Memphis Artist for Change : Canvass Supervisor

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Reports To: Organizing Director

Supervises: Canvassers

Employment Status: Part-Time / Seasonal / Contract

Duration of Program: August 19, 2026 to November 11, 2026

Pay: $25.44/hrly

Position Summary

The Canvass Supervisor provides strategic leadership for Memphis Artists for Change's field canvassing program. This position oversees multiple canvassing teams, ensuring high-quality voter and community engagement while meeting organizational goals for conversations, surveys, volunteer recruitment, leadership identification, and campaign actions.

The Canvass Supervisor is responsible for hiring, training, coaching, scheduling, quality assurance, data management, and performance accountability. This role spends time both in the office planning operations and in the field supporting teams.

Essential Responsibilities

Program Leadership

• Oversee daily operations of all canvassing activities.

• Develop weekly and monthly field plans that align with campaign goals.

• Establish daily goals for conversations, surveys, volunteer recruitment, and leadership identification.

• Ensure canvassing operations reflect MAC's organizing values and community-centered approach.

Staff Supervision

• Directly supervise Canvassers

• Interview, hire, and onboard canvassing staff.

• Conduct regular coaching sessions and performance evaluations.

• Develop improvement plans when necessary.

• Foster a positive, accountable team culture.

Training & Development

• Co- Design and Co - facilitate canvasser training.

• Train staff in:

• Community organizing

• Active listening

• De-escalation

• Data collection

• Survey administration

• Storytelling

• Safety protocols

• Leadership development

Field Operations

• Approve turf assignments and daily routes.

• Conduct field visits to observe and coach teams.

• Ensure proper materials, technology, and logistics are available.

• Monitor quality of conversations and adherence to scripts.

Data & Reporting

• Monitor daily field metrics.

• Review canvassing data for quality and completeness.

• Prepare weekly reports for campaign leadership.

• Analyze trends and recommend strategy improvements.

Community Representation

• Represent MAC professionally within neighborhoods.

• Build relationships with community leaders and partners.

• Address concerns raised by residents.

• Ensure canvassing reflects respect, dignity, and cultural competence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent experience)

• 3–5 years of canvassing, organizing, outreach, or campaign experience

• Minimum 2 years supervising staff

• Experience using voter files or CRM systems preferred

• Strong leadership and coaching ability

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities

• Commitment to racial justice and community organizing

Required Skills

• Leadership

• Staff coaching

• Team development

• Strategic planning

• Conflict resolution

• Public speaking

• Data analysis

• Time management

• Problem solving

• Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

• CRM or canvassing software

• VAN

Physical Requirements

• Walk several miles daily

• Stand for extended periods

• Work outdoors in varying weather

• Lift up to 30 pounds

• Evening and weekend availability

Performance Indicators

• Overall campaign goals achieved

• Team retention

• Canvass quality scores

• Number of conversations completed

• Leadership identified

• Volunteer recruitment

• Data accuracy

• Staff development

• Community satisfaction

• Timely reporting