Canvass Director
Overview
Progressive Maryland is a multi-racial political organization of working people fighting to transform our country. We elect candidates who share our values and organize campaigns to advance progressive policies and conduct outreach to voters to connect them with vital services to ensure their vote is counted! Together we're building a movement to build a nation for the many, not the few. We can only do this together - join our team!
The Canvass Director is the overall lead for canvass operations in the region and is responsible for the office hitting its door and contact goals. This position reports to the Director of Campaigns. This is a full time, temporary position through Election Day 2024. Monthly pay is $5,000-$5,500 depending on experience.
Responsibilities

• Train and deploy a team of at least 10 canvassers per day.
• Manage all turf and data
• Write and manage scripts
• Prepare daily walk packets
• Track progress to overall field goals and make program adjustments to meet goals
• Make quality control calls to voters who were recently canvassed to assess the performance of individual canvassers and the effectiveness of the script
• Track all expenses and maintain up to date budget
• Complete all responsibilities related to hiring and supervising managers and canvassers
• Maintain office, vans or other transportation, campaign literature, and other supplies
• In the event of unsafe walking conditions, lead voter phonebanks from the office
• Fire ineffective canvassers

Qualifications

• At least two cycles of door to door canvass experience on issue or electoral campaigns
• Prior experience managing teams of 5 or more in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to progressive politics and policies
• Strong understanding of VAN
• Ability to work irregular hours, especially closer to Election Day
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout Prince George's County and Baltimore City

To Apply: Please send a resume and three professional references. Only complete applications submitted by email will be considered. Complete applications will be considered on a rolling basis until all positions have been filled.
Progressive Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, People of Color, LGBTQ people, Returning Citizens, and Immigrants are strongly encouraged to apply.