Climate Jobs National Resource Center

The Climate Jobs National Resource Center (CJNRC) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Director committed to building a clean energy economy at the scale science demands, creating good union careers, and reversing racial and economic inequality.   CJNRC is a labor-led organization at the forefront of the fight to combat the climate crisis and reverse racial and economic inequality.  CJNRC is the hub of a growing network of union-led, state-based climate jobs coalitions, providing unions with the information, support, and expertise to lead on climate action. The coalitions we support are organizing to build a clean energy economy at the scale and pace that climate science demands, create and expand access to good union jobs in under-resourced communities, and advance equity.  CJNRC and our network of coalitions are at the leading edge of both workers’ rights and climate action, two defining issues of our time. The coalitions have helped pass the nation’s most ambitious climate policies, won the strongest labor and equity standards for clean energy workers in the country, and built winning campaigns for worker-centered and equity-focused climate investments and good union jobs that will transform the future of the US economy. Responsibilities:  The Legal Director oversees a team of staff attorneys and plays a key leadership role in supporting CJNRC’s work to develop legal and legislative strategies in collaboration with coalitions and stakeholders.  This position works closely with and supervises the day-to-day work of CJNRC’s staff attorneys and reports to the General Counsel, and performs work for the CJNRC Action Fund.  The Legal Director also coordinates with CJNRC’s Policy, Campaigns, and Communications teams at the national level. Specific Responsibilities include: Program support: CJNRC is dedicated to educating about and advocating for state and local initiatives. This role will lead and develop our program by working with a team of three staff attorneys to analyze applicable procurement laws, laws and regulations governing labor standards, and laws governing restrictions on local legislative initiatives, and the federal, interstate regulation of energy. The attorney hired for this position will help identify legal strategies and a wide variety of obstacles that need to be overcome to advance our vision and will oversee the work of staff attorneys to ensure the excellence of our legal work. Institutional support: CJNRC operates in a highly regulated area. A number of federal, state and local laws will affect its work or impose burdens that it must meet. Analysis of these regulations and navigating the regulatory shoals they create is an important part of the legal work.  Management:  CJNRC is committed to the support and development of our staff.  In addition to supervising the day-to-day work of the staff attorneys, this position will work with each attorney to ensure their professional development and to identify areas for growth that serves our program and mission.  The Legal Director will also support the General Counsel on a variety of organizational and corporate matters.    Qualifications A demonstrated commitment to progressive economic, social, environmental, gender, and racial justice, a familiarity with the issues that are central to CJNRC’s work and vision, and a commitment to community and labor organizing 10 to 15 years of relevant legal experience and demonstrated experience managing teams A demonstrated interest in supporting strategic campaigns, policy or research for unions and other advocacy organizations. Familiarity with corporate research, financial analysis, and employment law  Strong technical research and legal writing skills including for non-legal audiences  Demonstrated ability to work effectively in politically sensitive and high-pressure environments and with diverse teams Willingness to travel occasionally Willingness to work in a fully remote context Working conditions: This is a full-time exempt position that works remotely. Long hours will be required on occasion. The position may require occasional travel. CJNRC follows public health guidance related to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Compensation: The salary range for the position is $150-180,000/year depending upon the candidate’s experience. CJNRC offers an excellent benefits package that includes employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for full-time staff and their qualified dependents, a voluntary dependent care assistance program, and generous time off. To Apply:  Send application with resume, cover letter, and a short writing sample as a single document, to: dfitzpatrick@bredhoff.com .  Please use the subject line “Legal Director.” This position is open until filled; however, the posting/acceptance of applications may close at any time. Job descriptions do not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of every activity or responsibility that is required CJNRC is committed to equal opportunity, and to a diverse and equitable workplace, and encourages applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, genders and gender identities, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and veteran status. We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core organizational values and objectives to apply.

