Field Organizers Needed for Milwaukee Spring Elections

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Title: Field Organizer

Reports to: Project Manager

 

Job Description

Leadership MKE PAC seeks Field Organizers to execute a local door knocking and early vote campaign in numerous Milwaukee County Board races this Spring. Starting in February, 2018 and concluding with the Spring general election in April, Field Organizers will be responsible for running a robust voter persuasion and get-out-the-vote campaign to help bring much-needed change to Milwaukee County.

 

About Leadership MKE PAC

Leadership MKE PAC is a new, independent expenditure organization seeking to bring change to local government in Milwaukee County starting with the 2018 Spring elections. Leadership MKE PAC will support dynamic local candidates who focus on problem solving and who will help move Milwaukee County forward. Our mission is to support candidates who support making the critical investments in parks, infrastructure, and public safety to improve the quality of life for all Milwaukee County residents.

 

Major Responsibilities

·         Door-to-door canvassing

·         Recruiting and organizing volunteers

·         Targeting and persuading spring voters to vote for identified candidates in local elections

·         Execute an innovative vote-by-mail program, including follow up with voters and local municipal clerks

 

Qualifications

·         Applicants must be able to walk for up to six hours per day

·         Personable, outgoing, and friendly

·         Comfortable talking to voters of diverse backgrounds

·         Able to think quickly on their feet

·         Pay close attention to detail

·         Previous experience with voter targeting software, including NGP/VAN or Nationbuilder, a plus but not required

·         Previous campaign experience not necessary

 

Salary and Benefits

Leadership MKE offers a competitive salary dependent on the applicant’s experience.

 

Interested applicants should send their resume and cover letter to leader...@gmail.com. All applications are due Wednesday, February 14 by 6pm and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Leadership MKE is an equal opportunity employer.