Community Organizer - Environmental Justice

Clean Water Action•Ann Arbor, MI

5d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Clean Water Action is seeking a Community Organizer focused on Environmental Justice. This role involves engaging communities in campaigns related to water access, water quality, and environmental justice, particularly concerning the impact of data center developments in Michigan. The organization aims to empower people to protect water resources, build healthy communities, and strengthen democracy. Recent successes include establishing a drinking water standard for PFAs and securing funding for lead pipe replacement in Michigan. The position offers an opportunity to be at the forefront of creating a cleaner, healthier future.

Requirements

Strong oral and written communication skills.
Good attention to detail.
Cultural competence and a commitment to racial justice and equity.
Interest in non-profit or campaign work, policy, or politics.
Enjoy connecting with people as part of their daily work.
Motivated to make real change on these issues.
Availability at least through Election Day, November 3rd, 2026.

Nice To Haves

Multilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Ensuring communities are aware of our issues and given the tools to achieve solutions by organizing and fundraising with our field canvass team.
Aiding community members in writing letters or otherwise contacting their lawmakers on these issues.
Identifying volunteers who will work with us to hold politicians accountable for their votes on environmental and health related issues.
Participating in occasional press conferences, lobby days, and other events.