COPAL, Communities Organizing Latine Power and Action, is a member-based organization established in 2018 to improve the quality of life of Latine families. Grounded in the Principles of Jemez, COPAL is committed to continue building meaningful relationships that transcend both identity and geographical boundaries. COPAL envisions a Minnesota where everyone lives with dignity and respect.
Our greatest asset is the dedication and commitment of our board, staff, members, interns, and valued volunteers, partners, coalition members, and leaders of the Latine community. With a clear mission and vision of a better future for all, we can mobilize people to bring about transformation and lead social, political, and economic change.
$20.00 per hour
Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
COPAL sponsors a retirement plan with 6% employer contribution after 90 days of service and immediate vesting
Because COPAL is a member with Metropolitan Alliance of Connected Communities (MACC) who partners with St. Mary's University, COPAL employees and their spouses are also eligible for the following benefits at St. Mary's University:
Discounted tuition for Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate programs
Professional development opportunities
Access to advancement (internships, job placement, field practice)
This is a temporary, part-time position (35 hours per week) that requires availability on weekends and regular travel across various regions in Minnesota. This position is expected to run through November 4, 2026.
COPAL is hiring 10 Canvassers to engage in voter outreach and community engagement initiatives to build Latine power across Minnesota.
Conduct outreach in designated neighborhoods to educate residents about our programs and initiatives.
Build rapport and trust within the community to foster open dialogue and encourage participation.
Distribute informational materials and collect feedback from community members.
Make outgoing calls to community members to inform them about services, events, and advocacy initiatives.
Engage in meaningful conversations to answer questions and address concerns.
Record and maintain accurate data regarding outreach efforts and community responses.
Collaborate with team members or key stakeholders to identify key issues affecting the Latine Community.
Participate in training sessions to enhance your knowledge and effectiveness in outreach efforts.
Attend community events and meetings as needed to represent COPAL.
Gather and provide data to support the production of work.
Participate in fundraising as appropriate to the role, including site visits with funders and phone banking to increase membership/donor support.
At least one year of experience in organizing (community, politics, advocacy, community leadership, etc).
Previous experience in initiating conversations with community members about experiences, hopes, fears and challenges.
You are a rational leader with the ability to work with a broad team of staff and grassroots leaders, work well with others in a coalition setting, and motivate people with different viewpoints.
Previous experience in canvassing, phone banking, or community outreach is preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with political campaigns and a strong commitment to continuous learning.
The ability to work independently, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
Knowledge and experience with diverse groups of people of all socioeconomic conditions.
Demonstrated skills in conflict management.
Competency in MS Office: Word, Access, Publisher, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
A valid driver's license, access to reliable transportation, and the ability to meet COPAL's driving record requirements. Please note that if the license was not issued in the state of Minnesota, you have 60 days after becoming a Minnesota resident in which to apply for your Minnesota driver's license or permit.
Diversity and open expression are fundamental to the work of COPAL. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment where everyone can belong. Every member of our team enriches our work by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our sector: individuals who identify as BIPOC, Indigenous or people of culture, LGBTQI+ and gender fluid or gender nonconforming, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), veterans, people of any age or family status. We encourage you to apply even if you feel like you don't fit 100% of the technical requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, disability, age, marital status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, criminal history (justice-impacted status), housing or homelessness status, height, or weight.
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