JOB OPENINGS

CANVASSER
POSITION SUMMARY: Canvassers are a core part of Rising Voices’ mission to build grassroots Asian American power. Canvassers support our year-round engagement efforts through door to door canvassing, clipboarding or tabling at community events, and occasional phone banking. The canvassing team is supervised by the Outreach Coordinator.
This is a long-term temporary position until November 6, 2024. Shifts are Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11-5pm (10-6pm during election season). Applicants must be able to commit to a minimum of two (2) full shifts per week to be eligible for this position. Canvassing and other in-person outreach will take place in Macomb and Oakland Counties, and potentially Wayne and Washtenaw Counties.
Full-time and part-time positions are available. Canvassers who work under thirty (30) hours per week will be considered part-time; Canvassers who work thirty (30) or more hours per week will be considered full-time and will be eligible for full-time benefits
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Speak with voters through in-person canvassing, as well as occasional clipboarding at community events and phone banking
-
Have deep conversations with voters about issues, legislation, elections, and elected officials
-
Accurate data collection
-
Support organizational efforts in voter registration and absentee voter registration
-
Make follow-up calls with interested community members
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
-
Must have reliable access to transportation to canvass launch sites in Macomb and Oakland Counties
-
Must be 18 years of age or older, with high school education or equivalent
-
Must be available to work a minimum of two (2) full shifts per week
-
Must have COVID-19 vaccination and at least one (1) booster prior to starting work
-
Commitment to social justice
-
Good listening and communication skills
-
Able to learn new skills, scripts, and technology tools
-
Self-motivated and able to work towards goals with little supervision
-
Positive and persuasive personality
-
Comfort with working outside, moving from door to door, and knocking on doors in inclement weather
-
Comfort working with groups of people who are diverse in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual identity, age, religious affiliation, English language proficiency, class, education background, immigration status, and ability.
-
Plus: bilingual ability in an Asian language
-
Plus: ability to provide transportation to other team members during canvassing shifts
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
-
Hourly starting rate of $20/hour with regular longevity raises
-
Earned paid sick leave and holidays for all canvassers; Health insurance & paid vacation for full-time employees
-
Canvassers who are able to drive team members around canvassing turf during shifts will be compensated additionally on a per shift basis
For more information about the position and to apply, please click on the buttons below.