Environmental Justice and Political Advocate

Clean Water Action • East Lansing, MI

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Clean Water Action is hiring Environmental Justice and Political Advocates for a special voter-turnout project in Michigan. From October through Election Day on November 3, the project combines efforts to oppose data center development with efforts to turn voters out for candidates at every level of government who support environmental protections. The organization is also working to pass a statewide moratorium on data center construction. Positions are in person in East Lansing or Ann Arbor, and employees are expected to wear masks indoors. Candidates may start at any time and must be available to work at least through Election Day. The schedule is 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., at least three days per week, Monday through Friday. Following a five-day training period, pay is $22 per hour. The role includes training in environmental issues, the legislative process, and politics, as well as opportunities for professional development and continued work beyond the election. Housing assistance is not provided.

Requirements

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Cultural competence and a commitment to racial justice and equity.
• Interest in nonprofit work, policy, or politics.
• Enjoy working directly with people and be comfortable engaging with community members from a wide variety of backgrounds.
• Work in person in East Lansing or Ann Arbor, with plans to be located in one of those cities.
• Work 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at least three days per week, Monday through Friday, and remain available at least through Election Day.

Nice To Haves

• Multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Organize with the field canvass team to ensure communities are aware of environmental issues and have tools to achieve solutions.
• Talk with community members about voting to help elect strong environmental candidates.
• Educate registered voters about absentee-voting options and when and where to vote.
• Participate in occasional press conferences, lobby days, virtual town halls, and other events.

Benefits

• Training on environmental issues, including regular seminars.
• Training in the legislative process and political arena.
• Development of communication and organizational skills.
• Opportunities to continue working with the organization beyond the election.
• Opportunities for future permanent positions and career development.
• Opportunities for travel to national conferences and other offices across the country.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed