Ohio Citizen Action
We're hiring a Volunteer Coordinator to recruit, train, and support volunteers engaging in deep canvassing across rural Ohio. This is not traditional canvassing; deep canvassing is an emotional, story-based form of engagement that requires trust-building, active listening, and meaningful dialogue. Volunteers will be supporting both utility-scale solar and voter contact work.
The Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for building and sustaining a statewide team of volunteer canvassers, with a focus on rural communities, and making sure they're trained, supported, and ready to have conversations that shift hearts and minds.
Key Responsibilities
Recruit, onboard, and manage a statewide team of volunteer deep canvassers Lead in-person and virtual deep canvassing trainings, including role-plays and story-sharing Plan and execute canvass launches, debriefs, and volunteer gatherings Maintain communication and ongoing support with volunteers to keep them engaged and active Track volunteer participation and canvassing outcomes Coordinate closely with OCA's Rural Projects Coordinator and campaign team to integrate volunteer canvassing with campaign goals Travel regularly to support canvassing and organizing efforts, primarily in rural counties Help build public support for utility-scale solar and increase voter engagement in targeted areas Remote position, but it includes regular travel throughout Ohio to lead volunteer training, canvassing events, and community meetings. Qualifications
Must live in Ohio and have a valid driver's license and reliable access to a car Previous experience coordinating volunteers in an organizing or campaign setting Must have experience with deep canvassing, either as a canvasser or trainer Strong communication skills and comfort working with people from all backgrounds Experience leading trainings, managing groups, and working independently Comfortable working remotely while staying organized and responsive Willing and able to travel frequently within the state, sometimes with overnight stays Demonstrated successful interpersonal skills Problem-solving ability and attention to detail Compensation and Benefits
$35,000-$45,000 annual salary, depending on experience Monthly work-from-home stipend Mileage reimbursement for all work-related travel Medical, Dental, Vision and other ancillary benefit options available.
The Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for building and sustaining a statewide team of volunteer canvassers, with a focus on rural communities, and making sure they're trained, supported, and ready to have conversations that shift hearts and minds.
Key Responsibilities
Recruit, onboard, and manage a statewide team of volunteer deep canvassers Lead in-person and virtual deep canvassing trainings, including role-plays and story-sharing Plan and execute canvass launches, debriefs, and volunteer gatherings Maintain communication and ongoing support with volunteers to keep them engaged and active Track volunteer participation and canvassing outcomes Coordinate closely with OCA's Rural Projects Coordinator and campaign team to integrate volunteer canvassing with campaign goals Travel regularly to support canvassing and organizing efforts, primarily in rural counties Help build public support for utility-scale solar and increase voter engagement in targeted areas Remote position, but it includes regular travel throughout Ohio to lead volunteer training, canvassing events, and community meetings. Qualifications
Must live in Ohio and have a valid driver's license and reliable access to a car Previous experience coordinating volunteers in an organizing or campaign setting Must have experience with deep canvassing, either as a canvasser or trainer Strong communication skills and comfort working with people from all backgrounds Experience leading trainings, managing groups, and working independently Comfortable working remotely while staying organized and responsive Willing and able to travel frequently within the state, sometimes with overnight stays Demonstrated successful interpersonal skills Problem-solving ability and attention to detail Compensation and Benefits
$35,000-$45,000 annual salary, depending on experience Monthly work-from-home stipend Mileage reimbursement for all work-related travel Medical, Dental, Vision and other ancillary benefit options available.