Field Organizer

Democratic Party of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

5d•$21 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Organizer is the heartbeat of the grassroots movement, focused on direct voter contact and recruiting, training, and supporting local volunteer teams. This is an active, on-the-ground, front-line position responsible for executing the field plan, building volunteer infrastructure, and mobilizing Democratic voters. The role requires a driven individual who is comfortable with metrics, a fearless communicator, a leader by example, and adaptable to the irregular hours and challenges of campaign work.

Requirements

Goal Orientation: Relentlessly goal-oriented with a proven track record of working toward and achieving ambitious targets in a fast-paced environment.
Communication: Strong interpersonal skills; the ability to quickly connect with others, motivate them, and make direct "asks."
Cultural Competency: Ability to build authentic relationships across lines of difference and organize effectively in diverse communities.
Work Ethic & Resilience: Capacity and willingness to work long, irregular hours (including nights and weekends) during peak campaign season while maintaining a positive attitude.
Transportation: Access to reliable transportation (frequent travel within your assigned turf is required).
Values: A strong commitment to electing Democrats and advancing progressive values.
Accountability & Solution-Oriented: Take full ownership of actions and commitments, holding yourself to a high standard and seeing objectives through to completion. Approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Succeed by working as a team, stepping up to support teammates, and sharing knowledge freely. Actively break down silos by connecting across teams, inviting different perspectives, and staying open to new ideas.
Growth & Adaptability: Dedicated to continuous improvement and challenge yourself to learn and adapt. Proactively seek, offer, and act on feedback with openness and can anticipate potential obstacles to take proactive steps.
Respect & Inclusion: Build strong relationships by treating everyone with kindness, dignity, and trust. Approach interactions assuming positive intent and have the courage to address difficult topics directly and honestly while showing care for others.
Transparent Communication: Communicate openly and honestly to build trust and alignment. Be proactive in setting clear expectations, sharing the "why" behind decisions, and providing timely updates.

Nice To Haves

Previous organizing, sales, customer service, or high-volume outreach experience.
Proficiency with VoteBuilder (VAN), Reach, or similar databases.
Familiarity with Wisconsin communities and political geography.

Responsibilities

Execute daily direct voter contact (DVC) and volunteer recruitment through high-volume phone banking, text banking, and door-to-door canvassing.
Meet or exceed rigorous daily and weekly metric-based goals for calls made, doors knocked, and volunteer shifts recruited.
Build, train, and support local grassroots volunteer teams (Neighborhood Action Teams).
Move volunteers up the "ladder of engagement" by identifying stand-out individuals and coaching them to take on leadership roles (e.g., hosting phone banks or staging locations).
Plan, manage, and execute effective grassroots activities in your turf, including canvass kick-offs, friendbanks, community tabling, and house meetings.
Ensure all voter and volunteer data is entered into VoteBuilder (VAN) accurately, honestly, and on time at the end of every shift.
Work with regional leadership to ensure you have the materials, canvass packets, and turf necessary to execute your daily goals.
Maintain a relentlessly visible campaign presence in your community, building strong relationships with local stakeholders, county party leaders, and allied groups.