Community Canvasser

Position Summary

The Community Outreach Canvasser is the face of TTB's Field & Outreach Program, going door-to-door within assigned neighborhoods to engage voters, share program messaging, and collect accurate contact/response data. This role is the frontline of the GOTV effort building trust with community members through respectful, informed, neighbor-to-neighbor conversations.

Key Responsibilities

Field Canvassing

Canvass assigned routes/turf door-to-door within the scheduled shift

Deliver approved messaging and materials (literature/lit) accurately and respectfully

Meet daily door-count and contact goals set by the Lead/Canvass Manager

Data & Reporting

Log every door knocked and voter interaction accurately using the canvassing app MiniVan.

Report any access issues, refusals, or safety concerns to the Lead promptly

Turn in materials, equipment, and unused literature at the end of each shift

Community Engagement

Represent TTB professionally and respectfully in every interaction

Answer basic voter questions or direct them to appropriate resources

Follow all safety protocols, especially in inclement weather or unfamiliar areas

Qualifications

No prior experience required; training provided

Comfortable walking outdoors for extended periods, including in heat or rain

Reliable and punctual; able to commit to scheduled shifts

Friendly, respectful communicator comfortable engaging strangers

Reliable transportation to reach assigned canvassing sites

Compensation & Schedule

Hourly position; estimated range $20–$25/hour depending on county and experience

Schedule flexes around canvass season, with increased hours/shifts as Election Day approaches

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk extended distances and climb stairs throughout a shift

Ability to carry canvassing bag/materials and work outdoors in varying weather conditions