Lead Canvasser, Bexar County (Internal)

Lead Canvasser
Role Description

Posting Date: Aug 27, 2026
Application Deadline: Monday, August 31, 2026

Contact Email: [email protected]

Reports to: Electoral Manager

About Us

Mobilize. Organize. Vote. Empower. MOVE Texas was founded in 2013 by a small group of dedicated students at The University of Texas at San Antonio to increase participation in local elections (MOVE UTSA). Since then MOVE Texas has gone statewide to become one of the most effective voter registration and civic engagement groups for young people in the state. Our vision is to build the political power of young people to transform democracy in Texas and beyond. We are building the next generation of Texas leadership by teaching critical organizing skills to take them from voters to effective, lifelong organizers. Our theory of change is simple: develop new leaders, educate voters and create space for the changes we need to make so that our state can be a place where all Texans can thrive. 

Position Description

Our team is seeking a Lead Canvasser to provide field leadership and operational support for our 2026 Midterm Election program. The Lead Canvasser serves as an experienced member of the canvassing team who model strong field practices while helping coordinate daily operations, support fellow canvassers, and ensure field activities run smoothly.

Campaign Details:  Bexar County Midterm Election 

The 2026 Midterm Election presents a critical opportunity for young Texans to shape the future of their communities. The Lead canvasser assigned to Bexar County will support MOVE Texas' voter registration, voter education, and get-out-the-vote efforts focused on increasing participation among young voters throughout the county.

Region Served: Bexar County

Campaign Duration: Aug. 3, 2026 – November 6, 2026

Timeline

• August 27- August 31 - Application period


• September 1  - Start date, including onboarding and training


• Friday, Nov. 6 - Last day

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Field Operations Support
  
  
  
  • Execute assigned field plans and campaign strategies by coordinating daily field operations. This includes maintaining trackers and calendars, planning documents, managing supplies and other operational resources to support efficient campaign execution.
  
  
  • Assist with developing weekly field schedules based on campaign priorities, staffing needs, and community opportunities.
  
  
  • Maintain accurate records of voter interactions, voter registration forms, pledge cards, and daily reporting. 
  
  
  • Promote a culture of accountability for voter registration procedures, canvassing scripts, data quality standards, and campaign expectations.
  
  
  • Resolve minor field issues independently and escalate more significant concerns when appropriate.
  
  
  
  


• Team Leadership 
  
  
  
  • Serve as the on-the-ground field lead to maintain an organized, responsive, and effective field team while continuing to meet their own voter contact goals.
  
  
  • Onboard and coach new canvassers.
  
  
  • Attend regular team meetings, trainings, and campaign check-ins.
  
  
  • Monitor attendance and communicate absences, delays, or concerns.
  
  
  
  


• Training & Coaching
  
  
  
  • Work alongside canvassers and serve as a model for effective voter engagement, professionalism, and campaign messaging.
  
  
  • Conduct mid-shift check-ins, shadow shifts, and field observations to answer questions and reinforce best practices. 
  
  
  • Foster a culture of celebration, teamwork, and joy. 
  
  
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply skills and knowledge to competently perform assigned duties while supporting overall campaign success.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be a current MOVE Texas canvasser.


• Demonstrated ability to consistently meet or exceed performance goals.


• Strong organizational and time management skills.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and to adapt to changing campaign priorities.


• Ability to coach, mentor, and support fellow team members.


• Comfortable taking initiative and working independently while collaborating as part of a team.


• Positive, solution-oriented attitude 


• Spanish speaking skills are a plus!

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Regularly walks, stands, and moves equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.


• Regularly works in outdoor weather conditions. 


• Regularly travels throughout the community and between multiple locations to access events, meetings, or to perform other assigned job duties in a single shift.


• Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete work independently, make timely decisions, communicate effectively with coworkers and community members, and perform duties in environments with competing priorities and time-sensitive deadlines.

Compensation

This is a temporary, in-person, non-exempt, hourly position at $24.00 per hour, 25 - 30 hours per week. Typical work schedules will include afternoons, evenings, and weekends based on campaign needs. Lead canvassers are eligible for accrued time off and biweekly travel stipend for $150.00. Work locations vary throughout the county. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

MOVE Texas Action Fund 501(c)4 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.