Senate DFL: Canvasser (Moorhead and Hermantown)
Overview:
Position Title: Senate DFL: Canvasser (Moorhead and Hermantown)
Locations: Moorhead and Hermantown, MN
The Minnesota DFL Senate Caucus is hiring two full-time canvassers for the 2026 cycle to work with
candidates and incumbent legislators running for the Minnesota State Senate. Our team is looking for
high-energy, adaptable individuals with previous campaign experience who are ready to hit the ground
running. We need resourceful thinkers who are passionate about protecting and expanding our DFL
majority in the Senate.
Responsibilities:
● Performing direct voter outreach and participating in volunteer door knocks, phone banks, and other
outreach events.
● Working with candidates and campaigns to meet deadlines and achieve field goals.
● Maintaining relationships with all partner organizations on the ground in partnership with Senate
leadership.
● Establishing clear lines of communication between volunteer leaders, candidates, caucus
staff, and campaign field staff throughout the election cycle.
● Assisting campaigns and staff in meeting field objectives.
● Any other campaign-related tasks, as needed.
Qualifications:
● A commitment to electing DFLers to state government.
● An interest in developing relevant experience on political campaigns.
● Strong time-management skills and work ethic.
● Ability to canvass voters on the phone and knock on doors.
● Ability to exercise superb judgement and political savvy.
● Willingness to move to the district strongly preferred.
● Must possess a laptop and a valid driver’s license along with reliable access to a car.
● Senate DFL staff are expected to be team players with an outstanding work ethic.
Compensation: Salary is $4,500/month with a competitive benefits package that includes health and
dental insurance.
To apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume to Aidan at [email protected] with
subject line “Senate DFL Canvasser”.
The Minnesota Senate DFL is an equal-opportunity employer. The Senate DFL is committed to including groups historically underrepresented due to race/ethnicity, religion, age, gender-identity, sexual orientation, and/or disability. We strongly encourage members of underrepresented and marginalized communities to apply.