Voter Registration Canvasser - $20-$22/hr + bonuses
About The Position
This year, with key issues and human rights on the line, it is extremely important that people uplift their voices at the ballot box to vote for the change that they want to see in their communities. Every eligible voter deserves the chance to influence their community and shape the electorate. We’ll engage with potential voters in busy public places within their communities to help them register to vote. Our goal is to register and mobilize new voters in [State} to ensure that all voices are being heard. This role is a great opportunity to gain experience in the following areas: Leadership, Communication & Advocacy, Community Outreach & Engagement, Campaign Work, Public Policy, and Social Enterprise.
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
- Eligible to work in the US
- Upon hire, everyone will be required to present original, and unexpired documents from the Lists of Acceptable Documents to complete the I-9 form verification
Nice To Haves
- Prior voter registration experience is strongly preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- Engage with the public in a friendly and respectful manner
- Deliver a compelling campaign message, and collect complete, and valid voter registration forms
- Participate in staff training to improve outreach skills
- Strictly follow the campaign's safety protocols, including the use of PPE and compliance with daily health and safety guidelines
- 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 safe and successful
- Assist directors with canvasser training and administrative work
Benefits
- Overtime pay
- Shift bonuses
- Paid training
- Sick pay
- Bonuses for friend referrals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
