BILINGUAL ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE OUTREACH COORDINATOR

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Stockton

BILINGUAL ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE OUTREACH COORDINATOR
(Part-Time)

INCUMBENT: Open
SUPERVISOR: Environmental Justice Director

POSITION PURPOSE: The Bilingual Outreach Coordinator will work closely with the Environmental Justice Project Director to promote and implement the work of the Environmental Justice Project. The Coordinator will provide education and training in Spanish on environmental justice issues from a Catholic perspective. The Coordinator will cultivate relationships with parish and community leaders throughout the Stockton Diocese.

CONTEXT: With a foundation in Catholic Social Teaching, Catholic Charities’ Environmental Justice Project brings a unique Catholic voice to California’s efforts to reduce air and water pollution and to counter the effects of climate change. The E.J. Project raises awareness of environmental issues, especially as they affect poor and vulnerable people throughout the Stockton Diocese.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Work closely with the Environmental Justice Director and volunteer leaders to implement the goals of the Environmental Justice Project.
2. Provide support, training, and assistance in Spanish to parish volunteers on environmental and environmental justice concerns.
3. Promote leadership development on environmental justice issues among Spanish speaking members at selected parishes as well as among youth and young adult ministries.
4. Translate and distribute Environmental Justice Project materials into Spanish as needed.
5. Represent the Diocesan Environmental Justice Project at legislative and regulatory hearings, as well as in parish, community, and public settings as requested by the E.J. Director.
6. Work with the Environmental Justice Director to build and sustain relationships with public officials and key constituencies.
7. Assist with fundraising and proposal writing where appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in communication, political science, environmental studies, or related field
2. Excellent oral and written skills
3. Fluency in Spanish and English
4. Demonstrated success in recruiting leaders, organizing meetings, and collaborating in implementing projects
5. Familiarity with current environmental issues
6. Interest and knowledge in the California legislative and/or regulatory processes
7. Understanding and commitment to Catholic Social Teaching and the mission of Catholic Charities.
8. Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends
9. Driver’s license and automobile to drive as needed
10. Computer Skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Ability to use social networking and update web pages desirable.