Job Title: Field Organizer
Campaign: David Shapiro for Congress
Location: Sarasota, Florida
JOB DESCRIPTION
A DCCC Red to Blue race is seeking Field Organizers in the Sarasota-Manatee Area for the upcoming 2018 election. Field Organizers are responsible for helping to execute the campaign’s organizing plan in communities across the 16th Congressional District. This is a great opportunity for recent college graduates that are looking to get involved in the political process. Field Organizers will report to the Field Director.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Recruit, train, and manage volunteer leaders in your assigned region or community to help build a large grassroots campaign
- Participate in voter contact work in your assigned region including door to door canvassing and phone calls
- Maintain databases and do data entry when necessary.
- Prepare canvass and call materials for volunteer activities
- Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in your
assigned region
- Other duties as assigned and directed by campaign leadership.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to successfully relate to voters and volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds.
Ability to work independently and in team settings.
Ability to work long and irregular hours in a fast paced, metrics driven work environment.
Basic computer literacy and database skills.
Must have reliable access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
Prior campaign experience or community organizing experience preferred but not necessary.
Knowledge of Votebuilder/VAN preferred but not necessary.
Women and people of color are especially encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should send their resume and three job references to d...@voteshapiro2018.com