Stand Together
Deputy State Director, Virginia - Richmond
$90K–$120K
Virginia · On-site · Director · Full-time · Posted Sep 25, 2026
About the job
The Deputy State Director helps lead AFP-Virginia’s policy, political, government affairs, and grassroots priorities, from strategy through execution.
What you'll do
- Partner with the State Director to develop and execute chapter strategy, and track Virginia’s political and policy landscape.
- Lead legislative and advocacy initiatives and build relationships with policymakers, coalition partners, and community leaders.
- Supervise and develop team members, and represent AFP publicly.
What they ask for
- Working knowledge of public policy, politics, government affairs, and grassroots strategy.
- Experience in legislative affairs, lobbying, policy development, coalition building, or grassroots advocacy.
- Experience building relationships with elected officials, policymakers, and community leaders, and leading or developing teams.
- Strong communication skills and a valid driver's license.
Nice to have
- Significant experience in or around a state legislature, governor's office, political campaign, advocacy organization, or policy organization.
- Established Virginia political, business, or civic relationships; experience integrating policy, political, grassroots, and communications strategy.
Pay
USD 90,000–120,000 per-year-salary (base salary)
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