About The Outreach Team The Outreach Team is a premier national field firm. We partner with organizations working to solve some of the biggest problems facing our society -- from protecting human rights to fighting climate change -- and help them build the resources they need to make an impact. We are a people-powered enterprise; our campaigns are effective because we hire diverse teams of talented people, invest in our staff, and treat them well. We are hiring Deputy Field Directors to manage our office in Hemet, CA . Deputy Field Directors will recruit, train, and manage a team of local canvassers to contact voters. Field Directors will work within the director team to build an office to scale from the ground up. The Field Director is expected to train voter contact canvassers in the field while canvassing themselves to lead by example; they must also communicate long and short term goals to staff and manage campaign reporting. The Field Director manages canvassers and Team Leads and reports to the Lead Director. We're working to ensure that everyone can live, thrive, and raise families in healthy communities. When people can make decisions about their own reproductive health care, they have more control over their economic security, their health and well-being, and can build the future they see for themselves. We are hiring immediately. This position can run through November, 2026, with opportunities to extend.
Locations:
Hemet, CA Strong preference for in-state candidates, short-term travel may be required.
Canvass Management Responsibilities:
Manage a team of 40-60 hourly staff who will canvass door to door to talk to voters about the upcoming mayoral election Canvass yourself several days a week to train staff and drive office goals Set goals and hold staff accountable to them Train and provide ongoing motivation and support to staff Identify, promote, and train a leadership team Build a diverse team where staff feel respected while fostering a culture of equity and justice Implement quality control measures to ensure the integrity of the work Maintain a healthy and safe working environment for all staff Develop strategic plans to reach targeted voters in assigned locations Manage administrative duties, including reporting data, record keeping, processing payroll, and distribution of materials
Qualifications:
Must have Leadership experience, ability to motivate, grow, and manage a large team Eagerness to lead from the front and canvass several days a week Extreme attention to detail and a proven ability to instill that quality in others Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills Strong passion for community organizing and fostering civic engagement Track record of equity and inclusion Ability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends Nice-to-have Experience running paid canvasses or managing paid employees Familiarity with VAN and MiniVAN Experience working in underserved or marginalized communities Facilitation experience Local knowledge/experience
Salary:
The salary range for this position is $1,300 - $1,500 per week. We offer a generous benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance, and hands-on training. At the end of the campaign, there may be opportunities for advancement and bonuses. At The Outreach Team, we prioritize equity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage Black, indigenous, people of color, women, people with previous felony convictions, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and others who identify with underrepresented groups to apply.
Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary Pay:
$1,300.00 - $1,500.00 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
Bonus opportunities Application Question(s): How did you find out about us? Have you ever worked for The Outreach Team, Vote Blue, or 360 Campaign Consulting before? If yes, please give dates, name at time of employment, project, supervisor, position(s) held, and reason for leaving: What about this position caught your eye? Please elaborate on what made you want to apply and learn more about it. How do your goals and values align with our work, mission, & core beliefs at the Outreach Team? Based on the job responsibilities, what skills and experiences do you have that qualify you for this specific role? How have you promoted equity and inclusion in your previous roles? Ability to
Relocate:
Hemet, CA 92546: Relocate before starting work (Required)