Title: Chispa Federal Climate Organizer – TX Department: Community and Civic Engagement Status: Exempt Reports to: Chispa TX Program Director Positions Reporting to this Position: None Locations: Corpus Christi, TX Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: C Salary Range (depending on experience): $67,010 – $81,529
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
Chispa, a program of LCV, works to ensure that Latine communities and leaders have a strong voice in the movement for climate justice and within the environmental movement and influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Based in the Community & Civic Engagement department, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada, and Texas.
LCV is hiring a Chispa Federal Climate Organizers in Corpus Christi, Texas who will help create and implement their Chispa state program’s federal organizing strategies. The Chispa Federal Climate Organizer will be experienced community organizers who is tasked with engaging and building relationships with Latine families in Nueces/San Patricio Counties, TX to take action in the fight against pollution, climate change, environmental racism and to promote clean air, clean water, clean jobs, clean energy and other federal campaigns. This position will be part of a dynamic, skilled, and growing data-driven organizing team, working closely with the Chispa Texas state teams, Chispa national team, and community members and leaders to ensure that communities are civically engaged and are part of the decision-making process that impacts their health and environment. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about the fight for climate justice and ready to take action to hold polluters accountable and advocate for community driven solutions to address climate change and environmental racism.
Responsibilities:
Organize, manage and lead successful issue campaigns that engage with Latinx families in their state around issues of climate change and environmental justice, among other priority issues.
Take the lead in managing education efforts for federal issue campaigns that engage community members.
Build, develop and train a base of dedicated Latinx grassroots leadership in the community that will have a long-term leadership voice advocating for environmental justice, community health policies and values in the community.
Identify potential new members and engage them by conducting one-on-one’s, presentations, and door-knocking and utilizing other community organizing methods.
Support volunteer leaders in the development and sustaining of organizing committees who are involved in advancing campaign goals.
Build relationships with schools, churches, community organizations, labor unions, public health groups, etc. to work in partnerships to advance shared goals.
Track organizing work meticulously in Voter Action Network and other databases, submit reports to the Chispa state Program Director.
Work closely with the organizing team and other departments to implement and evaluate issue-organizing campaigns that successfully recruit constituents, build grassroots leaders and get the attention of decision makers and media.
Work closely with Chispa staff and members to grow our grassroots organizing efforts in communities impacted by environmental injustices.
Work with the Chispa, Communications and Digital, Campaigns and Government Affairs teams to plan and implement decision maker meetings, briefings and advocacy trainings related to federal issues that impact communities in Texas, as needed.
Travel up to 10% of the time in-state and out-of-state for organizing activities and staff retreats and conferences, as needed.
Conduct in-office responsibilities and events, including meetings with the state Chispa team, external partners and key stakeholders, from the state Chispa office at least 4 days per week.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – Minimum 3 years in grassroots community, issue or labor organizing programs. Successful track record of grassroots community organizing, training volunteers, leadership development, implementing strategies and tactics, and forming alliances with other groups. Preferred – Experience working with Voter Action Network and Google Suites. Experience organizing in Texas.
Skills : Required – Ability to effectively work as part of a team and in community. Ability to effectively present campaigns and programs to the community, elected officials and allies in an effective way. Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Creative problem-solver who is resourceful during challenging or new situations. Preferred – Fluent in English and Spanish.
Cultural Competence : Passionate about protecting the environment and communities impacted by climate change and environmental injustice. Committed to confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. An ability to apply a racial justice lens, and a variety of communities’ distinct perspectives to organizing strategies. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to improving our democratic systems and environmental challenges effectively.
Working Conditions : This job operates both in a professional office environment and in outdoor and indoor public spaces, and the person will be exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, and high/low temperatures. This position is occasionally sedentary; however, attending meetings and canvassing out in the communities is also frequently required. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move about to accomplish tasks and move between sites. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with community members and must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to occasionally work evening and weekend hours as needed. Position requires a valid driver’s license and liability insurance or access to reliable transportation. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States . LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa Federal Organizer – TX” in the subject line by August 27, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Aug 08, 2023
Full time
Title: Chispa Federal Climate Organizer – TX Department: Community and Civic Engagement Status: Exempt Reports to: Chispa TX Program Director Positions Reporting to this Position: None Locations: Corpus Christi, TX Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: C Salary Range (depending on experience): $67,010 – $81,529
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
Chispa, a program of LCV, works to ensure that Latine communities and leaders have a strong voice in the movement for climate justice and within the environmental movement and influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Based in the Community & Civic Engagement department, Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada, and Texas.
