What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Engagement Team Member position at Washington Community Action Network?
Washington CAN! is a grassroots community organization with over 44,000 members in WA States. Washington CAN! is currently working on several issue-based campaigns: Universal Healthcare, Mass Liberation (re-frame of mass incarceration), Housing Justice, and further democratizing our institutions, legal processes, boards, laws, etc.
Position Description:
Community Engagement Specialists engage with community members to educate, motivate and activate people to become more engaged with the democratic process in order to affect policy and elections - in this case we will be gathering signatures to pass a Worker's Bill of Rights Initiative.
Desired Qualifications:
- A commitment to fighting for racial, gender, and economic justice.
- Ability to develop and implement goals based on grassroots strategies and tactics.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team; committed to helping others.
- Enthusiasm for a work environment where diversity based on race, nationality, gender, age, sexual orientation and physical ability is an important value.
- Self-motivated, resourceful, creativity and problem solving skills.
- Excellent verbal communication and active listening skills.
- Values self-improvement, able to accept praise and constructive criticism while implementing feedback and evaluation.
- Good time management and the ability to work under pressure.
The Community Engagement Specialist position is full-time or part-time. The position is temporary with permanent positions for those who qualify.
Transportation is not required.
Paid Internships are available.
Washington CAN is an aggressive affirmative action employer. People of color, women, immigrants, people with disabilities, LGBTQ people, and people with low-income backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $48,152.00 - $52,520.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,152 - $52,520