Field Organizer- (Top Tier Mayors Race) Indianapolis,IN
Luster
Overview:
Top Tier Mayors race is seeking highly motivated field staff to join our team in Indianapolis, Indiana. We will run a grassroots program that provides volunteers the skills and resources they need to engage their neighborhoods and communities. An ideal candidate is creative, highly organized, and ready to hit the ground running. Election is November 3rd 2015
Responsibilities
· Manage volunteer teams. Plan and execute canvasses and phone banks
· Train volunteers and Interns on voter persuasion, data integrity and other relevant skills
· Prepare volunteer teams for GOTV activities- including volunteer expansion
· Work with the Field Director to develop voter outreach and GOTV strategy
· Manage a metrics driven operation and report progress to goals in a timely and accurate manner
· Build and manage relationships with allied organizations in assigned region
Qualifications
Applicants must
· Have a passion for organizing and voter engagement
· Previous VAN experience/ training
· Be able to successfully coach and manage volunteers
· Have the ability to communicate with diverse populations and leaders
· Be able to work in a high-pressure setting and willing to work long hours, including nights and weekends
· Have experience meeting goals and the ability to manage many tasks simultaneously
· Be willing to travel within and work many parts of the city organizing voter contact and GOTV prep
· Be competent with Microsoft Excel and general computers use
*Individuals with Indianapolis ties, campaign experience and a working familiarity with Votebuilder are preferred*
If interested, email a resume to lus...@gmail.com with “Field Organizer Application” in the subject line.