Community Canvasser - Get Out the Vote

The Outreach Team • VA

80d • $23 - $24

About The Position

For this “Vote Tripling” project, we will be talking to Virginians, encouraging them to get out and vote, and working with them to ensure their community does the same. This campaign is centered around increasing overall voter participation by meeting people where they’re at and providing them with the information they need to make their voice heard. Join our team, and help us generate strong voter turnout in the Nov 4th election! This role is a great opportunity to gain experience in the following areas: Leadership, Communication & Advocacy, Community Outreach & Engagement, Campaign Work, Public Policy, and Social Enterprise.

Requirements

• Passionate about progressive politics and fostering democracy
• Strong communication skills; you should enjoy working with other people and be willing and excited to speak with everyone
• Hard worker who will stay motivated to engage as many people as possible
• Open to new challenges and are interested in building their campaign skills
• Culturally competent and able to respectfully engage with teammates and the community
• Prior canvassing experience is not required

Responsibilities

• Engage with the public in a friendly and respectful manner
• Deliver a compelling campaign message
• Participate in staff training to improve outreach skills
• Strictly follow the campaign's safety protocols, including the use of PPE and compliance with daily health and safety guidelines
• Manage a small group of canvassers out in the field by checking in with them periodically throughout the day and debriefing with them at the end of the day
• Ensure each canvasser has all of the materials they need to be safe and successful
• Assist directors with canvasser training and administrative work

Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $23.50/hour for canvassers and $24.50/hour for team leaders
• Flexible shifts running from 10:45 AM - 6:30 PM on weekdays and weekends
• Opportunity to gain experience in various areas related to community engagement and advocacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees