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Nevada, United States
Remote only
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Nevada State Director based in Nevada, United States.
The Nevada State Director will provide strategic leadership for initiatives that protect voting rights, strengthen election administration, and support democratic participation across the state. This high-impact position involves translating national priorities into locally relevant strategies that address Nevada’s political landscape and community needs. You will build and lead coalitions, engage public officials, and coordinate with grassroots organizations to advance equitable access to the ballot. Working across policy, advocacy, communications, and election protection, you will anticipate emerging challenges and develop effective responses. You will also manage and mentor a state team while collaborating with national leadership and partners. This is an opportunity to influence state and multi-state campaigns while supporting communities that have historically faced barriers to voting.
Translate national organizational goals into effective Nevada-specific strategies, tactics, and campaigns.
Develop and execute multi-year state strategies aligned with national priorities, political conditions, and local opportunities.
Collaborate with policy and analytics teams to ensure campaign strategies are informed by data, measurable objectives, and clear performance indicators.
Identify emerging threats and opportunities affecting voting access and election administration, developing proactive responses before issues escalate.
Integrate nonprofit advocacy and electoral engagement strategies into a coordinated state campaign plan.
Develop and implement initiatives that expand ballot access and protect vote counting, election certification, and administrative integrity in coordination with state and national voting rights organizations.
Conduct scenario planning for potential election subversion, certification disputes, and election administration disruptions.
Monitor changes in election administration and assess their implications, particularly for historically disenfranchised communities.
Analyze Nevada’s legislative and political landscape, including the legislature, election authorities, governor’s office, courts, and other influential stakeholders.
Advance voter-supportive policies and election administration reforms through collaboration with national and local coalitions.
Advise national leadership on political feasibility, strategic timing, and opportunities for policy initiatives.
Represent the organization within Nevada’s civil rights and pro-democracy communities, including engagement with media and public stakeholders.
Build and maintain relationships with state and county election officials, government representatives, community leaders, and other key decision-makers.
Coordinate with coalition partners, grassroots organizations, and mobilization groups to oppose restrictive voting policies and strengthen local advocacy capacity.
Work across political perspectives, building trust with bipartisan and nontraditional stakeholders while helping coalitions navigate disagreements and resolve conflicts.
Partner with communications teams to develop campaign messaging and integrate effective public narratives into state strategies.
Lead, mentor, and support direct reports, providing guidance, managing team dynamics, and allocating resources effectively.
Establish and achieve departmental Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), using organizational platforms and project management methods to coordinate deliverables and ensure accountability.
Collaborate with colleagues across the organization, manage follow-up and communications, and support cross-functional projects and initiatives.
Travel regularly throughout Nevada and attend relevant conferences, convenings, and strategic meetings.
Represent senior leadership at conferences and with national funders and partner organizations, while supporting multi-state strategy and campaign coordination as needed.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
At least 6 years of experience in political work, organizing, advocacy, or campaigning.
At least 2 years of experience managing, mentoring, and developing direct reports.
Ability to develop strong expertise in election administration and demonstrate an understanding of voting rights and election protection.
Must reside in Nevada and be able to work remotely from anywhere within the state.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout Nevada are required.
Established, positive relationships with Nevada grassroots organizations, community leaders, and advocacy networks.
Demonstrated experience building and managing issue-based coalitions and campaigns.
Experience working with communities of color in advocacy or organizing environments.
Familiarity with Nevada's election systems, voting access challenges, and political landscape.
Experience in election protection, voting rights, democracy protection, election administration, or government is highly valued.
Previous experience in a comparable leadership or state-level advocacy role is an advantage.
Strong strategic thinking, creative problem-solving, and the ability to identify practical solutions in complex political environments.
Demonstrated budget management experience and the ability to balance team resources and competing priorities.
Excellent communication skills across written, verbal, listening, presentation, and stakeholder management contexts, including confident public speaking.
Strong judgment, adaptability, and time management, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
A proactive, flexible, and accountable approach to leadership, with the ability to manage conflict and maintain productive working relationships.
Additional qualifications considered an advantage: Master's degree, fluency in a second language, and de-escalation training.
Annual salary: $124,905–$169,315.
Health coverage: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Insurance protection: Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Access to an account for eligible healthcare and related expenses.
Retirement plan: 403(b) retirement account with a direct employer contribution of 6.5% after three months of employment.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Resources and support for employee well-being.
Technology support: Monthly technology stipend.
Paid time off: Generous leave policies covering wellness days, vacation, sick leave, and personal leave.
Paid parental leave.
Work arrangement: Remote position, with Nevada residency required.
