Director of Production Operations

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.