$15/hr Census Organizer - in Northern Virginia with New Virginia Majority

[Bradley Johnston]

New Virginia Majority (NVM) is Virginia’s leading civic engagement organization that mobilizes and organizes people of all colors and backgrounds across the state. Our year-round approach to organizing involves mass scale voter outreach, linked to ongoing community organizing campaigns, intensive leadership development, and advocacy. NVM is currently expanding its team. We are seeking conscious and skilled individuals with a deep commitment to social change.

NVM is hiring organizers for it’s census outreach campaign. Organizers will have the opportunity to work as a part of a state-wide team raising community awareness in “hard-to-count” areas for the 2020 Census. Using door-to-door contact, organizers will survey and inform communities about the 2020 Census. Position is in Northern VA. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Canvassing door to door in  “hard-to-count” communities to raise awareness for the 2020 Census
• Ensuring accurate and complete data is submitted
• Attending community events to raise census awareness as needed
• Assisting Regional Field Director in meeting program goals as assigned

Required Skills:

• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Ability to communicate across lines of difference
• Self motivated, organized and able to work independently
• Ability to work long, irregular hours

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This is a seasonal position with both part time and full time positions. Candidates are eligible for NVM's full package of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as monthly phone and transportation allowances after 90-days. Canvassers are paid $15 per hour. 

CONTACT:

Please email bjohnston@newvirginiamajority with 'Census Organizer' in the title and a resume attached.