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The Ciresi for Senate campaign is seeking full-time field organizers to assist in voter and delegate organizing for the 2008 Senate campaign. Ciresi for Senate is building a team of dedicated, enthusiastic field organizers for this important race. The field organizers will be the primary representative of Ciresi for Senate in their region. She/he will be responsible for day-to-day outreach to voters/delegates in their area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a campaign at the beginning and be a part of it all.

Duties include, but not limited to:
-conducting outreach to delegates and voters
-recruiting and managing a core group of volunteers
-organizing phone banks and canvasses
-providing support to campaign manager and candidate while in their region
-assisting in selection of sites and turnout for events
-developing and maintaining relationships with key delegates and groups within the region
-advising management on how to localize the statewide plan to fit their community
-additional administrative tasks as necessary

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer proficiency is required. Candidates should have one year of experience in grassroots organizing, previous experience in electoral campaigns and in Minnesota is preferred. Experience in volunteer recruitment and management is required. A four year degree is preferred. You must have access to reliable transportation. If you have a passion for organizing and want to get in on the ground level, this is your opportunity!

Please send resume and 2 references, including email and phone numbers to Kerry Greeley at kerry@ciresiforsenate.com

Organizers will be based throughout the state. If you have experience in a particular area of MN, please note that.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Ciresi for Senate is an equal opportunity employer.

Candidates must be willing to travel extensively and have their own transportation. Candidates must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates need not be immediately available.