Field Operations Manager - Canvassing & Outreach

Mobilize Michigan; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Sick time

Insurance after 45 days

Job summary

Mobilize Michigan is seeking a Field Manager to lead day-to-day field operations across Michigan regions, including canvassing and petition activities. You will recruit, train, and supervise organizers, analyze field data, and deploy teams to meet campaign goals while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires coordinating with the Regional Field Director, managing data tools like VAN and MiniVAN, and ensuring compliance with campaign policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 cycles of experience in field organizing for electoral campaigns, issue advocacy, or ballot initiatives, or a similar role involving direct staff management and fieldwork.
• Proven experience in staff recruitment, training, and direct supervision.
• Experience with executing field plans and meeting targets.
• Familiarity with data-informed field practices, including using field tools (like VAN/MiniVAN), tracking metrics, and basic data analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or a commensurate level of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day office operations to ensure a productive environment for organizers.
• Manage the full lifecycle of organizers: including recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, training, coaching, performance management (including evaluations), and ongoing development.
• Launch and manage daily canvassing operations and ensure teams are effectively deployed and equipped.
• Implement field strategies and voter outreach tactics as directed by the Regional Field Director, monitoring progress towards goals.
• Manage field data effectively: utilize data-driven tools to analyze field activities, track progress, ensure data quality and accuracy from organizers, and inform deployment decisions.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of organizers in the field by implementing safety protocols and addressing concerns.
• Maintain reporting standards and provide regular updates to the Regional Field Director on team progress and challenges.
• Ensure all field activities adhere to organizational campaign policies, messaging guidelines, and legal compliance requirements.
• Assist in coordinating local events, canvasses, and other campaign activities as needed.
• Foster a positive, motivating, and inclusive team culture and address logistical needs for field teams.

Skills

Leadership

Recruiting

Team management

Analytical

Data-driven decisions

Campaign technology

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Cultural competence

Transportation/travel

Education

Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience

Tools

VAN/MiniVAN

Votebuilder

Job description

Mobilize Michigan is seeking a Field Manager to lead day-to-day field operations across Michigan regions, including canvassing and petition activities. You will recruit, train, and supervise organizers, analyze field data, and deploy teams to meet campaign goals while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires coordinating with the Regional Field Director, managing data tools like VAN and MiniVAN, and ensuring compliance with campaign policies.