Campaign Organizer

The Outreach Team•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

We are hiring a field organizer to play a key role in building grassroots support, engaging with voters, and driving the success of field operations on a campaign for a California State Assembly candidate. Reporting to the Organizing Director, the organizer will be responsible for recruiting and managing volunteers, coordinating community outreach, and implementing strategies to maximize voter engagement. This position is ideal for a highly motivated individual passionate about civic engagement and able to thrive in a fast-paced political environment. This is a part-time role starting February 9, 2026, transitioning to a full-time position on May 9, 2026, for the final three weeks, wrapping after June 2, 2025.

Requirements

A deep commitment to equity and justice is non-negotiable.
You must have strong organizational and multitasking skills in fast-paced environments, along with clear and effective communication abilities, both written and spoken.
Comfort using campaign tools like VAN, Hustle, Impactiv, and Mailchimp is important.
For leadership roles, you should have demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to motivate, grow, and manage a team.
All positions require availability to work evenings and weekends as needed, and field leadership roles demand the ability to work long hours while maintaining extreme attention to detail and instilling that quality in others.
You should be a self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills and a strong passion for community organizing and fostering civic engagement.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience on issue or electoral campaigns is valuable.
Background in event planning, community organizing, or managing paid employees will help you succeed in these roles.
Experience working with volunteers, especially in student or grassroots contexts, is beneficial.
Familiarity with Google Suite, data tracking tools, VAN, and MiniVAN is a plus.
Experience working in underserved or marginalized communities, facilitation experience, and local knowledge of North Carolina communities will strengthen your candidacy.

Responsibilities

Recruit and Train Volunteer Leaders
Identify dna recruit new volunteers via calls and text, community outreach, digital outreach, and more for supporter list building
Maintain detailed supporter and volunteer tracking to ensure strong follow-up and retention
Recruit supporters and volunteers into meaningful campaign action, such as door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, text banking, and more.
Train volunteers through grassroots organizing skill sessions
Track and report voter engagement metrics to inform strategic adjustments
Build relationships with local organizations, community leaders, and advocacy groups to expand the campaign’s reach.
Represent the campaign in community spaces and uplift partner organizations
Plan and execute campaign activities that build awareness and engagement, such as town halls, rallies, and meet-and-greets with the candidate
Drive turnout to campaign events and actions
Activate social media supporters to amplify campaign messages
Use peer-to-peer texting tools and relational organizing platforms
Send timely email campaigns to recruit participants and promote events
Track all outreach efforts and report progress through daily numbers and weekly reports

Benefits

unlimited paid vacation with approval and sick leave
comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
a monthly cell phone stipend
At the end of the campaign, there may be opportunities for advancement and bonuses.

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