Wyoming Environmental Campaign Director

Environment America; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Time off and commuter benefits

Parental leave

Long-term disability insurance

Student loan assistance

Training program

Job summary

Environment America is seeking a state director to lead campaigns in Wyoming, focusing on protecting public lands, pollinators, clean energy, and waste reduction. You will build coalitions, organize events, recruit volunteers, and advocate to policymakers.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in advocacy or organizing, strong writing and public speaking skills, and willingness to travel and work evenings or weekends. Deep ties to Wyoming are preferred.

Qualifications

• You are passionate about the environment and grassroots organizing.
• A campaign advocate or grassroots organizer with at least 4 years of advocacy or organizing experience; 2+ years for a role with more limited responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Help shape program priorities: policy development, research and messaging to set priorities for environmental protection in Wyoming.
• Build coalitions: reach out to organizations and groups across the political spectrum to gain support.
• Organize events: webinars, community events and public meetings; recruit attendees.
• Recruit and work with volunteers: identify and engage volunteers for campaigns.
• Earn traditional and social media attention: organize media events and write opinion pieces; build a social media following.
• Advocate: present a case to decision-makers for strong environmental action through lobbying, hearings, and written materials; build relationships at state, regional, and federal levels.
• Fundraise: write grant proposals and build donor relationships to fund campaigns.
• Grow our team: recruit and manage interns and potential staff; train and oversee staff.

Skills

Advocacy

Grassroots organizing

Policy development

Public speaking

Written communications

Coalition building

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Environment America is seeking a state director to lead campaigns in Wyoming, focusing on protecting public lands, pollinators, clean energy, and waste reduction. You will build coalitions, organize events, recruit volunteers, and advocate to policymakers.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in advocacy or organizing, strong writing and public speaking skills, and willingness to travel and work evenings or weekends. Deep ties to Wyoming are preferred.