The Democratic Association of Secretaries of State
(DASS)
is the only DNC-affiliated organization dedicated to electing and protecting Democratic Secretaries of State. DASS is on the front line to protect incumbent Secretaries while identifying opportunities to pick up additional seats in the fight for democracy. We support candidates who will not just protect the right to vote, but work to expand access and innovate to allow more people to participate in elections.
DASS compensates employees competitively and provides a very generous benefits package. We believe in work-life balance and understand that every employee has unique circumstances at home. We offer employees significant amounts of time off as well as flexible work options. We’re dedicated to treating one another with respect in the workplace and prioritize racial, equity, and inclusion (REI) in our work with one another as well as with our stakeholders.
Candidate Services Director As a Candidate Services Director, you will be a key part of the DASS team, working collaboratively with the Executive Director, Secretaries of State, and candidates for Secretary of State in the 2026 cycle. This position will be DASS’s point person in multiple states, coordinating DASS involvement, bringing insight, guidance and resources to campaigns.
The Candidate Services Director should be a seasoned campaigner who can balance multiple priorities from concept to completion while working independently as part of a remote team.
This position reports to the Executive Director and is based in Washington, DC through the 2026 cycle. This role is expected to travel for meetings and DASS events as required.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as point of contact with Secretaries running for re-election, their campaign and consulting teams, and relevant in-state stakeholders.
Serve as the primary point of contact with candidates for Secretary of State in challenger and open seat opportunities, their campaign staff and consulting teams, and relevant in-state stakeholders.
Work with senior staff and leadership on making political spending decisions; maximizing where our money can most strategically help win races.
Consult with candidates on how to set up campaigns, including providing guidance and resources with operations, staffing, campaign launches, and events;
Work hand-in-hand with campaign managers to ensure Democratic campaigns are operating at the highest level, including recruitment, training, and managing effective campaign teams;
Collaborate across the Democratic ecosystem, including national and state parties, partners, and campaigns to ensure coordinated efforts in electing Secretaries of State.
Provide guidance on fundraising, organizing, polling, media, planning and budgeting to campaigns.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
At least 2+ cycles of statewide campaign leadership experience or equivalent experience on national campaigns;
Principal management experience with multiple elected officials;
Experience developing strategy, messaging, and working with consulting teams to execute the message through paid communication;
Knowledge of campaign budgeting, cashflow, and fundraising projections;
Experience working with and developing television, digital, and mail programs;
Ability to provide meaningful input on polling and other public opinion research items to drive strategic decision making;
Confidence to think creatively about complex campaign problems and be willing to find unique solutions that fit each campaign’s specific needs;
Willingness to travel to fulfill primary responsibilities;
Must be comfortable with long, irregular hours during peak seasons.
ATTRIBUTES
Passion and commitment to Democratic candidates and causes;
Ability to work well with a diverse staff with unique areas of expertise who are a part of other departments;
Energy, flexible, collaborative, creative, and proactive;
Extremely well-organized and detail oriented while moving in a fast-paced environment;
Ability to learn quickly and apply lessons to work product in real time.
Physical Requirements DASS is committed to supporting employees of varying abilities and to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to thrive at DASS.
The requirements of this role, related to its physical demands, described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
All DASS employees must be able to operate a computer and use a cell phone. For roles at DASS that include frequent business travel expectations, we can discuss reasonable alternatives to travel in some instances. Most roles also require communicating with key external stakeholders of the organization in person, via the telephone, or via email. Applicants with questions about accommodations may request to speak with our hiring manager.
Essential functions of the role include:
Working from a computer for long periods of time; While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to communicate using the telephone, email, and in person with stakeholders;
How to Apply Salary for the position is $100,000 - $115,000 on an annualized basis, commensurate with experience and qualifications. DASS offers a generous benefit package, including:
More than 25 days of paid time off, including for Federal holidays, and additional vacation, sick, and personal days
Fully paid health/vision/dental insurance for the employee
Enrollment in a SIMPLE IRA plan
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Monthly mobile phone reimbursement
One-time stipend of $1,000
To apply for this position , please complete this form no later than
Friday, February 20th, 2026.
DASS may review applications after this deadline in limited circumstances, however this is not a guarantee that your application will be considered if it is not submitted by the deadline. When an applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to compete for this position, they may request it in writing by emailing ops@demsofstate.org.
