Political Scout Manager

A senior, high-impact leadership role driving political strategy.

This position sits at the center of Americans for Prosperity's political recruitment strategy — identifying, cultivating, and mentoring the next generation of policy-aligned leaders who will shape federal and state government. You'll work directly with senior state leadership, internal stakeholders, and high-profile political figures, making this a unique role contributing to AFP’s broader mission. 

The Political Scout Manager role calls for a seasoned political professional with a track record of leadership at the highest levels of campaign and recruitment work. 

• Recruit top-tier candidates. Identify and recruit exceptional candidates for federal and state office who will advance the organization's vision and public policy goals. 

• Shape regional political strategy. Partner with AFP's state staff and community leaders to assess the political landscape and build strategies targeting the most critical public office seats. 

• Advise senior state leadership. Serve as a trusted consultant to AFP's state leaders as they design and execute candidate recruitment strategies. 

• Build high-level relationships. Cultivate strong, lasting relationships with aligned prospective candidates and inspire them to run for elected office. 

• Champion the mission. Connect prospective candidates and key stakeholders to AFP's vision for meaningful public policy change. 

• Lead candidate development. Conduct and facilitate AFP's Candidate School, directly shaping the readiness of future political leaders. 

• Proven leadership experience — Substantial, senior-level experience leading political recruitment and/or political campaign work at the federal level. 

• Executive presence — The professional gravitas required to build and maintain relationships with policy-aligned candidates, political leaders, elected officials, and other influential figures. 

• Regional expertise — A deep, nuanced understanding of the political landscape and electoral opportunities across a defined region.  

• A strong network — An established web of relationships with potential policy champions and political influencers. 

• Flexibility to travel — Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time. 

• Alignment with our culture — Enthusiasm for Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a genuine commitment to our culture — including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect. 

• Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace. 

• A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges. 

• Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents. 

For this role, the anticipated base salary range is $110,000–$160,000 per year. This role may also be eligible for additional bonus compensation designed to align total compensation with an employee’s overall contribution to the organization.