Voter Turnout Canvasser $21-$23/hr bonuses
This year, with key issues and human rights on the line, it’s extremely important that people uplift their voices at the ballot box to vote for the change they want to see in their communities. Every eligible voter deserves the chance to influence their community and shape the electorate. We’ll engage with community members in busy public places across the Boston area to help them become "Mobilizers," sending a personalized postcard of themselves to friends and family encouraging them to get out and vote.
About the role
This role is a great opportunity to gain experience in leadership, communication & advocacy, community outreach & engagement, campaign work, public policy, and social enterprise. Positions run through [date] with possibilities for advancement afterwards. Shifts are Tuesday–Sunday, 11 am–7 pm, with options for part-time or full-time schedules.
Pay
- Canvassers: $21/hr (first 3 days of paid training at $20/hr)
- Team Leaders: $23/hr
- Overtime pay available
- Sick pay provided
Responsibilities
Canvasser ($21/hr)
- Engage with the public in a friendly and respectful manner
- Deliver a compelling campaign message and help community members complete and send personalized, relational postcards to their friends and family encouraging them to vote
- 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 ($23/hr)
All Canvasser responsibilities, plus:
- Manage a small group of canvassers in the field by checking in with them periodically throughout the day and debriefing at the end of the day
- Ensure each canvasser has all the materials they need to be safe and successful
- Assist directors with canvasser training and administrative work
Qualifications
- Passionate about progressive politics, family economic policy, and fostering democracy
- Strong communication skills; enjoys working with other people and is 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 interested in building campaign skills
- Culturally competent and able to respectfully engage with teammates and the community
- Prior relational organizing, vote tripling, or voter contact experience is strongly preferred but not required