Long-Term Grassroots Organizer: Environmental and Public Health Advocacy Job at Clean Water Action, Philadelphia, PA

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  • Clean Water Action
  • Philadelphia, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Clean Water Action is a non-profit focusing on campaigns related to  water quality, holding polluters accountable, and environmental justice. With 100,000 members in Pennsylvania and over half a million members nationwide, Clean Water Action is at the forefront of grassroots efforts to protect our communities, public health, and the environment.  Our recent victories include passing the Philadelphia Plastic Bag Ban, winning the lawsuit against Trump's EPA in 2019, and launching the Resilient Community Stormwater Initiative!  By joining our team, you will work with passionate and purpose-driven people who share a common vision: harnessing the power of the people to make a difference.

Job Description

Are you passionate about the environment and looking to kick-start your career in the nonprofit sector? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in grassroots advocacy, community organizing, and public policy while making a real impact?

Clean Water Action is hiring full-time and part-time Grassroots Organizers in Philadelphia, PA to join our Field Canvass team. We are currently fighting to reverse the Supreme Court decision to weaken the Clean Water Act, ban PFAS from household products, and uplift Environmental Justice communities by holding known pollution facilities accountable.

As part of our team, you will organize communities around these vital issues through grassroots organizing . Responsibilities include one-on-one communication with community members, fundraising, collecting calls-to-actions addressed to lawmakers (e.g. petitions, signatures, and handwritten letters), dispersing information, and good record keeping.

  • Location: Philadelphia, PA
  • Position: Part-time (3 to 4 days); Full-time (5 days)
  • Hours: 2 pm to 9 pm
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday
  • Compensation: $21 an hour; bonus opportunities
  • Benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k, opportunities for travel, and potential for long-term growth within the organization
  • COVID-19 vaccination is highly encouraged for all applicants
Qualifications

We seek candidates with strong oral and written communication skills, strong attention to detail, cultural competence, and a commitment to racial justice and equity. Candidates should have an interest in non-profit or campaign work, policy, or politics. Ideal candidates enjoy connecting with people as part of their daily work and are motivated to make real change on these issues.

We provide extensive training on the job responsibilities and the issues we cover. If you are ready to make a difference in the environmental sector while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, apply now and join our team!

Additional Information

Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund values a diverse workplace. People of color and those from economically disadvantaged communities are particularly encouraged to apply. Clean Water Action is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. This policy covers all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, terminations, pay, and the work environment.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Monday to Friday,

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