Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a Lifeline Enrollment Agent, where you will play a vital role in connecting community members with essential telecommunications services. This energetic position involves engaging face-to-face with individuals in various outdoor settings, including door-to-door canvassing and community events. Your enthusiasm and communication skills will help empower underserved populations by providing vital information about Lifeline programs, ensuring they receive the support they need. This paid role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact while developing valuable sales and community engagement experience.
Responsibilities
- Conduct face-to-face outreach through door-to-door canvassing and outdoor community engagement to educate residents about Lifeline services
- Build rapport with diverse populations using conversational engagement and bilingual communication skills when applicable
- Assist potential applicants by explaining program benefits, eligibility requirements, and enrollment procedures clearly and transparently
- Utilize mobile devices to document interactions, collect necessary information, and submit enrollment data efficiently
- Promote community awareness through marketing efforts, including distributing informational materials and participating in local events
- Follow up with interested individuals to facilitate the enrollment process and answer any questions promptly
- Maintain professionalism during outdoor work, ensuring safety protocols are followed while walking or traveling between locations
Qualifications
- Proven experience in field sales, canvassing, or outdoor outreach activities, preferably in community or fundraising settings
- Strong face-to-face communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively
- Supervising experience or leadership skills are a plus for guiding team efforts or training new members
- Bilingual abilities to serve multilingual communities are highly desirable
- Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods while walking or using transportation methods such as walking or public transit
- Customer service background with a focus on conversational engagement and community support
- Experience with telemarketing, marketing strategies, or community engagement initiatives is advantageous
- Excellent communication skills combined with proficiency in using mobile devices for data entry and reporting
Join us in making a difference by helping individuals access essential communication services! This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to develop your sales, outreach, and community engagement skills while supporting those who need it most.
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
