Voter Registration Canvasser

Job Description

Job Description

Deep South Initiative is seeking energetic, dependable, and community-minded Paid Canvassers to join our voter registration team. Canvassers will engage residents in neighborhoods, community events, colleges, public spaces, and other high-traffic locations to register eligible voters, update voter registrations, and educate community members about the importance of civic participation.

This position requires strong communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds. Previous canvassing experience is helpful but not required, we provide paid training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face voter registration outreach in assigned communities.
• Register eligible voters and assist voters with updating their registration information.
• Accurately complete voter registration forms while following all applicable state laws and organizational policies.
• Educate community members about voter registration deadlines and election information.
• Attend trainings, team meetings, and debriefs.
• Meet daily outreach and voter registration goals while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and completed registrations.
• Safeguard confidential voter information.
• Represent Deep South Initiative professionally and respectfully at all times.
• Assist with community events and other civic engagement activities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Comfortable speaking with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and walk throughout assigned neighborhoods.
• Reliable transportation is preferred but not required.
• Ability to use a smartphone or tablet for data collection.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to nonpartisan civic engagement and community service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous canvassing, customer service, sales, outreach, or community organizing experience.
• Knowledge of local communities is a plus.

Schedule

• Flexible weekday, evening, and weekend shifts available.
• Typical shifts range from 4 hours.
• Additional hours may be available during peak voter registration periods.

Compensation

• $20.00 per hour
• Paid training
• Opportunities for advancement into Team Lead based on performance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk several miles per shift.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds of outreach materials.