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Political/Community Canvasser

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Garden Grove, CA
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Job Type:
    Temporary
    End Date:
    August 12, 2026
    Compensation:
    USD $25 / hour
    Driving Stipend $25 a shift . Must have a valid DL and Insurance
    Cause Areas:
    Job & Workplace, Community Development, Economic Development, Immigrants or Refugees

    Description

    Worker Power is hiring canvassers/signature gatherers! We are going door to door and heading to highly trafficked areas to engage registered voters on key issues regarding workers' rights and local development decisions. Will you join our team?

    Qualifications:

    The canvasser position is an entry-level position. No experience with canvassing is necessary. Successful applicants, however, will have the following characteristics:

    • Punctual and reliable
    • Good communication skills
    • Outgoing personality
    • Enjoys meeting and talking to people
    • Energetic and enthusiastic
    • Committed to advancing immigrants’ rights and workers’ rights
    • Interested in/passionate about voting and civic participation

    Terms of Employment:

    • The Community Canvasser position is a temporary position. The Community Canvasser position is available now until early August. Canvassers with interest and demonstrated capacity will also have the opportunity for promotion to leadership positions on our canvass team.
    • Pay begins at $25/hr

    Worker Power is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Benefits:

    • Paid time off
    • Driving Stipend: $25 a shift . Must have a valid DL and Insurance.
    • Data Stipend: $2/shift for use of personal device.

    Schedule:

    • Saturday: 9:30 AM - 6 PM
    • Sunday - Wednesday: 11:30 AM - 8 PM

    Thursday and Friday shifts may be available to make up for missed days. Canvassers must commit to at least 3 shifts per week. Full time availability preferred.

    Ability to commute/relocate:

    • Garden Grove, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

    Languages:

    • English, Spanish, and Vietnamese are all very helpful for this role!

    Benefits

    Paid time off

    Level of Language Proficiency

    • English
    • Spanish - helpful!
    • Vietnames - helpful!

    Location

    On-site
    Garden Grove, CA, USA

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