Environmental Justice Organizer

Clean Water Action•East Lansing, MI

5d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Clean Water Action is a non-profit focusing on campaigns related to water access, water quality, and environmental justice. With over half a million members nationwide and 160,000 members in Michigan, Clean Water Action's impact is far-reaching. We work to empower people to take action to protect America's waters, build healthy communities and to make democracy work for all of us. Our recent victories include passing a drinking water standard for PFAs in Michigan and funding lead pipe replacement across the state. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of creating a cleaner, healthier future for all. Right now, Michigan is experiencing a surge in proposed data center developments, despite the protests of local residents all across the state - who have good reason to be skeptical. Data centers consistently promise economic development opportunities that don’t materialize. While there are temporary job gains during construction, data centers have historically created only a few low wage jobs in the long term, while communities pay the price in higher energy bills and threats to water quality. A May 2026 poll found that 77% of Michigan residents support regulations requiring more transparency from data center projects. We need to pause this data center frenzy before more damage is done. That's why we're working to pass a moratorium on data center construction across the state.

Requirements

Strong oral and written communication skills
Good attention to detail
Cultural competence
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

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.