LCV is hiring a Chispa Federal Climate Organizers in Corpus Christi, Texas who will help create and implement their Chispa state program’s federal organizing strategies. The Chispa Federal Climate Organizer will be experienced community organizers who is tasked with engaging and building relationships with Latine families in Nueces/San Patricio Counties, TX to take action in the fight against pollution, climate change, environmental racism and to promote clean air, clean water, clean jobs, clean energy and other federal campaigns. This position will be part of a dynamic, skilled, and growing data-driven organizing team, working closely with the Chispa Texas state teams, Chispa national team, and community members and leaders to ensure that communities are civically engaged and are part of the decision-making process that impacts their health and environment. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about the fight for climate justice and ready to take action to hold polluters accountable and advocate for community driven solutions to address climate change and environmental racism.
Responsibilities:
Organize, manage and lead successful issue campaigns that engage with Latinx families in their state around issues of climate change and environmental justice, among other priority issues.
Take the lead in managing education efforts for federal issue campaigns that engage community members.
Build, develop and train a base of dedicated Latinx grassroots leadership in the community that will have a long-term leadership voice advocating for environmental justice, community health policies and values in the community.
Identify potential new members and engage them by conducting one-on-one’s, presentations, and door-knocking and utilizing other community organizing methods.
Support volunteer leaders in the development and sustaining of organizing committees who are involved in advancing campaign goals.
Build relationships with schools, churches, community organizations, labor unions, public health groups, etc. to work in partnerships to advance shared goals.
Track organizing work meticulously in Voter Action Network and other databases, submit reports to the Chispa state Program Director.
Work closely with the organizing team and other departments to implement and evaluate issue-organizing campaigns that successfully recruit constituents, build grassroots leaders and get the attention of decision makers and media.
Work closely with Chispa staff and members to grow our grassroots organizing efforts in communities impacted by environmental injustices.
Work with the Chispa, Communications and Digital, Campaigns and Government Affairs teams to plan and implement decision maker meetings, briefings and advocacy trainings related to federal issues that impact communities in Texas, as needed.
Travel up to 10% of the time in-state and out-of-state for organizing activities and staff retreats and conferences, as needed.
Conduct in-office responsibilities and events, including meetings with the state Chispa team, external partners and key stakeholders, from the state Chispa office at least 4 days per week.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – Minimum 3 years in grassroots community, issue or labor organizing programs. Successful track record of grassroots community organizing, training volunteers, leadership development, implementing strategies and tactics, and forming alliances with other groups. Preferred – Experience working with Voter Action Network and Google Suites. Experience organizing in Texas.
Skills : Required – Ability to effectively work as part of a team and in community. Ability to effectively present campaigns and programs to the community, elected officials and allies in an effective way. Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Creative problem-solver who is resourceful during challenging or new situations. Preferred – Fluent in English and Spanish.
Cultural Competence : Passionate about protecting the environment and communities impacted by climate change and environmental injustice. Committed to confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. An ability to apply a racial justice lens, and a variety of communities’ distinct perspectives to organizing strategies. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to improving our democratic systems and environmental challenges effectively.
