Voter Registration Canvasser
Hiring Immediately - $24.50-$27/hr + bonuses
Full-time & Part-time
Help us register voters and build power in North Carolina! This year, it's more important than ever that every eligible North Carolinian has a voice at the polls. That's why we're partnering with great groups like Forward Majority and the Analyst Institute to register new voters ahead of the November election. Our team will talk with people in busy public areas across Raleigh and Charlotte, help them get registered, and learn what matters most to our communities. If you're ready to help build political power from the ground up, we want you on our team!
This role is a great opportunity to gain experience in Leadership, Public Speaking & Persuasion, Grassroots Organizing, Voter Registration & Civic Engagement, Team Management, and Data Collection, all skills that carry over to careers in politics, nonprofits, and sales
Get paid well! Canvassers start at $24.50/hr and Team Leads at $26/hr, with paid training at $24/hr for your first 3 days. Plus overtime pay, paid sick leave, shift bonuses, and referral bonuses when you bring your friends on board.
Locations: We will be canvassing in North Raleigh
We are hiring immediately; all positions run through November 3rd. Shifts run from 10:45am - 6:30pm weekdays and weekends with the possibility to work part-time or full-time
Canvasser Responsibilities ($24.50/hr)
- Approach people in busy public areas and talk with them in a friendly, respectful way
- Share a compelling message and help new voters complete accurate, valid registration forms
- Ask short survey questions and record responses using a mobile app (training provided)
- Take part in ongoing training to sharpen your outreach skills
- Strictly follow all voter registration laws and the campaign's safety protocols
- Stay on your feet outdoors for your full shift, in all kinds of weather
Team Lead Responsibilities ($26/hr)
Everything above, plus:
- Lead a small team of canvassers in the field, checking in throughout the day and debriefing at the end of each shift
- Make sure every canvasser has the materials they need to be safe and successful
- Help directors with training and administrative work
You'll be a great fit if you:
- Are passionate about progressive values and protecting our democracy
- Enjoy meeting new people and are excited to talk with everyone
- Stay motivated and push to register as many voters as possible
- Are detail-oriented and take accuracy seriously
- Are open to new challenges and want to build campaign skills
- Treat teammates and community members from all backgrounds with respect
Prior voter registration experience is strongly preferred but not required. Bilingual speakers are encouraged to apply!
We are committed to equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. 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.
Note: Employees must be eligible to work in the US. Upon hire, everyone will be required to present original, and unexpired documents from the Lists of Acceptable Documents to complete the I-9 form verification.
Skills Required
- Must be eligible to work in the United States and provide valid I-9 documentation
- Ability to work outdoors and remain on your feet for the full shift in varying weather conditions
- Prior voter registration experience
- Bilingual language skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to communicate respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds
What We Do
The Outreach Team is a national consulting firm and a non-profit organization that serves as the engine of campaigners and organizers for the progressive movement, aiming to make the world a better place.