The Climate Jobs National Resource Center (CJNRC) is a labor-led organization at the forefront of the fight to combat the climate crisis and reverse racial and economic inequality.  CJNRC is the hub of a growing network of union-led, state-based climate jobs coalitions, providing unions with the information, support, and expertise to lead on climate action. The coalitions we support are organizing to build a clean energy economy at the scale and pace that climate science demands, create and expand access to good union jobs in under-resourced communities, and advance equity.  CJNRC and our network of coalitions are at the leading edge of both workers’ rights and climate action, two defining issues of our time. The coalitions have helped pass the nation’s most ambitious climate policies, won the strongest labor and equity standards for clean energy workers in the country, and built winning campaigns for worker-centered and equity-focused climate investments and good union jobs that will transform the future of the US economy. To advance this crucial work, CJNRC is seeking a Wisconsin-based organizer to drive our efforts in Wisconsin to educate the public about the full potential of the historic federal climate investments enacted in recent years, including most recently the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). These historic legislative achievements could support over $3 trillion of new investment. These investments can support good union jobs and expand inclusive opportunity while building the new renewable energy infrastructure and creating the momentum to go further and do more.  This position is based in the State of Wisconsin, requires in-person work, and reports to CJNRC’s Wisconsin State Director.  The Wisconsin Lead Organizer will work closely with CJNRC’s staff and with state partners and allied organizations. The successful candidate is an experienced and visionary campaigner with a deep commitment to building the labor movement and fighting the climate crisis who can take initiative and work in highly collaborative environments. The Wisconsin Lead Organizer is a full time, one-year term position.  Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:  The Lead Organizer will focus on identifying, researching, and tracking priority clean energy projects in Wisconsin and building a comprehensive body of field-based data on those projects.   The position will work with Wisconsin unions to assess the projects, and to gain access to the projects and members working on the projects for purposes of exploring potential communications about  the creation of high quality union jobs in clean energy industries that deliver tangible, economic and human impacts.  The Lead Organizer will work with Wisconsin unions to identify “stuck” union IRA-supported projects and organize in support of getting the projects moving, through successful local siting, zoning, permitting, and other policy, regulatory, and/or public opinion fights. Depending on the need, responsibilities may include organizing affiliates and allies to drive support for projects, catalyzing campaign activity on employers and channeling technical support from unions, CJNRC, and other national allies. The Organizer will work with the supervisor to develop, assess, and recommend additional campaign, advocacy and public education initiatives as appropriate. Working conditions: This is a full-time position based in Wisconsin, and it requires extensive in-person work. Long hours will be required on occasion. The position will require travel. CJNRC follows public health guidance related to the Covid-19 pandemic. Compensation: The salary range for this position is $90,000-98,200. CJNRC offers an excellent benefits package that includes employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for full-time staff and their qualified dependents, a voluntary dependent care assistance program, and generous time off. To Apply:  Send application with Resume and Cover Letter as a single document to: hiring@cjnrc.org with the subject line “WI Lead Organizer.” This position is open until filled; however, the posting/acceptance of applications may close at any time. Job descriptions do not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of every activity or responsibility that is required. CJNRC is committed to equal opportunity, and encourages applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, genders, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and veteran status. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core organizational values and objectives to apply.

Title: Offshore Wind Field Campaigner I Location: Remote Status: Full-time The Climate Jobs National Resource Center (CJNRC) is a labor-led organization at the forefront of the fight to combat the climate crisis and reverse racial and economic inequality.  CJNRC is the hub of a growing network of union-led, state-based climate jobs coalitions, providing unions with the information, support, and expertise to lead on climate action. The coalitions we support are organizing to build a clean energy economy at the scale and pace that climate science demands, create and expand access to good union jobs in under-resourced communities, and advance equity.  CJNRC and our network of coalitions are at the leading edge of both workers’ rights and climate action, two defining issues of our time. The coalitions have helped pass the nation’s most ambitious climate policies, won the strongest labor and equity standards for clean energy workers in the country, and built winning campaigns for worker-centered and equity-focused climate investments and good union jobs that will transform the future of the US economy. To advance this crucial work, CJNRC is hiring a Offshore Wind Field Campaigner I to participate in strategy development and goal-setting with state climate jobs coalitions and unions, and build grassroots coalitions in support of offshore wind development as a source of renewable energy and of domestic union construction and manufacturing jobs. Offshore wind has the potential to significantly reduce carbon emissions, create thousands of good union jobs across the United States, and