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How much do campaign field organizer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for campaign field organizer in the United States is $56,626.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a campaign field organizer?

Campaign Field Organizers are professionals who coordinate and manage grassroots efforts for political campaigns, nonprofit initiatives, or advocacy groups. Their main responsibilities include recruiting and training volunteers, organizing events, canvassing neighborhoods, phone banking, and ensuring voter outreach goals are met. They serve as the link between the campaign’s headquarters and the community, helping to mobilize supporters and increase engagement. Effective field organizers are skilled communicators, adept at problem-solving, and passionate about their cause. Their work often involves long hours, especially as elections or campaign deadlines approach.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a campaign field organizer?

To thrive as a Campaign Field Organizer, you need strong organizational skills, grassroots outreach experience, and a background in political science or related fields. Familiarity with voter database systems like VAN, canvassing technology, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are typically required. Exceptional communication, adaptability, and leadership abilities help build effective volunteer teams and engage diverse communities. These skills are vital for efficiently executing field operations, maximizing voter engagement, and achieving campaign goals.

What are common challenges a campaign field organizer might face during an election cycle?

Campaign Field Organizers often encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines, adapting to shifting campaign strategies, and motivating volunteers under pressure. The role requires balancing administrative tasks with fieldwork, coordinating schedules, and ensuring accurate data collection. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as organizers frequently collaborate with diverse teams and must quickly address logistical issues to keep outreach efforts on track.

What is the difference between Campaign Field Organizer vs Canvasser?

AspectCampaign Field OrganizerCanvasser
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience in organizing or campaigning often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; no formal experience required
Work EnvironmentField offices, community events, door-to-door canvassing, campaign headquartersPrimarily door-to-door, phone banking, or event-based outreach
Employer & Industry UsagePolitical campaigns, advocacy groups, nonprofit organizationsPolitical campaigns, nonprofit outreach, grassroots organizations
Common Search & ComparisonMore strategic, leadership, and coordination responsibilitiesMore direct outreach, basic engagement tasks

The Campaign Field Organizer typically has more responsibilities in planning, strategy, and team coordination compared to a Canvasser, who mainly focuses on direct voter contact and outreach. Both roles are essential in campaign efforts but differ in scope and experience requirements.

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Infographic showing various Campaign Field Organizer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,626 per year, or $27.2 per hour.

democracyFIRST Field Organizer - MI

Progressive Turnout Project

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

$25 - $31.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Position Title: democracyFIRST Field Organizer - MI

Location: On-site in campaign offices - Grand Rapids, Marshall, Paw Paw

Rate: $25 - $31.25/hour

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: November 3, 2026

Position Summary:

democracyFIRST is seeking highly motivated and talented Field Organizers that are passionate about expanding our work to elect pro-democracy candidates to local positions across Michigan in the fall 2026 cycle. As a Field Organizer, you will play a critical role in expanding our field impact down the ballot and help protect the administration of our elections for the future. This position requires a strong ability to engage with voters and support the overall organizing program across the city you are assigned to. This position reports directly to the Regional Organizing Director (ROD). Campaign offices will be located in the following cities: Grand Rapids, Marshall, Paw Paw. Applicants should indicate their preferred location when submitted the application form.

Position requires reliable access to transportation, with availability to work weekends and evenings during initial phases. Weekend and evening hours will be required during GOTV.

Responsibilities:

  • Meet daily and weekly door knocking and phone call goals set by the Field Director.
  • Remain accountable to metric goals set by Field Director and broader field plan.
  • Build a strong and supportive team culture.
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications (You will be a good fit if):

  • At least 1 election cycle (or 1 year) of organizing or managing experience—whether on political campaigns, in local community organizations, or in a customer service role.
  • Working knowledge of Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Drive)
  • Exceptional organizational skills and an eye for detail - can juggle tasks without letting anything fall through the cracks.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
  • Flexible, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure.
  • Ability to work independently based on a strategic field plan.
  • Access to reliable transportation.
  • Available to work weekends and evenings during initial phases; weekends and evening work will be required during the GOTV phase

Preferred Qualifications (Not required):

  • Working knowledge of VAN/Votebuilder, Mobilize, and other campaign technology platforms.
  • Familiarity with using social media platforms to recruit volunteers and build for events.

Questions about the position may be directed to info@democracyfirst.org.

About democracyFIRST

Founded in 2021, democracyFIRST is a cross-partisan and ideologically diverse project that aims to restore the political consensus on the central pro-democracy principles underpinning our electoral process. Our mission is to confront the rising anti-democracy movement in America and preserve the future of our democracy. Our electoral programming is designed to confront, isolate, and defeat the anti-democracy candidates and elected officials who pose the greatest threat of subverting our elections - those in positions that administer and certify our elections on a state level. democracyFIRST is an affiliated organization of Progressive Turnout Project.

About Progressive Turnout Project:

Progressive Turnout Project is dedicated to mobilizing the Democratic Party and our voter turnout initiatives are solely focused on motivating Democrats to exercise their right to vote. All our work at Progressive Turnout Project is to build power for the long term. Through data-driven research, we design, test, and deploy specialized voter turnout programs. We’re here to share resources, implement strategy, and offer our expertise for the advancement of Democrats and democracy itself.

democracyFIRST and PTP are committed to building a staff that reflects the diverse communities that make up our country and the progressive movement. PTP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is PTP’s policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to age, color, creed, disability, economic status, ethnic identity, gender identity, national origin race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veterans status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.