Voter Contact Organizer (Canvasser)

About

For Our Future Action Fund and For Our Future run the largest, permanent progressive field program across battleground states. Their mission is to advance economic justice by organizing voters around a pro‑union, economic agenda and to elect pro‑worker candidates. Through face‑to‑face conversations, they engage community partners and volunteers to win elections, drive local progress, and amplify collective voices.

Position Classification

This role is part of a union‑represented collective bargaining unit affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) 494. Employment terms and conditions are subject to the collective bargaining agreement.

Job Summary

The Voter Contact Organizer (Canvasser) will conduct day‑to‑day canvassing in Platteville, Wisconsin, engaging residents about upcoming elections. Candidates should be familiar with Platteville, have campaign or organizing experience, be comfortable working long hours, and have reliable transportation. The position is in‑person, runs through at least November 4 2026, and involves 75% travel.

Essential Functions

• Engage voters in meaningful door‑to‑door conversations to persuade, motivate, and educate them about progressive candidates and issues.
• Perform voter contact via door‑to‑door, online SMS texting, or phone daily to meet daily, weekly, and monthly goals.
• Report quantitative and qualitative metrics daily, ensuring timely and accurate data entry.
• Table, engage in high‑traffic canvassing, and attend events as directed.
• Assist with event execution as directed.
• Attend weekly scheduled calls and meetings.
• Participate in training on voter contact tactics, program strategy, and safety.
• Adhere to all health and safety protocols and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Previous campaign or voter contact experience preferred (volunteer or staff).
• Knowledge of Votebuilder/VAN or willingness to learn.
• Access to reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, insurance, registration, and a clean driving record for at least one year (or approved accommodation).
• Ability to work long and irregular hours in a high‑productivity, metrics‑driven environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure while handling multiple projects.
• Capability to work independently and in team settings.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Bilingual experience is a plus, but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of moving around for voter contact activity.
• Ability to transport up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to travel across Platteville.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage – 95% employer paid.
• Paid parental leave.
• Retirement savings plan with matching contributions up to the first 5%.
• $150 monthly cell phone and internet reimbursement.
• Monthly mileage stipend.
• 13 days paid time off each calendar year, plus other paid holidays.

Pay

$23.34 per hour.

Schedule

Normal canvassing hours are at least 40 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday. Employees may be required to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, and nights, and must observe campaign blackout dates.

Work Environment

Door‑to‑door canvassing is an essential function and may require work in extreme weather conditions (rain, heat, cold). The role involves regular face‑to‑face interaction with voters, volunteers, and community partners. If public health orders limit in‑person work, employees may be assigned remote duties.

Health and Safety

For Our Future Action Fund is committed to the health and safety of its staff, candidates, and communities. Employees are encouraged to stay up to date with COVID‑19 vaccinations and boosters, though this is not a requirement. All staff must follow the organization’s health and safety policies. Reasonable accommodations for health or safety concerns can be requested via hr@forourfuturefund.org.