GOTV Field Director - Alaska

The Outreach Team•Fairbanks, AK

10d•$1,300 - $1,500

About The Position

The Outreach Team is hiring a GOTV Field Director to mobilize voters in key districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The Director will recruit, train, and manage a team of local canvassers conducting in-person voter contact, with health and safety protocols in place. The position is anchored in offices in Anchorage and Fairbanks, with hiring throughout Alaska. The Director will manage a team of 20–30 canvassers, set goals, support and hold staff accountable, develop staff leaders, and foster a respectful culture of equity and justice. They will also work in the field several days per week to register voters, train staff, and help meet office goals. Additional responsibilities include quality control, strategic planning, maintaining a safe work environment, and administrative duties such as reporting data, record keeping, payroll processing, and distributing materials. The salary range is $1,300–$1,500 per week. The company offers sick leave, health insurance, a phone and data stipend, and hands-on training. Advancement and bonuses may be available at the end of the campaign.

Requirements

Strong management skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire a team while holding staff accountable to goals and expectations.
Ability to speak compellingly about campaign issues and strategy.
Willingness and ability to listen to staff and solve problems.
Commitment to equity and inclusion.
Strong work ethic and ability to persevere through challenges and setbacks.
Attention to detail and ability to drive best practices that protect the integrity of the registration process.
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to unexpected circumstances and last-minute changes.
Eagerness to learn and openness to feedback.
Basic technology competency, including G-suite or Microsoft Office and use of a smartphone or computer.

Nice To Haves

Community or issue-based campaign experience.
Experience running paid canvasses or managing paid employees.
Experience running voter registration or petition signature-gathering efforts.
Passion for social change and activism.
Team-building ability.
Attention to detail.
A track record of success meeting or exceeding goals.
Experience working in underserved or marginalized communities.
Facilitation experience.
Local knowledge or experience.
Proficiency in one or more Alaska Native languages.

Responsibilities

Manage a team of 20–30 canvassers, set goals, and hold staff accountable.
Train staff and provide ongoing motivation and support.
Identify, promote, and train a leadership team.
Build a diverse team and foster a culture where staff feel respected, with a focus on equity and justice.
Implement quality control measures to protect the integrity of the work.
Work in the field several days per week to register voters, train staff, and help drive office goals.
Maintain a healthy and safe working environment for staff.
Develop strategic plans to reach target voters and constituencies in assigned locations.
Manage administrative duties, including data reporting, record keeping, payroll processing, and distributing materials.