Volunteer Coordinator

We're hiring a Volunteer Coordinator to recruit, train, and support volunteers engaging in deep canvassing across rural Ohio. This is not traditional canvassing; deep canvassing is an emotional, story-based form of engagement that requires trust-building, active listening, and meaningful dialogue. Volunteers will be supporting both utility-scale solar and voter contact work.

The Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for building and sustaining a statewide team of volunteer canvassers, with a focus on rural communities, and making sure they're trained, supported, and ready to have conversations that shift hearts and minds.

Key Responsibilities

Recruit, onboard, and manage a statewide team of volunteer deep canvassers

Lead in-person and virtual deep canvassing trainings, including role-plays and story-sharing

Plan and execute canvass launches, debriefs, and volunteer gatherings

Maintain communication and ongoing support with volunteers to keep them engaged and active

Track volunteer participation and canvassing outcomes

Coordinate closely with OCA's Rural Projects Coordinator and campaign team to integrate volunteer canvassing with campaign goals

Travel regularly to support canvassing and organizing efforts, primarily in rural counties

Help build public support for utility-scale solar and increase voter engagement in targeted areas

Remote position, but it includes regular travel throughout Ohio to lead volunteer training,

canvassing events, and community meetings. Qualifications

Must live in Ohio and have a valid driver's license and reliable access to a car

Previous experience coordinating volunteers in an organizing or campaign setting

Must have experience with deep canvassing, either as a canvasser or trainer

Strong communication skills and comfort working with people from all backgrounds

Experience leading trainings, managing groups, and working independently

Comfortable working remotely while staying organized and responsive

Willing and able to travel frequently within the state, sometimes with overnight stays

Demonstrated successful interpersonal skills

Problem-solving ability and attention to detail Compensation and Benefits

$35,000-$45,000 annual salary, depending on experience

Monthly work-from-home stipend

Mileage reimbursement for all work-related travel

Medical, Dental, Vision and other ancillary benefit options available.