Field Organizer

• Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement (QSEHRA).
• 401k retirement plan with up to 4% employer match.
• Professional development allowance.
• 20 days paid time off, 5 paid sick days, approximately 14 paid holidays per calendar year.
• Short and long term disability benefits eligibility.
• Voluntary term life insurance eligibility.
• Partial home internet reimbursement.
• Sabbatical for long-term employees.

• At least one year of professional experience in civic engagement, organizing, outreach, coalition building, or a relevant field.
• Knowledge of environmental issue areas such as climate change, water quality, water consumption, and air quality.
• Outgoing, curious, and energized by meeting new people. Respectful and empathetic of individuals and groups coming from a variety of backgrounds and viewpoints (e.g.
• Progressive or conservative; rural or urban; educated or uneducated; across races, ethnicities, and genders).
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and continuous learning practices.
• Familiarity using social media for public education and advocacy campaigns.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail, maintains organized electronic files, and manages time and expectations with respect to deadlines.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint or Google Workspace applications including Drive, Docs, Slides, and Forms. Basic familiarity with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, willingness to use personal vehicle for work-related travel, maintain proof of auto insurance, and ability to travel extensively throughout Texas. Committed to safety culture.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

• Familiarity of oil and gas locations, including understanding of diverse cultures and languages spoken.
• Knowledge of or experience with the Railroad Commission of Texas’ duties, policies, or election rules.
• Experience volunteering with alliances or coalitions, organizing volunteers, working on a political campaign, and/or leading public awareness and engagement campaigns for 501(c)3 nonpartisan non profit organizations.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, journalism, communications, political science, public administration, or public policy. Other majors will be considered.
• Relationships with one or more of the following stakeholder groups: community members affected by oil and gas development (for example: air pollution, groundwater contamination, etc.), landowners, workers rights advocates or labor unions, public education advocates, business leaders, consumer or ratepayer advocates, economic development leaders or entities.
• Strong public presentation skills, and willingness to improve.

• Phone and internet access allowing for multiple phone or video calls per day.

• Support the organizing team with the following (including, but not limited to):
  • Planning travel and events
  • Preparing slideshow presentations, flyers, and handouts
  • Coordinating language interpretation and translation services, as needed
  • Researching quantitative scientific data or policies related to water, air, or community impacts related to oil and gas development
  • Developing efficient processes and operations for repeated tasks including but not limited to volunteer management, digital canvassing, or event planning
  • Calling supporters on the phone to request participation in advocacy actions.
• Monitor changing language justice landscape and proposes improvements as well as updates on strategies.
• Coordinate with local multilingual media outlets to engage community members and demonstrate public support for Railroad Commission reforms.
• Collaborate with organizing team and communications team members to draft written materials and social media content.
• Build relationships with affected community members and other stakeholders.
• Travel with members of partner organizations to assist with data collection and community outreach in rural areas experiencing heavy oil and gas development.
• Remain non-partisan at all times, and maintain a neutral stance on the various candidates for public office.
• Maintain organized electronic files and citations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V