Get-Out-The-Vote Canvasser - Twin Cities, MN
The Outreach Team is a field firm specializing in face-to-face canvassing operations. We fuel the nation's leading groups to register voters, turn out the vote, and win on election day.
We are currently seeking Get-Out-The-Vote Canvassers and Team Leaders to join us on an important and exciting campaign to turn out hundreds of Democratic voters in the Twin Cities leading up to Primary Election Day on August 11.
We are hiring canvassers for a voter mobilization project that has been proven to generate votes. Canvassers will engage with the voters at polling places in a friendly, professional, and most importantly, safe manner.
Team Leaders will be responsible for managing a small group of canvassers out in the field at a specific polling location. Team Leaders coach and train canvassers and report to directors. They ensure everyone in their group is set up in the correct place with all of the necessary materials, and they will check in with their team throughout the day to evaluate skills and confirm proper health and safety measures are being followed. Team Leaders are responsible for debriefing with their team at the end of the day and ensuring proper data reporting.
COVID-19 has altered the political landscape, but one thing remains the same - we will need to have in-person conversations to maximize voter turnout and win this year and we can do this safely. We will provide PPE and substantial health and safety training. Most importantly,we have developed a canvassing protocol that allows our staff to maintain at least 6 feet of distance from the people they are talking to, all while outdoors and wearing a mask so we can keep our staff and the people in our communities safe.
We are hiring immediately. This position runs through Primary Day, 8/11/20, with opportunities to extend through the Election and beyond.
Locations: Immediate priority is in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Canvasser Responsibilities:
● Engage with the public in a friendly and professional manner
● Speak to voters at polling stations
● Follow the safety protocol, including the use of PPE and compliance with daily health and safety guidelines
● Familiarize yourself with state election laws and statutes, and comply with all applicable legal requirements for behavior around polling locations
Team Leader Responsibilities:
● Engage with the public in a friendly and professional manner
● 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
● Follow the safety protocol, including the use of PPE and compliance with daily health and safety guidelines
● Familiarize yourself with state election laws and statutes, and comply with all applicable legal requirements for behavior around polling locations
Skills:
● Charismatic, energetic, and passionate about voting rights and electing Democrats!
● Customer service skills; you should enjoy working with other people
● Goal-oriented and able to see the bigger picture
● Determined, motivated, and not easily discouraged
Qualifications:
● Prior experience with canvassing operations or poll watching is preferred but not required. We will consider candidates with comparable experience.
● Energetic, outgoing and willing to talk to the public
● Leadership experience, ability to motivate, grow, and meet goals
● Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
● Strong passion for progressive issues, community organizing and fostering civic engagement
● Ability to work long hours each day, including evenings and weekends
Wages: The wage range for this position is $15 to $20 per hour for canvassers and $21 per hour for team leaders. We offer sick pay and hands-on training. At the end of the campaign, there may be opportunities for advancement and bonuses.
Apply: Follow this link to apply. Select 'Minneapolis Vote Tripling' as the office you are applying for.
At The Outreach Team, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We are an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage Black, indigenous, people of color, women, people with previous felony convictions, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and others who identify with underrepresented groups to apply.
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