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:
- INTERVIEW ON YOUR TIMELINE - You can submit answers to our interview questions any time, any place.
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SET YOUR OWN SCHEDULE - Pick the shifts you want to work. Need to skip a week? No problem.
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WEEKLY PAY - Putting money in your pocket quicker.
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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
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Collect signatures at high-traffic events, like rallies or concerts, or outside of public venues like libraries
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Utilize various apps and tools to accurately track your work and engage with your supervisors
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Collaborate with team members to achieve daily and weekly outreach goals
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Keep up-to-date with current political events and issues
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Participate in training sessions and team meetings as required
Requirements:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
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A smartphone and reliable transportation and willingness to travel in assigned territory
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Passion for political activism and community engagement
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Ability to walk long distances and climb stairs
Education and Experience:
- 18 years of age or older
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High school diploma or equivalent, or currently enrolled in high school
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Prior experience in canvassing, door to door sales, or customer service is a plus
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Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
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Bilingual in Spanish a plus
Physical Demands:
- Ability to walk long distances and climb stairs
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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!
