Part-Time RICCE Canvasser

Environmental Health Coalition • National City, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Environmental Health Coalition (EHC) is hiring temporary bilingual (Spanish/English) community outreach champions to support the RICCE (Rooted in Comunidad, Cultivating Equity) project. This initiative strengthens community resilience and promotes environmental and social justice in San Diego's urban neighborhoods through inclusive, community-led planning. Canvassers will help engage residents in conversations about RICCE and our Community Advisory Board (CAB), facilitating information sharing and gathering community feedback on transformative climate and equity plans. Neighborhoods include: Barrio Logan, Logan Heights, Sherman Heights, Mt. Hope, Shelltown, Stockton, Grant Hill, and Southcrest. EHC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that advocates for public initiatives protecting public health and the environment through community education and organizing. We are passionate about justice and welcome those who share this commitment. If you want to make a difference by supporting residents' voices in shaping a healthier and more equitable future, apply today!

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Bilingual required (Spanish/English)
• Good communication skills
• Punctuality and good work ethic
• Commitment to the empowerment of communities

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience canvassing or collecting petitions
• Personal vehicle
• Ability to use an EHC provided Smart Phone/Tablet

Responsibilities

• Conduct community outreach to engage residents.
• Recruit residents to participate in the Community Advisory Board (CAB)
• Distribute informational materials about RICCE and partner organization events
• Administer entry and feedback surveys
• Document and report community input
• Work collaboratively with other canvassers and EHC staff

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement will be provided for approved work-related travel in accordance with the standard California mileage rate.

What This Job Offers

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