Field Canvasser - Cincinnati (Temporary)

Ohio Citizen Action; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Citizen Action informs, organizes, and mobilizes people to advocate for public interests across issues and campaigns. They engage people in actions to protect public health, improve environmental quality, and benefit consumers. The role supports community outreach, grassroots organizing, and staff development in a non-profit setting.

The position offers training, field office exposure, and meaningful opportunities to influence policy and democracy at the local level in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to engage diverse community members.
• Resilience and determination in dynamic work environments.
• Interest in environmental protection, politics, or nonprofit work.
• Commitment to professional growth and taking on more senior roles.
• Training provided on responsibilities and covered issues.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs as needed.
• Able to be on your feet and walk for extended periods.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Valid vehicle insurance preferred.
• Reliable transportation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with community members about environmental, consumer, and health issues.
• Engage communities and build support to hold politicians accountable.
• Participate in staff meetings, campaign briefings, and events.
• Develop understanding of issues to inform organizing efforts.
• Assist in recruiting, training, and managing campaign staff.
• Learn field office management under supervision of the Canvass Director.

Skills

Strong communication

Resilience

Interest in issues

Commitment to growth

Training provided

Able to lift 30lbs

Able to stand/walk

Reliable transportation

Driver's license preferred

Vehicle insurance preferred

Job description

Ohio Citizen Action informs, organizes, and mobilizes people to advocate for public interests across issues and campaigns. In person, by phone, and online we engage people in actions that protect public health, improve environmental quality, and benefit consumers. Our campaigns connect Ohioans and build a movement to protect democracy and create a sustainable and equitable future. OCA maintains a permanent field and organizing presence in Ohio to take on the fights that matter. Our experts know how to have tough conversations, reach people where they are, and move Ohioans from passive observers to active participants in our democracy. We do not shy away from calling out corruption and the bad actions of our elected leaders and encourage thousands of Ohioans to join us when we do.

Responsibilities:

• Community Engagement: Communicate effectively with community members about key environmental, consumer, and public health issues. Build support to hold politicians accountable for their actions.
• Grassroots Organizing: Raise awareness and provide communities with the tools and knowledge to participate in finding solutions to pressing issues.
• Staff Meetings & Training: Participate actively in staff meetings, campaign briefings, and organizational events. Contribute to discussions and planning sessions.
• Issue Familiarization: Develop a deep understanding of the issues we address to become a knowledgeable and effective organizer.
• Staff Recruitment & Management: Assist in recruiting, training, and managing campaign staff. Focus on developing skilled organizers who can communicate effectively with the public.
• Field Office Management Training: Train under the Canvass Director to learn the intricacies of managing and running a field office. Gain insights into campaign strategy, staff development, political communication, and other Director responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to articulate ideas clearly and engage effectively with diverse community members.
• Resilience and Determination: Adaptability and perseverance in a challenging and dynamic work environment.
• Interest in Key Issues: Passion for environmental protection, politics, or non-profit work.
• Commitment to Growth: Desire to develop professionally and take on more senior roles within the organization as opportunities arise.
• Training Provided: We offer extensive training on job responsibilities and the issues we cover, ensuring you are well-prepared for the role.
• Able to lift up to 30lbs
• Able to be on your feet/walk for extended periods of time
• Valid Driver’s License – Preferred
• Valid Vehicle Insurance – Preferred
• Reliable Transportation - Preferred

Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on critical issues affecting your community.
• Professional development and training in grassroots organizing and campaign management.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

This job description reflects the general duties and responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of tasks. The non-profit reserves the right to modify the job description based on organizational needs.