MOVE Texas
Regional Electoral Canvassers (Part-Time Temporary) | Multiple Positions Availab
MOVE Texas, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States,
Who We Are
MOVE (Mobilize, Organize, Vote, Empower) Texas innovates democracy for our generation. We work daily to build a more just and representative future that empowers inspiring new leaders to keep making Texas better. Our vision is to build the political power of young people to transform democracy in Texas and beyond.
Job SummaryThe Electoral Canvasser engages with the community in direct voter contact by registering voters, gathering pledges to vote, disseminating voter guides, and supporting our electoral goals. Their primary role is to initiate conversations with our base to increase civic engagement and voter turnout. They support voter registration and get-out-the-vote (GOTV) initiatives. The Electoral Canvasser would report directly to the Temporary Field Manager and/or the Electoral Manager and work alongside the Civic Engagement Division, Issue Advocacy Division, and Data Division.
What You'll DO
Electoral Division Support
Serve as regional voter registration and engagement mobilizer to advance local civic initiatives and participation.
Maintain accurate records of community interactions, pledge to vote cards, volunteer interests, and feedback through data form submissions and daily reporting.
Adhere to policies, processes, procedures, guidelines, principles, and systems established in the MOVE Texas Team Manual.
Perform other duties as assigned related to supporting short-term project management and execution.
Regional Voter Registration Advancement
Execute assigned field plans to meet weekly goals and maintain required hours.
Engage with potential voters through door-to-door canvassing and community events.
Meet young people in classrooms, on campuses, and at community events to register them to vote.
Maintain a respectful reputation for MOVE Texas by using messaging that follows our mission and values.
Participate in organizational days of action for National Voter Registration Day, GOTV initiatives, and Election Day.
Become a Volunteer Deputy Registrar in relevant counties.
Organizing Program Participation
Work collaboratively with the Organizing Department to execute regional plans.
Support volunteer recruitment and engagement.
Fulfill reporting expectations to complete grant requests and proposals.
Collaborate with partner organizations to coordinate voter registration and GOTV days of action.
Organizational Accountability
Track and manage promotional materials and supplies provided by MOVE Texas.
Attend training and community calls to broaden electoral and advocacy skills.
Support in the field during organizational days of action.
Maintain compliance for 501(c)3/501(c)4 activities.
Who You Are (the must-haves)
Well-organized and detail-oriented.
You are detail-oriented and adaptable, with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
You possess excellent oral and written communication skills and can work independently and collaboratively.
Community-oriented with grassroots energy.
You have the desire to support your community and mobilize people to register to vote.
Justice & Inclusion Oriented.
You are passionate about engaging and educating young voters and advocating for progressive policies.
Our Wishlist (the pluses)
Experience coordinating volunteers or program participants.
Experience as a volunteer deputy registrar or paid canvasser position in Texas or other Southern states.
Spanish language skills.
Position Details
This full-time, temporary, hourly, non-exempt position is available from the time of hire till November 2024. The Electoral Canvasser is a hybrid position (90% in-person, 10% virtual) that requires reliable access to transportation, wifi, and a dedicated working space. This position is paid $20.00 hourly with a regular commitment of 20 hours per week unless pre-approved by the Electoral Manager.
Physical & Mental Requirements
Occasional periods of sitting at a desk and operating on a computer.
Frequently walks, stands, and moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds for in-person events.
Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions for in-person events.
Application Availability
Open:
August 12, 2024
Close:
August 30, 2024
Anticipated Onboarding Dates:
August 19th or September 2nd
Contract Ends:
November 2024
NOTE:
Applicants can expect to receive a response to their application within two weeks of applying.
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MOVE (Mobilize, Organize, Vote, Empower) Texas innovates democracy for our generation. We work daily to build a more just and representative future that empowers inspiring new leaders to keep making Texas better. Our vision is to build the political power of young people to transform democracy in Texas and beyond.
Job SummaryThe Electoral Canvasser engages with the community in direct voter contact by registering voters, gathering pledges to vote, disseminating voter guides, and supporting our electoral goals. Their primary role is to initiate conversations with our base to increase civic engagement and voter turnout. They support voter registration and get-out-the-vote (GOTV) initiatives. The Electoral Canvasser would report directly to the Temporary Field Manager and/or the Electoral Manager and work alongside the Civic Engagement Division, Issue Advocacy Division, and Data Division.
What You'll DO
Electoral Division Support
Serve as regional voter registration and engagement mobilizer to advance local civic initiatives and participation.
Maintain accurate records of community interactions, pledge to vote cards, volunteer interests, and feedback through data form submissions and daily reporting.
Adhere to policies, processes, procedures, guidelines, principles, and systems established in the MOVE Texas Team Manual.
Perform other duties as assigned related to supporting short-term project management and execution.
Regional Voter Registration Advancement
Execute assigned field plans to meet weekly goals and maintain required hours.
Engage with potential voters through door-to-door canvassing and community events.
Meet young people in classrooms, on campuses, and at community events to register them to vote.
Maintain a respectful reputation for MOVE Texas by using messaging that follows our mission and values.
Participate in organizational days of action for National Voter Registration Day, GOTV initiatives, and Election Day.
Become a Volunteer Deputy Registrar in relevant counties.
Organizing Program Participation
Work collaboratively with the Organizing Department to execute regional plans.
Support volunteer recruitment and engagement.
Fulfill reporting expectations to complete grant requests and proposals.
Collaborate with partner organizations to coordinate voter registration and GOTV days of action.
Organizational Accountability
Track and manage promotional materials and supplies provided by MOVE Texas.
Attend training and community calls to broaden electoral and advocacy skills.
Support in the field during organizational days of action.
Maintain compliance for 501(c)3/501(c)4 activities.
Who You Are (the must-haves)
Well-organized and detail-oriented.
You are detail-oriented and adaptable, with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
You possess excellent oral and written communication skills and can work independently and collaboratively.
Community-oriented with grassroots energy.
You have the desire to support your community and mobilize people to register to vote.
Justice & Inclusion Oriented.
You are passionate about engaging and educating young voters and advocating for progressive policies.
Our Wishlist (the pluses)
Experience coordinating volunteers or program participants.
Experience as a volunteer deputy registrar or paid canvasser position in Texas or other Southern states.
Spanish language skills.
Position Details
This full-time, temporary, hourly, non-exempt position is available from the time of hire till November 2024. The Electoral Canvasser is a hybrid position (90% in-person, 10% virtual) that requires reliable access to transportation, wifi, and a dedicated working space. This position is paid $20.00 hourly with a regular commitment of 20 hours per week unless pre-approved by the Electoral Manager.
Physical & Mental Requirements
Occasional periods of sitting at a desk and operating on a computer.
Frequently walks, stands, and moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds for in-person events.
Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions for in-person events.
Application Availability
Open:
August 12, 2024
Close:
August 30, 2024
Anticipated Onboarding Dates:
August 19th or September 2nd
Contract Ends:
November 2024
NOTE:
Applicants can expect to receive a response to their application within two weeks of applying.
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