DASS is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment and diversity among its staff and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to engaging, retaining, and supporting a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. DASS is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, personal appearance, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, or any other legally protected basis. DASS will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
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(DASS)
is the only DNC-affiliated organization dedicated to electing and protecting Democratic Secretaries of State. DASS is on the front line to protect incumbent Secretaries while identifying opportunities to pick up additional seats in the fight for democracy. We support candidates who will not just protect the right to vote, but work to expand access and innovate to allow more people to participate in elections.
DASS compensates employees competitively and provides a very generous benefits package. We believe in work-life balance and understand that every employee has unique circumstances at home. We offer employees significant amounts of time off as well as flexible work options. We’re dedicated to treating one another with respect in the workplace and prioritize racial, equity, and inclusion (REI) in our work with one another as well as with our stakeholders.
Candidate Services Director As a Candidate Services Director, you will be a key part of the DASS team, working collaboratively with the Executive Director, Secretaries of State, and candidates for Secretary of State in the 2026 cycle. This position will be DASS’s point person in multiple states, coordinating DASS involvement, bringing insight, guidance and resources to campaigns.
The Candidate Services Director should be a seasoned campaigner who can balance multiple priorities from concept to completion while working independently as part of a remote team.
This position reports to the Executive Director and is based in Washington, DC through the 2026 cycle. This role is expected to travel for meetings and DASS events as required.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as point of contact with Secretaries running for re-election, their campaign and consulting teams, and relevant in-state stakeholders.
Serve as the primary point of contact with candidates for Secretary of State in challenger and open seat opportunities, their campaign staff and consulting teams, and relevant in-state stakeholders.
Work with senior staff and leadership on making political spending decisions; maximizing where our money can most strategically help win races.
Consult with candidates on how to set up campaigns, including providing guidance and resources with operations, staffing, campaign launches, and events;
Work hand-in-hand with campaign managers to ensure Democratic campaigns are operating at the highest level, including recruitment, training, and managing effective campaign teams;
Collaborate across the Democratic ecosystem, including national and state parties, partners, and campaigns to ensure coordinated efforts in electing Secretaries of State.
Provide guidance on fundraising, organizing, polling, media, planning and budgeting to campaigns.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
At least 2+ cycles of statewide campaign leadership experience or equivalent experience on national campaigns;
Principal management experience with multiple elected officials;
Experience developing strategy, messaging, and working with consulting teams to execute the message through paid communication;
Knowledge of campaign budgeting, cashflow, and fundraising projections;
Experience working with and developing television, digital, and mail programs;
Ability to provide meaningful input on polling and other public opinion research items to drive strategic decision making;
Confidence to think creatively about complex campaign problems and be willing to find unique solutions that fit each campaign’s specific needs;
Willingness to travel to fulfill primary responsibilities;
Must be comfortable with long, irregular hours during peak seasons.
ATTRIBUTES
Passion and commitment to Democratic candidates and causes;
Ability to work well with a diverse staff with unique areas of expertise who are a part of other departments;
Energy, flexible, collaborative, creative, and proactive;
Extremely well-organized and detail oriented while moving in a fast-paced environment;
Ability to learn quickly and apply lessons to work product in real time.
Physical Requirements DASS is committed to supporting employees of varying abilities and to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to thrive at DASS.
The requirements of this role, related to its physical demands, described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
All DASS employees must be able to operate a computer and use a cell phone. For roles at DASS that include frequent business travel expectations, we can discuss reasonable alternatives to travel in some instances. Most roles also require communicating with key external stakeholders of the organization in person, via the telephone, or via email. Applicants with questions about accommodations may request to speak with our hiring manager.
Essential functions of the role include:
Working from a computer for long periods of time; While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to communicate using the telephone, email, and in person with stakeholders;
How to Apply Salary for the position is $100,000 - $115,000 on an annualized basis, commensurate with experience and qualifications. DASS offers a generous benefit package, including:
More than 25 days of paid time off, including for Federal holidays, and additional vacation, sick, and personal days
Fully paid health/vision/dental insurance for the employee
Enrollment in a SIMPLE IRA plan
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Monthly mobile phone reimbursement
One-time stipend of $1,000
To apply for this position , please complete this form no later than
Friday, February 20th, 2026.
DASS may review applications after this deadline in limited circumstances, however this is not a guarantee that your application will be considered if it is not submitted by the deadline. When an applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to compete for this position, they may request it in writing by emailing ops@demsofstate.org.
DASS is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment and diversity among its staff and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to engaging, retaining, and supporting a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. DASS is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, personal appearance, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, or any other legally protected basis. DASS will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
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