The Community Engagement Organizer – Environmental Justice will lead advocacy, policy, and community engagement efforts at ULMS to address environmental justice issues disproportionately impacting BIPOC and marginalized communities. This role seeks a candidate with a passion for environmental justice, policy-making experience, and expertise in event planning and community forum facilitation. The organizer will analyze and track environmental policies and issues related to air and water quality, climate justice, and environmental health disparities, educating staff and the community while developing civic engagement initiatives that empower residents to advocate for cleaner, healthier communities. This position will lead environmental justice events and other engagement activities as assigned, ensuring that historically disenfranchised communities have a voice in decision-making processes. The organizer will also actively participate in and facilitate recurring tabling events across King County and Seattle, building grassroots momentum for environmental advocacy at the local level.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in a related fields: Environmental Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, or related disciplines strongly preferred
1+ years of experience in environmental advocacy, policymaking, event planning, or community engagement.
Knowledge of environmental justice issues, climate policy, and legislative advocacy.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with experience engaging diverse audiences.
Ability to organize and facilitate community forums and workshops on environmental justice topics.
Commitment to equity, environmental justice, and social impact. • Self-motivated, independent worker with strong project management skills.
Flexible schedule availability, including evenings and weekends

If you are passionate about environmental justice, civic engagement, and policy advocacy, we encourage you to apply!

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Deep understanding of environmental policies, governmental processes, and policy development.
Experience in coalition-building with environmental justice organizations, lawmakers, and community groups.
Familiarity with environmental racism and its impact on Black and other marginalized communities

ULMS Total Compensation

** Most Benefits will take effect on the 1st of the month following a 60-day waiting period

Medical - $8,741.40 per year
Dental - $570 per year
Vision - $65.04 per year
Group Life & ADD - $41.70 per year
Employee Assistance Program - $57.60 per year
403(b) retirement - $100 per month
Health & Fitness Benefit - $419.88 per year
LinkedIn Learning Account
Professional Development Funds – up to $1500 per year for approved professional development activities

Paid Time Off

~ 3.5 weeks of PTO accrued annually during first 24 months of employment
8 annual personal holiday/health and wellness days*
11 paid holidays + 6 day paid winter holiday break

At Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our program participants, and our community. ULMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment or services on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

Flexible work from home options available.

Compensation: $28.95 - $28.95 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What does the Urban League Do?

With a vision of equity for all, the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS) empowers those we serve by providing programming and services designed to support and encourage self-sufficiency in all aspects of life. Our areas of focus include advocacy & community engagement, education, entrepreneurship, housing, public health equity, and workforce development.

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