Revolution Strategies, Canvass Manager

About the role

Revolution Field Strategies (RFS) is a full-service grassroots mobilization firm that leads successful canvassing and Canvassing programs throughout the country. We are a people-first company with a mission to provide high-quality, cost-efficient, and innovative services to our clients and partners.

Position Summary

Revolution Field Strategies is seeking highly motivated candidates for the role of Canvass Manager for a Voter Contact program in Akron Ohio. Canvass Managers will assist in recruitment, training, and management of canvassers, who will be going door to door in the Akron area. Canvass Managers will work closely with the Regional Organizing Directors, Project Director and our Operations team to meet ambitious goals. Canvass Managers will work in regional canvass offices and spend time in the field with canvassers. Canvass Managers must be true self-starters and problem-solvers, and be able to work effectively with and manage a diverse team who come from a variety of backgrounds. We will provide comprehensive job training for new hires and we strongly encourage potential applicants who have the qualified skills for the position to apply, regardless of prior campaign experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with training and management of canvassers in the field, including pre-shift briefings and post-shift debriefings.
• Work with the Regional Organizer and Project Director to implement, adjust, and improve the training program.
• Willing and able to work extended hours, with the expectation of 6-day, 60+ hour weeks from mid-March through May with the high likelihood of extension through September, including evenings and weekends.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with a team
• Strong desire to help register new voters
• Must have ready access to personal transportation and will be required to provide proof of driver’s insurance
• Working knowledge of VoteBuilder, MiniVAN, or Blocks
• Prior volunteer or paid canvasser management
• Ability to stand, walk, and meet with canvassers in the field for the duration of the work day
• Ability to communicate with colleagues and partners in person, via phone (including conference and video calls), and via written communication such as email
• Vision and hearing abilities required

Benefits

• Full health care, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees who remain with the team for more than three months
• Job-related travel, lodging, and other expenses paid by RFS

Pay

The salary range for Canvass Managers is between $54,000 and $66,000 per year, depending on experience. The role begins immediately and is expected to end no later than November 15, 2026.

Schedule

Schedule: 50+ hours a week. Expectation of 6-day, 60+ hour weeks from mid-March through May, with a high likelihood of extension through September, including evenings and weekends.