Description
About Open New York
Open New York (ONY) is a statewide nonprofit fighting for a New York that makes room for every New Yorker. We engage residents from Westchester to Windsor Terrace, building a powerful coalition of advocates for housing affordability. We know that New York’s housing crisis is not an accident: restrictive zoning laws block new homes, drive rents to record highs, and push longtime residents out. Renters lose their leverage, and homeowners get stuck. Since 2017, we’ve organized thousands of members across the state—and been at the center of major policy wins like City of Yes, pro-housing ballot measures, and statewide environmental review reform. We advocate for more housing of every kind, because more homes mean more opportunity for every New Yorker.
Open New York (ONY) is hiring a Campaign Director / Senior Campaign Director to lead high-impact advocacy campaigns focused on housing affordability, housing policy reform, and expanding housing opportunities across New York.
The Campaign Director will develop and execute citywide and statewide pro-housing campaigns, oversee policy and political staff, build relationships with elected officials and community partners, and coordinate legislative advocacy, grassroots organizing, and communications strategies.
Working closely with the Executive Director, this role will also lead electoral and endorsement strategies, manage campaign budgets, and strengthen coalitions to advance meaningful housing policy changes.
The ideal candidate has experience leading legislative or advocacy campaigns, strong knowledge of New York’s political landscape, and excellent leadership, communication, and coalition-building skills.
Position Details
🏢 Organization: Open New York (ONY)
💼 Position: Campaign Director / Senior Campaign Director
📍 Location: New York City – Hybrid (3 days per week in Lower Manhattan office)
💰 Salary: $140,000–$175,000 annually
⏰ Employment: Full-Time
🎯 Experience: 5–6 years for Campaign Director; 7+ years for Senior Campaign Director
🏘️ Key Responsibilities: Housing advocacy campaigns, legislative strategy, policy development, coalition building, political engagement, electoral strategy, and staff leadership
🤝 Required Skills: Campaign management, public policy, lobbying, communications, grassroots advocacy, and team leadership
🎁 Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) with 4% employer match; 20 days PTO; 13 paid holidays; 20 sick days; and 16 weeks paid parental leave
📅 Application Deadline: November 30, 2026
📄 Application Requirements: Cover letter explaining your commitment to Open New York’s mission and how you would strengthen its campaign work