Hiring: Field Organizer in Brooklyn, NY

[Brian Grandelli]

Democratic State Senator Iwen Chu (NY-17) is hiring an organizer for her 2024 reelection campaign. The South Brooklyn district includes Bensonhurst, Sunset Park, Dyker Heights, Bath Beach, and parts of Kensington, and has a large Chinese-speaking constituency. The organizer will spearhead volunteer recruitment and voter engagement, and will work with individual volunteers, community groups, and unions.

Responsibilities:
● Engage in direct voter contact through door-to-door canvassing, high-traffic canvassing, phone calls, and relational outreach if applicable
● Register constituents to vote, engage them on the issues, and make detailed voting plans with voters en masse during Get Out the Vote.
● Recruit, train and manage volunteers engaging in canvassing, phone banking and peer-to-peer (relational) outreach
● Hit and exceed weekly/daily numerical performance goals
● Regularly and faithfully record data daily in campaign databases

● Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
● Excellent communication skills
● The ability to stay organized and multi-task
● The ability to inspire and motivate others
● Grit and persistence in the face of setbacks and challenges
● A passion for making the world a better place by electing the right leaders
● Commitment to a team culture of excellence and mutual compassion
● Willing to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
● Fluency in Mandarin and a working knowledge of WeChat/Weixin strongly preferred

● Current driver’s license and access to a vehicle is a plus

Compensation: Salary range of $3,500-4500/month depending on experience

Start date: August 1, 2024

How to apply: Email a resume and cover letter to f...@iwenchu.com with the subject line “Organizer Position”

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.