Election Protection Canvasser

ROLE: Election Protection Canvasser
LOCATION: Texas, several positions (1 Dallas, 2 Houston, 1 Austin)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 1, 2026
AVAILABLE POSITIONS: 4
DETAILS: 20 hours a week from October 6, 2026 to November 3, 2026 at $25 an
hour / in person work

The Election Protection canvasser helps Workers Defense with strategic base building efforts,
community engagement efforts and or civic engagement efforts.

HOW TO APPLY:
Send resume and at least one professional reference to joslynn@workersdefense.org. Please
include the position title on the subject line of your email.

WHY WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT YOU:

• You are passionate about protecting and strengthening worker & immigrant rights in Texas!
• You have strong communication skills that allow you to build relationships and foster cooperation with a diverse array of community
• You are comfortable speaking with strangers at their door or at an event
• You are committed to Workers Defense’s identity as a membership-led organization.
• You are skilled at motivating and inspiring others to take action!

THE ROLE IN ACTION:

• Implement electoral programs that seek to ensure voters turn out to vote and are able to cast their ballots
• Attend and support organizational events
• Work to grow the base of members
• Track all data from the field efforts
• Complete administrative functions including evaluations, plans, timesheets, etc.
• Any other activities that are necessary to carry out the work of Workers Defense

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Fluent in English and Spanish
• Ability to work irregular hours (evenings and weekends)
• Excellent oral communication
• Basic computer literacy (PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Google Docs, slack & Internet)
• Ability to do in person work; going door to door canvassing, going to events, leading events or meetings at the office or other locations, conducting presentations or trainings at the office or other locations
• Ability to drive and operate a vehicle. Will need to transport themselves to meetings, field activities etc.
• Ability to hold one to one conversations with strangers

Workers Defense Project is a member-led organization that organizes Latine immigrant workers
in Texas to fight for dignity and respect.

Workers Defense Project is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any
other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.