2.1 Houston Canvass Manager

Voter Education Project; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Voter Education Project in the Houston Baytown area is seeking an entry-level Canvass Manager for a temporary, contract assignment. You will lead a small team, oversee daily canvassing activities, and drive voter registration and engagement efforts across Harris County.

The role requires strong leadership, reliable transportation, and effective communication to ensure targets are met. The position is paid at $30 per hour with an upcoming duration through Nov. 3rd.

Qualifications

• 1–2 cycles of political canvassing or grassroots organizing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a small canvass team to meet voter registration and engagement goals.
• Coordinate shifts with the Regional Canvass Manager.
• Monitor performance metrics and log data in canvassing tools.
• Troubleshoot field issues and escalate when needed.
• Provide daily progress updates to Regional Manager.
• Educate the public on deadlines, eligibility, and requirements.
• Record canvassing information using canvassing applications.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Performance tracking

Public engagement

Data management

Communication

Tools

MiniVAN

Job description

Canvass Manager

Voter Education Project

Location: Baytown - Houston (Harris County)

Job Type: Temporary, Contract

Experience: Entry-Level, 1-2 Cycles

Compensation: $30/hr

Position Overview

Canvass Lead will be responsible for managing a team of canvassers in their daily canvassing outreach efforts. This includes overseeing canvassing operations, tracking performance metrics, and troubleshooting issues. As a key figure in this initiative, you will play an essential role in ensuring that the team achieves its canvassing goals and contributes to strengthening democratic participation in Mississippi.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Management: Supervise a small team of canvassers, providing daily direction and support. Ensure the team meets voter registration and engagement goals.
• Scheduling & Attendance: Work with the Regional Canvass Manager to coordinate shifts for your team. Ensure canvassers are present and accountable for each scheduled shift.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor canvassers' performance, including the number of doors knocked and voters engaged. Ensure data is accurately logged using canvassing tools like MiniVAN.
• Field Troubleshooting: Address any issues faced by canvassers in the field, escalating challenges when necessary.
• Reporting: Provide daily updates to the Regional Manager on your team’s progress and any challenges encountered.
• Voter Engagement: Lead efforts in engaging the public through voter registration drives, educating them on deadlines, eligibility, and requirements.
• Data Management: Ensure all canvassing information is accurately recorded and submitted using canvassing applications.

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 cycles of political canvassing or similar grassroots organizing experience. Experience in voter registration initiatives is preferred, but not required.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage a small team in a constantly changing, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage the public effectively.
• Familiarity with voter engagement tools and canvassing software (MiniVAN experience preferred, but not required).
• A results-driven mindset focused on meeting door-knocking targets.
• Passionate about empowering communities through canvassing.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Compensation

• $30/hr
• Employment Type: Temporary, Contract
• Employment Duration: Present - Nov. 3rd