Lead Canvass Director for Community Energy Projects

theoutreachteam; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Hands-on training

Job summary

The Outreach Team is seeking Canvass Field Directors to lead a large team of canvassers in Omaha and Lincoln, NE. You will train staff, set goals, and ensure quality while expanding community engagement around local energy projects.

This role requires hands-on leadership, evenings/weekends, and a deep commitment to equity and inclusion. Competitive weekly pay accompanies a generous benefits package in a people-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience to grow and manage a large team.
• Willingness to lead from the front and canvass several days a week.
• Extreme attention to detail and ability to instill it in others.
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills.
• Passion for community organizing and civic engagement.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Ability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 40–60 hourly staff canvassing door-to-door to talk to community members about local energy projects.
• Canvass yourself several days a week to train staff and drive office goals.
• Set goals and hold staff accountable to them.
• Train and provide ongoing motivation and support to staff.
• Identify, promote, and train a leadership team.
• Build a diverse team where staff feel respected while fostering equity and justice.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure integrity of the work.
• Maintain a healthy and safe working environment for all staff.
• Develop strategic plans to reach targeted constituents in assigned locations.
• Manage administrative duties, including reporting data, record keeping, processing payroll, and distribution of materials.

Skills

Leadership

Staff motivation

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Community organizing

Equity & inclusion

Long hours

Tools

VAN

MiniVAN

Job description

The Outreach Team is seeking Canvass Field Directors to lead a large team of canvassers in Omaha and Lincoln, NE. You will train staff, set goals, and ensure quality while expanding community engagement around local energy projects.

This role requires hands-on leadership, evenings/weekends, and a deep commitment to equity and inclusion. Competitive weekly pay accompanies a generous benefits package in a people-focused environment.