Working Partnerships USA
Civic Engagement Program Team Lead
Working Partnerships USA, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Working Partnerships USA Civic Engagement Program Team Lead San Jose, CA·Full time Apply for Civic Engagement Program Team Lead
This Fall, Silicon Valley Rising Action (SVRA) is focusing on building our local power and working towards engaging and activating our voter base of We Are CA supporters. Our Civic Engagement program is the perfect opportunity to join a team that is going to help reshape the future of our state! With our Civic Engagement program we will be engaging and educating voters in preparation for the upcoming November election in San Jose and Santa Clara County, and encouraging voter participation during this critical moment for the future of our democracy and our County. About Working Partnerships USA
Working Partnerships USA is a community organization bringing together the power of grassroots organizing and public policy innovation to drive the movement for a just economy. Based in Silicon Valley, we tackle the root causes of inequality and poverty by leading collaborative campaigns for family-sustaining jobs, stable and affordable housing, healthy communities, and a democracy where all our voices are heard. Description
The Team Lead will work with Silicon Valley Rising Action to coordinate and manage phone banking and door-to-door canvassing teams who will be listening to voters, educating them on the upcoming election, and inviting them to join our membership lists and connect with future opportunities for education and action in their districts
. DAILY ACTIVITIE This position will be a mix of working in the field and at the office (North San Jose) Train and supervise a team of 6-10 canvassers Develop a clear understanding of the issues we are engaging voters about Work with Organizing Lead to develop supporter engagement opportunities Reach daily and weekly benchmark goals for the number of voters contacted and supporters identified Ensure all data is submitted in a timely fashion and submit daily reports REQUIREMENTS Must be available from September 22, 2025 through November 4, 2025, and attend all mandatory trainings, with the potential for ongoing follow-up work throughout the fall Must have strong verbal communication skills as well as ability to connect with diverse people Must arrive on the correct date, time and location during designated time, including reliable transportation to get to our office. Must be able to read a street map, and feel confident talking to voters on the phone and going door to door Must have strong commitment to social and racial justice PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical requirements listed are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sit, bend, and reach with hands and arms. Lift approximately 20-25 lbs. on occasion. Stand and move throughout the office. Have consistent and reliable attendance. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Work under pressure with changing, ambiguous priorities. Communicate effectively and promptly to clients or employees of the organization. Climb stairs and steps. High level of manual dexterity to adeptly type and use computer equipment. Auditory and visual skills – Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Follow written and oral instructions and procedures PREFERRED Prior experience as a supervisor A driver’s license, proof of insurance, and access to a car is strongly preferred. Reliable transportation is required. SCHEDULE, WAGES, LOCATION This is a temporary, full-time, non-exempt position. This position ends November 7th. $33/hour wage Team Members who use a personal vehicle for the position will be reimbursed for mileage according to the federal mileage reimbursement rate. Options for transit reimbursement may be available. Our office is located at 2302 Zanker Road, San Jose Working Partnerships USA strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ, and all qualified persons to apply for this position. We believe that these communities must be centered in the work we do. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
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This Fall, Silicon Valley Rising Action (SVRA) is focusing on building our local power and working towards engaging and activating our voter base of We Are CA supporters. Our Civic Engagement program is the perfect opportunity to join a team that is going to help reshape the future of our state! With our Civic Engagement program we will be engaging and educating voters in preparation for the upcoming November election in San Jose and Santa Clara County, and encouraging voter participation during this critical moment for the future of our democracy and our County. About Working Partnerships USA
Working Partnerships USA is a community organization bringing together the power of grassroots organizing and public policy innovation to drive the movement for a just economy. Based in Silicon Valley, we tackle the root causes of inequality and poverty by leading collaborative campaigns for family-sustaining jobs, stable and affordable housing, healthy communities, and a democracy where all our voices are heard. Description
The Team Lead will work with Silicon Valley Rising Action to coordinate and manage phone banking and door-to-door canvassing teams who will be listening to voters, educating them on the upcoming election, and inviting them to join our membership lists and connect with future opportunities for education and action in their districts
. DAILY ACTIVITIE This position will be a mix of working in the field and at the office (North San Jose) Train and supervise a team of 6-10 canvassers Develop a clear understanding of the issues we are engaging voters about Work with Organizing Lead to develop supporter engagement opportunities Reach daily and weekly benchmark goals for the number of voters contacted and supporters identified Ensure all data is submitted in a timely fashion and submit daily reports REQUIREMENTS Must be available from September 22, 2025 through November 4, 2025, and attend all mandatory trainings, with the potential for ongoing follow-up work throughout the fall Must have strong verbal communication skills as well as ability to connect with diverse people Must arrive on the correct date, time and location during designated time, including reliable transportation to get to our office. Must be able to read a street map, and feel confident talking to voters on the phone and going door to door Must have strong commitment to social and racial justice PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical requirements listed are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sit, bend, and reach with hands and arms. Lift approximately 20-25 lbs. on occasion. Stand and move throughout the office. Have consistent and reliable attendance. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Work under pressure with changing, ambiguous priorities. Communicate effectively and promptly to clients or employees of the organization. Climb stairs and steps. High level of manual dexterity to adeptly type and use computer equipment. Auditory and visual skills – Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Follow written and oral instructions and procedures PREFERRED Prior experience as a supervisor A driver’s license, proof of insurance, and access to a car is strongly preferred. Reliable transportation is required. SCHEDULE, WAGES, LOCATION This is a temporary, full-time, non-exempt position. This position ends November 7th. $33/hour wage Team Members who use a personal vehicle for the position will be reimbursed for mileage according to the federal mileage reimbursement rate. Options for transit reimbursement may be available. Our office is located at 2302 Zanker Road, San Jose Working Partnerships USA strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ, and all qualified persons to apply for this position. We believe that these communities must be centered in the work we do. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
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