Posted August 13, 2026
Political Canvasser -- Must Have Reliable Vehicle
American Ballot Operations
Toledo, OH, US
Full Time
18USD - 25USD per hour
Job Description
Job Description
American Ballot Operations is hiring motivated Political Canvassers for paid, in-person field work across Northwest Ohio. This role supports voter-contact and civic-engagement programs by speaking with residents at their doors, sharing approved materials, and accurately recording outreach activity.
This is a flexible, hourly opportunity for dependable people who are comfortable working outdoors, communicating with the public, and representing a professional field operation.
What You’ll Do
- Canvass assigned neighborhoods and speak with voters at their homes
- Deliver campaign or civic-engagement materials and communicate approved messaging
- Collect and record outreach information using a smartphone app
- Travel independently to assigned turf and check in with a field supervisor
- Meet daily activity expectations while maintaining a professional, respectful attitude
Pay and Schedule
- $18–$25 per hour, based on experience and performance
- Flexible part-time schedules available; approximately 10–40 hours per week
- Paid training provided
- Mileage reimbursement may be available for approved work travel
- Opportunity to advance into team-lead and field-supervisor roles
Required Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle
- Must be able to reliably travel to assigned neighborhoods throughout the local area
- Must have a smartphone with an active data plan for reporting work activity
- Must be comfortable walking outdoors for extended periods, including in changing weather
- Must be reliable, punctual, professional, and comfortable speaking with people
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Preferred, but Not Required
- Prior political, campaign, door-to-door, sales, customer-service, or community-outreach experience
- Experience working independently and meeting daily performance goals
How to Apply
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