revitalize domestic manufacturing. The Biden Administration has established a goal of developing 30GW of offshore wind by 2030, moving quickly to issue leases for new offshore wind areas while progressive state governments advance their own ambitious offshore wind programs. The Offshore Wind Field Campaigner will coordinate and support statewide and local campaigns to build crucial support for the rapid development of offshore wind as well as increased investment in the domestic offshore wind supply chain. Working with state climate jobs coalitions and unions, the Field Campaigner will build coalitions with ally organizations in the environmental, environmental justice and climate justice movements to build broad support for pro-worker offshore wind policies. The Field Campaigner I will report to the CJNRC Director of Strategic Campaigns and Offshore Wind Campaign Director. Key Responsibilities: Lead engagement with state Climate Jobs coalitions and unions in Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina to develop, drive, and win state campaigns in support of pro-worker offshore wind policies and to overcome local and state opposition; Collaborate with the CJNRC offshore wind team and state coalitions and unions in tracking state and local offshore wind developments, project approvals, policy issues, and opportunities for regulatory intervention; Coordinate education and mobilization of rank and file union members in key geographies; Recruit and train member activists and spokespeople; Engage with ally organizations in the labor, environmental, environmental justice, and climate justice movements to build broad support for pro-worker offshore wind policies; Collaborate with CJNRC national staff and state coalition leaders to identify state coalition needs and build state coalition capacity. Qualifications: The Offshore Wind Field Campaigner I does not need to have prior experience with offshore wind policy or technologies; A strong commitment to progressive social change, racial justice, and a familiarity with the issues that are central to CJNRC’s work and vision; At least two years of experience as an organizer or campaigner for unions, political campaigns, advocacy organizations, or grassroots community organizations;  Strong critical thinking skills; Ability to work effectively in politically-sensitive and high-pressure environments; Demonstrated commitment to labor and/or community organizing; Ability to work independently; Effective time management skills, including prioritizing and managing multiple tasks, with light supervision. Working conditions: This is a full-time, remote position, based in the Mid-Atlantic region. Long hours will be required on occasion. The position will require frequent travel throughout the United States . CJNRC will follow public health guidance related to the Covid-19 pandemic.   Compensation: The salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,300 . CJNRC offers an excellent benefits package that includes employer-paid medical and dental plans for full-time staff and their qualified dependents, life insurance, a dependent care assistance program, and generous time off. To Apply:  Send application with a RESUME and COVER LETTER as a SINGLE DOCUMENT: hiring@cjnrc.org with the subject line “OSW Field Campaigner I” This position is open until filled; however, the posting/acceptance of applications may close at any time. Job descriptions do not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of every activity or responsibility that is required. CJNRC is committed to equal opportunity, and encourages applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, genders, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and veteran status. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core organizational values and objectives to apply.

About Climate Jobs National Resource Center The Climate Jobs National Resource Center (CJNRC) is a labor-led organization at the forefront of the fight to combat the climate crisis and reverse racial and economic inequality. CJNRC is the hub of a growing network of union-led, state-based climate jobs coalitions, providing unions with the information, support, and expertise to lead on climate action. The coalitions we support are organizing to build a clean energy economy at the scale and pace that climate science demands, create and expand access to good union jobs in under-resourced communities, and advance equity. CJNRC and our network are at the leading edge of both workers’ rights and climate action, two defining issues of our time. Climate jobs coalitions have helped pass the nation’s most ambitious climate policies, won the strongest labor and equity standards for clean energy workers in the country, and built winning campaigns for worker-centered and equity-focused climate investments and good union jobs that will transform the future of the US economy. Job Description CJNRC is seeking a Communications Strategist II to join our Communications Department. The Communications Strategist II will be primarily responsible for developing and executing earned media strategy to advance a pro-worker narrative on climate and promote union-led climate jobs campaigns, perspectives, and priorities. The Communications Strategist II will work closely with CJNRC’s campaigns, legal, and policy departments and support a nationwide network of unions and state-based climate jobs coalitions, identifying opportunities to secure positive coverage and amplifying the voices of workers leading the charge to build a clean energy economy powered by union jobs. The Communications Strategist II will play a critical role in CJNRC’s Communications Department, continually surveying the media landscape for upcoming opportunities and challenges—and working with colleagues within and outside the department to develop strategies for responding to them, often on tight deadlines.  