Climate Organizing Lead — Minnesota Grassroots Campaigns

Sierra Club Minnesota; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory, Saint Cloud (MN, MN); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

3 weeks paid vacation

Job summary

Sierra Club Minnesota is seeking an experienced Organizing Representative to recruit and mobilize volunteers, build grassroots networks, and lead campaigns across Minnesota. The role involves developing strategies, coordinating staff and volunteers, and engaging diverse communities to advance conservation goals.

The position is geo-flex in the Twin Cities or St. Cloud area, union-represented, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including 401(k) and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in grassroots organizing, training volunteers, coalition building and lobbying.
• Strong written and oral communication; public speaking ability.
• Deep knowledge of environmental issues relevant to campaigns.
• Experience with legislative or administrative processes.
• Ability to work with volunteers and build leadership across campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Develops organizing strategy and marshals resources across staff and volunteers.
• Coordinates actions and implements the organizing plan; recruits volunteers and builds partnerships.
• Engages communities to develop grassroots power and leadership at local, state, and national levels.
• Develops engagement strategies including online and in-person networks for Sierra Club campaigns.
• Cultivates relationships with public officials and coalitions to influence policy and visibility.

Skills

Grassroots organizing

Volunteer training

Coalition building

Lobbying

Public speaking

Written communication

Oral communication

Environmental policy knowledge

Travel readiness

Job description

Sierra Club Minnesota is seeking an experienced Organizing Representative to recruit and mobilize volunteers, build grassroots networks, and lead campaigns across Minnesota. The role involves developing strategies, coordinating staff and volunteers, and engaging diverse communities to advance conservation goals.

The position is geo-flex in the Twin Cities or St. Cloud area, union-represented, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including 401(k) and paid vacation.