Voter Registration Field Director

The Outreach Team • Scranton, PA

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About The Position

The Outreach Team is a premier national field firm. We partner with organizations working to solve some of the biggest problems facing our society -- from protecting human rights to fighting climate change -- and help them build the resources they need to make an impact. We are a people-powered enterprise; our campaigns are effective because we hire diverse teams of talented people, invest in our staff, and treat them well.
Voter registration is a crucial first step to empowering citizens to make their voices heard and creating meaningful change in our democracy. By engaging community members we are building a movement that ensures the electorate accurately reflects the diversity and interests of all voters, giving everyone a seat at the decision table.
Field Director
Field Directors work within the director team to build an office to scale from the ground up. They train canvassers in the field while canvassing themselves to lead by example, communicate long and short term goals to staff, and manage campaign reporting. Field Directors manage canvassers and Team Leads and report to the Lead Director.
Lead Director
Lead Directors recruit, train, and manage a team of local canvassers. They manage a team of one or more Deputy Directors and are responsible for building an office to scale from the ground up. Lead Directors report to the Project Director and are accountable for meeting high-impact goals while fostering a positive team culture.
The Field Director is expected to lead by example, canvassing in the field while training and supporting canvassers, play a key role in managing daily operations, meeting voter contact goals, and developing future leaders within the team.

Requirements

• Experience leading, motivating, and managing large teams in a fast-paced setting.
• Eagerness to lead from the front by actively canvassing alongside the team.
• Extreme attention to detail and a proven ability to enforce high standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a self-starter mentality.
• Passion for community organizing and empowering voters.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice.
• Ability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing paid canvasses or teams of paid employees.
• Experience working with diverse communities, marginalized populations and or underrepresented populations.
• Strong facilitation and training experience.
• Local ties to the area.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and manage a team of 20-50 paid canvassers who will engage voters.
• Canvass yourself multiple days a week to lead by example and train staff in the field.
• Set voter registration goals
• Provide ongoing training, support, and motivation to ensure a high-performing team.
• Identify, promote, and develop leadership within the team to maximize impact.
• Foster a diverse and inclusive environment where all staff feel valued and respected.
• Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure message accuracy and data integrity.
• Maintain a safe and positive working environment for all staff.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to reach targeted voters effectively.
• Handle administrative tasks, including daily data reporting, payroll processing, and inventory management.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance, and hands-on training.
• Opportunities for advancement and bonuses at the campaign’s conclusion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees