Cartwright for Congress Campaign is seeking full-time Field Organizers to recruit and build an aggressive volunteer field operation to defend a vital and newly-drawn District in an important swing state.
Field Organizers are responsible for building a grassroots network of volunteers capable of turning out enough voters to deliver the margin of victory within their assigned region. It is the most fundamental act of politics and organizing, and having successful Field Organizing experience is what you need to jumpstart your career in politics.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Recruiting, managing and training volunteers to participate in direct voter contact activities – namely, canvassing and phonebanking.
· Meeting strict daily, weekly, and monthly goals, including volunteer recruitment dials, and volunteer productivity.
· Preparing all canvass and call materials for volunteer activities.
· Adhering to a daily reporting schedule; reporting to, and under the supervision of, the Campaign Field Director.
Qualifications:
· Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to successfully relate to voters and volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds.
· Previous organizing or campaign experience is a plus.
· Ability to work independently and in team settings.
· Ability to work long and irregular hours in a fast-paced, metrics-driven workplace.
· Experience working in a multi-ethnic and multi-racial environment is a plus;
· Must have a vehicle, auto insurance and a valid driver's license.
· Previous campaign or community organizing experience preferred but not necessary.
· Knowledge of VoteBuilder/VAN preferred but not necessary.
· Database skills and access to a reliable portable computer.
Strong commitment to progressive social change – and to the long days and weeks of campaign environment – are required. This is a newly-drawn District for this Member of Congress, and it includes many voters who aren't yet familiar with Rep. Cartwright.
Salary is $3000/monthly, and travel and cellphone/laptop stipends are provided. Housing is provided if necessary.
To apply, please send resume, brief cover letter and at least three professional or academic references (references not contacted until you have a successful interview) to Jobs@DemocracyPartners.com with "Cartwright Field Organizer" in subject line.
Cartwright for Congress is an EOE and all personnel actions are made without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis.
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