Youth Field Organizer

Role Description

Rescue Agency is seeking a dynamic and high-performing Youth Field Organizer to drive the implementation of tobacco control and nutrition/obesity prevention policy campaigns across Virginia. We are looking for individuals who are collaborative, open to new challenges, and have a passion for engaging and motivating youth volunteers to lead policy campaign activities in their schools and communities.

As a Youth Field Organizer, you’ll gain:

• Knowledge of key public health issues, including tobacco control and nutrition initiatives.
• Community organizing expertise through learning Rescue’s award-winning youth engagement model.

Day-To-Day Activities:

• Recruit & Train Youth Volunteers:
  • Recruit and train new and returning youth, including conducting site visits and training sessions.
  • Assist the Youth Engagement Manager with developing training materials.
  • Track and monitor training participants and manage records using the Online Volunteer Management system.
• Mobilize & Support Youth Volunteers:
  • Encourage youth members to sign up for campaign projects and events.
  • Assist youth members with planning and implementing successful events.
  • Work closely with the Youth Engagement Manager for event planning and preparation.
  • Maintain frequent contact with youth members to keep them motivated.
• Communication and Relationship-building with Partner School’s Advisors:
  • Onboard advisors and track Partner Schools' progress.
  • Foster relationships and collaboration between school advisors and youth members.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Experience working with youth.
• Excellent interpersonal skills (one-on-one and in a group format).
• Excellent team-building, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Commitment to mobilizing youth through strategic organizing.
• Ability to motivate youth and support self-determination.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing needs.
• High-level competency with Microsoft Office, G Suite, or equivalent.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet urgent deadlines.
• Willingness to travel frequently (up to 60% of the school year).
• Be solutions focused.

Benefits

• Generous health plans for medical and mental health services.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Life and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.

Location

Remote and at Client Sites in Southeast Virginia (Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton, Chesapeake, Newport News, Williamsburg).

Status

Full-time

Pay Range

$44,000 per year. Actual compensation is dependent upon a combination of factors including skill set, level of experience, level of education, and location.