What are the responsibilities and job description for the Canvasser – Southern Minnesota position at JBC Campaigns?
NOW HIRING: Get Out the Vote Canvassers – Southern Minnesota | $40/Hour
Pay: $40/hour
Location: Red Wing, MN
Type: Temporary / Campaign Position — Full-time and part-time shifts available, including evenings and weekends
Start Date: Immediately
End Date: November 3, 2026 (Election Day)
Experience: No experience required — paid training provided!
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
We're hiring canvassers across Southern Minnesota for a short-term Get Out the Vote (GOTV) program leading up to Election Day on November 3!
At JBC Campaigns, we're committed to electing Democrats and increasing voter participation through grassroots organizing and one-on-one conversations with voters. Our goal is to make sure voters have the information they need to make their voices heard this November.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're looking for friendly, outgoing, and reliable individuals to join our canvassing team immediately!
As a canvasser, you'll go door-to-door in communities throughout Southern Minnesota, talk with voters about the upcoming election, provide important voting information, and help encourage participation on Election Day.
Canvassing opportunities are available in Red Wing. Applicants from surrounding areas, including Minneapolis and St. Paul, are welcome to apply.
No political or canvassing experience is necessary! We provide paid training, flexible scheduling, and a supportive team environment.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Go door-to-door in assigned Southern Minnesota neighborhoods
Engage voters in friendly, respectful conversations about the election
Share important voting information and encourage voter turnout
Accurately record voter conversations using MiniVAN
Check in with supervisors and provide daily updates
Represent the campaign professionally and respectfully
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Friendly, outgoing individuals who enjoy talking with people
Reliable, punctual, and motivated team players
Comfortable walking outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions
Able to use a smartphone for data entry and navigation
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Previous canvassing, campaign, or community outreach experience is a plus, but not required
REQUIREMENTS
Must be 18 years or older
Authorized to work in the U.S.
Must have a smartphone with mobile data
Access to reliable transportation to assigned work locations
Availability to work shifts between now and November 3
Must complete paid training before beginning field work
WHY JOIN US?
$40 PER HOUR
HIRING IMMEDIATELY — START ASAP!
Short-term opportunity through Election Day, November 3
Full-time and part-time shifts available
Flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends
Paid training — no experience necessary
Make a direct impact in communities across Southern Minnesota
Interested? Apply today! Positions are available immediately, and we're hiring on a rolling basis through Election Day.
Salary : $40