Voter Contact Canvasser

Milwaukee, WI, USA
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Job Description

Community Canvassers and Team Leaders - Help Make Wisconsin a Progressive Stronghold!

Hiring Immediately - $22.50 - 24.50 /hr + bonuses

Full-time & Part-time


Help us get out the vote! Wisconsin played a pivotal role in the last election, and this time it could be the key battleground state. By helping Democratic candidates win, we have the chance to make a significant impact. Join us as we work to protect democracy this election season!

 

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! Canvass positions start at $22.50 /hour. Leadership positions start at $24.50 /hour. We offer overtime pay, driver bonuses, shift bonuses, paid training, sick pay, and bonuses for friend referrals. 


Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin


We are hiring immediately, all positions run through November 5th with possibilities for advancement afterwards. Shifts run from 12:00pm - 8:00pm weekdays and weekends with the possibility to work part-time or full-time. Part-time must still work full shifts. 


Canvasser Responsibilities ($22.50 /hr):

  • Engage with the public in a friendly and respectful manner
  • Deliver a compelling campaign message, and collect complete survey answers from voters
  • Participate in staff training to improve outreach skills
  • Strictly follow the campaign's safety protocols, including the use of PPE and compliance with daily health and safety guidelines


Team Leader Responsibilities ($24.50 /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 day
  • Ensure each canvasser has all of the materials they need to be safe and successful
  • Assist directors with canvasser training and administrative work


The ideal candidate:

  • Passionate about progressive politics and fostering democracy
  • Strong communication skills; you should enjoy working with other people and be willing and excited to speak with everyone
  • Hard worker who will stay motivated to engage as many people as possible
  • Open to new challenges and are interested in building their campaign skills
  • Culturally competent and able to respectfully engage with teammates and the community
  • Prior canvassing experience is not required.


Apply here: https://www.voteblue.win/apply 


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.