Civic Nebraska

Are you passionate about voting and encouraging others to make their voice heard? The Civic Nebraska Voting Rights team is leading a Get Out The Vote initiative for the 2026 General Elections and we need folks who are serious about voter engagement on our team! The nonpartisan GOTV program motivates voters to participate in elections, provides voter education on election processes, and reaffirms voters’ confidence in our election systems.

Under the direct supervision of our Data and Organizing Specialist, canvassers will be responsible for carrying out a robust voter education campaign for Get Out the Vote efforts for the 2026 General Elections in Lincoln and Omaha. Canvassing positions will begin September 2026 – November 2026. 

As a canvasser you’ll get to

• Canvas via door to door and at community events such as community markets 
• Ensure quality voter education through the use of scripts, data review, and frequent check-in meetings
• Provide voter registration forms when appropriate with training provided
• Represent Civic Nebraska at a high-quality level of spoken and written communications

This position might be for you if you are

• Experienced in canvassing or other interaction-based work 
• Well-organized, attentive to detail, and able to follow verbal instructions
• Collaborative and able to work with a team to achieve goals
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply, but additional language skills not required

Compensation & Hours:

Canvassers will work 15 to 20 hours a week, earning $25/hour. This is a non-exempt, temporary, part-time position. This position runs from September through the second week of November 2026.

To Apply:

Send a brief cover letter detailing why you are interested in this position and resume to Grace Laflen at grace.laflen@civicnebraska.org.

Civic Nebraska is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, and those from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Civic Nebraska does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic background, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.