Lead Field Organizer Brownsville

Ground Game Texas; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Ground Game Texas is seeking a part-time Brownsville Field Lead to manage local field operations for the November election. You will supervise a small team of Field Organizers, train canvassers, manage materials, and report results to the organization.

This hands-on role requires reliability, organization, and effective leadership in the field. The Field Lead will personally canvass, coordinate with volunteers, and ensure scripts and data-entry procedures are followed, including an average pace

Qualifications

• Lives in Brownsville, Texas or nearby.
• Reliable transportation and punctuality.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.
• Comfortable training and directing a small team.
• Able to use smartphones and basic digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Train and onboard new Field Organizers before canvassing starts.
• Lead pre-shift trainings, check-ins, and canvass launches.
• Maintain campaign literature, clipboards, signs, shirts, chargers, and field supplies.
• Keep inventory of materials and communicate supply needs.
• Prepare canvassing turf and distribute materials.
• Ensure Organizers understand the approved canvassing script and data-entry procedures.
• Hold canvassers to an expected pace of ~20 doors per hour.
• Troubleshoot staffing and field issues as they arise.
• Submit regular field reports to Ground Game Texas.
• Report no-shows, performance concerns, and supply needs promptly.
• Coordinate paid canvassing with volunteer blocks and events.
• Canvass alongside the team when needed.
• Perform other campaign duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Training

Problem solving

Digital literacy

Job description

Job Title: Brownsville Field Lead

Location: Brownsville, Texas

Employment Type: Part-Time, Temporary, Non-Exempt

Schedule: Approximately 20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends

Pay: $23-$24

Position Duration: Through the November 3, 2026 election

Position Summary

Ground Game Texas is hiring a part-time Brownsville Field Lead to help manage our local field operation for the November election.

The Field Lead will supervise and support a small team of part-time Field Organizers responsible for knocking doors throughout Brownsville. This is a hands‑on position for someone who is dependable, highly organized, comfortable leading people, and able to keep a fast‑moving field program on track.

The Field Lead will be responsible for training canvassers, managing campaign materials and supplies, knocking doors themselves and communicating results to Ground Game Texas Staff.

Responsibilities

• Train and onboard new Field Organizers before they begin canvassing
• Lead pre-shift trainings, check-ins, and canvass launches
• Maintain campaign literature, clipboards, signs, shirts, chargers, and other field supplies
• Keep an accurate inventory of materials and communicate supply needs
• Prepare and distribute canvassing turf and materials
• Ensure Field Organizers understand the approved canvassing script and data-entry procedures
• Hold canvassers accountable to an expected pace of approximately 20 doors per hour
• Troubleshoot staffing, and field issues
• Submit regular field reports to Ground Game Texas
• Communicate no‑shows, performance concerns, supply needs, and other issues promptly
• Help coordinate paid canvassing with volunteer block walks and campaign events
• Canvass alongside the team when necessary
• Perform other campaign‑related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Lives in or near Brownsville, Texas
• Reliable transportation
• Dependable and able to consistently arrive on time
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Comfortable training, directing, and holding a small team accountable
• Comfortable using smartphones, mobile apps, and basic digital tools
• Able to work independently and solve problems in the field
• Available evenings and weekends
• Able to safely store campaign literature and field materials

Previous canvassing, organizing, supervisory, retail management, hospitality, team‑lead, or community‑engagement experience is preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

This position involves significant time outdoors and may require standing and walking for extended periods, carrying campaign materials, and working in varying weather conditions.