Voter Registration Canvasser

About the role

Help us get out the vote! This year, it is imperative that we get as many people across the country as possible to the polls. That's why we are partnering with great groups like Forward Majority and the Analyst Institute to register new voters ahead of the November election. In these offices, we will talk to prospective voters in busy public areas to conduct research and build political power, encouraging voters to stand up to Trumpism with their vote this fall.

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.

Locations

We will be canvassing in North Charlotte (Mooresville & Kannapolis).

Pay

• Canvass positions start at $21/hour
• Leadership positions start at $23/hour
• Overtime pay
• Shift bonuses
• Paid training
• Sick pay
• Bonuses for friend referrals

Schedule

We are hiring immediately; all positions run through November 3rd. Shifts run from 10:45am - 6:30pm weekdays and weekends with the possibility to work part-time or full-time.

Responsibilities

Canvasser Responsibilities ($21/hr):

• 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

Team Leader Responsibilities ($23/hr):

The Canvasser Responsibilities plus:

• 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

Qualifications

• 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
• Prior voter registration experience is strongly preferred, but not required