Community Organizer

Clean Water Action; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

Travel opportunities

Growth potential

Job summary

Clean Water Action in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking part-time grassroots organizers for our canvass team. You will engage members through personal conversations, share updates on campaigns, and help mobilize actions such as petitions and phone calls to lawmakers.

Role is in-person, 5:30 pm–9:30 pm, 3–5 weekdays, with compensation at $18 per hour and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401k. Travel opportunities and long-term growth within the organization are possible.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping.
• Cultural competence and commitment to equity.
• Interest in non-profit, policy or campaign work.

Responsibilities

• One-on-one communication with members.
• Collect calls-to-actions addressed to lawmakers (petitions, calls).
• Fundraising and dispersing information to supporters.
• Accurate record keeping and follow-up activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Cultural competence

Equity commitment

Non-profit/campaign interest

People connection

Job description

Clean Water Action is a non-profit focusing on campaigns related to water quality, holding polluters and politicians 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 unanimously passing a state house bill to ban toxic PFAS chemicals from firefighting foam and regulating AI data centers.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

Clean Water Action worked hard during the midterm season to get environmental champions elected into office and it paid off!For the first time in over 30 years, we will have a democratic trifecta in Pennsylvania next year. Join our canvass team to build on that momentum and work to pass laws that protect our drinking water for ALL of us!

Clean Water Action is hiringgrassroots organizers in Pittsburgh, PA to join our phone canvass team. We are currently fighting to safeguard communities from AI data centers, ban PFAS from household products, and uplift environmental justice communities.

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

• Location: This is an in-person position in Pittsburgh, PA.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

• Position: Part-time (3 to 5 weekdays)
• Hours: 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm
• Compensation: $18 an hour; bonus opportunities
• Benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k, opportunities for travel, and potential for long-term growth within the organization

Qualifications

We seek candidates with strong 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 hands on training on the job responsibilities and the issues we cover.

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.