What are the responsibilities and job description for the Michigan – Voter Registration Canvasser (Detroit / Wayne County) position at When We Mobilize?
We’re Hiring: Voter Registration Canvassers
Location: Detroit & Wayne County, MI
Organization: When We Mobilize
When We Mobilize is hiring Canvassers / Voter Registration Field Staff to support a large-scale, nonpartisan voter registration program across Detroit, Wayne County, and surrounding communities.
Our teams are out in the community—at public locations, events, and high-traffic areas—helping eligible residents register to vote.
Compensation & Schedule
- $22–$27 per hour (based on experience)
- Performance bonuses and incentives available
- Weekly pay
- Additional pay for drivers
- Full-Time and Part-Time roles available
- Flexible schedules (weekdays, weekends, or both)
- Seasonal role: May – October 2026
What You’ll Do
- Register voters in public spaces using paper forms
- Engage community members in a professional and respectful manner
- Set up and manage voter registration tables at events and high-traffic locations
- Track daily progress and meet performance goals
- Follow all voter registration laws and compliance procedures
Why This Role Matters
This is an opportunity to make a direct impact by helping expand access to voting in underrepresented communities. You’ll gain hands-on experience in civic engagement, organizing, and field operations.
Qualifications
- Must be 18 years or older
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work outdoors and be on your feet for extended periods
- Willingness to meet daily performance goals
- Reliable transportation preferred (required for driver bonus)
About When We Mobilize
When We Mobilize is a national voter engagement and field operations firm delivering high-impact civic programs across the country. We specialize in reaching under-resourced and overlooked communities through culturally competent, compliance-driven field strategies.
Apply today to join our team and help build civic participation in Michigan.
Salary : $22 - $27