Field Canvasser Job

Employer Name: Iowa Democratic Party	SpiderID: 2184260
Location: Des Moines, Iowa	Date Posted: 4/9/2008
Wage:	Category: General Labor
Job Code:
Number Of Openings: 10

Job Description:
The Iowa Democratic Party is accepting applications for the part-time paid position of Canvasser. The Canvasser job description should include the following staff functions and is a temporary position from June 1 – August 15.

• Contacting registered voters by canvassing door-to-door in assigned regions of Iowa.
• Recruiting volunteers in assigned counties
• Assisting in campaign activities as assigned

The Iowa Democratic Party is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The Iowa Democratic Party is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information or to apply contact Jeff Perry, Polk County Field Director at the Iowa Democratic Party at (515)244-7292. You may also email your resume to jperry@iowademocrats.org.

Job Requirements:
Application Requirements

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills required
• Computer skills required
• Extensive travel within Iowa is required
• U.S. citizenship desirable
• Active voting status desirable
• Reliable transportation required

Job Criteria:
Start Date: 06/01/2008
Position Type: Part-Time Temporary
Years of Experience Required: Entry-Level
Education Required: None
Overnight Travel: None
Vacation Time: No Paid Vacation

Job Benefits:
Casual Dress

Company Profile:
Offical branch of the Democratic Party for the state of Iowa

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Jeff Perry	Company Type: Employer
Company: Iowa Democratic Party

City: Des Moines
State: Iowa
Zip: 50321

Web Site: http://iowademocrats.org