Canvasser - Birmingham

Shawmut Services; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas stipends

Promotions

Job summary

Revolution Field Strategies is seeking canvassers to participate in door-to-door canvassing programs in the Birmingham, AL area. You will speak with local voters about the upcoming election and their plan to vote. This is an entry-level role with flexible hours; you can choose which days you work each week and can work part-time or full-time.

It offers paid training and gas stipends for each shift. Compensation is hourly: $24-$26 per hour, with eligibility to work up to 40 hours per week and

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods (up to 7 hours per day) while engaging with people.
• Able to memorize and recite scripts provided.
• Consistently meet daily and weekly conversation goals.
• Understand how to use a cell phone to track and submit data.
• Must have reliable personal transportation.

Responsibilities

• Speak with voters during canvassing and explain the project.
• Engage with community members to encourage participation in the election.
• Record conversations and progress using a mobile device.
• Report to leadership and follow provided scripts.
• Maintain a professional and respectful approach with the public.

Job description

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Speak with voters and help make their voices heard!

Revolution Field Strategies is seeking canvassers to participate in door to door canvassing programs in the Birmingham Alabama area. As a canvasser, you will go door to door and speak with local voters about the upcoming election, and their plan to vote.

Canvassers earn $24-$26/hr or up to $950+ per week, paid WEEKLY

Paid training provided

We provide gas stipends for every shift worked

We are looking for leadership! Promotions available!

Canvassing with Revolution Field Strategies is right for you if:

You want to impact change in your community and state by helping members of your community get out to vote. This is a great way to get involved and support voter participation!

You’re looking for flexible hours. You can choose which days you work each week and can work part-time or full time.

This is an ideal entry level job to gain critical professional experience. We have a team of veteran leadership to learn from in order to jumpstart your career in community outreach, civic engagement, or any other field.

The location for this position will be in person: Birmingham, AL

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Must have the physical stamina to stand/walk for long periods (up to 7 hours per day) while meeting and talking to people

Ability to memorize and recite scripts and statements prepared and provided

Consistently meet daily and weekly conversation goals

Understand how to use a cell phone to track and submit data

Must have access to reliable personal transportation

Compensation

This is an hourly position with an hourly rate of $24-$26 . Canvassers are eligible to work up to 40 hours per week.

About Revolution Field Strategies

Revolution Field Strategies (RFS) is a full-service strategic planning, organizing, and grassroots mobilization firm that leads successful canvassing, voter registration, relational organizing, and signature gathering programs throughout the country. We are a people-first company with a mission to provide high-quality, cost-efficient, and innovative programs to our clients and partners.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

RFS is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, racial and social justice. BIPOC candidates, and people from all communities and backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. If you are enthusiastic about this role and uncertain whether your past experience aligns with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles!

Our hiring processes and our work culture offer support and flexibility for staff with a variety of needs. Should you experience an accessibility barrier in the application and interview process with RFS, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].

To learn more about RFS's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), please view our full statement here .

Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Statement

RFS is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We welcome applicants from any educational background, race, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, immigration status, citizenship status, national origin or ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, criminal record, mental or physical disability or disorder, HIV antibody status, parental or familial status, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Any information provided regarding criminal history for the purposes of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) will have no impact on employment eligibility. RFS will consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories and/or convictions, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.