Canvasser - Petition Circulator

Maronto For Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Opportunities for advancement

Referral program

Job summary

Maronto For Chicago is seeking a Petition Canvasser to engage with neighborhood residents, share information about the campaign, and collect signatures for the petition. You will work directly in communities, helping the campaign reach signature goals for the Chicago Mayor 2027 race.

You’ll educate voters on the candidate's platform, build local relationships, and report signatures accurately while supporting event outreach and grassroots activities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills capable of engaging diverse audiences.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in neighborhoods.
• Comfortable initiating conversations with unfamiliar people.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends with flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Engage with community members to gather signatures for the petition.
• Educate voters about the campaign and its platform.
• Build relationships with residents to foster support for the campaign.
• Record and report collected signatures accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate with the campaign team to plan outreach efforts.
• Check-in and deliver gathered signatures to complete assignments.
• Participate in community events to promote the campaign and gain support.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Comfortable approaching strangers

Flexible hours

Job description

Join our team as a Petition Canvasser to help gather support for Jessica 'Jesse' Maronto's Mayoral campaign. Your efforts will play a crucial role in mobilizing the community and ensuring their voices are heard.

About Committee to Elect Jessica Maronto For Mayor

www.NoPoli-Tricks.com Maronto For Chicago is a local political campaign focused on Service to Chicagoans, Operational Accountability, Neighborhood Networks, and Economic Transparency aka CONE.

Our current efforts are focused on the Oasis Grocery Access Program and the Nominating Petition for the People's Choice for Chicago Mayor, Jessica 'Jesse' Maronto for the Chicago Mayor 2027 election. Did you know, the Mayor's race is on deadline for all candidates to make their signature goals and there are no candidates on the ballot yet?

Maronto says, "There are 15 candidates in the Chicago Mayor 2027 Cohort. Each of their campaigns are working hard to meet citizens and get signatures. We encourage registered Chicago voters to sign for a Mayoral Candidate when they find a petition circulator. If they are loyal to a candidate, we urge them to contact their campaign to sign as soon as possible. The October deadline is fast approaching and we want to see each of the Mayoral Candidates reach their petition signature goals, not just ours."

Description

The Role

As a Petition Canvasser, you will play a crucial role in our grassroots campaign by engaging with community members and collecting signatures to support Jessica 'Jesse' Maronto, the People's Choice for Chicago Mayor. You will work directly in neighborhoods, sharing information about the campaign and encouraging residents to participate in the electoral process.

What You'll Do

• Engage with community members to gather signatures for the campaign petition.
• Educate voters about Jessica Maronto's platform and vision for the city.
• Build relationships with residents to foster support for the campaign.
• Record and report collected signatures accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate with the campaign team to strategize outreach efforts.
• Check-in and deliver gathered signatures to complete assignments.
• Participate in community events to promote the campaign and gather support.

What We're Looking For

• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with diverse audiences.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in various neighborhoods.
• Comfortable approaching strangers and initiating conversations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Nice to Have

• Previous experience in canvassing, campaigning, or community organizing.
• Familiarity with local political issues and community dynamics.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus, enhancing outreach to diverse communities.

Benefits:

• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Referral program

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Illinois Election Code requires all Petition Circulators to be US Citizens and at least 18 years old.

Do you meet these requirements?

Salary

$25 - $45 per hour