ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH ORGANIZER FOR NYC GREEN SCHOOLS CAMPAIGN

Part-Time Staff Position with National Organization

The Center for Health, Environment & Justice (CHEJ) is a national organization that empowers communities to create safe, healthy and sustainable environments. CHEJ was instrumental in establishing some of the first national policies to protect communities such as the Superfund Program and Right-to-Know. Our recent work is on issues such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), phthalates, bisphenol A (BPA), green purchasing and greening schools. CHEJ's goal is to prevent harm from toxic exposures-particularly among vulnerable populations such as children.

CHEJ is seeking a part-time campaign organizer (2.5 days per week) for a New York City campaign to green schools. The campaign is working to protect children’s and worker health by phasing out the use and purchase of toxic phthalates and PVC plastic for NYC schools, the largest school district in the country. We are looking for a part-time organizer with campaign organizing skills to assist two CHEJ staff, located in the New York City and Albany area field offices, to pass green schools policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide administrative, program and campaign support to New York City greening schools campaign. Assist with outreach to community, health, environmental justice, labor and school organizations, community boards, community education councils, policymakers and the media. Assist with set up and coordination of media events, advocacy meetings and events. Assist with NYC initiatives to pass and implement green school policies. Conduct research to address information needs. Assist with field, online, and citywide campaign activities.

SKILLS REQUIRED: Independent, self-motivated, and creative thinker. Strong logistical skills, detail oriented, extremely organized, and good team player. Strong communication skills through written and public speaking opportunities. Strong interpersonal skills, organizing and campaigning skills and time management. Strong computer and internet research skills. Online organizing experience preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS: Two years grassroots campaign and/or organizing experience strongly preferred. Experience with children's environmental health issues and campaigning preferred. Commitment to grassroots organizing as a means to achieving social and environmental justice.

APPLICATIONS: Position can be located at a home office in the state of New York. Travel to Albany, New York City is required on a regular basis for events and meetings. Salary commensurate with experience.People of color and women are encouraged to apply. Send cover letter and resume to: Sharon Franklin at sfranklin@chej.org.