Canvass Lead

*Supervisor: * Jacob Foster, Political and State Policy Manager *Start Date:* Position starts April 1, 2024, or on a rolling basis according to need.
*Hours/Duration:* Approximately 32 hours/week through November 7, 2024; some schedule flexibility *Location:* Missoula, MT *Compensation* $27/hour; $1,000 completion bonus; cell phone stipend, travel reimbursement *About Wild Montana Action Fund* Wild Montana Action Fund was established in 2019 with the goal of building the political power necessary for protecting and conserving public lands and wild places across the state by elevating the voices of Montanans who cherish our outdoor way of life.
*Summary of Position: * This position will lead our team of canvassers to conduct outreach to voters in order to advance public land conservation by electing public land champions to public office and supporting issues that impact public land conservation, including electoral reform.
The canvass lead will assist in the development and implementation of a voter engagement plan to encourage Montanans to vote in support of public lands in the primary and general elections.
The primary activity of this position will be to lead door-to-door canvassing in and around Missoula with a canvassing team.
Additionally, this position will support Wild Montana Action Fund’s civic engagement and get-out-the-vote (GOTV) efforts through phone calls and texting, and in-person contact with voters.
This is a temporary full-time position employed by Wild Montana Action Fund.
*Major Duties and Responsibilities: * * Canvass door-to-door to talk to Montana voters about pro-public lands candidates running for elected office and other public lands conservation issues, including electoral reform.
* Assist in developing a voter engagement plan to encourage public land supporters to vote in line with their public land values.
* Lead all aspects of voter engagement organizing in Western Montana, including, signature gathering for ballot initiatives, educating young people about public lands issues; conducting GOTV activities such as phone banks, text banks, and door-to-door and event canvassing; and assisting in collecting pledge-to-vote postcards.
* Perform regular data entry and data quality control.
* Assist staff by informing election-related content and implementing communication strategies.
* Assist with canvasser recruitment, as needed.
* Assist with turf cutting, list sharing, and daily team management.
* Assist with canvasser training.
*Qualifications/Abilities:* * A commitment to the mission and vision of Wild Montana Action Fund * One to two years of previous organizing experience * One year of previous management experience preferred * Ability to productively work with a variety of groups, individuals, and personalities * Basic computer proficiency is required * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work outside in potentially inclement weather * Ability to work evenings and weekends * Ability to travel outside of Missoula with some overnight travel.
* Valid United States driver’s license and ability to be insured are required *HIRING TIMELINE* Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Interviews will occur on a rolling basis as applications are submitted.
*HOW TO APPLY* Email a resume and cover letter to operations director Laura Parr at .
Call (406) 312-8740 with questions.
Cover letters should describe pertinent professional and personal experiences, including volunteer experience that is relevant to the duties of this position.
*Please include “Canvass Lead” in the subject line when applying.
* _Wild Montana Action Fund is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
We work to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, compensation, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant based on identity, including but not limited to: race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, parental status, marital status, national origin, age, pregnancy, religion, disability and/or veteran's status.
Applicants of all identities are encouraged to apply.
_ Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Pay: From $27.
00 per hour Expected hours: 32 per week Benefits: * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * On-the-job training * Opportunities for advancement Compensation package: * Bonus opportunities Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Afternoon shift * Evening shift * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Ability to Relocate: * Missoula, MT: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person