Working Conditions : This job operates both in a professional office environment and in outdoor and indoor public spaces, and the person will be exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, and high/low temperatures. This position is occasionally sedentary; however, attending meetings and canvassing out in the communities is also frequently required. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move about to accomplish tasks and move between sites. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with community members and must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to occasionally work evening and weekend hours as needed. Position requires a valid driver’s license and liability insurance or access to reliable transportation. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States . LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa Federal Organizer – TX” in the subject line by August 27, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Lead Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
When you’re in the business of making connections, diversity and inclusion become part of your fiber. We believe in unlocking the power of diversity to drive digital connectivity, so if you feel your experience looks a little different, and you can add value, we encourage you to apply! #BuildGigabitAmerica
About Us:
Frontier is a leading communications provider offering gigabit speeds to empower and connect millions of consumers and businesses in 25 states. It is building critical digital infrastructure across the country with its fiber-optic network and cloud-based solutions, enabling connections today and future proofing for tomorrow. Rallied around its purpose of Building Gigabit America™, the company is focused on supporting a digital society, closing the digital divide, and working toward a more sustainable environment. Frontier is preparing today for a better tomorrow. Visit www.frontier.com .
JOB SUMMARY
The Lead Search Engine Optimization (SEO) role is responsible for driving, managing, and owning all aspects of organic search optimization and search visibility for Frontier - including keyword management and reporting, meta tag management and optimization, SEO content, and technical optimization, backlink/outreach management and growth, and local listings management.
The mission of this role is to drive sales growth, customer self-service adoption, and revenue growth across Frontier’s digital ecosystem including the Frontier.com corporate website.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of onsite and offsite SEO optimization techniques and tools and be experienced in working with internal and external stakeholders to drive best-practice SEO recommendations, guidance, and implementation.
Strong project management skills and laser-sharp attention to detail are a must for this role. The ability to switch quickly and efficiently between tasks and projects is essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the platforms, tools, vendors, and agencies involved in delivering Frontier’s SEO strategies and initiatives driving onsite and offsite SEO optimization.
Drive onsite SEO content optimization strategies, working with content and partner teams to develop high-quality optimized site content, including product copy, blog posts, and backlinking articles.
Drive onsite SEO technical optimization strategies, partnering with development and IT teams to provide guidance and best-practice recommendations on title and meta tag optimization, use of header and alt text, Core Web Vitals, site load and performance, crawlability, accessibility, indexability, site architecture, and internal link strategy.
Partner with content managers, product managers, and developers to ensure SEO requirements are implemented to specification – collaborating in the QA and user acceptance process.
Manage keyword research, analysis, and performance reporting for all areas of the business.
Manage backlinking strategy, growth, and optimization initiatives.
Manage and optimize on-site internal search performance and utilization.
Manage and optimize local listing placements and visibility via Google My Business and partners.
Contribute to App Store Optimization (ASO) thinking and strategy.
When you’re in the business of making connections, diversity and inclusion become part of your fiber. We believe in unlocking the power of diversity to drive digital connectivity, so if you feel your experience looks a little different, and you can add value, we encourage you to apply! #BuildGigabitAmerica
REQUIREMENTS
3-5 years of experience managing SEO programs with a focus on driving product sales and online customer support utilization.
A passion for making data-driven decisions, with strong communication, creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Strong project management, organizational, and presentation skills. Well-versed in presenting data with the ability to contextualize data and “tell the story”.
Deep knowledge of search engine algorithms and hands-on experience improving site rankings.
Deep understanding of onsite and offsite SEO optimization initiatives – including content optimization, site speed, performance optimization, outreach/backlinking strategies, and local listings management.
Experience is a plus for App Store Optimization (ASO).
Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, site tagging, and tracking code – and how these work with and impact SEO optimization initiatives.
Experienced working with tools such as Ahrefs, Moz, SEMRush, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Google My Business, and others.
Familiarity with managing on-site search solutions such as Yext.
Experience in UI/UX usability optimization.
Expertise in using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong project planning, tracking, and organizing skills. Flexibility to quickly adjust to unforeseen changes in priorities and workload.
Team player and relationship builder, able to effectively work cross-functionally with peers, management, and other internal or external stakeholders.
Frontier salaries estimated by third parties and may or may not reflect actual or total compensation. Please confirm with your recruiter.
We are deeply committed to attracting talented team members in the US from all backgrounds regardless of race, age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability status, or nationality. However, at this time, we are not sponsoring any Visas.
Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Apr 25, 2023
Full time
Lead Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
When you’re in the business of making connections, diversity and inclusion become part of your fiber. We believe in unlocking the power of diversity to drive digital connectivity, so if you feel your experience looks a little different, and you can add value, we encourage you to apply! #BuildGigabitAmerica
About Us:
Frontier is a leading communications provider offering gigabit speeds to empower and connect millions of consumers and businesses in 25 states. It is building critical digital infrastructure across the country with its fiber-optic network and cloud-based solutions, enabling connections today and future proofing for tomorrow. Rallied around its purpose of Building Gigabit America™, the company is focused on supporting a digital society, closing the digital divide, and working toward a more sustainable environment. Frontier is preparing today for a better tomorrow. Visit www.frontier.com .
JOB SUMMARY
The Lead Search Engine Optimization (SEO) role is responsible for driving, managing, and owning all aspects of organic search optimization and search visibility for Frontier - including keyword management and reporting, meta tag management and optimization, SEO content, and technical optimization, backlink/outreach management and growth, and local listings management.
The mission of this role is to drive sales growth, customer self-service adoption, and revenue growth across Frontier’s digital ecosystem including the Frontier.com corporate website.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of onsite and offsite SEO optimization techniques and tools and be experienced in working with internal and external stakeholders to drive best-practice SEO recommendations, guidance, and implementation.
Strong project management skills and laser-sharp attention to detail are a must for this role. The ability to switch quickly and efficiently between tasks and projects is essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the platforms, tools, vendors, and agencies involved in delivering Frontier’s SEO strategies and initiatives driving onsite and offsite SEO optimization.
Drive onsite SEO content optimization strategies, working with content and partner teams to develop high-quality optimized site content, including product copy, blog posts, and backlinking articles.
Drive onsite SEO technical optimization strategies, partnering with development and IT teams to provide guidance and best-practice recommendations on title and meta tag optimization, use of header and alt text, Core Web Vitals, site load and performance, crawlability, accessibility, indexability, site architecture, and internal link strategy.
Partner with content managers, product managers, and developers to ensure SEO requirements are implemented to specification – collaborating in the QA and user acceptance process.
Manage keyword research, analysis, and performance reporting for all areas of the business.
Manage backlinking strategy, growth, and optimization initiatives.
Manage and optimize on-site internal search performance and utilization.
Manage and optimize local listing placements and visibility via Google My Business and partners.
Contribute to App Store Optimization (ASO) thinking and strategy.
When you’re in the business of making connections, diversity and inclusion become part of your fiber. We believe in unlocking the power of diversity to drive digital connectivity, so if you feel your experience looks a little different, and you can add value, we encourage you to apply! #BuildGigabitAmerica
REQUIREMENTS
3-5 years of experience managing SEO programs with a focus on driving product sales and online customer support utilization.
A passion for making data-driven decisions, with strong communication, creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Strong project management, organizational, and presentation skills. Well-versed in presenting data with the ability to contextualize data and “tell the story”.
Deep knowledge of search engine algorithms and hands-on experience improving site rankings.
Deep understanding of onsite and offsite SEO optimization initiatives – including content optimization, site speed, performance optimization, outreach/backlinking strategies, and local listings management.
Experience is a plus for App Store Optimization (ASO).
Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, site tagging, and tracking code – and how these work with and impact SEO optimization initiatives.
Experienced working with tools such as Ahrefs, Moz, SEMRush, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Google My Business, and others.
Familiarity with managing on-site search solutions such as Yext.
Experience in UI/UX usability optimization.
Expertise in using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong project planning, tracking, and organizing skills. Flexibility to quickly adjust to unforeseen changes in priorities and workload.
Team player and relationship builder, able to effectively work cross-functionally with peers, management, and other internal or external stakeholders.
Frontier salaries estimated by third parties and may or may not reflect actual or total compensation. Please confirm with your recruiter.
We are deeply committed to attracting talented team members in the US from all backgrounds regardless of race, age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability status, or nationality. However, at this time, we are not sponsoring any Visas.
Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Title : Government Affairs Representative, Healthy Communities
Department : Government Affairs
Status : Exempt
Reports to : Deputy Legislative Director
Positions Reporting to this Position : None
Location : Washington, DC
Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
Union Position : Yes
Job Classification Level : C
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $63,819-$77,646
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and best in class grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is seeking a Government Affairs Representative, Healthy Communities to help lead our advocacy work on federal climate and healthy communities issues, including policy related to environmental health, such as clean air and water, legacy pollution clean up and energy generation. This position will also assist with LCV’s work with the Equitable and Just National Climate Forum. This person will be a dynamic addition to our team to help promote our proactive legislative and executive branch agendas, grounded in racial justice and equity. The ideal candidate is committed to advancing racial justice in LCV priority issue areas of climate change and building healthier communities and collaborative in their approach to advancing policy goals.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with the Deputy Legislative Director to implement LCV’s work on federal environmental health/healthy communities policies, including our proactive legislative and executive branch agendas.
Ensure that all of our federal policy work is advancing racial justice and equity, including through partnerships and coalitions and engagement with leaders of color in the environmental justice movement, Congress, and executive administration.
Collaborate with LCV’s Government Affairs team, and cross-departmentally with key staff from the Community and Civic Engagement and Communications teams, outside coalitions, and state league partners, as appropriate, to advance policy goals.
In partnership with Deputy Legislative Director, serve as advocate and strategist for climate change and healthy communities policy positions, centered in racial justice, with members of Congress, their staff, and administration officials.
Research, track and analyze environmental legislation and executive branch actions in issues portfolio.
Assist with grant proposals, reports, and tracking for healthy communities portfolio.
Participate in relevant coalitions, including the Equitable & Just National Climate Platform.
Assist with partnerships across the Conservation Voter Movement, a network of over 30 state leagues, on various projects and provide timely updates on federal legislation.
Assist with LCV’s electoral work, including work with candidates, PAC investments, and endorsements.
Assist the department in the production of LCV’s nationally-recognized National Environmental Scorecard .
Travel up to 25% for inter-city travel to Congress, federal agency offices, offices of partner groups, staff retreats, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 3 years relevant experience working in climate change, environmental health, or other environmental policy issues or adjacent efforts, which could include working in a legislative office, in the executive branch, or at an advocacy, policy or political organization.
Skills: Required - Policy analysis and research; coalition-building; excellent written and oral communication skills. Organized and attentive to detail; commitment to teamwork and community; ability to handle multiple tasks, effectively prioritize and thrive in a fast-paced setting. Strong interpersonal and communications skills with an ability to develop relationships with individuals representing a rich mix of race, gender, talent, experience, and background. Demonstrated ability to apply a racial justice lens to policy analysis.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems. Interest in electoral politics and some understanding of how the electoral landscape affects policy advocacy.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is a mix of sedentary work as well as inter-city travel. The person in this position frequently communicates with partners and elected representatives and must be able to exchange accurate information. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Government Affairs Representative, Healthy Communities” in the subject line by August 28, 2022. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Aug 11, 2022
Full time
Title : Government Affairs Representative, Healthy Communities
Department : Government Affairs
Status : Exempt
Reports to : Deputy Legislative Director
Positions Reporting to this Position : None
Location : Washington, DC
Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
Union Position : Yes
Job Classification Level : C
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $63,819-$77,646
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and best in class grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is seeking a Government Affairs Representative, Healthy Communities to help lead our advocacy work on federal climate and healthy communities issues, including policy related to environmental health, such as clean air and water, legacy pollution clean up and energy generation. This position will also assist with LCV’s work with the Equitable and Just National Climate Forum. This person will be a dynamic addition to our team to help promote our proactive legislative and executive branch agendas, grounded in racial justice and equity. The ideal candidate is committed to advancing racial justice in LCV priority issue areas of climate change and building healthier communities and collaborative in their approach to advancing policy goals.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with the Deputy Legislative Director to implement LCV’s work on federal environmental health/healthy communities policies, including our proactive legislative and executive branch agendas.
Ensure that all of our federal policy work is advancing racial justice and equity, including through partnerships and coalitions and engagement with leaders of color in the environmental justice movement, Congress, and executive administration.
