About Revolution Field Strategies
Revolution Field Strategies (RFS) is a full-service strategic planning, organizing, and grassroots mobilization firm that leads successful canvassing, voter registration, relational organizing, and signature gathering programs throughout the country. We are a people-first company with a mission to provide high-quality, cost-efficient, and innovative programs to our clients and partners.
Position Title: Shipping Associate
Reporting Structure: Reports to the Regional Shipping Lead
Rate of Pay: The salary range for this position is $48,000-$66,000, depending on experience and skill sets.
Job Classification: Full Time, non-exempt
Schedule: Full time, 50+ hours per week during peak times in the summer and fall and may include evenings and weekends.
Location: Pittsburgh, PA or Atlanta, GA
Position Summary
Revolution Field Strategies (RFS) is seeking talented, driven individuals for the role of Shipping Associate, who will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and timely distribution of materials essential for canvassing operations.
Shipping Associates will report directly to the Regional Shipping Lead. This role is in-person. Salaries for this position range from $48,000 to $66,000 based on experience and skillset.
Key Responsibilities
- Gather, inspect, and organize materials required for canvassing, including literature, pens, and any other relevant collateral.
- Carefully package materials according to specified guidelines, ensuring items are securely wrapped and labeled for easy identification and handling during transit.
- Coordinate with shipping carriers to arrange pickups and deliveries of canvasser materials, ensuring adherence to delivery schedules and optimizing cost-effectiveness.
- Maintain accurate inventory records of canvassing materials, monitoring stock levels, and initiating replenishment orders as needed to prevent shortages.
- Conduct quality checks on outgoing shipments to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with organizational standards.
Qualifications
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications, including inventory management software and Google Suite.
- Commitment to upholding quality standards and ensuring the timely delivery of materials to support canvassing initiatives.
Plus Qualifications
- Proven experience in shipping, warehouse operations, or a related field, with specific experience in handling bulk materials advantageous.
- Familiarity with shipping regulations and best practices, particularly as they pertain to the transportation of promotional materials.
Essential Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects, as well as operate material handling equipment safely.
- The position requires the ability to attend occasional in-person events throughout the year which may encompass all or part of the work day.
- This position requires vision/hearing abilities.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
RFS is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, racial and social justice. BIPOC candidates, and people from all communities and backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. If you are enthusiastic about this role and uncertain whether your past experience aligns with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles!
Our hiring processes and our work culture offer support and flexibility for staff with a variety of needs. Should you experience an accessibility barrier in the application and interview process with RFS, please let us know by contacting hr@revolutionfield.com
To learn more about RFS’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), please view our full statement here.
Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Statement
RFS is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We welcome applicants from any educational background, race, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, immigration status, citizenship status, national origin or ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, criminal record, mental or physical disability or disorder, HIV antibody status, parental or familial status, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
RFS welcomes applications from those with a criminal record. Any information provided regarding criminal history for the purposes of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) will have no impact on employment eligibility. RFS will consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories and/or convictions, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,000.00 - $66,000.00 per year
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person