Canvass Field Director

The Outreach Team is a field firm specializing in face-to-face canvassing operations. We fuel the nation's leading progressive groups to raise money, and impact critical elections.

We are currently seeking Field Directors to join us on an important and exciting campaign to help manage the day to day operations of a canvass operation aimed at door to door canvassing to educate Pennsylvanians about the benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) passed in 2022 by the Biden Administration, and connect them to clean energy resources. We are hiring for multiple Lead Director and Deputy Director positions in Philadelphia, Bucks County, Montgomery County, Chester County.

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) passed by President Biden’s administration in 2022 is a transformational move to fight climate change that provides homeowners, communities, and local businesses with access to credits and tax rebates for energy efficient projects and upgrades. Taking advantage of the IRA benefits not only improves our environmental footprint, but the quality of life for Pennsylvanians. Unfortunately, too few residents know about the IRA or how to access the benefits. Our goal is to provide the public information on these tangible benefits to reduce their monthly costs while also fighting the climate crisis.

Field Directors will recruit, train, and manage a team of local canvassers to educate Pennsylvanians about the benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act passed in 2022 by the Biden Administration and connecting them to clean energy resources. Additionally, the Lead Campaign Director will manage a team of three or more Deputy Directors, and will be responsible for building an office to scale from the ground up. This position reports to the Project Director.

COVID-19 has altered the political landscape, but one thing remains the same - we will need to have in-person conversations with people to ensure they have the information necessary to take advantage of these historic benefits. Thankfully, we can do this in a way that is low risk. We will provide PPE and substantial health and safety training, we will work outside, and we will all follow the canvassing protocols that will allow us to do this critical work while keeping ourselves and everyone else in our communities safe.

We are hiring immediately. This position can run through May 3, 2023, with opportunities to extend.

Locations: NW Philly, parts of Bucks, Chester and Montgomery Counties. Strong preference for in-state candidates, short-term travel may be required.

Canvass Management Responsibilities

Manage a team of 36-72 canvassers, setting goals and holding staff accountable 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 integrity of the work Go in the field yourself several days per week to canvass, train staff, and help drive office goals through door to door canvassing of Pennsylvanians. Maintain a healthy and safe working environment for all staff Develop strategic plans to reach Pennsylvanians in assigned locations Manage administrative duties, including reporting data, record keeping, processing payroll, and distributing materials

Qualifications

Must have

• Strong management skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire a team while also holding staff accountable to goals and expectations
• Can speak compellingly about campaign issues and strategy
• Willing and able to listen to staff and solve problems
• Committed to equity and inclusion
• Strong work ethic; able to persevere in the face of challenges and setbacks
• Flexible; ready for the unexpected and willing to adapt to last minute changes
• Eager to learn and open to feedback
• Basic tech competency (G-suite or microsoft office, smart phone or computer)
  
  

Nice-to-have

• Community or issue-based campaign experience
• Experience running paid canvasses or managing paid employees
• Passion for social change and activism
• Team building ability
• Attention to detail
• A track record of success meeting or exceeding goals
• Experience working in underserved or marginalized communities
• Facilitation experience
• Local knowledge/experience
  
  

Salary: The salary range for this position is $1,250 - $1,450 per week. 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.

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Salary : $1,250 - $1,450