Field Director, Voter Outreach - LA & OC Canvass Lead

About The Outreach Team The Outreach Team is a premier national field firm. We partner with organizations working to solve some of the biggest problems facing our society -- from protecting human rights to fighting climate change -- and help them build the resources they need to make an impact. We are a people‑powered enterprise; our campaigns are effective because we hire diverse teams of talented people, invest in our staff, and treat them well. About The Role We are hiring Field Directors to join us on an important and exciting voter engagement campaign in Los Angeles and Orange County, California. This role is central to building strong, motivated teams that connect directly with voters, mobilize support, and drive a high‑impact turnout operation in upcoming elections. Field Directors will recruit, train, and manage a team of local canvassers. Lead Directors will manage one or more Field Directors and build an office to scale from the ground up. The Field Director is expected to go into the field themselves multiple days per week to canvass, train staff, and lead by example. They must also communicate long‑ and short‑term goals to staff and manage campaign reporting. The Field Director manages canvassers and team leads, reports to the Lead Director, and the Lead Director reports to the Project Director. This position will run through upcoming elections and is hiring immediately. Management Responsibilities Work with our recruitment team to find and hire community members to work as canvassers and engage voters. Manage a team of 20‑50 paid canvassers, setting and driving goals along the way. Implement safety protocol. Develop and execute strategic plans to reach targeted voters effectively. Coordinate canvassing sites for staff, and work with partner groups to avoid overlapping efforts in the field. Go out in the field yourself multiple days per week to canvass, train staff, and drive office goals. Build a diverse team where staff feel respected while fostering a culture of equity and justice. Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure message accuracy and data integrity. Maintain a safe and positive working environment for all staff. Train and provide ongoing motivation and support to staff. Identify, promote, and develop leadership within the team to maximize impact. Hold staff accountable to performance metrics and standards. Administrative Responsibilities Handle administrative tasks, including daily data reporting, payroll processing, and inventory management. Set voter contact goals. Record and report on office performance. Track and monitor campaign expenses. Maintain accurate inventory of office materials and overall office organization. Manage staff schedules. Qualifications Leadership experience, ability to motivate, grow, and manage a large team. Eagerness to lead from the front, get into the field and canvass multiple days a week. Experience leading, motivating, and managing large teams in a fast‑paced setting. Extreme attention to detail and a proven ability to instill that quality in others. Self‑starter with excellent problem‑solving skills. Strong passion for community organizing and empowering voters. Commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice. Ability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends. Nice‑to‑Have Experience managing paid canvasses or teams of paid employees. Management experience. Experience working with diverse communities, marginalized populations, and/or underrepresented populations. Strong facilitation and training experience. Familiarity with voter engagement tools such as VAN and MiniVAN. Local ties to the area. Salary The salary range for this position is $1,352 – $1,575 per week, based on experience. We offer a generous benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance, and hands‑on training. At the end of the campaign, there may be opportunities for advancement and bonuses. Equal‑Opportunity Employer We are an equal‑opportunity employer and we strongly encourage Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, people with previous felony convictions, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and DACA/DAPA recipients to apply. We prioritise equity and inclusion in all that we do. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Outreach Team LLC