Community Canvasser

Community Canvassers and Team LeadersHiring Immediately - $26-27/hr + bonusesFull-time & Part-timeHelp us turn out voters in California to get out the vote and win! Grassroots efforts are ramping up ahead of the Primary Election, and we are looking for a team of canvassers to help us reach voters who deserve a voice in this election. From now through Election Day, May 28th, our team is connecting directly with voters on the ground through door-to-door outreach. We will be supporting candidates who champion progressive values and our shared vision for the future, encouraging people to get out and vote for progressive leaders down the ticket.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.Get paid well! Canvassing positions start at $26/hour. Team Lead positions start at $27/hour. We offer overtime pay, shift bonuses, sick pay, and bonuses for friend referrals.Apply here: https://www.theoutreachteam.net/interest-form-totLocations: Oakland & Los Angeles, CAWe are hiring immediately, all positions run through May 28th with possibilities for advancement afterwards. Shifts run from 12pm - 7:45pm weekdays and weekends with the possibility to work part-time or full-time.Canvasser Responsibilities ($26/hr):Engage with the public in a friendly and respectful mannerDeliver a compelling campaign message, and collect complete survey answers from votersParticipate in staff training to improve outreach skillsFollow the campaign's safety protocolsTeam Leader Responsibilities ($27/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 dayEnsure each canvasser has all of the materials they need to be successfulAssist directors with canvasser training and administrative workThe Ideal CandidatePassionate about progressive politics and fostering democracyStrong communication skills; you should enjoy working with other people and be willing and excited to speak with everyoneHard worker who will stay motivated to engage as many people as possibleOpen to new challenges and are interested in building their campaign skillsCulturally competent and able to respectfully engage with teammates and the communityPrior canvassing experience is preferred, but not required.Apply here: https://www.theoutreachteam.net/interest-form-totWe 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.Note: Employees must be eligible to work in the US. Upon hire, everyone will be required to present original, and unexpired documents from the Lists of Acceptable Documents to complete the I-9 form verification.