Environmental Organizer Full Time/Part Time

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Clean Water Action is a national nonprofit with over 50 years of experience advocating for clean water, environmental justice, and public health. With a strong emphasis on grassroots organizing, expert policy research, and holding elected officials accountable, we empower communities to take meaningful action on critical environmental issues.

Job Description

Join the Movement for Clean Water! ♻️

Are you passionate about the environment and looking to kick-start your career in the nonprofit sector? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in grassroots advocacy while making a real impact? 

Clean Water Action is hiring  full-time and part-time Grassroots Organizers in Northampton, MA to join our Field Canvass team. We are currently fighting to ban PFAS chemicals from household products and drinking water sources. 

As part of the team, you will:

● Engage with communities to educate, fundraise, and mobilize support for Clean Water Action’s policy priorities, such as combating climate change, advocating for clean water affordability, and banning toxic chemicals.

● Raise awareness and funds to sustain critical environmental and public health initiatives.

● Advocate for bold legislative action to address systemic issues, including utility affordability and corporate accountability.

What We Offer

● Evening Hours 

June-August (3:00PM – 10:00 PM, Monday through Friday )

September- May (2:00 PM – 9:00 PM, Monday through Friday )

● Full time positions between 32.5 and 40 hours a week

● Paid training and professional development in grassroots organizing and advocacy.

● Opportunities for career growth and leadership within the organization.

● Competitive pay starting at $18/hour , with bonus opportunities.

● Enhanced benefits, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k), for employees working 21+ hours per week.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and work toward a cleaner, healthier, and more equitable future, apply today to join Clean Water Action’s Northampton team!

Qualifications

●Minimum 3 day a week commitment 

● Passion for environmental and social justice issues.

● Strong oral communication skills.

● Interest in nonprofit work, grassroots organizing, or policy advocacy.

● This is an IN-PERSON role based in Northampton, MA. You must be within 1hr driving distance of the office or plan to relocate to qualify for employment.

Additional Information

● Multilingual candidates and those with backgrounds in Sociology, Political Science, Public Health, Environmental Studies, or Communications are strongly encouraged to apply.

● Clean Water Action is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workplace. We encourage applications from BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and women candidates.

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