Healthy Air Advocacy Manager (Remote‑Friendly)

Lung; Idaho; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave

Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The American Lung Association is seeking a Manager, Advocacy, Healthy Air Solutions to lead DERA grant initiatives nationwide. This 100% grant-funded role is part of the Advocacy and Public Policy team, focused on reducing diesel emissions and improving lung health.

Location is Anywhere with hybrid options; remote applicants are welcome. Expect responsibilities in stakeholder meetings, reporting, training, and proposal development, with travel as needed to support program goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science, environmental studies, public health, public administration, communications or related field, or equivalent experience.
• A general understanding of environmental principles including climate impacts, natural disasters, air pollution, emissions, and others.
• Experience administering grants, particularly federal grants, is preferred.
• Knowledge regarding basic math and report writing. Some demonstrated health experience or knowledge is preferred.
• Professional and/or educational experience in leading teams to achieve specific, time-sensitive outcomes.
• Must have excellent time management, attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Confident working as a project leader responsible for the success of multiple concurrent programs.
• Must be able to facilitate minimal travel required by various programs.
• Passionate about improving the lives of people in the communities we serve.
• Valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation is beneficial.
• Software will include Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and others. Understanding of GIS and other specialized software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain connections with key individuals who can provide up-to-date information relating to DERA funding.
• Maintain and expand a network of fleets, companies, organizations and other external stakeholders for existing and future DERA applications.
• Leverage experience and education to create outside-the-box ideas to ensure the long-term sustainability of Healthy Air Solutions projects.
• Track DERA objectives, outputs and spending to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Lead staff discussions relating to DERA projects and in the implementation of program activities.
• Communicate in both verbal and written format to internal and external partners.
• Develop and conduct training, presentations, webinars, and other activities.
• Develop project timelines that exceed grant expectations.
• Distribute incremental and final program reports to federal program managers.
• Understand basic environmental science research to support and develop Lung Association DERA applications messaging.
• Participate in meetings hosted by the Lung Association and partners.
• Complete ongoing professional development to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Time management

Communication

Leadership

Grant administration

Environmental policy

GIS

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft Teams

GIS

Job description

The American Lung Association is seeking a Manager, Advocacy, Healthy Air Solutions to lead DERA grant initiatives nationwide. This 100% grant-funded role is part of the Advocacy and Public Policy team, focused on reducing diesel emissions and improving lung health.

Location is Anywhere with hybrid options; remote applicants are welcome. Expect responsibilities in stakeholder meetings, reporting, training, and proposal development, with travel as needed to support program goals.