Paid Canvasser / Field Representative (Internship Eligible)

Position Overview: Field & Community Representative

The field and community reps will work directly with a Regional Field Organizer lead to execute the campaign’s field plan and outreach, to manage volunteer recruitment and retention, and to conduct Direct Voter Contact. 

Key Responsibilities

• Staff will be required to do Direct Voter Contact through door to door canvassing and events as needed to connect with voters on behalf of the campaign.
• Engage with residents in a friendly and respectful manner, answering questions about the candidate's platform and encouraging voter participation. 
• Maintain excellent communication skills and be friendly, outgoing, and persuasive.
• Accurately record voter preferences and contact information using provided tools and technology.
• Provide daily updates and reports on progress and voter feedback to your direct supervisor at the end of your shift(s).
• Adhere to all campaign regulations and guidelines, ensuring ethical and legal canvassing practices.
• Must be able to navigate a door-to door map via personal cell, outside and sometimes up and down hills or stairs, multiple times a day.
• Expectation is 12-15 hours minimum up to 42 hours per week.
• All staff members will be expected to assist with other field positions as necessary, particularly prior to events or when a position is vacant.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to engage with diverse people and an outgoing and friendly personality. 
• The ability to register to vote in the State of Illinois. 
• Reliable transportation and phone service. 
• Some campaign and/or circulator experience. 
• Knowledge of local issues and politics in Illinois and the 8th Congressional. 
• Expectation is 3 days a week at least for part-time and 5 days for full-time.

Benefits:

• Hourly pay of $18-$25 per hour depending on experience and hours. 
• Paid weekly. Bonuses for Recruitment.
• Part-time or Full-time hours available: flexible scheduling and availability including weekends and evenings.
• Networking opportunities and potential for future opportunities within our organization nationwide.
• Passion for thinking outside the box and organizing communities.
• A good level of proficiency in Spanish and Hindi is a plus but not required. 
• Onboarding and training will be given and support in the field and in office to help staff master skill set.
• At least one cycle of experience in a paid or volunteer campaign role preferred. Knowledge of VAN and/or campaigns preferred.