Pennsylvania State Senate: Seeking Canvassers to Help Flip the Senate

[Mattea Pechter]

The Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Campaign Committee is seeking paid canvassers for outreach to crucial voters in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. This position will pay $15/hr and will require non-traditional hours (nights and weekends). This position will play a crucial role in flipping the Pennsylvania State Senate from Red to Blue and turning Democratic legislation from Governor Wolf’s desk into real change.

Ideal candidates will be ‘people persons’ with the ability to communicate processes and logistics effectively. 

Description of Duties

• Safe door-to-door canvassing in accordance with social distancing guidelines

• Walking and driving through neighborhoods talking to 2020 voters

• Maintenance of data integrity by tracking list progress in miniVAN

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates would possess the following characteristics:

• Passion for electing Democratic candidates in Pennsylvania and flipping the PA State Senate blue

• Possesses strong communication skills

• Enjoys walking and talking to new people

• Able to work productively on their own and manage time effectively

• Prior canvassing, organizing, fundraising positions are a plus

• Familiarity with miniVAN is a plus

Requirements:

• Must be able to work weekends and evenings, but scheduling is flexible

• Must have your own cell phone with data plan

• Must have a registered and insured vehicle and a valid driver’s license

• Fluent in English (required)

• Fluent in Spanish a plus

Pay

Pay for the paid canvasser position is $15/hr. The position is slated to run through November 3rd, 2020.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $15.00 per hour