About Us Voter Education Project is a dynamic and passionate consulting firm dedicated to creating positive change in our community. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Paid Canvass Lead to support our grassroots outreach efforts. As a Paid Canvass Lead, you will work alongside the Canvass Manager to coach, motivate, and support canvassers while helping ensure successful voter outreach in the field. Responsibilities • Lead and support a team of canvassers during daily door-to-door outreach and phone banking activities. • Assist with onboarding and training new canvassers on campaign messaging, best practices, and data collection procedures. • Provide in-the-field coaching, encouragement, and performance feedback to help canvassers achieve daily goals. • Monitor team productivity and communicate progress, challenges, and staffing needs to the Canvass Manager. • Ensure canvassers accurately record voter interactions using campaign databases and canvassing software. • Help maintain a positive, professional, and goal-oriented team environment. • Assist with daily field logistics, including staging, distributing materials, and preparing walk packets or turf assignments. • Serve as a point of contact for canvassers by answering questions and resolving minor issues in the field. • Engage with community members to promote the campaign's message and gather valuable voter feedback. Qualifications • Previous experience in political canvassing, community organizing, voter outreach, or a related field. • Prior experience leading, mentoring, or supervising a team is preferred. • Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to motivate others and lead by example in a fast-paced field environment. • Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities. • Comfortable using smartphones, tablets, and canvassing or voter database software. • Reliable transportation and willingness to work evenings and weekends as campaign needs require. • Passion for civic engagement and dedication to making a positive impact in the community. Benefits • Competitive hourly wage. • Opportunities for advancement into management roles. • Hands-on leadership experience and professional development. • Positive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment. • Flexible scheduling options.