Employment

Grassroots Georgia

Paid Field Canvasser Position

Paid Field Canvassing Positions:

Grassroots Georgia is a new initiative of the Democratic Party of Georgia and a revolutionary program for Democratic state parties dedicated to grassroots outreach. Paid field canvassing positions are an essential part of this new initiative. These positions entail canvassing neighborhoods throughout the state - with an emphasis on specific targeted districts and the metro Atlanta area. Beyond the overall goal of being a positive representation of the Democratic Party of Georgia there are two critical objectives for each interaction a field canvasser has with Georgia Democrats - acquiring volunteers to assist with our organizing and outreach and raising financial support.

The typical workday runs from 2:30 pm to 9:30 pm, Monday through Friday (with the possibility of Saturdays as well). Each workday is divided into two parts: training and canvassing. Training runs from 2:30 pm until 3:45 pm. Canvassers then travel out into the field in teams to canvass generally from 4:30 pm until 8:30 pm. Part time positions are also available.

Field Manager Position:

Field Manager positions are paid canvassing positions that involve more leadership and more responsibility. Beyond their own canvassing, field managers play a pivotal role in the overall office's effectiveness by actively participating in staff development and overseeing the management of field research.

Field Managers will begin the day early enough to prepare the field research for their team. This typically means a work day that runs from 1:30 pm until 9:45 pm. These positions don't require specific leadership experience, but they do require the individual to be responsible, professional and goal-oriented while having the ability to train and motivate others.

How We Are Different:

The Democratic Party of Georgia is the only state party in the country to have a fully integrated grassroots outreach project with paid canvassing positions. The program was developed not only to expand the party, but also to cultivate a new generation of professional and experienced grassroots talent for Georgia politics.  Grassroots Georgia was designed to be a campaign academy - instilling democratic activists with the necessary skills to organize future political campaigns across the state.

As a part of Grassroots Georgia, field canvassers will have the opportunity to work closely with the state party's staff and candidates and receive exposure to campaign mechanics in the process. As our grassroots efforts expand there will be many opportunities for canvassers to move up and assume new organizing roles in the party. Having only been in operation a year, Grassroots Georgia has already seen former staff members take new roles as field organizers and as senior staff with individual candidates' campaigns.

Compensation:

Field canvassers are paid positions with the Democratic Party of Georgia. Pay is divided into two components: base pay and bonus pay. Typically, for a full week, the two combined will equal between $300 and $600.

How to Apply:

Paid Canvassers are the backbone of our new Grassroots Georgia initiative, and as a direct link between Georgia voters and the state party, need to maintain a certain level of professionalism, enthusiasm, and performance.  Learn how to apply by calling  (678) 278-2020 or emailing jobs@georgiademocrat.org.