This position reports to the Director of Communications. Description of Duties, including but not limited to: Develop and implement comprehensive press plans to promote climate jobs campaigns, initiatives, and priorities; Serve as the primary point of contact for all media inquiries; Support a network of union-led coalitions, working collaboratively with unions and leaders to develop earned media and communications plans for state and local campaigns; Write and distribute press memos and backgrounders, releases, advisories, and other communications materials, translating dense policy concepts into digestible messaging that resonates with press and the general public;  Pitch stories to reporters, producers, and editors to secure favorable coverage (TV, radio, online and print); Cultivate, maintain and expand relationships with key journalists, editors, bookers, opinion leaders, and others who regularly cover climate, clean energy, and labor issues in national, regional and local outlets; Prepare spokespeople for interviews and public appearances, including drafting talking points and providing formal media training and informal prep sessions prior to each interview or event; Monitor relevant trends and developments in media and culture, and identify opportunities and suggest strategies for positioning unions and climate jobs coalitions in the field; Monitor relevant media coverage and provide daily reports to CJNRC leadership; Perform other duties and special projects as needed; Occasional travel for events and campaigns. Experience and Qualifications A strong commitment to progressive social change, racial justice, a familiarity with the issues that are central to CJNRC’s work and vision; Minimum four years of experience in media relations or journalism; preferably for a labor union or allied advocacy organization; Successful track record of developing and executing communications strategies and campaigns in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment;  Strong experience in media and press strategy including print, broadcast and digital; Experience in advocacy and organizing is preferred; Strong interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to operate professionally under pressure with a team mentality;   Exceptional writing, editing, messaging, and verbal communication skills with sharp attention to detail; Strong verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively; Proficiency with databases and PR software such as Meltwater and Cision; Strong organizational skills and ability to manage large volumes of projects, tasks, and files;  Self-starter, can work independently and remotely, set and reach individual goals, and handle a variety of personalities in collaborative environments; Willingness to work outside of standard work hours when breaking news occurs; Existing press relationships is a plus; Experience with social media and digital communications, including live-streaming and video content creation a plus, but not a requirement. Experience with Wordpress or other content management systems a plus; Fluency or proficiency in Spanish a plus. Working conditions: This is a full-time, remote position. Long and irregular hours will be required on occasion. The position will require some travel. CJNRC will follow public health guidance related to the Covid-19 pandemic. Compensation: The salary range for this position is $90,000 – $98,200. CJNRC offers an excellent benefits package that includes employer-paid medical and dental plans for full-time staff and their qualified dependents, life insurance, a dependent care assistance program, and time off. To Apply: Send your application with a cover letter, resume, and links to at least three press clips (stories or opinion pieces) that you helped pitch to hiring@cjnrc.org , with the subject line “ Communications Strategist II - Press” . This position is open until filled. Job descriptions do not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of every activity or responsibility that is required. CJNRC is committed to equal opportunity, and encourages applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, genders, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and veteran status. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core organizational values and objectives to apply.

About Climate Jobs National Resource Center The Climate Jobs National Resource Center (CJNRC) is a labor-led organization at the forefront of the fight to combat the climate crisis and reverse racial and economic inequality. CJNRC is the hub of a growing network of union-led, state-based climate jobs coalitions, providing unions with the information, support, and expertise to lead on climate action. The coalitions we support are organizing to build a clean energy economy at the scale and pace that climate science demands, create and expand access to good union jobs in under-resourced communities, and advance equity. CJNRC and our network are at the leading edge of both workers’ rights and climate action, two defining issues of our time. Climate jobs coalitions have helped pass the nation’s most ambitious climate policies, won the strongest labor and equity standards for clean energy workers in the country, and built winning campaigns for worker-centered and equity-focused climate investments and good union jobs that will transform the future of the US economy. About the job CJNRC is seeking a Communications Strategist II to join our Communications Department. The Communications Strategist II will support the development and implementation of strategic communications plans that advance a pro-worker narrative on climate and promote union-led climate jobs campaigns, perspectives, and priorities. The Communications Strategist II will work closely with CJNRC’s campaigns, legal, and policy departments to support campaign communication strategies and tactics with a nationwide network of unions and state-based climate jobs coalitions, identifying opportunities to secure strategic coverage and amplifying the voices of workers leading the charge to build a clean energy economy powered by union jobs. The ideal candidate is an experienced campaign communicator with a deep commitment to building the labor movement and fighting the climate crisis. The Communications Strategist II will play a critical role in CJNRC’s Communications Department and will work closely and collaboratively with state-based climate jobs coalition staff and leadership. This