Paid Election Canvasser

Our Background Since our founding during the campaign to pass the landmark Clean Water Act in 1972, Clean Water Action has worked to win strong public health and environmental protections by bringing issue expertise, solution-oriented thinking and people power to the table. Our wide range of campaign priorities include water and air protections, environmental justice, sustainability, holding politicians and corporations accountable, and making democracy work. Recent victories include our successful campaign to block Trump Era rollbacks to the Clean Water Act, strong federal and state-level PFAS maximum contamination limits, and bans on single-use plastics across states and municipalities. In the 2024 election, Pennsylvania will not only have a major influence on the Presidential race, but control of our State House of Representatives hangs in the balance. Clean Water Action is committed to making sure our elected officials will protect the environment, public health, and democracy. Job Opportunity Clean Water Action is seeking passionate environmental activists to join our grassroots team in Pittsburgh beginning in early October through Election Day to help elect Clean Water Action endorsed candidates on the state and federal level. Transportation is provided to and from the communities where we organize. Shifts begin and end at our office in Pittsburgh. Shifts will be run Monday-Friday, 2pm-9pm. This is an in-person position. Responsibilities: · Conduct door-to-door organizing through issue and candidate education. · Motivate members of the public around environmental and public health issues · Support campaigns of Clean Water Action endorsed candidates Requirements · Exemplary communication skills · Motivational and public speaking skills · Strong passion for environmental issues and progressive political change · Personal motivation to make a difference · Election or issue-based canvassing experience (preferred but not required) Compensation · $19/hour * As an equal opportunity employer, Clean Water Action is dedicated to non-discrimination in every aspect of employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or any other ground prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. This equal opportunity policy applies to veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. This policy covers all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, terminations, pay, and the work environment. Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Pay: $21.00 per hour Expected hours: 33 per week Benefits: Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid training Compensation Package: Hourly pay Schedule: Evening shift Monday to Friday Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (Required) Ability to Commute: Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (Required) Work Location: In person