Job Description

Clean Water Action is a non-profit organization with 160,000 members in Michigan working to empower people to take action to protect America's waters, build healthy communities and to make democracy work for all of us. For 52 years Clean Water Action has succeeded in winning some of the nation's most important environmental protections through grassroots organizing, expert policy research and political advocacy focused on holding elected officials accountable to the public. In this role, you will be working with our organizing team. Our grassroots organizing team speaks to Michigan residents every day about local issues, informing and educating the public, building support and channeling that support into action.

From now (September) until Election Day, we are working on a special project to turn folks around the state out to vote. We need to ensure that strong environmental advocates are elected to local, state and federal offices, and that our supporters understand all of the different options for voting in Michigan.

Responsibilities of this special voter turnout focused role include:

• Talking with community members about voting in order to elect strong environmental candidates
• Educating registered voters about options for absentee voting and making sure they know when/where to vote
• Participating in occasional press conferences, lobby days, virtual town halls, and other events

We look for candidates who have strong oral and written communication skills, and who possess good attention to detail. Candidates must possess cultural competence and a commitment to racial justice and equity, and should have an interest in non-profit work, policy, or politics. Candidates must enjoy working directly with people and be comfortable engaging with community members from a wide variety of backgrounds. Multilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

These are in person positions. Employees are expected to be masked in indoor spaces, and we clean and sanitize the office and our vehicles. We provide masks and sanitizer to all staff. Full COVID vaccination is required for this position.

From this opportunity, you will receive training on environmental issues including regular seminars, training in the legislative process and the political arena, and you will develop strong communication and organizational skills. You will be working as part of a highly motivated and dedicated team who are interested in your personal development. There will be opportunities to continue to work with us beyond the election, as well as opportunities for future permanent positions and career development, along with opportunities for travel to national conferences, and to other offices across the country.

For this position, we are seeking candidates to work with us as soon as possible, starting any time and working at least through Election Day. Hours are from 2pm to 10:30pm in Ann Arbor. We are looking for candidates who can work these hours at least 2 days/week, Mon through Fri. Pay is $20/hr.

Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund values a diverse workplace. People of color and those from economically disadvantaged communities are particularly encouraged to apply. Clean Water Action is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. This policy covers all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, terminations, pay, and the work environment.

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