Are you ready to make a difference on the most pressing environmental issues of our generation? Are you ready to stand up to the corporations that are compromising the integrity of our democracy?
We’ve got the job for you!
The Fund for Public Interest Research is currently hiring Citizen Outreach Directors and Assistant Directors to run grassroots canvass offices around the country.
Working with environmental and progressive groups like the Sierra Club, Human Rights Campaign and the state PIRGs, you’ll
- Recruit, train, supervise and work alongside a staff of 10-40 canvassers.
- Reach or exceed your office’s fundraising and membership goals. Most offices have goals of $250,000 raised and 5,000 members identified each year.
- Oversee all administrative functions related to fundraising, membership development, campaign work and general office management.
- Take charge of additional campaign field work including news conferences, petition and letter-writing drives, coalition-building and grassroots lobbying.
Directors canvass two to three days per week to train staff, raise money, identify and activate members, and educate the public on the issues.
We have immediate openings for offices in CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, UT, WA and Washington, DC.
To learn more, visit www.fundcareers.org.
Salary & Benefits:
New staff will earn $23,750-$25,250 in their first year. The Fund offers a great benefits package that includes college loan assistance, and competitive vacation and holiday policies. Staff is encouraged to join our group health care plan.
Additional Qualifications:
We are looking for smart, motivated, action-oriented people who are interested in politics, have a commitment to working for the public interest, and are willing to work hard to make change. To do this work, you need stamina. You need to be resourceful on a shoestring budget. You need to be able to convey the sense of urgency and passion you feel about these issues. (In-depth training on campaign strategies, issues and skills is provided.)
We work campaign hours, and are looking for a minimum commitment through August 2009.
How to Apply:
E-mail your cover letter and resume to Emily Berens. Please mention ad code cocr-mia-3-08-79 in the subject line of your email. Be sure to mention where you saw our job advertised.
We’ll carefully consider your application, and if we think you’re a good fit we’ll get in touch. The Fund is an equal opportunity employer.
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