Community Organizer - Environmental Justice

Clean Water Action; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401k

Opportunities for travel within Michigan and throughout the US

Job summary

Clean Water Action in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is seeking individuals to organize communities against data center developments. This role involves communication, education, and volunteer recruitment, with a strong emphasis on environmental issues.

Candidates should possess strong communication skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to racial justice. This full-time, in-person position offers a starting pay of $20/hour with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Candidates must have good attention to detail.
• Cultural competence and commitment to racial justice and equity are required.

Responsibilities

• Organize communities around vital environmental issues.
• Conduct one-on-one communication and education.
• Recruit volunteers and keep good record keeping.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Cultural competence

Commitment to racial justice and equity

Interest in non-profit or campaign work

Enjoys connecting with people

Job description

Job Description

Right now, Michigan is experiencing a surge in proposed data center developments, despite the protests of local residents all across the state - who have good reason to be skeptical. Data centers consistently promise economic development opportunities that don’t materialize. While there are temporary job gains during construction, data centers have historically created only a few low wage jobs in the long term, while communities pay the price in higher energy bills and threats to water quality. A May 2026 poll found that 77% of Michigan residents support regulations requiring more transparency from data center projects. We need to pause this data center frenzy before more damage is done. That's why we're working to pass a moratorium on data center construction across the state.

As part of our staff, you would organize communities around these vital issues. Responsibilities include one-on‑one communication, education, fundraising, dispersing information, volunteer recruitment, and good record keeping. 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 motivated team!

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. Ideal candidates enjoy connecting with people as part of their daily work and are motivated to make real change on these issues. Multilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply. We do provide extensive training on the job responsibilities and on the issues we cover.

Additional Information

The hours for the work are from 2pm to 10:30pm, Monday through Friday. Pay is $20/hr. We are currently looking for candidates interested in full time, long term positions starting immediately. We provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and 401k; opportunities for travel within Michigan and throughout the US; and the potential for long term growth within the organization.

These are in person positions. All staff utilizing office are required to wear masks while together in indoor spaces. N95 or KN95 masks and sanitizer are provided.

EEO Statement

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

$20-$20