Collaborate with LCV’s Government Affairs team, and cross-departmentally with key staff from the Community and Civic Engagement and Communications teams, outside coalitions, and state league partners, as appropriate, to advance policy goals.
In partnership with Deputy Legislative Director, serve as advocate and strategist for climate change and healthy communities policy positions, centered in racial justice, with members of Congress, their staff, and administration officials.
Research, track and analyze environmental legislation and executive branch actions in issues portfolio.
Assist with grant proposals, reports, and tracking for healthy communities portfolio.
Participate in relevant coalitions, including the Equitable & Just National Climate Platform.
Assist with partnerships across the Conservation Voter Movement, a network of over 30 state leagues, on various projects and provide timely updates on federal legislation.
Assist with LCV’s electoral work, including work with candidates, PAC investments, and endorsements.
Assist the department in the production of LCV’s nationally-recognized National Environmental Scorecard .
Travel up to 25% for inter-city travel to Congress, federal agency offices, offices of partner groups, staff retreats, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 3 years relevant experience working in climate change, environmental health, or other environmental policy issues or adjacent efforts, which could include working in a legislative office, in the executive branch, or at an advocacy, policy or political organization.
Skills: Required - Policy analysis and research; coalition-building; excellent written and oral communication skills. Organized and attentive to detail; commitment to teamwork and community; ability to handle multiple tasks, effectively prioritize and thrive in a fast-paced setting. Strong interpersonal and communications skills with an ability to develop relationships with individuals representing a rich mix of race, gender, talent, experience, and background. Demonstrated ability to apply a racial justice lens to policy analysis.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems. Interest in electoral politics and some understanding of how the electoral landscape affects policy advocacy.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is a mix of sedentary work as well as inter-city travel. The person in this position frequently communicates with partners and elected representatives and must be able to exchange accurate information. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Government Affairs Representative, Healthy Communities” in the subject line by August 28, 2022. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Raleigh, North Carolina
Director of Hispanic/Latinx Policy and Strategy
Salary $56,046.00 - $100,814.00 Annually
Location Wake County/Raleigh, North Carolina area
Job Type Permanent Full-Time, North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services/ Division/Section Secretary's Office Position
Job Number 20-06198
Closing 9/11/2020 5:00 PM Eastern Division
Description of Work
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs and helping North Carolinians achieve economic independence. The Office of the Secretary consists of the executive team that provides leadership to divisions, programs and offices administered by DHHS and establishes the overarching strategic plan, goals and objectives for the department. The Policy Office provides leadership in consulting, advising, reviewing and approving external and internal policies, directives, and procedures for DHHS. Salary Grade GN15; Salary Range $56,046.00 - $100,814.00 *This is an Exempt Policy Making position* Position Summary DHHS is seeking an experienced candidate that will serve as a key member of the leadership team. The Director of Hispanic/Latinx Policy and Strategy will provide leadership and strategic direction for the design and implementation of strategies to ensure that the Department’s priority initiatives, particularly those related to the COVID-19 pandemic, are created in partnership with the Hispanic/Latinx community. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engaging and partnering with Hispanic/Latinx communities to maximize program effectiveness. Job Specific Responsibilities
Build trusted advisor relationships with DHHS leaders to elevate and embed strategies across work streams that meet the needs of Hispanic/Latinx people in North Carolina.
Proactively identify, define, and champion new opportunities for engaging and partnering with Hispanic/Latinx communities to build comprehensive, cross-system strategies to improve the health, safety and well-being of Hispanic/Latinx people.
Develop key performance indicators to track the effectiveness of DHHS’s Hispanic/Latinx strategy and the impact of our priority initiatives on Hispanic/Latinx populations.
Lead the ongoing development of a stakeholder engagement plan to drive DHHS’s work with Hispanic/Latinx stakeholder groups.
Work closely to develop, implement, and measure the success of a variety of engagement strategies including: virtual events, meetings between community members and policymakers, briefings, conferences, webinars, email campaigns, and social media chats.
Ensure that communications materials are made available to Hispanic/Latinx stakeholders in a linguistically and culturally competent manner.
