Regional Political Manager

About the Role

Talarico for Texas is building a people-powered campaign rooted in grassroots support, integrity, and the belief that politics should work for everyday Texans. James Talarico’s campaign for the U.S. Senate will focus heavily on coordinating closely with local leaders and organizations who are most connected to the issues that matter to Texans. We are seeking a full-time Regional Political Manager to lead our community engagement strategy, particularly in Harris County, Fort Bend County, and the Gulf Coast.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive political and community engagement plan for Harris County, Fort Bend County, the Gulf Coast, and the broader Southeast and East Texas regions.
• Cultivate and manage strong relationships with party infrastructure, elected officials, unions, community and advocacy organizations, faith leaders, and political allies.
• Monitor political landscapes, report developments to the campaign’s senior leadership team, and advise on opportunities to engage.
• Coordinate roundtables, small business visits, and other engagement opportunities in communities across the region.
• Support endorsement processes and coordinate follow-ups with supporters.
• Represent the campaign in political meetings, coalition calls, and events.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Strong relationships with elected officials, labor groups, advocacy groups, faith institutions, and community organizing stakeholders across the East and Southeast Texas region.
• Experience managing political endorsements and coordinating surrogate processes. 
• Willingness to travel and work evenings/weekends.

Talarico for Texas is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of every individual and strive to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. We especially encourage those whose voices and experiences are often underrepresented in political and public service spaces to apply.

Benefits

Reports to: Political Director
Location: Harris or Fort Bend County, Texas (statewide travel required)
Salary: $6,000 per month
Benefits: Health care, paid time off, sick leave