Voter Registration Manager

CASA & CASA IN ACTION SYNOPSIS

CASA’s mission is to create a more just society by building power and improving the quality of life in the working‑class: Black, Latino/a/e, Afro‑descendent, Indigenous, and Immigrant Communities. Our vision is rooted in the collective power of our community. Our inclusive, permanent, member‑led movement radically transforms communities and systems to ensure the needs, dreams, and aspirations of members are fully met as we strive for justice and full liberation at home and in solidarity with others across the world. CASA has a sister organization, CASA in Action, a separate but related nonprofit organization exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code. While CASA and CASA in Action share a common goal of supporting immigrants and low‑income people in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Virginia, they are separate organizations with their own board of directors. A set of employees at the two organizations, including the person filling this position, shares their time between the two organizations. This has no effect on salary or benefits.

DEPARTMENT SYNOPSIS

The Elections Department oversees elections, nonpartisan voter accountability advocacy, and voter registration across our four states. The department is tasked with developing and implementing voter engagement strategies in partnership with all departments to build long‑term electoral power in the working‑class: Black, Latino/a/e, Afro‑descendent, Indigenous, and Immigrant communities.

POSITION SUMMARY

CASA is seeking a Voter Registration Manager – Temporary Staff to lead voter engagement efforts, primarily providing education to increase voter participation among working families and immigrant communities. Reporting to the Voter Engagement Deputy Director, the ideal candidate is passionate about engaging registered voters and eligible community members in exercising their civic rights.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement field operation plans: meet with the Deputy Director to discuss daily field operations that meet program metrics and team‑building goals. Prepare all canvassing equipment and supplies prior to launch. Lead all launch and debrief meetings with the assigned canvass team. Stay updated on election cycle news and program changes to disseminate information to your team. Team supervision: lead daily work for the canvass team and monitor on‑field progress toward goals, including site‑based voter registration conversation rates. Ensure the team has the equipment and supplies needed. Coach team members in the field on voter engagement best practices and voter registration talking points. Provide additional feedback and on‑field training to improve underachieving team members. Respond to all on‑field emergencies and non‑emergencies and report immediately to the Deputy Director. Community engagement: conduct daily voter contact work; persuade and mobilize voters to register to vote and inform them of the voting process. Enter and report conversation data accurately and in a timely manner. Stay well‑informed of the latest electoral news and campaign talking points, including issues impacting communities. Team building and daily reports: actively participate in daily canvass launches and debriefs; share key findings from voter conversations with team members. Provide feedback on voter conversation best practices and script guidance after voter interactions to help teams achieve highest quality engagements. Complete qualitative field reports to capture voter details that benefit our campaign efforts. Administrative responsibilities Record‑keeping: maintain accurate records of voter engagement activities, including voter contacts, conversations, and outcomes. Documentation: ensure all necessary paperwork, such as voter registration forms or campaign materials, is organized and up‑to‑date. Correspondence: handle emails, phone calls, and other communications related to voter registration initiatives, responding promptly and professionally to inquiries from community members or stakeholders. Supply management: monitor and replenish campaign supplies, such as canvassing materials, literature, and promotional items. Scheduling: coordinate schedules for canvassing activities, meetings, and other campaign events, taking into account staff availability, target locations, and community events. Reporting: prepare regular reports on voter engagement activities, summarizing key metrics, trends, and insights gleaned from canvassing efforts. Training support: help organize and facilitate training sessions for canvassers, providing logistical support and ensuring that training materials are readily available. Documentation compliance: ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines governing voter registration activities. Coordination: collaborate with other team members and departments within CASA to align voter registration initiatives with broader organizational goals. Payroll: complete staff payroll accurately and in a timely fashion. Additional tasks: verify functionality of all assigned canvassing equipment at the start of the work day; recruit voters to participate in volunteer canvass activities and campaign events; collect media content while engaging with voters to share with Communications staff and amplify voices of impacted voters; perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Ability to perform all of the duties outlined above. A valid US Driver’s License and own car. Flexibility to work non‑traditional hours including evenings and weekends. Experience working with immigrant or low‑income communities. Ability to work with a team and independently. Self‑motivated with a track record of displaying leadership, building team morale, and excellent interpersonal skills. Exude high energy in a fast‑paced environment. A demonstrated commitment to meeting a high bar, being timely, and a history of getting things done even in the face of obstacles. Excellent writing and conversation skills. Proficiency in data entry tasks. Attention to detail to ensure all work is polished, accurate and precise. Bilingual capacity (preferred). Commitment to social change and to furthering CASA in Action’s mission of building power in low‑income and immigrant communities by integrating and engaging them in the political process. COMPENSATION: $1200/week

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions related to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. ADA CASA will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. OSHA This role is not to handle any human body fluids, biological agents, laboratory chemicals, or be exposed to hazardous materials such as noise, asbestos, or carcinogens. CASA Inc and CASA in Action do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, marital status, or national origin. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessities. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr CASA