Political Canvasser

Groundswell Contact LLC•Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Groundswell Contact is seeking energetic and passionate individuals for a paid political canvasser position. As a canvasser, you will be responsible for talking to voters and engaging with them on political causes. This might mean knocking on a voter's door, standing outside of a library, or attending a local neighborhood meeting. If you're a people person, this job is for you! If you're not, don't fret - our training will get you up to speed in no time. You'll work as a part of a larger team so you have the support you need to succeed. Our clients are progressive candidates and organizations. Groundswell is an employee-centered company. That means we strive to make it easy for you to work with us: INTERVIEW ON YOUR TIMELINE - You can submit answers to our interview questions any time, any place. SET YOUR OWN SCHEDULE - Pick the shifts you want to work. Need to skip a week? No problem. WEEKLY PAY - Putting money in your pocket quicker. SIGNIFICANT ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - For hard workers, the sky is the limit.

Requirements

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
A smartphone and reliable transportation and willingness to travel in assigned territory
Passion for political activism and community engagement
Ability to walk long distances and climb stairs
18 years of age or older
High school diploma or equivalent, or currently enrolled in high school
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Ability to walk long distances and climb stairs
Ability to lift and carry canvassing materials (up to 25 pounds)

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in canvassing, door to door sales, or customer service is a plus
Bilingual in Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

Walk door-to-door to educate voters on political issues and candidate platforms
Collect signatures at high-traffic events, like rallies or concerts, or outside of public venues like libraries
Utilize various apps and tools to accurately track your work and engage with your supervisors
Collaborate with team members to achieve daily and weekly outreach goals
Keep up-to-date with current political events and issues
Participate in training sessions and team meetings as required