Canvasser-Tucson

THE ORGANIZATION: Mi Familia Vota (MFV), the Latinx-led organization with the largest field operation in the nation, uses a holistic approach to build political power. We are located in seven strategic states: AZ, CA, CO, GA, FL, NV, TX and NC. We engage our community around the most prevalent issues to ensure the construction of a healthy democracy and the advancement of a national Latino-progressive agenda. MFV utilizes a variety of strategies to reach our community including: citizenship, door-to-door voter education, registration and mobilization, issue organizing, leadership development, advocacy, accountability campaigns and litigation.

SUMMARY: Visits businesses and residential homes in Latino communities with the goal of increasing Latinos’ political engagement and voter registration. This is a seasonal part-time position with possible opportunities for contract extension.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Canvasses Latino communities for voter registration, education and mobilization efforts. Identifies likely voters for the November elections.
• Engages community members and voters around voter registration, voter education, Vote by Mail and Get Out The Vote (GOTV). Increases Latino voter turnout through Get Out The Vote tactics.
• Follow all required reporting procedures.
• Follows all established safety and security protocols. Escalates any concerns to Canvas Lead.
• Promotes an environment in which equal opportunity and diversity are valued.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Passion and enthusiasm for promoting political engagement within the Latino community.
• Must be a current registered voter or be eligible to register to vote.
• Legible handwriting required.
• Must be able to work flexible hours of up to 30 hours per week. Some Saturday event participation is required.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.
• Bilingual preferred.

COMPETENCIES:

• Interpersonal Skills--Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Dependability--Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Ethics--Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Safety and Security--Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Organizational Support--Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to stand.
• Continually required to walk.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
• Frequently required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds.
• Continually exposed to outside weather conditions