Shawmut Services

Role Description Merrimack is seeking highly motivated candidates for the role of Canvass Coordinator for an innovative canvassing program that will focus on turning out voters across the whole country. Canvass Coordinators will remotely coordinate with a team of Door Knockers, who will go door-to-door speaking with voters in their own communities. Canvass Coordinators will work closely with the Project Director, Data team, and Operations team to meet ambitious canvassing goals, maintain our standards for quality, and oversee payroll management. Canvass Coordinators must be true self-starters and problem-solvers, and be able to work effectively with a diverse team who come from a variety of backgrounds. We will provide comprehensive job training for new hires and we strongly encourage potential applicants who have the qualified skills for the position to apply, regardless of prior campaign experience. This position is considered a Full-Time Employee meaning they are expected to work full-time (40 or more hours per week) for a defined period of time, typically the length of the project. However, Merrimack expects to provide extensive opportunities for successful employees and contractors to continue on with the company throughout the 2026 election season. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Collaborate with project leadership to implement an innovative door-to-door canvassing operation in your assigned state. - Coordinate Door Knockers remotely, including assisting with pre-packet briefings, virtual office hours, and post-packet debriefings. - Work with the project’s Training Director to implement, adjust, and improve the remote briefing program. - Work with the project’s Quality Control Director to assess and respond to Door Knocker performance data. - Willing and able to work extended hours, with the expectation of 6-day, 60-hour weeks from mid-February through early April, including evenings and weekends. - Other duties as assigned. Qualifications - Detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. - Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with a team. - Strong desire to help turn out Democratic voters. - Working knowledge of VoteBuilder and MiniVAN preferred. - Prior volunteer or paid canvasser management is a bonus. Requirements - Quiet and private dedicated remote workspace. - Access to a strong internet connection, reliable computer, and a cell phone. - Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Benefits - Full health care, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees who remain with the team for more than three months. - Job-related travel, lodging, and other expenses are paid for by Merrimack.