position reports to the Deputy Communications Director. Description of Duties, including but not limited to: Support implementation of communications strategies and tactics in collaboration with campaign staff and coalitions to win pro-worker, pro-climate policies at the state and local levels; Serve as a resource and partner to state coalition leadership and staff, providing ongoing communications support; Write and distribute communications materials, including press releases, advisories, op-eds and letters to the editor, memos, social media copy, backgrounders, messaging guidance, and other communications materials for campaigns, often translating dense policy concepts into digestible messaging that resonates with press and the general public;  Support state-coalitions with pitching stories to reporters, producers, and editors to secure favorable coverage (TV, radio, online and print); Prepare climate jobs spokespeople for interviews and public appearances, including drafting talking points and providing formal media training and informal prep sessions prior to each interview or event; Develop social media plans and content, including video and graphics; Monitor relevant trends and developments in media and culture, and identify opportunities and suggest strategies for positioning unions and climate jobs coalitions in the field; Perform other duties and special projects as needed; Occasional travel for events and campaigns. Experience and Qualifications A strong commitment to progressive social change, racial justice, a familiarity with the issues that are central to CJNRC’s work and vision; Three years of experience as a communicator, preferably for a labor union or allied advocacy organization; Campaign communications experience, familiarity with working collaboratively with field, campaigns, policy, and legal in developing and executing communications strategies and tactics;  Experience working with the media including print, broadcast and digital; Familiarity with digital organizing and social media, including live-streaming and video content creation; Strong interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to operate professionally in a team environment;   Exceptional writing, editing, messaging, and verbal communication skills with sharp attention to detail; Strong verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively; Proficiency with databases and PR software such as Meltwater and Cision; Strong organizational skills and ability to manage large volumes of projects, tasks, and files; Self-starter, can work independently and remotely, set and reach individual goals, and handle a variety of personalities in collaborative environments; Willingness to work outside of standard work hours when breaking news occurs; Experience with Wordpress or other content management systems a plus; Fluency or proficiency in Spanish a plus. Working conditions: This is a full-time, remote position. Long hours will be required on occasion. The position will require some travel. CJNRC will follow public health guidance related to the Covid-19 pandemic. Compensation: The salary range for this position is $90,000 – $98,200. CJNRC offers an excellent benefits package that includes employer-paid medical and dental plans for full-time staff and their qualified dependents, life insurance, a dependent care assistance program, and time off. To Apply: Send your application with a cover letter, resume, and links to at least three examples of campaign communications materials (press clips you helped pitch, ghostwritten op-eds, links to compelling social media or video content) that you helped create to hiring@cjnrc.org , with the subject line “ Communications Strategist II” . This position is open until filled. Job descriptions do not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of every activity or responsibility that is required. CJNRC is committed to equal opportunity, and encourages applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, genders, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and veteran status. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core organizational values and objectives to apply.

The Climate Jobs National Resource Center (CJNRC) is a labor-led organization at the forefront of the fight to combat the climate crisis and reverse racial and economic inequality.  CJNRC is the hub of a growing network of union-led, state-based climate jobs coalitions, providing unions with the information, support, and expertise to lead on climate action. The coalitions we support are organizing to build a clean energy economy at the scale and pace that climate science demands, create and expand access to good union jobs in under-resourced communities, and advance equity.  CJNRC and our network of coalitions are at the leading edge of both workers’ rights and climate action, two defining issues of our time. The coalitions have helped pass the nation’s most ambitious climate policies, won the strongest labor and equity standards for clean energy workers in the country, and built winning campaigns for worker-centered and equity-focused climate investments and good union jobs that will transform the future of the US economy. To advance this crucial work, CJNRC is hiring a Deputy Policy Director to play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing climate change policies, with a specific emphasis on policies that drive investment in renewable and clean energy, including solar power, onshore and offshore wind power, storage technology, green hydrogen, thermal networks, distributed generation, and microgrids. The Deputy Director will also support federal, state, and local work on labor standards, such as prevailing wage, targeted hire, and apprenticeship. The Deputy Policy Director will report to the Policy Director and will work closely with other CJNRC national staff and state coalition staff and leadership. The successful candidate will have a strong background in public policy, advocacy, some grassroots organizing experience, a track record of successful involvement in new policy initiatives, as well as expertise in report writing, communication, and familiarity with corporate or project development finance, with a deep commitment to building the labor movement and fighting the climate crisis. Key Responsibilities:   Policy Development and Advocacy: Support staff working on the development and execution of (i) local, state, and federal climate change policy initiatives, focusing on ideas that encourage investment in renewable and clean energy and sustainable technologies and (ii) labor standards such as prevailing wage, targeted hire, and apprenticeship programs, working closely with local unions to promote pro-worker conditions in the clean energy sector. Research and Reporting: Conduct research on climate policies and labor standards, produce short and medium-length reports, and support communications to promote our organization's mission and influence policy discussions. Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, including policymakers, government agencies, industry partners, and local communities. Financial Analysis: Utilize financial analysis and Excel models to assess the economic viability of climate-related transactions and investments. Team Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance to the policy and research team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment. Qualifications: A minimum of 5 years of experience in public policy, advocacy, and/or grassroots organizing, with a proven track record of driving positive policy outcomes; A master’s degree in a relevant field or a JD; Expertise in state and federal climate change policy, with a strong focus on clean energy and sustainable technologies; Experience in advocating for labor standards such as prevailing wage and apprenticeship programs; Familiarity with financial analysis and Excel models for assessing climate-related transactions; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Experience working with local unions and strong stakeholder engagement skills are a plus; Management experience is a plus but not an essential qualification. Working conditions: This is a full-time, remote position based in the New York City metro area. Long hours will be required on occasion. The position will require some travel. CJNRC will follow public health guidance related to the Covid-19 pandemic. Compensation: The salary range for this position is $105,000-125,000. CJNRC offers an excellent benefits package that includes employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for full-time staff and their qualified dependents, a voluntary dependent care assistance program, and generous time off. To Apply:  Send application with Resume, Cover Letter, and writing sample to: hiring@cjnrc.org with the subject line “Deputy Policy Director.” This position is open until filled; however, preference will be given to applications received before December 5, 2023. The posting/acceptance of applications may close at any time thereafter. Job descriptions do not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of every activity or responsibility that is required. CJNRC is committed to equal opportunity, and encourages applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, genders, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and veteran status. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core organizational values and objectives to apply.

Climate Jobs New York is hiring a Senior Researcher/Policy Analyst for work throughout New York State.   The Research will support Climate Jobs New York’s work to win high road labor standards for the growing offshore wind industry including major components of the supply chain, the Carbon Free and Healthy Schools Campaign, and other campaigns.   The Researcher will also develop and support legislative and policy initiatives on clean, green and renewable energy projects to support high road labor standards.   The position will also build and maintain relationships with other organizations doing policy and campaign work to create good union jobs in the clean and renewable energy sectors. Climate Jobs New York is a coalition of unions advocating for large-scale investments in clean and renewable energy built, manufactured and operated by union workers under union agreements.   CJNY is committed to reducing economic inequality by fighting for good union jobs and to a just transition by creating pathways for workers of color and workers displaced by the transition away from fossil fuels to careers in the renewable energy sector.  Key Responsibilities include: Research, develop and implement comprehensive campaign tactics to support union CJNY and affiliate campaigns in the clean, green and renewable energy sectors Monitor and develop policy and legislative initiatives to support CJNY and affiliate campaigns to win high road labor standards in the clean, green and renewable energy sectors Represent Climate Jobs NY and engage with environmental, environmental justice, clergy, social justice organizations and elected officials and governmental agencies Produce fact sheets, talking points, background info, corporate profiles in support of CJNY campaign work Monitor and track industry trends, initiatives and policy Qualifications: 3-5 years research, policy, organizing or campaign experience on issue, political or labor campaigns A commitment to the labor movement, environmental justice, racial and gender equity Experience working on campaigns Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and in multi-cultural environments Ability to work independently Ability to work long and irregular hours Strong verbal and written communications skills Coalition experience a plus Spanish or Haitian Kreyol a plus This is a full-time position that may require some throughout Long Island and New York City, and occasionally to Albany.   The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000 .   CJNY provides an excellent benefits package. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@climatejobsny.org CJNY is committed to equal opportunity, and encourages applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, genders, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and veteran status.   We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core values and objectives to apply.

