Job Description

Are you looking for a meaningful job where YOU directly impact social change?

Clean Water Action is currently looking to hire a core team of motivated individuals with a passion for progressive social change to fill Community Outreach and Canvassing positions. This role involves organizing efforts surrounding Clean Water, Environmental Justice, Waste Reduction, and Community Health in Western Massachusetts and Connecticut communities.

For over 50 years Clean Water Action has succeeded in winning some of the nation's most important environmental protections through grassroots organizing, expert policy research and political advocacy focused on holding elected officials accountable to the public. As part of our staff, you would organize communities around these vital issues. Responsibilities include one-on-one communication, education, fundraising, generation of letters to lawmakers, and good record keeping. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of creating a cleaner, healthier future for all!

The fall hours for the work are from 2 pm to 9 pm Monday through Friday. We are currently interviewing for part/full time positions starting immediately. We provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance ,opportunities for travel within New England and throughout the US; and the potential for long term growth within the organization.

This is an in-person position. Proof of vaccination will be required for applicants. All staff are required to wear masks while together in company vehicles; KN95 masks are provided. All staff members must have a valid US work authorization.

We are committed to reflecting the communities we work in and BIPOC, LGBTIQIA+ folks, and women are strongly encouraged to apply.

• As an equal opportunity employer, Clean Water Action is dedicated to non-discrimination in every aspect of employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or any other ground prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. This equal opportunity policy applies to veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. This policy covers all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, terminations, pay, and the work environment. *

Qualifications

We look for candidates who have strong oral and written communication skills, and who possess good attention to detail. Candidates must possess cultural competence and a commitment to racial justice and equity, and should have an interest in non-profit or campaign work, policy, or politics. Multilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply. We do provide extensive training on the job responsibilities and on the issues we cover. If you're ready to make a difference in the environmental sector while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, apply now and become a part of our team!

Additional Information

https://cleanwater.org/Application-Field-Organizer

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.