Canvasser

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Job Title: Canvasser Classifications: Non‐Exempt, Hourly Eligible for Overtime as Approved and Bonus as Applicable, Regular, Full‐Time, or Part‐Time. Full‐Time employees eligible for benefits Purpose: Canvass door-to-door predetermined residential areas and give information and collect donations for Public Media. Accurately collect demographic and specific information from the conversations as directed. Meet all specific minimum standards of fundraising, knocks, conversations, and any other deliverables. This job description does not change the at-will nature of your employment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Arrive on time and work all scheduled shifts, as indicated on a timely-returned shift calendar.
• Learn and adequately deliver approved scripted language in each conversation.
• Walk door-to-door attempting conversation with all listed addresses, for full canvass shifts other than approved breaks. Canvass the area assigned to you each day, and do not change canvass locations unless given approval from a Director.
• Canvass for 5 hours and knock on at least 80 doors per shift; drop literature at every door.
• Average no less than quota per shift worked in any given canvass week.
• Have 30 – 40 conversations, acquire 3 – 5 donations, and have at least one sustainer per shift.
• Achieve the minimum target rates for data collection: 70% phone numbers & emails; 90% demographics; less than 5% anonymous contribution.
• Be respectful and courteous to every person you interact with during each shift, in a manner that will give Donor Development Strategies. LLC (DDS) and the client a positive representation in all public setting. Unprofessional comments and actions will not be tolerated.
• Record complete and accurate contact information and demographic data for every donor.
• Use the Mobile Canvasser app on your assigned tablet to record non‐pledge data at each door.
• Safely deliver all cash and checks you receive to your Field Manager or DDS Canvass Director.
• Carry and leave at each incomplete door literature with client information.
• Follow CRS Management Group, LLC (CRS) Dress Code at all times.
• Clock-in at the beginning of each shift, and clock-out at the end of each shift on the office tablet.
• Possibly attend occasional remote canvass trips, which will require overnight travel.
• Adhere to all Company safety policies, as well as state and federal laws.
• All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate with the public clearly, professionally, and enthusiastically.
• Ability to adequately operate a Kindle touchscreen tablet or similar technology.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in the face of rejection.
• Knowledge of public policy, non‐profit fundraising, or the legislative process preferred.
• Bi‐Lingual is a Plus!

Environment and Physical Demands:

• 20% Office; 80% Outdoors
• Walk outside for up to 6 hours per shift, and up to 4‐5 miles per day.
• Lift and carry up to 10 pounds.
• Work outside year‐round and/or in inclement weather conditions.
• Travel long distances or overnight if requested.
• Some Saturday shifts may be required, workday includes evenings (1pm-apx.9pm)
• Driving or riding in car to and from office to neighborhoods to be canvassed.