As the largest environmental group in Texas organizing support through door-to-door canvassing, grassroots is both who we are and what we do. Amongst other landmark victories, we've recently accomplished:

• Fort Worth-based Pier 1 Imports phasing out out toxic flame retardants in their furniture
• Houston Mayor Annise Parker bringing curbside recycling to all Houston households
• Rayovac publicly announcing its support for manufacturer-led battery recycling programs

Our dedicated year-round presence in our community, and the crucial grassroots organizing that we do every day, has resulted in monumental changes in our state and local environmental policies, and we've held polluters accountable for their actions! TCE has truly pioneered a community-based structure of organizing. 

If you're looking for a way to make an impact in the community, earn a living, and to create tangible change for the planet this is the right job for you!

As a TCE Organizer, you will be responsible for creating relationships within designated community areas of the city and building our grassroots base of supporters. The Organizer will be held to high expectations of performance with weekly and monthly goals for various organizing activities, including:

• Grassroots door-to-door canvassing
• Membership recruitment, fundraising and letter-writing campaigns
• Community outreach and coalition-building
• Identifying voters and volunteers
• Planning and participating in demonstrations and political actions
• Testifying at public hearings and events

BENEFITS

• Medical and dental insurance coverage
• Paid vacation, paid sick days and paid holidays
• Rapid advancement and management training
• Opportunities for travel throughout Texas and the U.S., including national and regional conferences
• Two weeks paid vacation per year, paid holidays and sick days.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High-level relationship building skills with the ability to build consensus, engage a wide range of diverse stakeholders and allies, and navigate complex community and political dynamics.
• Ability to work independently, problem solve, and manage time and priorities.
• Good listening, speaking, and writing communication skills.
• Team-player.
• Genuine commitment to the environment, progressive politics, and the vision of a just and equitable society.
• Some related non-profit, political, or volunteer experience is preferred but not required.
• Bilingual skills a plus.

HOURS

Full-time: Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Part-time positions available (minimum 3 weekdays; hours are still 2pm-10pm).

PAY

$450/week+ (Full-time) $360/week+ (4 days) $270/week+ (3 days) - Bonuses available depending on fundraising success

It is the policy of TCE to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, TCE will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.