Regional Field Director

Hard Knocks Strategies, LLC is seeking motivated and qualified individuals to fill the role of Regional Field Director (RFD). The Regional Field Director will assist in leading voter mobilization programs in support of progressive candidates and issues in Florida.

Hard Knocks Strategies, LLC is a Statewide Political and Public Affairs consulting firm that specializes in direct voter contact on behalf of progressive candidates and causes.

Regional Field Directors (RFDs) serve a vital leadership role within the program and are responsible for regional management of canvass teams. Applicants for the position must possess strong organizational, communication and leadership skills as well as the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. They must be willing to be a part of the change the which to see in the state of Florida. All applicants must possess reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license. The willingness to work extended hours and weekends is also required. Prior Regional Field Director or Field Organizer experience is strongly preferred.

Regional Field Director (RFD) Responsibilities

Recruitment, Hiring and Training

• Assisting the Field organizers in all canvasser recruitment activities and ensuring that recruitment goals are achieved throughout the duration of the program
• Implementing, under the supervision of the Field Director, the complete vetting, interviewing and hiring of all successful applicants
• Ensuring the successful training and orientation of all canvassers

Canvasser Management

• Providing canvass teams with the positive leadership culture, resources, guidance and technical support required to succeed during each phase of the program while ensuring compliance with all policies and best practices
• Ensuring that all canvasses are launched and completed in a timely, orderly fashion
• Promoting the continued development of canvass teams in their day-to-day duties and responsibilities over the course of the program

Accountability

• Communicating all pertinent on-the-ground information to, and providing timely response to requests from, the canvassers under your direction
• Ensuring that canvass teams properly perform their roles and maintain accurate and reliable data
• Providing the Field Director with daily quantitative and qualitative reports as part of an ongoing evaluation of the program’s success

Desired Skills and Experience

Experience

• A minimum of 1 year field experience.
• Proficiency with VAN, Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs.
• Previous payroll experience is a plus.

Skills

• A strong commitment to progressive values, including diversity, equality for all and economic justice.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• An understanding and appreciation of the urgent nature and time demands of campaigns.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Experience:

• Field Leadeship: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)