Houston Canvass Manager

Canvass Manager

Voter Education Project

Location:

Baytown
- Houston (Harris County)

Job Type: Temporary, Contract

Experience:

Entry-Level, 1-2 Cycles

Compensation: $30/hr

Canvass Lead will be responsible for managing a team of canvassers in their daily canvassing outreach efforts. This includes overseeing canvassing operations, tracking performance metrics, and troubleshooting issues. As a key figure in this initiative, you will play an essential role in ensuring that the team achieves its canvassing goals and contributes to strengthening democratic participation in Mississippi.

• Team Leadership & Management:
  Supervise a small team of canvassers, providing daily direction and support. Ensure the team meets voter registration and engagement goals.
• Scheduling & Attendance:
  Work with the Regional Canvass Manager to coordinate shifts for your team. Ensure canvassers are present and accountable for each scheduled shift.
• Performance Tracking:
  Monitor canvassers' performance, including the number of doors knocked and voters engaged. Ensure data is accurately logged using canvassing tools like MiniVAN.
• Field Troubleshooting:
  Address any issues faced by canvassers in the field, escalating challenges when necessary.
• Reporting:
  Provide daily updates to the Regional Manager on your team’s progress and any challenges encountered.
• Voter Engagement:
  Lead efforts in engaging the public through voter registration drives, educating them on deadlines, eligibility, and requirements.
• Data Management:
  Ensure all canvassing information is accurately recorded and submitted using canvassing applications.

• At least 1-2 cycles of political canvassing or similar grassroots organizing experience. Experience in voter registration initiatives is preferred, but not required.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage a small team in a constantly changing, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage the public effectively.
• Familiarity with voter engagement tools and canvassing software (MiniVAN experience preferred, but not required).
• A results-driven mindset focused on meeting door-knocking targets.
• Passionate about empowering communities through canvassing.
• Must have reliable transportation.

• $30/hr
• Employment Type:
  
  Temporary, Contract
• Employment Duration:
  Present
  - Nov. 3rd