Paid Canvass Lead

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of canvassers during daily door-to-door outreach and phone banking activities
• Aid in onboarding and training new canvassers on campaign messaging, best practices, and data collection procedures
• Provide in-the-field coaching, encouragement, and performance feedback to help canvassers achieve daily goals
• Maintain an overview of team productivity and communicate progress, challenges, and staffing needs to the Canvass Manager
• Ensure canvassers accurately record voter interactions using campaign databases and canvassing software
• Help maintain a positive, professional, and goal-oriented team environment
• Aid with daily field logistics, including staging, distributing materials, and preparing walk packets or turf assignments
• Serve as a point of contact for canvassers by answering questions and resolving minor issues in the field
• Engage with community members to promote the campaign's message and gather valuable voter feedback

Qualifications

• Previous experience in political canvassing, community organizing, voter outreach, or a related field
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or supervising a team is preferred
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate others and lead by example in a fast-paced field environment
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities
• Comfortable using smartphones, tablets, and canvassing or voter database software
• Reliable transportation and willingness to work evenings and weekends as campaign needs require
• Passion for civic engagement and dedication to making a positive impact in the community

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage
• Opportunities for advancement into management roles
• Hands-on leadership experience and professional development
• Positive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment
• Flexible scheduling options