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Clean Water Action

LongTerm Grassroots Organizer Environmental and Public Health Advocacy

Clean Water Action, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117

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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 canvass 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, phone calls, 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: 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

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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. **

Compensation: $21-$21