Chicago Citywide Campaign Seeking Field Organizers

January 1, 2015

Chicago Citywide Campaign Seeking Field Organizers

Field Organizer Job Description
Campaign located in Chicago looking for experienced Field Organizers for February election.
Responsibilities include:
  • Volunteer recruitment
  • Executing regular voter contact with targeted voters in their assigned turf
  • Assuming responsibility for meeting voter contact and volunteer recruitment goals
  • Training and managing volunteers to participate in activities like door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, and data entry
Skills and Qualifications:
  • Candidates must be self-motivated, goal-oriented, and have a strong commitment to accountability.
  • Ability to juggle multiple priorities and projects and meet deadlines under pressure
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Willingness to work long hours, including nights and weekends, in a fast-paced
  • environment
  • Commitment to electing candidates with progressive ideals
  • Working knowledge of VAN a must
  • Access to computer and phone

To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to chicago2015race@gmail.com