Grassroots Environmental Campaign Organizer

Conservation Maven; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid sick time

Vacation time

Commuter benefit program

401(k) with employer match

Parental leave

Long term disability insurance

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Environment America is hiring Campaign Associates in Minneapolis, MN to work on campaigns protecting the natural world. Responsibilities include educating the public, building coalitions, earning media attention, organizing events, and lobbying officials to advance environmental goals.

The role is entry-level with training, travel required, and potential evening/weekend work. Compensation is around $40,000 to $44,450 per year, with a strong benefits package and opportunities across the country.

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply. Training will be provided on advocacy and organizing skills.
• Candidates must be able to travel regularly and be motivated to work evenings and weekends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Educate and mobilize the public to support our issues and campaigns.
• Build coalitions across organizations and constituency groups.
• Earn traditional and social media attention by organizing events and writing pieces.
• Organize webinars, community events and public meetings; recruit volunteers and interns.
• Lobby elected officials from city councils to state legislatures to advance goals.
• Research and write reports to influence public debate and policy proposals.
• Recruit new people to the team and help build the organization.
• Run a grassroots campaign office each summer and meet fundraising goals.

Skills

Public speaking

Writing

Leadership

Outreach

Organizing

Job description

Environment America is hiring Campaign Associates in Minneapolis, MN to work on campaigns protecting the natural world. Responsibilities include educating the public, building coalitions, earning media attention, organizing events, and lobbying officials to advance environmental goals.

The role is entry-level with training, travel required, and potential evening/weekend work. Compensation is around $40,000 to $44,450 per year, with a strong benefits package and opportunities across the country.