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Political Canvasser

Advanced Micro Targeting

Political Canvasser

Sparks, NV
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Enjoy talking and listening to people? Want to travel the country on our dime?

    This could be the place for you.

    We are one of the nation’s largest ballot qualification and voter contact firm.

    We’re looking for experienced door-to-door canvassers and team leaders to work on projects around the country. Rapid advancement available for the right candidate!

    Some staff stay for a project, others have been here for 5, 10, even 15 years!

     

    READ FIRST:

    MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH DOOR-TO-DOOR CANVASSING, PETITIONING, OR SALES.

    MUST BE COMFORTABLE WORKING FOR AND TALKING TO PEOPLE OF ALL POLITICAL PERSUASIONS AND PARTIES.

    Must be comfortable living and working on the road.

    YOU MUST BE COMFORTABLE SHARING A HOTEL ROOM WITH A ROOMMATE.

    Must be comfortable knocking on doors and having conversations with voters.

    Comfortable working outside on your feet for a full day. We start our day early and end it when the sun goes down.

    Reliable cell phone.

    Must be 21 or older with a Government ID.

    Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

    PREFERENCE IS GIVEN TO THOSE WHO SUBMIT A COVER LETTER OR INTRODUCTION.

     

    ABOUT US:

    We are passionate about the field.

    We work on campaigns and petitions nationwide, recruiting, traveling canvassers to talk to voters on behalf of candidates and causes.

    Our staff love to travel. We see the Northern Lights in Denali and the alligators in the Everglades. And in the meantime, we have meaningful conversations with the voters everywhere in between.

    You may be looking for a campaign gig through the end of the year or you may be looking for a forever political home. Either way, let’s talk.

     

    ABOUT THIS PROJECT:

    We’re looking for a few team members to join a project in progress, talking to registered voters and persuading them to support a candidate or cause.

    It requires a lot of physical and intellectual energy. We spend a long day in the field, up to 6 days a week. (Overtime available)

    You must be comfortable working outside in all kinds of weather conditions.

    You must be comfortable living on the road in a hotel with a roommate.

    The company pays for airfare and lodging. You must be comfortable sharing a room.

    All of our projects are on tight deadlines, and we’re looking for people who share our SENSE OF URGENCY. No Drama. We’re looking for reliable, motivated people who will show up to work every day.

     

    ABOUT YOU:

    OUTGOING: Must be comfortable talking to people in person.

    ARTICULATE AND PERSUASIVE: Must be able to explain complicated political issues quickly.

    STAMINA: Must be comfortable working outside, on your feet for a full day.

    TEAM PLAYER: Must be able to handle constructive criticism and work with a group.

    OPEN FOR ADVENTURE: A willingness to travel is required!

    TEAM LEADERS ONLY: Must have a valid driver’s license, insurance, and clean driving record.

    PLEASE HIGHLIGHT ANY PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITH PETITIONING OR DOOR TO DOOR CANVASSING IN YOUR APPLICATION. PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE WHO EXPLAIN THEIR RELEVANT EXPERIENCE IN THEIR APPLICATION.

    AMT is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and employees, not to discriminate because of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, or disability.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $18 - $20 per hour, Salaried positions available for managers

    Overtime available

    Health Insurance after 90 days.

    Company Description

    Advanced Micro Targeting (AMT) is a direct democracy firm that sells big ideas. Big ideas like ending government corruption, giving voters the right to decide what's best for them, and electing leaders who actually listen to the voters. We are currently hiring Petitioners, Canvassers, Team Leaders and Project Managers for projects nationwide. Previous canvassing, sales or customer service experience is appreciated but not required. We will train the right candidates. Our staff come from diverse professional backgrounds, and many have worked with AMT for over 5 years. Employees who excel will have opportunities to quickly advance into leadership roles. If you are honest, fearless, enthusiastic and have a strong work ethic, you should apply!