Climate Jobs NY is a coalition of labor unions united to advance a pro-worker, pro-climate agenda for New York. Climate Jobs NY seeks a bilingual (English & Spanish speaking) Communications Director . The Communications Director will lead campaign communications work for the coalition’s various campaigns, including efforts to win carbon-free and healthy public schools, union-built, maintained and manufactured offshore wind energy, and pro-worker and pro-climate policies that help tackle the dual crises of climate breakdown and inequality. Working closely with the coalition’s staff and union affiliates, the Communications Director will develop and execute strategic communications plans, lead press outreach and media cultivation, identify rapid response opportunities, develop a digital organizing and communications strategy, and work with union affiliates to lead spokesperson and storytelling trainings that position union members in New York as climate jobs leaders. The ideal candidate is skillful at developing communications and narrative strategy for labor unions or social justice organizations; well-versed in press strategy with a proven track record of pitching reporters; has experience with web design and social media and is deeply committed to racial, social, and economic justice. Key Responsibilities Include Strategic Communication Planning: Develop a comprehensive communications strategy to support ongoing campaign and advocacy work across the state. Campaign Leadership : Provide ongoing campaign support by securing news coverage, drafting talking points, press releases, digital content, advisories, fact sheets, rapid response materials, manage and maintain websites and social media accounts and provide press and communications training and workshops to union members and other allies. Work with campaigners to develop digital organizing and mobilization strategies. Prioritizing Worker Voice: The Communications Director will develop innovative ways to lift up the voices of union members and workers in all of our public communications. Press work : Obtain earned media coverage, produce paid media content, build relationships with reporters and editors Web and Social media work : Maintain organizational websites and campaign microsites, create content for social media platforms Other duties and responsibilities as needed.   Qualifications Three to five years of strategic communications experience in a labor, climate, or community advocacy setting; A commitment to the labor movement, environmental justice, racial and gender equity Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and in multi-cultural environments Proven ability to build relationships with reporters and history of successful rollouts and securing positive news coverage; A track record of success in building digital audiences and maintaining websites Strong writing skills in English and Spanish, with an interest in learning about a wide range of issues and the ability to convey and translate complex information for a variety of audiences; A working to advanced knowledge of prominent digital platforms including Action Network, and digital graphic design; An ability to work independently and juggle multiple priorities; Excellent communication skills: verbal and listening, writing, outgoing presentation, and the passion and presence to be a dynamic leader and connect with diverse audiences; Flexibility and potential to excel in a fast-paced and politically sensitive environment, and to respond quickly to changing circumstances (internally and externally); Ability to work long and sometimes irregular hours. This is a full-time position that may require travel throughout New York. The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000 per year. CJNY provides an excellent benefits package. To apply: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to info@climatejobsny.org with “Climate Jobs NY Communications Director” in the subject line.   Climate Jobs NY is committed to equal opportunity, and to considering applicants of all ages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and veteran or disability statuses. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences with a commitment to building collective union power and working for a better New York to apply.    

Climate Jobs New York is hiring an Offshore Wind Campaign Director for work throughout New York State.   The Director will lead Climate Jobs New York’s work to win labor standards and labor agreements for the growing offshore wind industry including major components of the supply chain.   Climate Jobs New York is a coalition of unions advocating for large-scale investments in clean and renewable energy built, manufactured and operated by union workers under union agreements.   CJNY is committed to reducing economic inequality by fighting for good union jobs and to a just transition by creating pathways for workers of color and workers displaced by the transition away from fossil fuels to careers in the renewable energy sector.   Key Responsibilities include: Lead campaign strategy to win labor standards and labor agreements for offshore wind in New York Represent Climate Jobs NY and engage with environmental, environmental justice, clergy, social justice organizations and elected officials Lead engagement with NY State agencies involved in procurement, regulation of renewable energy Track offshore wind projects and key supply chain components, project approvals, policy issues and opportunities for regulatory intervention Work with labor affiliates to develop climate activists and mobilize for campaign events Organize press events, actions and trainings in support of the campaign Qualifications: 3-5 years organizing/campaign experience on issue, political or labor campaigns A commitment to the labor movement, environmental justice, racial and gender equity Experience leading campaigns Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and in multi-cultural environments Ability to work independently Ability to work long and irregular hours Strong verbal and written communications skills Coalition experience a plus Spanish or Haitian Kreyol a plus   This is a full-time position that requires travel throughout Long Island and New York City, and occasionally to Albany.   The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000 .   CJNY provides an excellent benefits package. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@climatejobsny.org CJNY is committed to equal opportunity, and encourages applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, genders, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and veteran status.   We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core values and objectives to apply.