Hiring: Community Canvasser (Morristown, NJ)
Lydia Dewing
Community Canvassers and Team Leaders - GOTV Mobilizers
Hiring Immediately - $20-21/hr + bonuses
Full-time & Part-time
We want you on our team! We’re fighting to build a stronger, fairer future for families across New Jersey. Our team is talking directly with voters and mobilizing support on the issues that matter most, from affordability and taxes to protecting democracy. With everything going on in Washington, we must keep New Jersey blue! Join us on the frontlines to protect progress and make sure every New Jersey voter has the tools they need to make their voice heard.
This role is a great opportunity to gain experience in the following areas: Leadership, Communication & Advocacy, Community Outreach & Engagement, Campaign Work, Public Policy, and Social Enterprise.
Get paid well! Canvass positions start at $20/hour. Leadership positions start at $21.50/hour. We offer overtime pay, driver bonuses, shift bonuses, paid training, sick pay, and bonuses for friend referrals. All team members have the opportunity to earn an extra by maintaining a full-time schedule.
Locations: Morristown, NJ
We are hiring immediately, all positions run through Tuesday, Nov. 4th, 2025, with possibilities for advancement afterwards. Shifts run from 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM Tuesday- Sunday with the possibility to work part-time or full-time.
Canvasser Responsibilities ($20/hr):
Engage with the public in a friendly and respectful manner
Deliver a compelling campaign message
Participate in staff training to improve outreach skills
Strictly follow the campaign's safety protocols, including the use of PPE and compliance with daily health and safety guidelines
Team Leader Responsibilities ($21.50/hr):
The Canvasser Responsibilities plus:
Manage a small group of canvassers out in the field by checking in with them periodically throughout the day and debriefing with them at the end of the day
Ensure each canvasser has all of the materials they need to be safe and successful
Assist directors with canvasser training and administrative work
The ideal candidate:
Passionate about progressive politics and fostering democracy
Strong communication skills; you should enjoy working with other people and be willing and excited to speak with everyone
Hard worker who will stay motivated to engage as many people as possible
Open to new challenges and are interested in building their campaign skills
Culturally competent and able to respectfully engage with teammates and the community
Prior canvassing experience is not required.
Apply here: https://www.theoutreachteam.net/interest-form-tot
We are committed to equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We are an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage Black, indigenous, people of color, women, people with previous felony convictions, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and others who identify with underrepresented groups to apply.