Grassroots Campaign Staff

~ Citizens Campaign for the Environment (CCE) was formed in 1985 by a small group of concerned citizens who recognized the need to provide public involvement to advance stronger environmental policy. ~

Today, CCE has grown to an 80,000-member organization with offices in Farmingdale, NY, Albany, NY, Syracuse, NY, Buffalo, NY, and Hamden, CT. CCE continues to work to empower the public by providing members with opportunities to participate in the political process and thereby advance a strong environmental agenda.

CCE engages in extensive education, research, lobbying and public outreach. One of our primary goals is to help citizens increase their influence and participation in important environmental campaigns. Through such activism, the public has a stronger voice in the development of public policies and legislative agendas.

CCE's experienced program staff works to identify key environmental concerns in communities across New York State and Connecticut. By working with other organizations in diverse coalitions and through ongoing communication with local, state and federal elected officials and environmental and public health agencies, CCE has been successful in advancing programs that benefit the natural environment and public health. Our achievements through public involvement have resulted in greater awareness and protection of drinking water quality, preservation of open spaces, protection of beaches, bays, rivers and Great Lakes waters, advancing renewable energy and a reduction in pollutants that impair our air and water resources.

Position Overview

CCE is now hiring for full time entry level campaign staff in our Syracuse, Farmingdale, and Hamden offices, and part-time phone staff in Farmingdale, to educate the public on crucial environmental issues and to advance environmental policy at the local, state, and national level.

Working for CCE offers excellent opportunities for qualified, activist minded candidates interested in working for meaningful environmental change. Since 1985, CCE campaign staffers have gained valuable non-profit, advocacy, and campaign experience. Members of our dynamic and progressive team work in an upbeat and fun environment while gaining continuous training in environmental and political issues.

CCE is looking for upbeat, personable, articulate individuals to join our grassroots campaign staff to affect change on key environmental and public health issues. Join the fight to protect our shared earth. We only have one! CCE’s grassroots campaign staff educates and activates citizens and empowers the public to have a stronger voice in the development of public policies and legislative agendas.

Work Monday-Friday 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Inform and educate citizens on crucial environmental issues
• Inspire citizen activism through petition signing, membership, and letter writing to targeted public officials

Compensation: Syracuse: $400+/Wk

Benefits:

• Health Insurance for Full-Time Employees
• Advancement & Career Opportunities
• Attend National Conferences 
• Travel Opportunities
• Upbeat and Fun Work Environment
• Active Member of a Dynamic and Progressive Team
• Learn About Environmental and Political Issues
• Build strong Communication and Organizing Skills
• Expand Your Resume
• Work Outside (field staff)
• Make A Difference & Save the Planet!

To Apply

Please click "Apply" below to upload your cover letter and resume. Additionally, applicants may download our job application to prepare before coming in for a scheduled interview.