Canvass Director

Canvass Directors

Location and Timeline:

We are identifying and connecting with Canvass Directors in Pennsylvania. Massachusetts, and Oregon

About The Outreach Team

The Outreach Team is a premier national field firm. We partner with organizations working to solve some of the biggest problems facing our society -- from protecting human rights to fighting climate change -- and help them build the resources they need to make an impact. We are a people-powered enterprise; our campaigns are effective because we hire diverse teams of talented people, invest in our staff, and treat them well.  

This is not tied to a current role, but If you are interested in being considered for Canvass Director roles as they become available, please submit your information and we will reach out as opportunities align with your experience and availability. 

Possible locations with priority for local candidates:

• Harrisburg, PA
• Lehigh Valley, PA
• Boston, MA
• Portland, OR 

We are looking for both Lead Directors and Deputy Directors to work within the director team to build an office to scale from the ground up. Lead Directors will recruit, train, and manage a team of local canvassers. Additionally, the Lead Director will manage a team of one or more Deputy Directors, and will be responsible for building an office to scale from the ground up. The Lead Director position reports to the Project Director  

The Deputy Director is expected to train canvassers in the field while canvassing themselves to lead by example; they must also communicate long and short term goals to staff and manage campaign reporting. The Deputy Director manages canvassers and Team Leads and reports to the Lead Director.

General Overview:
This is not tied to one specific campaign. If you are interested in being considered for Deputy Field Director roles as they come online, please submit your information and we will reach out as opportunities align with your experience and availability. 

Canvass Management Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of hourly staff who will canvass 
• Canvass yourself several days a week to train staff and drive office goals
• Set goals and hold staff accountable to them
• Train and provide ongoing motivation and support to staff
• Identify, promote, and train a leadership team
• Build a diverse team where staff feel respected while fostering a culture of equity and justice
• Implement quality control measures to ensure the integrity of the work
• Maintain a healthy and safe working environment for all staff 
• Develop strategic plans to reach targeted voters in assigned locations
• Manage administrative duties, including reporting data, record keeping, processing payroll, and distribution of materials 

Qualifications:

Must have

• Leadership experience, ability to motivate, grow, and manage a large team
• Eagerness to lead from the front and canvass several days a week
• Extreme attention to detail and a proven ability to instill that quality in others
• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong passion for community organizing and fostering civic engagement
• Track record of equity and inclusion
• Ability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends

Nice-to-have

• Experience running paid canvasses or managing paid employees
• Experience working in underserved or marginalized communities
• Facilitation experience
• Local knowledge/experience

Benefits: We offer a generous benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance, and hands-on training. At the end of the campaign, there may be opportunities for advancement and bonuses.

At The Outreach Team, we prioritize equity and inclusion. 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.

To Apply: Visit: https://theoutreachteam.applytojob.com/apply