DSCC-Community Canvasser

The Outreach Team•Overland Park, KS

4d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Canvasser will engage voters in Kansas City, Kansas, and Overland Park to encourage voter participation in the 2026 U.S. Senate election. The campaign is supporting Democratic candidate Adam Hamilton and will speak with voters about issues affecting their communities and the upcoming election. Canvassing roles start at $25 per hour; Team Leader roles start at $27 per hour. The positions run through November 3, with possible advancement afterward. Shifts are 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday, with full-time and part-time schedules available. Canvassers receive paid training and may earn overtime pay, driver and shift bonuses, sick pay, and friend-referral bonuses. Team Leaders also manage and support a small field group, ensure canvassers have necessary materials, and assist directors with training and administrative tasks. The role offers experience in leadership, communication and advocacy, community outreach and engagement, campaign work, public policy, and social enterprise. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States and, upon hire, provide original, unexpired documents acceptable for I-9 employment verification. The employer states its commitment to equity, inclusion, and anti-racism and encourages applicants from underrepresented groups.

Requirements

Strong communication skills and willingness and enthusiasm to speak with people.
Ability to stay motivated and work hard to engage as many people as possible.
Openness to new challenges and interest in building campaign skills.
Cultural competence and ability to engage respectfully with teammates and the community.
Eligibility to work in the United States.
Upon hire, ability to present original, unexpired documents from the Lists of Acceptable Documents for I-9 verification.

Nice To Haves

Passion for progressive politics and fostering democracy.
Prior canvassing experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Engage with the public in a friendly and respectful manner.
Deliver a compelling campaign message and collect complete survey answers from voters.
Participate in staff training to improve outreach skills.
Follow campaign safety protocols.
As a Team Leader, manage a small group of canvassers in the field, check in with them periodically, and debrief at the end of the day.
As a Team Leader, ensure each canvasser has the materials needed to succeed.
As a Team Leader, assist directors with canvasser training and administrative work.