Deputy Field Director-Seattle, WA

The Outreach Team•Seattle, WA

3d•$1,146 - $1,542•Onsite

About The Position

The Outreach Team is a premier national field firm that partners with organizations working to solve significant societal problems, such as protecting human rights and fighting climate change. They help these organizations build the resources needed to make an impact. The company emphasizes its people-powered approach, highlighting that their campaigns are effective due to hiring diverse, talented individuals, investing in staff, and treating them well. This specific role is for a Canvass Director to manage their office in Seattle, WA. The Director will be responsible for recruiting, training, and managing a team of local canvassers to engage residents in conversations about supporting clean energy projects. The role involves building an office from the ground up, leading by example in the field, communicating goals, and managing campaign reporting. The position is focused on building community support for local clean energy storage projects in King and Kitsap Counties, aiming to improve energy reliability, lower costs, and support Washington's clean energy objectives. The role is for the summer, from June 9th to July 2nd, with a strong preference for local and in-state candidates.

Requirements

Leadership experience, ability to motivate a large team
Eagerness to lead from the front and canvass several days a week.
Extreme attention to detail and a proven ability to instill that quality in others.
Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills.
Strong passion for community organizing and fostering civic engagement.
Track record of equity and inclusion.
Ability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Experience running paid canvasses or managing paid employees
Experience with deep canvassing
Experience working in underserved or marginalized communities
Facilitation experience
Local knowledge/experience

Responsibilities

Manage a team of 10-15 hourly staff who will be canvassing door-to-door to garner support and recruit volunteers for local clean energy projects
Set goals and hold staff accountable
Train and provide ongoing motivation and support to staff
Identify, promote, and train a leadership team
Build a diverse team where staff feel respected, while fostering a culture of equity and justice
Implement quality control measures to ensure integrity of the work
Go in the field yourself a few days per week to canvass, train staff, and help drive office goals
Maintain a healthy and safe working environment for all staff
Develop strategic plans to reach registered voters in assigned locations
Manage administrative duties, including reporting data, record keeping, processing payroll, and distribution of materials