Work across multiple divisions and teams to ensure that DHHS policies and initiatives, consider and incorporate the unique needs of Hispanic/Latinx populations into their design, implementation, and rollout.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:
Familiarity and existing relationships with NC’s key Hispanic/Latinx stakeholder groups and leaders.
Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and cultural competence required to build and maintain authentic, trust-based relationships with external Hispanic/Latinx stakeholders.
Ability to develop, execute, and adapt data-driven initiatives in a fast-paced and fluid environment.
Ability to collaborate across a wide variety of teams and initiatives in a cross-cutting function to ensure that all key DHHS initiatives are informed by a clear vision and strategy to optimize buy-in and effectiveness within the Hispanic/Latinx community
Familiarity with government business processes (e.g., procurement, finance) to operationalize strategies.
Demonstrated ability to translate ideation and problem identification into action and outcomes through creating processes and systems.
Fluency and excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of program experience related to the area of assignment, including one year of supervisory program experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sep 01, 2020
Full time
Director of Hispanic/Latinx Policy and Strategy
Salary $56,046.00 - $100,814.00 Annually
Location Wake County/Raleigh, North Carolina area
Job Type Permanent Full-Time, North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services/ Division/Section Secretary's Office Position
Job Number 20-06198
Closing 9/11/2020 5:00 PM Eastern Division
Description of Work
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs and helping North Carolinians achieve economic independence. The Office of the Secretary consists of the executive team that provides leadership to divisions, programs and offices administered by DHHS and establishes the overarching strategic plan, goals and objectives for the department. The Policy Office provides leadership in consulting, advising, reviewing and approving external and internal policies, directives, and procedures for DHHS. Salary Grade GN15; Salary Range $56,046.00 - $100,814.00 *This is an Exempt Policy Making position* Position Summary DHHS is seeking an experienced candidate that will serve as a key member of the leadership team. The Director of Hispanic/Latinx Policy and Strategy will provide leadership and strategic direction for the design and implementation of strategies to ensure that the Department’s priority initiatives, particularly those related to the COVID-19 pandemic, are created in partnership with the Hispanic/Latinx community. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engaging and partnering with Hispanic/Latinx communities to maximize program effectiveness. Job Specific Responsibilities
Build trusted advisor relationships with DHHS leaders to elevate and embed strategies across work streams that meet the needs of Hispanic/Latinx people in North Carolina.
Proactively identify, define, and champion new opportunities for engaging and partnering with Hispanic/Latinx communities to build comprehensive, cross-system strategies to improve the health, safety and well-being of Hispanic/Latinx people.
Develop key performance indicators to track the effectiveness of DHHS’s Hispanic/Latinx strategy and the impact of our priority initiatives on Hispanic/Latinx populations.
Lead the ongoing development of a stakeholder engagement plan to drive DHHS’s work with Hispanic/Latinx stakeholder groups.
Work closely to develop, implement, and measure the success of a variety of engagement strategies including: virtual events, meetings between community members and policymakers, briefings, conferences, webinars, email campaigns, and social media chats.
Ensure that communications materials are made available to Hispanic/Latinx stakeholders in a linguistically and culturally competent manner.
Work across multiple divisions and teams to ensure that DHHS policies and initiatives, consider and incorporate the unique needs of Hispanic/Latinx populations into their design, implementation, and rollout.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:
Familiarity and existing relationships with NC’s key Hispanic/Latinx stakeholder groups and leaders.
Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and cultural competence required to build and maintain authentic, trust-based relationships with external Hispanic/Latinx stakeholders.
Ability to develop, execute, and adapt data-driven initiatives in a fast-paced and fluid environment.
Ability to collaborate across a wide variety of teams and initiatives in a cross-cutting function to ensure that all key DHHS initiatives are informed by a clear vision and strategy to optimize buy-in and effectiveness within the Hispanic/Latinx community
Familiarity with government business processes (e.g., procurement, finance) to operationalize strategies.
Demonstrated ability to translate ideation and problem identification into action and outcomes through creating processes and systems.
Fluency and excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of program experience related to the area of assignment, including one year of supervisory program experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.