About the candidate and the job:
Neil Khot is a first-generation immigrant running for Congress to bring solutions that can help restore the values on which the American Dream was established. He is not a career politician and wants to give a voice to all the communities that comprise the Illinois 8th Congressional District.
We are building a people based movement and we are hiring multiple field & community representatives to join our team. This is an in person in-district role and it will require work the assigned organizing turf within the district. To apply for this position, please send your resume as soon as possible to patrick @neilforcongress.com Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.
Position Overview:
The field and community reps will work directly with their Regional Field Organizer lead to execute the campaign’s field plan and outreach, to manage volunteer recruitment and retention, and to conduct Direct Voter Contact.
Key Responsibilities
Field & Community Representatives will be required to do Direct Voter Contact either through canvassing or phone banking.
Working with community members and organizations as needed
Help build campaign-based local coalitions around the campaign and issues, working with community groups, a professional work setting, and political groups.
Conduct door-to-door outreach to connect with voters on behalf of the campaign.
Engage with residents in a friendly and respectful manner, answering questions about the candidate's platform and encouraging voter participation.
Maintain excellent communication skills and be friendly, outgoing, and persuasive.
Accurately record voter preferences and contact information using provided tools and technology.
Provide daily updates and reports on progress and voter feedback to your direct supervisor.
Adhere to all campaign regulations and guidelines, ensuring ethical and legal canvassing practices.
All staff members will be expected to assist with other field positions as necessary, particularly prior to events or when a position is vacant.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to engage with diverse people and an outgoing and friendly personality.
The ability to register to vote in the State of Illinois.
Physical stamina to conduct door-to-door canvassing as well as online outreach.
Flexible scheduling and availability including weekends and evenings.
Reliable transportation and phone service.
Some campaign and/or circulator experience.
Knowledge of local issues and politics in Maricopa County/Arizona.
This person spends the majority of their time in the community and helps uplift the “Neil for Congress” campaign in local communities in an effort to accomplish all election-related goals, especially around GOTV efforts.
Benefits:
Hourly pay of $18-$22 per hour depending on experience.
Part-time or Full-time hours available.
Paid Bi-Weekly
Travel throughout Illinois 8th Congressional District and out-of-district trips as necessary and deemed available.
Opportunity to make a significant impact on the campaign.
Networking opportunities within the political field.
Potential for future opportunities within our organization.
At least one cycle of experience in a paid or volunteer campaign role preferred.
Knowledge of VAN preferred .
Passion for thinking outside the box and organizing communities.
A good level of proficiency in Spanish and Hindi is a plus but not required.