What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Canvass Management - Environmental Advocacy position at Clean Water Action?
Company Description
Clean Water Action is one of the original grassroots canvass organizations. Since 1972, we have been dedicated to building a movement of strong environmental leaders from the ground up. Our wide range of environmental and public health campaign priorities include water and air protections, environmental justice, sustainability, holding politicians and corporations accountable, and making democracy work.
Job Description
Clean Water Action is seeking passionate environmental activists to join our grassroots team and lead our future teams after completing a fast-track development and training program. A candidate who is offered this position begins as a Canvasser and becomes a Field Manager within the first four months of employment, with priority for new Field Canvass Director positions as we build back from the height of the COVID pandemic.
Qualifications
- Required
- Exemplary communication skills
- Motivational and public speaking skills
- Strong passion for environmental issues and progressive political change
- Vocal leadership skills and the ability to lead by example
- Personal motivation to make a difference
- Preferred
- Election or issue-based canvassing experience
- 1 year of door-to-door fundraising experience
- Experience working in public policy, non-profit advocacy or legislative office
Additional Information
* As an equal opportunity employer, Clean Water Action is dedicated to non-discrimination in every aspect of employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or any other ground prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. This equal opportunity policy applies to veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. This policy covers all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, terminations, pay, and the work environment.
