Canvass Director

The New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG) Fund is hiring passionate and experienced organizers to direct the Albany field office for our statewide environmental campaign this summer to fight climate change. Canvass Directors working for NYPIRG have driven the grassroots movement to ban fracking in New York State, block new fossil fuel infrastructure, and hold climate polluters accountable for the damage they’ve caused to the planet. The position begins with a week-long training at our NYC office starting April 24, 2023, with NYPIRG Canvass Directors running seasonal offices for the 18 week summer campaign from May 1 – September 1.

About NYPIRG:

NYPIRG Fund is New York’s largest and most effective environmental and consumer advocacy organization with tens of thousands of supporters in all regions of New York State. Much of NYPIRG’s grassroots power stems from our statewide canvassing efforts. For the past 50 years, NYPIRG’s work educating and activating communities across the state has paved the way for hundreds of legislative victories, such as establishing a state superfund to make polluters pay for toxic dumping, science-based climate solutions, and establishing the bottle deposit law to increase recycling. 

About NYPIRG’s Environmental Campaign:

Over five decades of work NYPIRG has been a leading voice in New York State on a wide range of environmental and energy issues. The goal of NYPIRG’s environmental protection campaign is to make New York a global leader in protecting public health from the serious threats of water and air pollution, climate change, and toxic chemical exposure.

Our Summer 2023 campaign will prioritize holding big polluters accountable for the damages they’ve caused to our environment, climate and public health, as we move towards a fossil-free future.

Job description:

• Recruit, hire, manage, and train a staff of canvassers and staff trainers in fundraising and persuasive language skills
• Door canvassing to educate and activate the public and secure gifts from supporters of all levels ranging from small dollar donors to larger and major donors, and establishing relationships with new supporters
• Speaking with past supporters to renew their support and keep them updated on our work
• Plan and execute outreach plans for the canvass operation, including cutting and distributing turf

 Requirements

• At least one season/cycle of experience in community organizing, canvassing and/or fundraising, preferably in a training or management capacity
• Fiercely passionate about fighting climate change and being the inspiring force for the political awakening of budding activists  
• Ability to maintain a positive and welcoming demeanor in a fast-paced campaign environment, capable of handling concurrent tasks expeditiously 
• Ability to work long hours, including some weekends, for the 19-week period from April 24 – Sept 1
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle
• Proof of current COVID-19 vaccination
• Experience with GSuite/Google Workspace, and software such as NGP VAN, MiniVAN, Hustle, or similar turf management/marketing software preferred
• Must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job including carrying or lifting items weighing up to 20 lbs and going door-to-door for periods of up to 4 hours.
• Ability to work with a wide-array of personalities and to think on one’s feet is highly desired.

Salary and benefits

• Salary is $957.83/week for the 19 week employment term (equivalent to $49,806.90/year) with additional commission opportunities based on personal fundraising performance 
• Paid sick leave, competitive vacation time and holiday package
• Health, dental and vision insurance eligibility after 90 days
• Other positions within the organization after September 1 available to qualified candidates

Email a cover letter and resume (MSWord or PDF only please) as attachments to CDjobs@nypirg.org with CANVASS DIRECTOR in the subject line. No phone calls please. NYPIRG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For all employment opportunities people of color, women, and LGBTQIA individuals are highly encouraged to apply.