September 12, 2024

The Mobilization Center

Fairbanks

FULL TIME & TEMPORARY

2024 Election Phone Canvasser

Location: Fairbanks, Alaska
We are looking for passionate, socially confident, reliable individuals to be advocates and champions for progressive change in 2024.
This position will focus on Fairbanks population and will be a remote phone position.
Work duties will consist of educating and activating Alaskans in correspondence with various campaigns across the state, and will be accomplished through phonebanking, data entry, and other tasks as assigned.
Duties Include (but are not limited to):

Identify, engage, and encourage Alaskans to take civic action
Engage with the public through phone canvassing for a majority of your work schedule
Staff events and mobilize volunteers to support campaign efforts
Encourage active public involvement in issues that affect Alaskans statewide
Record accurate data, and work with your supervisor and your teammates to ensure quality data is being recorded
Comply with procedures and policies outlined by The Mobilization Center Employee Handbook
Ensure that confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times
Perform any other duty as directed by the Mobilization Center Program Director

The ideal candidate would:

Have experience or willingness to learn with direct voter contact methods, such as canvassing, door knocking, phone banking, or working with the public
Have an interest and/or experience working in politics and social justice
Have excellent interpersonal skills
Be willing and skilled at active listening and able to handle difficult conversations
Be independent, accountable, and honest
Have experience working with technology and data entry

This is an entry-level position that provides career-building opportunities in the larger progressive movement. 2024 Canvassers will work directly with the COO and other affiliates to interact with Alaskans on key political issues dealing with, but not limited to, social justice, conservation, equal rights, and fair elections.
Work hours will be within the window of 2 to 8 pm, Monday through Friday, and are subject to change. We will prioritize candidates that are able to work fuller schedules. Additional hours and travel to other locations throughout Alaska are occasionally available based on the needs of the campaign. Positions are open until filled and we intend on starting folks in this role as soon as September 16th. You must be 18 years of age or older to apply for this position.
This position has a tentative end date of Tuesday, November 5th.
Employment is given with consideration to a background check and may include a trial period in the position.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions to Kalli Randall at kalli@mobilizationcenter.org
The Mobilization Center, AK is a locally owned and operated business that provides year-round canvassing, field organizing, and outreach programs that support progressive change in Alaska. The Mobilization Center is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
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