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How much do campaign field organizer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 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 80% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 9% Temporary, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 94% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,626 per year, or $27.2 per hour.

Youth Field Organizer (Remote in Southeast Virginia)

Rescue Agency

Norfolk, VA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

The Company
Rescue is a full-service marketing agency with a mission to make healthy behaviors easier and more appealing. Since our founding in 2001, Rescue has been exclusively focused on researching, developing, and implementing positive social change campaigns in public health. We provide research, strategy, creative, production, web, traditional media, social media, policy change, youth engagement and experiential marketing services to government, non-profit, and healthcare clients in over 35 states and provinces, as well as to federal government agencies.
Rescue’s health behavior change marketing campaigns focus on topics such as tobacco, obesity, substance and alcohol prevention; the promotion of exercise, eating healthy foods, early childhood development, and after school programs; and other topics that promote healthy living. Rescue’s behavior change campaigns focus on diverse populations within teen (13 - 17), young adult (18 - 26), and adult (18+) populations in both rural and urban areas, resulting in a wide variety of campaign styles and strategies.
We believe that marketing can do more than sell goods, it can create good, and we are looking for team members that are ready to work hard to create a healthier world.
The Job
Rescue Agency is seeking a dynamic and high-performing Youth Field Organizer to drive the implementation of tobacco control and nutrition/obesity prevention policy campaigns across Virginia. We are looking for individuals who are collaborative, open to new challenges, and have a passion for engaging and motivating youth volunteers to lead policy campaign activities in their schools and communities.
As a Youth Field Organizer, you’ll gain:
  • Knowledge of key public health issues. Our country’s health is at risk with chronic disease and obesity rates climbing. As a Youth Field Organizer, you’ll gain access and knowledge of the tobacco control landscape, nutrition initiatives, and the specific policy efforts that can contribute to improved health outcomes.
  • Community organizing expertise. Your commitment begins with learning Rescue’s award-winning youth engagement model. You are an expert in field organizing and possess valuable campaign skills. These experiences will help distinguish you for a career in community organizing, advocacy, or public policy.
Day-To-Day Activities:
Recruit amp; Train Youth Volunteers:
  • Recruit and train new and returning youth, including conducting site visits, in-person and virtual training sessions, and coordinating promotional efforts.
  • Assist the Youth Engagement Manager and program team with developing site visits and training materials, including presentations, activities, and promotional gear.
  • Track and monitor training participants and new members, including training projects; and
  • Manage and maintain accurate records and data for program youth members using the Online Volunteer Management system.
Mobilize amp; Support Youth Volunteers:
  • Recruit and encourage youth members to sign up for campaign projects and events to maintain high youth participation rates throughout the school year.
  • Assist youth members with planning, organizing, and implementing successful events and member meetings, as well as participate in events and meetings to provide technical and on-the-ground support when needed.
  • Work closely with the Youth Engagement Manager in planning and preparing Y Street Leadership Team members for the Day at the Capitol.
  • Work closely with the Youth Engagement Manager in planning, organizing, and implementing Leadership Team Summits, including developing and preparing presentations, activities, and promotional gear, attending Summits, and leading sessions.
  • Maintain frequent contact with youth members to keep them motivated and engaged with the campaigns and program.
Communication and Relationship-building with Partner School’s Advisors
  • Work closely with the Program Supervisor to onboard advisors.
  • Track Partner Schools' progress towards achieving milestones.
  • Help foster and maintain relationships and collaboration between school advisors and youth members.
Required Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma/GED;
  • Experience working with youth;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills (one-on-one and in a group format) – candidates must be able to work successfully within a team;
  • Excellent team-building, presentation, and facilitation skills;
  • Commitment to mobilizing youth through strategic organizing;
  • A desire and ability to motivate youth to take the lead and support youth self-determination while also creating and enforcing systems of accountability;
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize assignments, and demonstrate a high degree of initiative;
  • Flexibility and willingness to shift and pivot in response to the current climate and youth and program needs.
  • High-level competency with Microsoft Office, G Suite, or equivalent;
  • Excellent time management skills;
  • Must be able to work through the entirety of the school year;
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet urgent deadlines;
  • Ability and willingness to travel very frequently (up to 60% of the school year) all across the state
  • Be solutions focused.
Location: Remote and at Client Sites in Southeast Virginia (Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton, Chesapeake, Newport News, Williamsburg)
Status: Full-time
Pay Range: $44,000 per year. Actual compensation is dependent upon a combination of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, level of education, and location.
Benefits: Learn more about the benefits of working at Rescue through the Benefits and Perks section on our careers page: http://rescueagency.com/careers/. Benefits include generous health plans for medical and mental health services, dental, and vision; paid time off; life and short-term disability insurance, and 401(k) with employer matching.
Travel: 65% or more
If you’re ready to join our team of mission driven talent challenging the status quo, we’d love to meet you! Check out our Careers page at rescueagency.com/careers for more information about what it’s like to work at Rescue, and the benefits that we offer to our team members.
The Fine Print
Environment:
All business-related environments are tobacco-free.
Physical Requirements:
Able to remain in a sitting position for prolonged periods of time for the performance of duties. Able to read from a computer, laptop monitor, or tablet for a full workday and for long periods of time (typically 8 hours) including fonts of various sizes from a variety of sources. If working from a Rescue office location, able to stoop, bend, reach, climb stairs, and move freely throughout the building. Able to travel nationwide as needed to meet with clients, coworkers, or attend meetings and seminars. Must be able to move boxed work documents, up to 40 pounds, in and out of office for travel by car and by air.
The Application
All applications must be submitted through Rescue’s online careers system (unless you qualify to request a reasonable accommodation, as detailed at RescueAgency.com/careers). We do not accept applications via email, mail, fax or in-person delivery. Please send questions to careers@rescueagency.com. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.
PLEASE NOTE: All email correspondence that you receive from Rescue Agency will be sent through an ‘@rescueagency.com’ email address. We recommend that you disregard any emails posing as authentic Rescue Agency accounts (e.g. @rescueaggency.com or rescueagency.jobs@gmail.com). If you receive a message from a Rescue employee, you can verify the legitimacy of the message by contacting us at careers@rescueagency.com.

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Rescue | The Behavior Change Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.