Telephone Outreach Staff

Company Description

Citizens Campaign for the Environment is New York and Connecticut's most effective grassroots environmental organization with over 120,000 members. For 40 years, CCE has engaged in extensive grassroots organizing, public education, research and lobbying leading us to success on critical campaigns that protect public health and the environment. Our goal is to increase the public's influence in the political process by offering members opportunities to get involved, and thereby advancing a strong environmental agenda. Just last year in NY, CCE was successful in securing $400 million for the Environmental Protection Fund, $500 million for sewage and drinking water infrastructure upgrades, banning CO2 fracking in New York, and passing the Climate Change Superfund Act. 

Job Description

CCE is looking for outgoing and positive candidates with strong communications skills who are passionate about protecting the environment and making a difference. Telephone Outreach Staff are integral in maintaining CCE’s personal relationships with our members which allows these campaigns to be successful. As part of our team, you will call members to educate, fundraise, and organize them around urgent environmental and public health campaigns. No experience needed! We will provide two weeks of paid training in which you will learn about the campaigns and fundraising strategies. Why wait for change? You can be part of the change by inspiring our members to act on the local level ensuring their voices are heard to push forth meaningful environmental legislation.

Current Campaign:

In New York, our sewage and drinking water infrastructure is aging and in disrepair putting public health and the environment at risk. The EPA estimates that it will cost approximately $90 billion to upgrade New York State’s wastewater and drinking infrastructure. 

In 2024, we successfully worked to maintain funding at $500 million for clean water infrastructure in the NYS budget bringing the state’s nation-leading investments in clean water infrastructure up to $5.5 billion since 2017. This is a step in the right direction however, it’s not enough. This year we are pressuring Governor Hochul to include $600 million for the Clean Water Infrastructure Act in the 2025-2026 NYS budget. This vital funding will help replace lead service lines, treat emerging contaminants in our drinking water, upgrade sewage treatment plants, replace failing septic systems, and ensure that drinking water is affordable for all New Yorkers!

Position Details:

Pay: $18/hr 

Employment Type: Part-time

Work Location: Farmingdale, NY, 11735

Work Remotely: No

We Offer:

• Flexible scheduling. Part-time openings, 15-24 hours a week. Shifts available Monday thru Thursday, and Saturday (Monday through Thursday- 3:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday-10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.).
• Personal and professional development, with opportunities for advancement within the organization. 
• Two weeks of paid training and continuous support.
• Paid time-off (must stay with the organization for at least a year to qualify).
• Opportunity to make a difference and protect our environment.

Qualifications:

• Effective communication skills.
• Willingness to be mentored and learn about environmental issues as well as fundraising strategies.
• Upbeat attitude and desire to have a positive impact on members within the organization.
• Ability to meet goals and stay motivated.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Punctual and ability to stay on task.
• You do not need campaign or fundraising experience but, you need to have an interest in environmental issues and be comfortable with the idea of fundraising.
• Knowledge about the environment and political process are a plus.
• Advocacy, customer service, call center, and/or fundraising experience are a plus.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.