Canvass/Petition Directors New York City Area - Immediate Hire

[NorthShore Strategies]

NorthShore Strategies is a direct contact consulting firm based out of New York City.  We work to win campaigns through the power of people - quality conversations turn into quality votes!

We are seeking qualified individuals to fill the roll of Canvass Director (CD) for campaigns in the New York City Area.  The CD will work with Organizers and senior campaign staff to develop, implement and execute petition and direct contact field programs.  A successful candidate will be a self starter possessing a breadth of experience across all aspects of organizing political campaigns, demonstrated leadership abilities, excellent communications skills, admin level knowledge of Votebuilder/VAN software, and knowledge of Excel and Google Sheets.  Applicants who live locally to the campaign or have access to their own vehicle will be given preference.

Responsibilities

• Creation of canvass proposals and plans
• Recruitment, hiring, and training of Canvassers and Field Organizers
• Tracking and submission of payroll and employee paperwork
• Leading quality control checks on all staff daily
• Tracking and assessment of the program and recommending methods to improve contact quality
• Micro targeting likely voters through research of demographics, income, and local issues
• Regular communication with campaign leadership and submission of daily reports
• Fulfilling other duties as required 

Requirements

• At least two campaign seasons with organizing or management experience.
  
• Absolute confidentiality with regards to all aspects of the campaign
• The ability to comprehend messaging for and articulate issues relating to the campaign
• Demonstrated admin level knowledge of NGP VAN software suites
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to use office software like Excel, Word, Google Sheets and file sharing services like Onedrive or Dropbox.
• Familiarity with New York State ballot access procedure
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• The ability to lead and develop staff
  
• Availability to work all weekends and Fridays
• The ability to communicate electronically at all times while working.

Compensation - Negotiable depending on experience

To apply, please send an email with your name and "JTL Canvass Director" in the subject like to in...@nsstrategy.com.  Please include a resume, cover letter, and one writing sample.