Political Canvasser - NV

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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.
  • SET YOUR OWN SCHEDULE - Pick the shifts you want to work. Need to skip a week? No problem.
  • WEEKLY PAY - Putting money in your pocket quicker.
  • 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
  • Collect signatures at high-traffic events, like rallies or concerts, or outside of public venues like libraries
  • Utilize various apps and tools to accurately track your work and engage with your supervisors
  • Collaborate with team members to achieve daily and weekly outreach goals
  • Keep up-to-date with current political events and issues
  • Participate in training sessions and team meetings as required

Requirements:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
  • A smartphone and reliable transportation and willingness to travel in assigned territory
  • Passion for political activism and community engagement
  • Ability to walk long distances and climb stairs

Education and Experience:

  • 18 years of age or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent, or currently enrolled in high school
  • Prior experience in canvassing, door to door sales, or customer service is a plus
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Bilingual in Spanish a plus

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to walk long distances and climb stairs
  • 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!

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