Election Organizer

Imagine Black; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Imagine Black is seeking Election Organizers for a temporary, seasonal contract (Oct 13, 2026 – Nov 3, 2026) to support its voter outreach program in Multnomah County, OR. Organizers will perform door-to-door canvassing and virtual phone banking, helping voters plan their election activities and connecting with communities to promote turnout.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, teamwork, and advancing racial and gender justice while working evenings and weekends on a part-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods in varying weather.
• Comfort using a computer, keyboard, mouse, and phone for outreach.
• Commitment to racial, social, and gender justice.

Responsibilities

• Engage Multnomah County voters through in-person canvassing.
• Lead virtual phone banking sessions weekly.
• Support field and organizing team to meet contact goals.
• Log interactions and coordinate with endorsed candidates.

Skills

Door-to-Door Canvassing

Virtual Phone Banking

Voter Outreach

Team Collaboration

Job description

Position: Election Organizer Department: Movement Building Supervisor: Field and Organizing Manager Hourly Rate: $25/hour Position & Status: Temporary, seasonal contract role Allowances: Transportation Stipends Training: Saturday, October 10, 12:00 - 1:30 pm OR Tuesday, October 13, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Term of employment: October 13, 2026 - November 3, 2026 Hours: 10 - 12 hours per week; evenings and weekends Location: Field training will take place at the Imagine Black office in Old Town Portland. Field canvassing efforts will primarily occur in Multnomah County, OR, with the possibility of extended hours in neighboring counties.

Physical/Cognitive Details:

• Door to Door Canvassing: Ability to walk and stand for extended periods, potentially several hours at a time during varying weather conditions. Ability to walk on varied terrain, including sidewalks, stairs, grass, gravel, and uneven surfaces. Ability to move between multiple locations throughout a canvassing shift. Ability to carry a small amount of materials, such as flyers, clipboards, or a backpack, generally up to 10-15 pounds.
• Virtual Phone Banking: Ability to sit or remain stationary for extended periods, with flexibility to take breaks as needed. Ability to use a computer, keyboard, mouse, and phone throughout the shift. Ability to read information on a computer screen and enter data accurately. Ability to speak clearly and listen actively during phone conversations.
• If you have any concerns about meeting these requirements or need an accommodation to perform the role, please reach out to us so we can discuss how we can support you.

Schedule:

The overall schedule will look like one in-person canvass a week, one virtual phone bank a week, and a 1:1 check‑in with staff before each phone banking shift. See calendar below for more details on shift times and dates.

ABOUT US

At Imagine Black, we promote participatory democracy by supporting people's right to vote, have a voice in decisions that affect their lives, and shape the future of their communities.

Imagine Black envisions a world where Black people and communities have the rights, resources, and opportunities to thrive, build power, and create the futures they want to see.

At Imagine Black, we have strengthened our commitment to a Black Queer Feminist (BQF) theory and practice. BQF provides a more holistic understanding of our conditions and connectedness as Black people. As a result, we understand that liberation for all Black people can only be realized by lifting up the voices and experiences and prioritizing the issues of historically silenced and vulnerable groups within Black communities – specifically, queer, trans and gender non‑conforming (GNC), femme, poor, disabled, working and undocumented people (adapted from BYP100).

Imagine Black is a 501(c)(4) multi‑issue grassroots organization in partnership with our sibling 501(c)(3) organization, Imagine Black Futures. More information about Imagine Black can be found at imagineblack.org.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Please note: We care more about your ability to get the job done than whether you have formal or informal experience.

Imagine Black is launching a field program for the November 3, 2026 general election. Our Election Organizers will connect with Multnomah County voters, help them make a plan to vote, and build the kind of relationships that grow Black political power long after Election Day. This is a temporary, seasonal contract role (October 13th, 2026-November 3rd, 2026) focused on engaging voters, listening for the issues that matter most to them, and working as a team to reach our contact goals.

We are seeking committed, contract temporary Election Organizers (you'll join an awesome team of 10+ other organizers) who will lead direct voter outreach and contact efforts for the November 2026 Election. With goals to increase voter turnout and support endorsed candidates, our Election Organizers will be instrumental in helping reach thousands of voters across Multnomah County, Oregon, to turn out the vote through virtual phone calls and in‑person door canvassing.

Election Organizers will be in charge of reaching out to voters to assist in making vote plans while gauging support in coordination with progressive candidates endorsed by Imagine Black. You'll learn about electoral organizing, phone banking, and door‑to‑door canvassing all while making a huge impact!

We're looking for people who are dedicated to building electoral justice, the political power of young people, and creating an accessible, accountable, and representative democracy. Our ideal candidates will enjoy building relationships, discussing and advocating for values‑aligned candidates and ballot measures, and are collaborative, detail‑oriented, and committed to racial, social, and gender justice.

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