyond mere superficial politeness; it involves possessing a keen emotional intelligence. The capacity to bridge divides and find common ground—whether in a casual team meeting, or an interaction with a completely unfamiliar acquaintance—creates an atmosphere of trust and open dialogue. This foundational trust is what ultimately facilitates cooperation, drives successful collaborations, and fosters a more productive environment for all involved. |
Resilience | Successful Field Representatives will sustain a high level of energy and a positive demeanor in a high stress, high stakes environment. Successful Field Representatives will have a spirit of tackling hard tasks and not being afraid of failure. |
Metric-Driven | Successful Field Representatives will have a "results-first" mindset focused on hitting hard deadlines. |
Work Environment & Physical Demands- Hours: This is not a 9-to-5 desk job. It requires heavy evening and weekend work when community events take place.
- Expectations: Frequent driving, standing for long periods at events, and addressing medium to large crowds.
- Adaptability: Must be comfortable working in a fast-changing environment where priorities can shift daily
The Ideal Candidate: You aren't just a "staffer"—you are a community connector. You believe that connecting communities with the Governor’s Office is just the first step of building the best state to live, work and play.