Political Canvasser

Groundswell Contact is seeking energetic and passionate individuals for a paid political canvasser position. As a canvasser, you will be responsible for talking to voters and engaging with them on political causes.  This might mean knocking on a voter's door, standing outside of a library, or attending a local neighborhood meeting.  If you're a people person, this job is for you!  If you're not, don't fret - our training will get you up to speed in no time.  You'll work as a part of a larger team so you have the support you need to succeed.  Our clients are progressive candidates and organizations.

Groundswell is an employee-centered company.  That means we strive to make it easy for you to work with us:

1. INTERVIEW ON YOUR TIMELINE - You can submit answers to our interview questions any time, any place.
2. SET YOUR OWN SCHEDULE - Pick the shifts you want to work.  Need to skip a week?  No problem.
3. WEEKLY PAY - Putting money in your pocket quicker.
4. SIGNIFICANT ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - For hard workers, the sky is the limit.

Responsibilities:

• Walk door-to-door to educate voters on political issues and candidate platforms
• Collect signatures at high-traffic events, like rallies or concerts, or outside of public venues like libraries
• Utilize various apps and tools to accurately track your work and engage with your supervisors
• Collaborate with team members to achieve daily and weekly outreach goals
• Keep up-to-date with current political events and issues
• Participate in training sessions and team meetings as required

Requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
• A smartphone and reliable transportation and willingness to travel in assigned territory
• Passion for political activism and community engagement
• Ability to walk long distances and climb stairs

Education and Experience:

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent, or currently enrolled in high school
• Prior experience in canvassing, door to door sales, or customer service is a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus

Physical Demands:

• Ability to walk long distances and climb stairs
• Ability to lift and carry canvassing materials (up to 25 pounds)

If you're a motivated and passionate individual looking to make a difference in your community, please submit your resume. We can't wait to hear from you!