by abryant

APPLY NOW: Civic Engagement Canvasser

Position Title: Civic Engagement Canvasser 

Reports To: Southern Organizer 

Pay Rate: $20 per hour 

Hours: This position ranges from 10-30 hours/week, per the Canvasser’s availability

 

The Civic Engagement Canvasser will engage in nonpartisan voter registration, community education, get-out-the-vote (GOTV), and voter protection activities leading up to the November 2022 Georgia General Election.

Responsibilities:

  • Voter registration: Supporting eligible adults with voter registration information and resources
  • Community education: Sharing non-partisan information about the voting process and voting rights
  • Canvassing: GOTV door knocking to households, primarily in South Philadelphia
  • Phone banking: Calling community members to GOTV
  • Text Banking: Texting community members to GOTV
  • Voter Protection: Conducting poll monitoring and support at Georgia polling places on Election Day
  • The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 5 pounds
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly expected to be on their feet and/or walking
  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
  • While canvassing in the neighborhood, there is a potential for interacting with unpredictable community members and inclement weather

The Canvasser will adhere to all public health guidelines and organizational policies regarding COVID-19

 

Qualifications:

  • Passion for civic engagement work is required
  • Strong verbal communication skills are required
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with diverse staff and community members is required

 

To Apply:

 

  • Please submit a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required and include Civic Engagement Canvasser in the subject line.
  • Applications for this position will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Incomplete applications or applications not submitted through the email address listed above will not be considered. No calls, please.

 

Posted: 9/8/2022