Director of Production Operations

Job description

Director of Production Operations

Location: Ashburn, Virginia

Work Arrangement: Full-time, in office

Compensation: $100,000 to $130,000, plus commission and performance bonuses

Republican Jobs is managing a confidential search for a Director of Production Operations to join a rapidly growing conservative fundraising and marketing organization.

This is a senior operational leadership role for someone who enjoys building systems, managing complex projects, improving workflows, and developing high-performing teams. The organization supports more than 100 political and nonprofit fundraising programs nationwide, requiring close coordination across project management, creative, data, accounting, vendors, and client-facing teams.

The ideal candidate does not need to come exclusively from a direct mail or print production background. Candidates with strong experience in project management, agency operations, marketing operations, vendor management, or other deadline-driven environments are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of project managers responsible for complex, deadline-driven programs

Evaluate and improve operational systems, workflows, quality-control procedures, and internal processes

Coordinate production schedules, budgets, vendors, deliverables, and cross-functional priorities

Develop KPIs covering project throughput, cycle times, quality, forecasting, capacity, and vendor performance

Identify operational risks and resolve potential problems before they affect clients or deadlines

Improve communication and accountability across creative, data, accounting, production, and account teams

Evaluate new technologies, AI integrations, vendor relationships, and workflow improvements

Establish scalable systems that support continued organizational growth

Partner directly with senior leadership on operational strategy and business challenges

Build a culture of ownership, consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Significant experience managing complex projects, operations, or production workflows

Proven success leading teams and managing individual and organizational performance

Strong understanding of project timelines, budgets, vendors, quality standards, and competing priorities

Demonstrated ability to improve processes and implement scalable operational systems

Excellent communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills

Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift quickly

High degree of initiative, accountability, judgment, and attention to detail

Interest in conservative politics and mission-driven work

Bachelor’s degree preferred

PMP certification preferred but not required

Experience in project management, agency operations, marketing operations, fundraising, nonprofit operations, print production, direct mail, or a related field is a plus.

Who Will Succeed in This Role

This opportunity is best suited for someone who:

Takes ownership of problems rather than waiting for direction

Enjoys building and improving systems

Can manage both people and complex workflows

Holds themselves and their team to high standards

Wants meaningful influence over how an organization operates

Is comfortable making decisions and leading organizational change

Thrives in an environment where execution, accuracy, and deadlines matter

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated base salary is $100,000 to $130,000 , depending on experience. The position also offers opportunities for additional compensation through commissions and performance-based bonuses.

This is a full-time, in-office position located in Loudoun County, Virginia . Remote work is not available.

Republican Jobs is exclusively managing this confidential search. Qualified candidates should apply with an updated résumé for consideration.

Who can apply

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