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Political Advisor jobs are open across government agencies, political campaigns, nonprofits, and consulting firms, from entry-level research roles to senior strategist and chief of staff positions, with specializations in legislative affairs, communications strategy, and policy development. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Work type: Adjunct Faculty
Location: Overland Park Main Campus
Categories: Credit Instruction
Position: Adjunct Professor, Political Science
Department: Academic Affairs
Type of Position: Adjunct Faculty
Exemption Status: Exempt
Work Schedule, Hours per week: Varies depending on department needs.
Opportunity for hybrid schedule: No
Starting Salary Range: AJCR $1,262-$1,404 per credit hour and in accordance with the adjunct table and determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.
Position Summary:
JCCC is looking for a qualified pool of applicants for a part-time political science faculty position. The ideal candidate(s) will be qualified and available to teach beginning in fall 2027 (with potential for summer 2027). Candidates need to be able to teach:
(a) face-to-face weekdays on our main campus;
(b) POLS 122 Political Science and POLS 124 American National Government;
(c) other courses and modalities, depending on areas of expertise.
Course descriptions can be found in JCCC’s course catalog. In addition to teaching, those hired are expected to perform other duties as assigned. Teaching loads are subject to change. All applications must be submitted via the JCCC jobs portal.
To be considered for this position, your cover letter or curriculum vitae must include the following:
(1) Indicate if you will be living in Kansas or Missouri at the time the position begins;
(2) Specifically discuss if you can teach face-to-face (on campus) during weekdays;
(3) Describe your experience teaching political science at the collegiate level (i.e. courses taught, proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas, etc.).
JCCC educates a large, varied student body. Many of our 18,000 students are non-traditional, military veterans, immigrants, international, and first-generation college students.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in political science OR a Master’s degree in a different field and 18 graduate credit hours in political science.
- Experience teaching introductory political science and introductory American government at the collegiate level.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in political science.
- Ability to teach classes face-to-face on weekdays.
- Demonstrated proficiency with learning management systems, such as Canvas.
- Documented successful teaching at the college level.
- Professional experience as a political scientist.
- Ability to teach online.
To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts.
- Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions.
Benefits Category
For Adjunct Faculty
- Optional Retirement plan access
- Tuition discount for JCCC courses (for adjuncts meeting eligibility criteria)
- Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
- Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
About JCCC:
Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture – not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.
Mission: JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.
Vision: JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
JCCC is an equal opportunity employer and equal access institution. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.
Inquiries concerning JCCC's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies (including Title IX, Title VI and Section 504 inquiries) may be referred to a Title IX Coordinator (TitleIX@jccc.edu), or Director of Human Resources, or the Dean of Students and Learner Engagement at Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, Kansas City Office, U.S. Department of Education, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106, Telephone: 816-268-0550, Facsimile: 816-268-0559, Email to: OCR.KansasCity@ed.gov.
Disclosure:
If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the HR@jccc.edu. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.
Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be updated at any time at the discretion of management. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.
If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email HR@jccc.edu.
Advertised: 12 Nov 2026 Central Standard Time
Applications close: 19 Jan 2027 Central Standard Time
Work type: Adjunct Faculty
Location: Overland Park Main Campus
Categories: Credit Instruction
Position: Adjunct Professor, Political Science
Department: Academic Affairs
Type of Position: Adjunct Faculty
Exemption Status: Exempt
Work Schedule, Hours per week: Varies depending on department needs.
Opportunity for hybrid schedule: No
Starting Salary Range: AJCR $1,262-$1,404 per credit hour and in accordance with the adjunct table and determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.
Position Summary:
JCCC is looking for a qualified pool of applicants for a part-time political science faculty position. The ideal candidate(s) will be qualified and available to teach beginning in fall 2027 (with potential for summer 2027). Candidates need to be able to teach:
(a) face-to-face weekdays on our main campus;
(b) POLS 122 Political Science and POLS 124 American National Government;
(c) other courses and modalities, depending on areas of expertise.
Course descriptions can be found in JCCC’s course catalog. In addition to teaching, those hired are expected to perform other duties as assigned. Teaching loads are subject to change. All applications must be submitted via the JCCC jobs portal.
To be considered for this position, your cover letter or curriculum vitae must include the following:
(1) Indicate if you will be living in Kansas or Missouri at the time the position begins;
(2) Specifically discuss if you can teach face-to-face (on campus) during weekdays;
(3) Describe your experience teaching political science at the collegiate level (i.e. courses taught, proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas, etc.).
