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Political Organizer, 1199 SEIU

Queens, NY · On-site

$81K/yr

Candidates should have a background in union organizing, progressive politics and/or political campaigns with an emphasis on field organizing. It is essential that candidates be a quick study of ...

Street Level Strategy

Political Field Director

Madera, CA · On-site

$7.0K - $8.0K/mo

... 2026 political client portfolio. The Field Director will play a critical leadership role ... This role is ideal for experienced organizers and managers who thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven ...

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Political Field Director

Temecula, CA · On-site

$7.0K - $9.0K/mo

... 2026 political client portfolio. The Field Director will play a critical leadership role ... This role is ideal for experienced organizers and managers who thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven ...

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How much do political field organizer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for political 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 the difference between Political Field Organizer vs Campaign Volunteer?

AspectPolitical Field OrganizerCampaign Volunteer
CredentialsTypically requires experience in organizing, political science background, or related certificationsNo formal credentials required, often open to all interested individuals
Work EnvironmentFull-time or part-time paid position, often in campaign offices or community settingsVolunteer basis, flexible hours, often in community events or canvassing
Employer & Industry UsagePolitical campaigns, advocacy groups, non-profitsPolitical campaigns, grassroots organizations, community groups

The main difference is that a Political Field Organizer is a paid professional responsible for managing outreach efforts, while a Campaign Volunteer offers unpaid support. The organizer has more responsibilities, experience requirements, and a structured role within the campaign.

What is a political field organizer?

Political Field Organizers are professionals who coordinate and implement grassroots campaigns to support political candidates, causes, or organizations. They recruit, train, and manage volunteers, organize events, canvass neighborhoods, and help register voters. Their work involves direct outreach to communities to increase awareness and engagement in political processes. Field Organizers play a key role in building support, gathering information from the field, and ensuring effective communication between campaign leadership and the public.

What are some common challenges a political field organizer faces when coordinating volunteers and canvassing efforts?

Political Field Organizers often encounter challenges such as maintaining volunteer motivation, managing logistics across multiple neighborhoods, and adapting to rapidly changing campaign priorities. Successfully organizing canvassing efforts requires strong communication and the ability to troubleshoot on the fly, especially when schedules shift or turnout is lower than expected. Building rapport with volunteers and ensuring everyone feels valued are key strategies to overcome these obstacles, and collaboration with other organizers or campaign staff is essential for solving problems efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a political field organizer?

To thrive as a Political Field Organizer, you need strong organizational skills, grassroots outreach experience, and a background in political science or related fields. Familiarity with voter database tools like VAN, canvassing apps, and CRM systems is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal communication, adaptability, and leadership abilities set top organizers apart. These skills are essential for effectively mobilizing supporters, managing volunteers, and achieving campaign goals in dynamic, high-pressure environments.
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Infographic showing various Political Field Organizer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,626 per year, or $27.2 per hour.

democracyFIRST Field Organizer (FT) - NV

Progressive Turnout Project

Minden, NV • On-site

$25 - $31.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 22 hours ago

Job description

Position Title: democracyFIRST Field Organizer - NV
Location: On-site in campaign offices - Minden
Rate: $25 - $31.25/hour
Start Date: July 13, 2026
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 Nevada in the fall 2026 cycle. As a full-time 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: Minden. Applicants should indicate their preferred location when submitted the application form.
Position is a full-time role, and requires reliable access to transportation, with availability to work weekends and evenings during initial phases. Weekend and evening hours will be required during GOTV. This position is eligible for benefits, including employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays.
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.

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