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Climate Resilience Organizer
Status: Full Time, Exempt
Reports to: Program Director
Location: Eugene, Oregon. Remote/Hybrid workplace. Must reside in Oregon.
Salary Range: $45,000-$50,000 (plus an additional $500 bilingual pay for fluent Spanish speakers)
Benefits: Health Insurance, Retirement Match, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Flexible Hybrid Schedule
Disclaimer: Compensation, benefits, and working conditions for this position may be subject to the terms of a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the employer and the representing union.
About Beyond Toxics
Beyond Toxics amplifies the voices of Oregon communities most impacted by pollution and climate change. Our community-driven work challenges decision-makers to confront the systemic and historic roots of environmental injustice. We advocate for clean air, water and soil by urging all levels of government to strengthen public health policies that prioritize Oregon’s frontline communities. We strive to empower communities to advance policies that ensure fair, inclusive, and equitable access to healthy environments for all.
Position Overview
The Climate Justice Organizer advances Beyond Toxics’ work in environmental and climate justice, decarbonization, air quality, and sustainable energy transitions. This role emphasizes community organizing, coalition building, and advocacy that prioritizes BIPOC and low-income communities disproportionately affected by climate change, pollution, and environmental health disparities.
The Organizer builds trusting relationships with impacted communities, supports grassroots leadership, and helps communities influence decision-making around climate action and environmental protection. Work includes community organizing, policy advocacy, coalition engagement, public education, and program management for community projects such as pollinator plots, garden programs, and community resilience initiatives supporting clean energy, home weatherization, and climate emergency preparedness.
Key Responsibilities
Community Organizing & Engagement
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Build grassroots organizing campaigns in climate-impacted and environmental justice communities.
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Develop relationships with BIPOC and low-income community members to co-create climate solutions.
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Utilize a range of organizing strategies (ex/ door-to-door canvassing, testimony prep, phone banking, 1:1 meetings, forums, community meetings and strategic collaborations).
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Manage community grassroots projects such as community garden plots and community resilience workshops.
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Support Beyond Toxics’ clean energy and community resilience projects, including outreach to low-income families in need of home weatherization, energy rebates, cooling units, and other measures to protect public health during wildfire smoke and extreme heat.
Policy & Advocacy
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Represent Beyond Toxics in local and state-level climate and energy coalitions.
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Provide updates and recommendations to staff and leadership on climate, energy, and environmental policy.
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Give testimony and public comments to elected officials and agencies on behalf of impacted communities.
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Stay current on climate, energy, and equity policy developments.
Education & Outreach
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Design and facilitate community workshops, training, and educational materials on climate justice and resiliency.
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Ensure all materials and events reflect community-identified needs and are culturally responsive.
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Represent Beyond Toxics at community events, educational forums, and public activities.
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Provide guidance and resources to community members about accessing energy efficiency rebates, home upgrades, and clean energy opportunities.
Coalition & Partnership Development
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Build strategic partnerships with nonprofits, coalitions, and advocacy networks across Oregon.
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Maintain effective communication with key stakeholders, donors, and community members.
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Elevate the social and environmental justice dimensions of climate policy within coalitions.
Administrative & Team Responsibilities
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Develop work plans, track progress, and maintain accurate records.
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Support grant deliverables and reporting requirements.
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Contribute to organizational communications (reports, newsletters, social media, and press).
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Supervise volunteers and interns as needed.
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Attend weekly staff meetings and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
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Participate in organizational events and support additional projects when requested (ex/ Rise As Leaders).
Required Skills & Qualifications
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Strong background in grassroots or community organizing.
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Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
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Ability to work with and communicate respectfully with people, with a focus on BIPOC and historically marginalized communities.
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Strong attention to detail.
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Event planning, facilitation, and coalition participation experience.
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Strong writing skills for testimony, outreach, and educational content.
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Valid Oregon Driver’s License.
Preferred Skills:
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Bilingual (Spanish/English) or strong interest in bilingual development.
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Familiarity with Oregon’s environmental policy landscape.
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Knowledge of environmental justice, climate policy, and public health intersections.
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Experience with community-led education and participatory decision-making.
Physical Requirements
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Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
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Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds on occasion.
How to Apply
We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, which may include those with less traditional backgrounds or experiences. If you believe you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and share your unique qualifications with us.
Submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to [email protected] with the subject line “Climate Resilience Organizer” In your cover letter, please describe your community organizing experience and your commitment to environmental justice.
Equity and Inclusion Statement
Beyond Toxics knows that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills makes us stronger and more effective. Candidates who meet some, but not all qualifications are still encouraged to apply. We are committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued and supported.
As an equal opportunity employer, Beyond Toxics ensures fair and unbiased opportunities for all applicants and staff. We welcome candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.
BEYOND TOXICS NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
This policy states Beyond Toxics’ position on discrimination.
Beyond Toxics values and supports diversity in principle and practice. There shall be no barriers to full and equal participation and/or employment in this organization on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, marital status, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, national origin or source of legal income.
This policy will be followed by Beyond Toxics’ governing board, staff, volunteers, outside vendors, consultants, and contractors and will be applied to members and those served by the organization.
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