JCCC educates a large, varied student body. Many of our 18,000 students are non-traditional, military veterans, immigrants, international, and first-generation college students.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in political science OR a Master’s degree in a different field and 18 graduate credit hours in political science.
- Experience teaching introductory political science and introductory American government at the collegiate level.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in political science.
- Ability to teach classes face-to-face on weekdays.
- Demonstrated proficiency with learning management systems, such as Canvas.
- Documented successful teaching at the college level.
- Professional experience as a political scientist.
- Ability to teach online.
To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts.
- Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions.
Benefits Category
For Adjunct Faculty
- Optional Retirement plan access
- Tuition discount for JCCC courses (for adjuncts meeting eligibility criteria)
- Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
- Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
About JCCC:
Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture – not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.
Mission: JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.
Vision: JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
JCCC is an equal opportunity employer and equal access institution. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.
Inquiries concerning JCCC's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies (including Title IX, Title VI and Section 504 inquiries) may be referred to a Title IX Coordinator (TitleIX@jccc.edu), or Director of Human Resources, or the Dean of Students and Learner Engagement at Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, Kansas City Office, U.S. Department of Education, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106, Telephone: 816-268-0550, Facsimile: 816-268-0559, Email to: OCR.KansasCity@ed.gov.
Disclosure:
If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the HR@jccc.edu. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.
Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be updated at any time at the discretion of management. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.
If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email HR@jccc.edu.
Advertised: 12 Nov 2026 Central Standard Time
Applications close: 19 Jan 2027 Central Standard Time
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in political advisor jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, or a related field
- Experience advising elected officials, campaigns, or government agencies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for briefings and public statements
- Knowledge of legislative processes, regulatory frameworks, or electoral strategy
- Ability to analyze polling data, constituent feedback, and political research
- Familiarity with coalition building, stakeholder engagement, and media relations
Tips for Your Political Advisor Job Search
Tailor your resume to each race or cycle
Political advisor roles are often tied to specific election cycles, legislative sessions, or policy initiatives. Reframe your resume for each context, highlighting relevant constituency work, policy wins, or campaign outcomes that match the employer's current priorities.
Lead with measurable political outcomes
Hiring managers want to see what you moved, not just what you managed. Quantify results where you can: bills advanced, coalition partners secured, voter contact numbers hit, or media placements generated. Generic responsibility language loses out to concrete impact.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists political advisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target organizations by issue area, not just title
Political advisor roles are defined more by issue domain than job title. Search by your policy area, such as healthcare, environmental regulation, or fiscal policy, to surface openings where your substantive expertise gives you a genuine edge over generalist applicants.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers for political advisor roles routinely present real or hypothetical political situations and ask how you'd advise. Rehearse structured responses that show your decision-making process, stakeholder awareness, and ability to manage competing pressures under tight timelines.
Negotiate start dates around political calendars
Political roles often have hard start dates tied to legislative sessions, election filing deadlines, or budget cycles. When you receive an offer, confirm the expected start date early and flag any conflicts rather than surfacing them after signing.
Political Advisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most political advisors?
The most active employers for political advisors right now are University of North Texas, University of Central Oklahoma, and City University of New York, and the most openings are in District of Columbia, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is typically strongest during active legislative sessions and election cycles.
How many political advisor jobs are remote?
About 54% of political advisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability depends heavily on the type of role. Policy research, communications strategy, and consulting positions tend to offer more location flexibility than roles tied directly to a legislative body or campaign headquarters.
How do you become a political advisor?
Most political advisors start with a degree in political science, public policy, law, or communications, then build experience through internships on campaigns, in government offices, or at advocacy organizations. From there, the path typically runs through staff roles such as legislative aide or policy analyst before moving into advisory positions. Building a reputation in a specific policy area accelerates the transition to advisor-level work.
Can you get hired as a political advisor with little experience?
Entry points do exist, particularly on local campaigns, in constituent services offices, and at advocacy nonprofits that need junior policy staff. Focusing on a specific issue area where you have academic or volunteer depth makes you more competitive than presenting as a generalist. Treat every staff or coordinator role as a credentialing step, since most senior political advisor positions are filled through networks built in earlier roles.
What does the political advisor interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screen focused on your background and policy expertise, followed by one or more rounds with senior staff or principals. Candidates are often given a written exercise, such as a briefing memo, a rapid-response draft, or a policy position analysis. Final-round interviews frequently involve scenario questions designed to assess how you advise under pressure, manage conflicting stakeholder interests, and communicate recommendations clearly.
Where can I find and apply to political advisor jobs?
You can find and apply to political advisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your policy background and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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