Long-Term Grassroots Organizer: Community Health and Corporate Accountability Job at Clean Water Action, Minneapolis, MN

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  • Clean Water Action
  • Minneapolis, MN

Job Description



Since 1972, Clean Water Action has been at the forefront of grassroots advocacy to protect communities and the environment. Our Minnesota chapter has been organizing residents since 1982 to fight pollution, toxic chemicals, and corporate overreach.

Recent victories include:

  • 2024 Packaging Waste and Cost Reduction Act, holding producers accountable to steward their plastic waste

  • 2023 Amara’s Law, the nation’s first PFAS chemical ban

We believe that organized people can win against organized money, and every Minnesotan deserves clean water, safe communities, and a livable future.

Job Description



Are you ready to take on corporate polluters and protect Minnesota’s environment? Do you want to build grassroots power and make a real difference?

Clean Water Action Minnesota is hiring passionate Grassroots Organizers to join our field canvass team. You’ll engage directly with Minnesotans to mobilize supporters, raise funds, and fight for policies that hold corporations accountable for pollution, waste, and harmful development.

Responsibilities:

  • Canvass door-to-door to inform and inspire the public about environmental and social justice campaigns

  • Recruit and mobilize supporters and new Clean Water Action members

  • Fundraise to sustain grassroots advocacy work

  • Collect postcards, letters, and calls to lawmakers to advance our progressive policy goals

  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to a positive, motivated team

Full paid training in canvassing and campaign issues is provided. No prior experience required.

  • Location: Minneapolis, MN

  • Position: Part-time (3 to 4 days); Full-time (5 days)

  • Hours: 2 pm to 9:30 pm

  • Schedule: Monday through Friday

  • Compensation: $19.50 an hour; daily opportunities for bonus pay

  • COVID-19 vaccination is required for all applicants

Qualifications

  • Interest in nonprofit organizing, environmental advocacy, or public policy

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Reliable, motivated, and detail-oriented

  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Ideal candidates enjoy connecting with people as part of their daily work and are motivated to make real change on these issues.

  • We are committed to reflecting the communities we work in; BIPOC, LGBT+ folks, and women are strongly encouraged to apply.

  • 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 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.

If you are ready to make a difference in the environmental sector while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, apply now and join our team!

Additional Information

  • Benefits: 401(k), Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Paid Time Off (PTO), Flexible schedule

  • Supplemental pay types: Daily performance bonuses

  • Ability to commute/relocate: Ability to reliably commute to Minneapolis, MN before starting work Required. We do not provide any moving or housing assistance. Please only apply if you have specific plans to be located near the Minneapolis Clean Water Action office.

If you’re ready to make a tangible impact in Minnesota’s environmental and public health landscape while growing your organizing skills, apply now to join our team!

Job Tags

Daily paid, Full time, Part time, Work at office, Local area, Relocation, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,

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