Job Description

We are currently fighting to reverse a 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 staff, you will organize communities around these vital issues. Responsibilities include one-on-one communication, fundraising, dispersing information, collecting handwritten letters addressed to lawmakers, and educating supporters about voting.

• 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
• Benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k, opportunities for travel, and potential for long-term growth within the organization
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required 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.**

Clean Water Action is New Jersey's largest non-profit environmental organization. With over 150,000 individual members here in NJ, we are at the forefront of grassroots efforts to protect our state’s environment and public health. Clean Water Action works locally to sustain and improve environmental standards, preserve our invaluable natural resources and promote democratic processes in which the voice of the citizens determines the policy that affects our communities and quality of life.