Renewable Energy Campaign Lead (South Central)

Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC); Ellicott City (MD); Remote; USD 117,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Unplug & Recharge

Family leave policy

403b retirement plan matching

Hybrid policy with in-office days

Healthcare and mental health programs

Job summary

NRDC is seeking an experienced Campaign Organizer to lead concurrent local campaigns and union outreach across several states. The role focuses on renewable energy projects, labor alignment, and strategic advocacy.

The ideal candidate has campaign management and community organizing experience, with remote work and substantial travel required. A bargaining-unit context and nonprofit environment shape the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in environmental/political field; relevant energy issues.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• 4-7 years in planning and implementing campaigns including strategy, organizing, media, fundraising, and political engagement.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement strategic plans for targeted renewable energy campaigns in specified states.
• Build relationships with labor leaders and developers.
• Coordinate with NRDC state policy leads and stakeholders.
• Encourage union workforce commitments on projects.
• Assess landscapes and focus on select states/projects.
• Collaborate with unions to align campaign plans.
• Develop fundraising strategies and donor engagement.
• Write, edit, and review educational and advocacy materials.
• Travel regularly for activations and conferences (approx. 25%).

Skills

Relationship building

Public speaking

Communication

Strategic planning

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

B.A./B.S. in environmental or political field

Advanced degree in energy issues

Tools

Driver's license

Auto insurance proof

Job description

NRDC is seeking an experienced Campaign Organizer to lead concurrent local campaigns and union outreach across several states. The role focuses on renewable energy projects, labor alignment, and strategic advocacy.

The ideal candidate has campaign management and community organizing experience, with remote work and substantial travel required. A bargaining-unit context and nonprofit environment shape the responsibilities.