Associate, Field Network

Job description

Precision is an award-winning integrated strategy and marketing agency based in Washington, DC and New York, NY. Powered by data, we bring world-class experts in each of our service areas to conceive, develop, and run campaigns that help our clients seize opportunities and solve their biggest challenges. We’re at the center of today’s biggest debates and defining moments, inside the Beltway, across New York’s media and financial worlds, and in state capitals across the country. Our work sits at the intersection of politics, business, and culture, helping leaders and organizations make an impact when it matters most. We hire people who are the best at what they do, and who like to have fun doing it; we don’t just break through. We break new ground. We are seeking a Field Network and Strategic Communications Associate to join our team in Washington, DC. This hybrid position will spend the majority of their time supporting our national network of field consultants to service client accounts, manage consultant relationships, and assist with business development efforts, while also contributing to strategic communications account work. What You Will Do: Field Network Works with the consultant network to gather intel for current client accounts and monitor for issues Produces and maintains useful materials such as election guides, lobby directories, and political calendars as necessary Oversees consultants and works on the front lines interviewing, databasing, and reporting on accounts as applicable Provides day-to-day support for Field Network activities on designated client accounts, as necessary Administrative Schedules calls with new consultants, potential grasstops contractors, and others as necessary Works closely with the Operations team and the rest of the Field Network team to oversee administrative aspects of contractor onboarding and ensure contractors are observing appropriate processes. Business Development Works with the consultant network to identify emerging issues at the local, state, and federal levels, as well as important events that will be impactful at the state and federal levels (elections, legislative session beginnings/adjournments, etc.) Works with the rest of the Field Network Team to conduct issue research and translate intel into usable documents for business development and marketing purposes. Helps identify and recruit new consultants for the 50-state network Client Management Manage the day-to-day operational needs of client accounts, ensuring materials (e.g., agenda, notes, clips), timelines, and information (e.g., project trackers) are accurate and accessible. Support the execution of client projects and work streams, own defined deliverables from start to finish. Collaboration Work effectively across internal teams and functions to move client work forward. Communicate clearly with peers, client leads, and small audiences, including through internal presentations. Share knowledge with the team and support the onboarding and development of newer staff or interns. Project & Time Management Deliver assigned work on time and to a quality standard that requires minimal rework. Keep documents, trackers, and shared resources organized and current for team use. Strategy Understand how individual tasks connect to broader account and client goals. Produce first-draft content — presentations, emails, client materials, social content — that is largely error-free and requires limited revision. Apply feedback to improve future work products. Conduct research that informs client strategy and problem-solving; escalate issues to senior staff when necessary. What We Are Looking For: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Political Science, or a related field. 1-2 years of professional experience in field organizing, grassroots campaigns, political operations, communications, or a related area, ideally in a campaign, advocacy, or political setting. Internship experience considered. Strong organizational skills and great attention to detail, especially when managing databases, trackers, and paperwork. Ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide network of consultants and subcontractors. Resourceful, proactive, and comfortable identifying and researching emerging issues across local, state, and federal levels. Interest and/or experience in strategic communications, content drafting, or client-facing account support is a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Creative, energetic, detail-oriented, and entrepreneurial. What We Offer: Competitive salaries Annual bonus opportunity Flexible hybrid remote/in office plan Retirement plan with automatic 3% safe-harbor contribution from Precision Healthcare coverage - medical, dental and vision with 90% of costs covered by Precision Paid vacation and sick leave Paid parental leave Floating holidays Professional development stipend The salary range for this role is $58,500-60,000. We currently work in a hybrid model and require staff to work in the office 50% of working days each month. Precision is committed to building a diverse team that will positively and authentically impact the communities we serve. Centering our strategies around the authentic voices and cultures of the communities we are engaging with is paramount to our work – and our work can only be as inclusive as our team is representative. We strongly encourage women, Black, Latino, Hispanic, AAPI, and Indigenous people, LGBTQ+, gender expansive or GNC folks, people of all ages, disabled people, and veterans to apply.