Canvasser

Description

THE ORGANIZATION:  Mi Familia Vota (MFV), the Latinx-led organization with the largest field operation in the nation, uses a holistic approach to build political power.  We are in eight strategic states:  AZ, CA, CO, GA, FL, NV, NC, and TX.  We engage our community around the most prevalent issues to ensure the construction of a healthy democracy and advance a national Latino-progressive agenda.  MFV utilizes a variety of strategies to reach our community, including citizenship, door-to-door voter education, registration and mobilization, issue organizing, leadership development, advocacy, accountability campaigns, and litigation.

SUMMARY: Canvassers are trained individuals in our community, engaging our target audience to increase Latinos’ voter engagement and voter registration.  This is a seasonal part-time position due to campaign and electoral deadlines. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Canvasses Latino communities for voter registration, education, and mobilization efforts. Identifies likely voters for the upcoming elections.

• Engages community members and voters around voter registration, voter education, Vote by Mail, and Get Out The Vote (GOTV).  Increases Latino voter turnout through Get Out The Vote tactics.

• Follow all required reporting procedures and utilize appropriate voter databases. 

• Follows all established safety and security protocols.  Escalates any concerns to Canvas Lead. 

• Provide daily reporting to their assigned Canvass Lead. 

• Attend all training as directed by their supervisor.

• Adheres to all state laws and regulations regarding voter registration and voter engagement efforts. 

• Promotes an environment in which equal opportunity and diversity are valued.

• Performs other related duties as assigned by management. 

COMPETENCIES: 

• Interpersonal Skills--Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. 

• Dependability--Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. 

• Ethics--Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values.

• Safety and Security--Observe safety and security procedures; Determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; Report potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.

• Organizational Support--Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. 

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Must be a registered voter or eligible to register to vote 

• Passion and enthusiasm for promoting political engagement within the Latino community.

• Legible handwriting is required.

• Must be able to work flexible hours of up to 30 hours per week.  Some Saturday event participation is required.

• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various

     backgrounds.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. 

• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and a reliable vehicle, preferred 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Continually required to stand.

• Continually required to walk.

• Occasionally required to sit.

• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.

• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, or crawl.

• Continually required to talk or hear.

• Occasionally utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read
  technical information, and/or use a keyboard.

• Frequently required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds.

• Continually exposed to outside weather conditions. 

Salary : $22