Job Title: Field Manager/Canvass Director
Organization: Working America
Location: National
Salary:
FT Regular
 
Job Description:
Working America:
We Get Real.
And So Can You.
 
 
Check out the REAL reasons to work at Working America, the community
affiliate of the AFL-CIO!
 
Real Passion
We have it. And so do you. A passion for fairness. A commitment to worker
rights and equality for all. A vision of society where people trump
profits. A belief that it can really happen. And the energy to help get it
done.
 
Real Challenge
This is a year like no other. And Working America offers you a chance like
no other to educate for action, forge a fair economy, and win progressive
change. We fly under the radar  and against popular wisdom  to reach
workers across the country with a take on economic issues that bolsters real
people rather than mega-corporate profits. With 2 million members, Working
America provides voice and power for workers who do not have a union on the
job. We talk with people at their doors and in their communities about
issues like health care, the debt crisis, and corporate accountability. And
we follow up with an ongoing program of contact and communication. Working
America engages real working people to act on their dreams and aspirations,
rather than vote on their fears.
 
"Without Working America, you're just one vote and one voice. With Working
America, you stand united with more than 2 million other citizens who are
redefining what it means to be American."
Jennifer Hofelich, Canvass Director
 
Real Power
Were big: 2 million members; 16 states; strong infrastructure; a powerful
impact.
In 2008, 1 out of every 13 voters in Pennsylvania will be a member of
Working America. Well have 800,000 members in Ohio, in more than 300
towns. Were registering Hispanic voters in New Mexico, and building a base
for health care reform wherever we are.
 
"Everyday at Working America I come into contact with someone who genuinely
appreciates the work I do. There aren't many opportunities like that; and I
know we are making a difference."
Rachel Colyer, Canvass Director, Philadelphia
 
 
Real Jobs
Weve got them! Were looking for sharp, committed co-workers who work hard
but havent forgotten how to laugh. We have openings for field managers and
canvass directors with some experience, to become part of our diverse,
lively, and motivated team. We pay real money, provide real benefits, and
offer real opportunities for training and advancement.
 
Canvass Director
-Guide a highly sophisticated plan of worker education and mobilization
around key legislative and issue-based campaigns, elections, and worker
organizing.
-Plan and test new methods of community mobilization and help shape
organizational program and policy.
-Recruit, train, develop, and manage a staff of 15-30 organizers and canvass
leaders, and ensure the high-quality organizing that gives Working America
the reputation of being one of the most sophisticated, professional canvass
operations in the country.
-Identify and mentor the next generation of progressive leaders and
activists in your community.
-Coordinate Working America's program with allies in the labor and
progressive movement.
-Organize press events, rallies, protests, and member activism events.
Conduct press interviews, and speak at key labor and progressive events in
your area.
 
Qualifications
-Must be able to demonstrate superb management and leadership skills.
Campaign experience helpful, but not required.
-Must have a stated and demonstrated interest in Working America's issue
priorities.
-Must demonstrate proficiency either through prior experience or completion
of our training program in all canvassing, training, and field managing
standards and responsibilities.
 
Compensation
-Salary starts at $36,000/year plus bonus and benefits, paid training.
Starting pay may vary depending on experience and responsibilities. Canvass
directors can expect to earn $36,000 to $40,000 first year, depending on
responsibilities and performance.
 
 
 
Field Manager
-Train and develop teams of canvass organizers.
-Help build, educate, and activate Working America's two million member
base.
-Aid in staffing decisions.
-Develop field strategy to reach out to communities that have been left out
of the economic debate.
-Ensure that canvass organizers effectively spread organizations message
and mission.
-Lead daily staff trainings and briefings.
 
Qualifications
-Must demonstrate an ability to meet/exceed all canvassing and organizing
standards and responsibilities, including as a role model and trainer for
other canvass staff.
-Previous experience leading or managing groups of people. Campaign
experience helpful, but not required.
-Must have a stated and demonstrated interest in Working America's issue
priorities.
 
Compensation
-Salary starts at $28,840 per year plus benefits.
 
 
 
 
TO APPLY FOR ANY OF THE ABOVE POSITIONS, SEND A COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO:
jobs@workingamerica.org.
 
 
How to Apply:
 
Organization Web Site: www.workingamerica.org/cdjobs.cfm
 
Email replies to: jobs@workingamerica.org