412 JUSTICE campaigns for good jobs, an excellent and inclusive school system, strong and healthy communities, and corporate accountability. Together, we fight for social justice and tackle the racial, gender, and economic inequality that holds back working families. Working with us is demanding and exciting. Help us build a movement to change Pennsylvania. 412 Justice is a Western PA Base-Building organization that promotes economic justice through racial justice lens

. We believe justice is inclusive and interconnected, and that we only win together. Our motto is We Build, We Rise, We Win!

About the Position: 

412 Justice seeks a part-time Environmental Justice Outreach Specialist to build relationships in communities across Allegheny County and the Mon Valley, establish and strengthen community chapters, and develop local leaders who can identify community priorities and help organize successful issue-based campaigns. This position will have a particular focus on building relationships and supporting grassroots organizing in Clairton and Braddock, Pennsylvania.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

The part-time Environmental Justice Outreach Specialist performs a range of duties focused on empowering people most impacted by our under-regulated and toxic economic system. This position supports residents in standing up for themselves, organizing with their families, friends, and neighbors, and using their collective voices to win lasting change that advances community health, strengthens local resources, and builds political power.

This is a part-time position with the following responsibilities:

• Identify, recruit, and build relationships with front line residents and community members directly impacted by environmental injustices.
• Build membership and assess community support for organizational campaigns and initiatives.
• Support the planning and execution of large-scale member engagement activities, including public hearings, lobby days, monthly meetings, workshops, and rallies.
• Mobilize members through house meetings, one-on-one conversations, phone banking, and door-to-door canvassing.
• Maintain and update campaign outreach lists, membership records, and data systems.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, demonstrating the ability to take initiative and lead when needed, while also supporting and following the direction of others.

Qualifications: 

• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures, build relationships, and encourage others to take risks and work toward meaningful change.
• Demonstrated commitment to social and racial justice, with an understanding of the challenges facing communities of color, immigrant communities, and low- and moderate-income families.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to demonstrate leadership in both large and small group settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team where roles and responsibilities may shift depending on the needs of the work.
• Flexibility to work hours based on event schedules, workload, and the availability of residents, including evenings and weekends. The regular schedule is 20 hours per week, with flexibility to adjust weekly hours as needed.
• Strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and a results-oriented approach to completing work.
• Ability to own and operate a vehicle, willingness to travel, and ability to navigate the city independently. Occasional in-state travel is required, and applicants should expect opportunities for out-of-state travel for training and member activities. 412 Justice provides mileage reimbursement at the federal rate, per-diem, and lodging for approved work-related travel away from home.

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):

• Experience working on environmental justice or environmental issues.
• Knowledge of environmental policy, advocacy, or community organizing.

Compensation:

412 Justice offers an hourly rate of $18-22, based on experience. The position also includes mileage reimbursement and access to professional development opportunities as they become available.

Equal Opportunity: 

412 JUSTICE is an equal opportunity employer. 412 JUSTICE does not discriminate against or tolerate harassment of any employee because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, any other basis prohibited by law, or protected activity under the anti-discrimination statutes.

Location: Southwestern Pennsylvania / Pittsburgh/ Mon Valley

To Apply: Send a resume and cover letter explaining your interest to operations@412justice.org. Please include the words Part Time Environmental Justice Outreach Specialist in the title of your email.