Overview
The Ruth Fortune for Congress The Ruth Fortune for Congress campaign is seeking a full-time Lead Field Organizer (Volunteer & Training Focus) to join its team in Connecticut. This role is centered on building, training, and managing a high-performing volunteer program that powers our field operation across the First Congressional District.
The Lead Field Organizer will be responsible for recruiting volunteers, developing leadership pipelines, and ensuring volunteers are equipped with the tools, training, and support needed to effectively engage voters and represent the campaign in their communities.
Ruth is an attorney, a mother, a wife and a daughter who began her journey in the U.S. as an undocumented child. She is running for Congress to fight for Connecticut families’ right to an economy that works for everyone, quality public education that prepares our children for success, and a democracy that respects our constitutional rights.
Ruth has persevered in the face of adversity and her journey is an American success story. Ruth has the tenacity and grit to stand up to the Trump Administration’s ploys to terrorize us while also fighting for a Connecticut where more American success stories continue to be written.
The ideal candidate is curious, hard-working, and committed to fighting for Connecticut families and our democracy.
About The Role
Title: Lead Field Organizer (Volunteer Management and Training)
Location: Connecticut’s 1st Congressional District
Hours: Full-time, including willingness to work nights and weekends.
Pay: $1,000 per week
Benefits: Supporter housing is available for the right candidate.
Develop and execute a comprehensive volunteer recruitment strategy
Build and maintain a diverse and engaged volunteer base
Conduct outreach to identify and recruit new volunteers across the district
Build, manage, and grow teams of volunteers and volunteer leaders
Identify, train, and elevate volunteer captains and team leads
Foster a positive, inclusive, and mission-driven team culture
Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to volunteers
Design and lead volunteer trainings for canvassing, phone banking, and texting
Ensure volunteers are confident, prepared, and aligned with campaign messaging
Create systems and materials that make it easy for volunteers to succeed
Organize and oversee signature and petition drive
Ensure volunteer shifts are fully staffed and running efficiently
Track participation, performance, and voter contact metrics
Represent the campaign at community events and volunteer recruitment opportunities
Build relationships that strengthen grassroots engagement across the district
Manage and utilize VoteBuilder to track volunteer activity and voter contact
Collaborate with campaign leadership to set goals and evaluate progress
Maintain organized records of volunteer engagement and follow-up
Staff the candidate at events as needed
Capture notes, track follow-ups, and help strengthen volunteer connections
Strong interest in volunteer management, training, and grassroots organizing
Previous campaign or organizing experience preferred
Experience with VoteBuilder (VAN) strongly preferred
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to motivate, train, and lead diverse teams
Strong organizational and time management skills
Willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends
Must have access to a cell phone and reliable transportation
Willingness to travel throughout the district
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit your resume to info@ruthfortuneforcongress.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law.