Community Canvasser - (21-22/hr + bonuses)

The Outreach Team•Burlington, VT

2d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Community Canvassers and Team Leaders are sought to advocate for clean energy initiatives through grassroots outreach. This role involves engaging with residents door-to-door to promote utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). By supporting clean energy mandates, this position contributes to a stronger local economy, a healthier environment, and the protection of community interests. It offers experience in Leadership, Communication & Advocacy, Community Outreach & Engagement, Campaign Work, Public Policy, and Social Enterprise. The campaign runs through September 4th with possibilities for advancement.

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 preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Engage with the public in a friendly and respectful manner
Deliver a compelling campaign message, collect complete survey answers from voters, and persuade voters to sign a clean energy pledge
Participate in staff training to improve outreach skills
Follow the campaign's safety protocols
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 successful
Assist directors with canvasser training and administrative work