Deputy Field Organizer

Schenectady, NY

Seasonal

Entry Level

Deputy Field Organizer – Voter Outreach
North Shore Strategies – Schenectady, NY

Pay: $25/hour
Classification: Temporary, Non-Exempt
Hours per Shift: 4–5 hours, seasonal/short-term assignments
Start Date / End Date: 09/08/2026 – 11/03/2026

North Shore Strategies is seeking Deputy Field Organizers to support Democratic campaign efforts throughout Schenectady, NY. This is a field-based position primarily responsible for door-to-door canvassing and direct conversations with voters.

Deputy Field Organizers will work alongside campaign and field leadership to carry out voter-contact programs, communicate campaign messages, identify supporters, collect voter feedback, and help campaigns meet daily organizing goals.

This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in political organizing and build toward future opportunities as Field Organizers, Regional Organizers, or campaign staff.

Primary Responsibilities

Conduct door-to-door canvassing and speak directly with voters
Communicate campaign messages clearly and persuasively
Identify supporters, undecided voters, and voter concerns
Record voter-contact data accurately using campaign technology
Meet assigned daily door-knocking and voter-contact goals
Participate in daily briefings, trainings, and debriefs
Support field leadership with grassroots organizing activities
Represent North Shore Strategies and our clients professionally in the community

Qualifications

Comfortable walking door-to-door and initiating conversations with voters
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Reliable, punctual, and able to work toward measurable goals
Able to canvass outdoors for extended periods and in varying weather
Available for a minimum of 3 shifts per week while the program is active
Interest in political campaigns, grassroots organizing, or Democratic politics
Prior canvassing, organizing, sales, customer service, or community engagement experience is a plus, but not required

About North Shore Strategies

North Shore Strategies is a New York-based political consulting firm with a national presence, providing campaign strategy, digital media production, targeted canvassing, direct mail, and grassroots organizing services. We work with campaigns, labor unions, and advocacy organizations ranging from local races to statewide and congressional campaigns.

Learn more at nsstrategy.com.

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