Chapter Coordinator
Columbus, OH / Cleveland, OH / Cincinnati, OH
Chapter – Ohio Chapter /
Regular - Part Time /
Remote
Job Title: Chapter Coordinator (30 hours per week)
Department: Sierra Club Ohio
Location: Cincinnati, Cleveland, or Columbus, OH
This position requires an ability to travel.
Reports To: Ohio Chapter Director
Supervises: N/A
Context: At the Sierra Club, we believe in the power of interdependence. Together, we remain committed to the fight for a healthy climate built on a foundation of environmental, racial, economic, and gender justice – a future where all people benefit from a healthy, thriving planet and a direct connection to nature. As the climate crisis and deeply entrenched systemic racism all fuel injustice, we will continue to fight for a bold, transformational agenda that recognizes the interconnectedness between our planet, our humanity, and our future. By recognizing that our destinies are tied, we continue to name that all things are fundamentally connected, and the overlap between ecology, race, gender, and representative government will move to either advance our collective humanity or to oppress it. Sierra Club has close to 800 staff across the country and a network of 64 local chapters that are led and fueled by thousands of volunteers. We are also proud to be a unionized employer, with three labor unions representing more than half of our employees.
Scope: The Sierra Club seeks a dynamic, collaborative, and equity-focused Chapter Coordinator to advance Sierra Club Ohio’s work. Sierra Club Ohio advocates for the protection of our land, air and water as well as a just and equitable transition from dirty, fossil fuels to a clean energy future for all.
The Chapter Coordinator is responsible for providing organizational management and administrative functions including the recruitment, training and supervision of volunteers, using training resources provided by National Sierra Club and supervision of the Chapter Director. This position will work with Chapter staff, volunteers and partners statewide to support communications via email campaigns, social media & web presence. This position supports regular communications, including monthly E-Newsletters, Chapter & Group mass emails, and communications that happen seasonally, such as during the legislative session. Implements programs and activities to enhance member effectiveness and involvement. Acts as an information resource for chapter volunteers and the general public; maintains the Chapters’ volunteer records.
Job activities include but are not limited to:
- Public Liaising: Responds to inquiries concerning membership, outings events, and environmental issues from the general public, members, and volunteers. Provides good public relations and customer service for the Club; Synthesizes and communicates communities’ needs and interests with regard to connecting to the outdoors and eliminating the nature equity gap.
- Volunteer Recruitment: Identifies and recruits a broader base of volunteers and leaders grounded in equity and justice practices that includes people from and representative of the demographics of communities where ICO operates.
- Volunteer Support: Assists Volunteer Leaders in coordinating meetings and preparing agendas as needed; Coordinates volunteer development programs, member outreach and services. Recruits and organizes volunteers. Compiles and maintains a directory of chapter and group leaders, issue activists, noting areas of interest and expertise.
- Volunteer Training: Trains and supports volunteers to meet agreed upon goals to best support transformational partnerships; Trains, supervises, and schedules volunteers and interns on office systems and functions, i.e. Campfire, E-Newsletter submission.
- Meeting Facilitation: Facilitates volunteer and community meetings and online events to engage supporters
- Representing Sierra Club Ohio: Attends meetings in the community on related Club issues and maintains communications with other organizations as determined by the Chapter’s leadership.
- Supports Fundraising: Assists with preparing electronic fundraising appeals, including with social media and email fundraising campaigns. Assists with preparing appropriate “Thank You” notes.
- Communications: Manages the Chapter’s digital communications, including website, social media sites, email communications and hosting Zoom meetings; Promotes ICO events and opportunities through posting updates and highlights on social media and other promotional platforms.
- Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.
The successful candidate must demonstrate the following skills, experience and competencies:
- Operational administration. You are able to learn and follow operational practices and you have excellent judgment on when an exception warrants escalation. Able to offer clear guidance to individuals engaged in any sort of financial transaction.
- Demonstrated leadership experience working within a team structure. Ability to interact effectively with volunteers, members, staff and the general public. Experience and skills in managing meetings, developing clear agendas. Demonstrated track record of communication in a timely, respectful manner during times of conflict and stress. Ability to work cooperatively with people of different backgrounds.
- Highly organized and attentive to detail. Demonstrated ability to work under your own initiative, handle multiple assignments simultaneously, and manage projects to completion.
- Proficient in digital tools. Experience developing PowerPoint presentations, one-pagers, fact-sheets, etc. Comfort with (or ability to quickly learn) using software and online tools, such as the Google Suite, Facebook and Twitter. Enthusiasm to learn new digital tools related to program tracking and planning - SmartVan, Salesforce, etc. Technical Proficiency with Communications Platforms and Systems, including websites, word processing, spreadsheets, Google applications, and database management.
- Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills. Able to produce compelling written and digital materials: aims for accuracy and attention to detail. Can learn, internalize, and incorporate our “voice” across platforms. Skilled in quickly digesting and summarizing material and in communicating with technical and lay audiences. Organizes and shares information effectively — whether writing an internal email or delivering a presentation — across different groups of diverse stakeholders.
- Issue Area Knowledge. Demonstrated commitment as well as some knowledge or experience with environmental issues.
- Equity Analysis and Practice. Demonstrated commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, justice and anti-oppression values. You are aware of your group identities and how they have shaped your life and experiences at work. You have an analysis of how racism and other forms of oppression in society impact relationships, systems and culture. You bring experience and skills for working effectively with colleagues across group identities and position/role.
- Work Ethics and Dependability. Ability to set and honor deadlines, follow through on commitments, and be responsive to a variety of communications styles. Flexibility to meet the needs of an ever-changing landscape.
- Committed to evolution. You are committed to continuously deepening and evolving your own understanding of systems of oppression through study, openness, and humility. And you easily recognize your own relationship to privilege and power, examining and shifting your behaviors as appropriate.
- Uplifting and additive. You see mistakes as opportunities for growth; problems as catalysts for solutions, and inspire others along the journey. You carry a constructive approach, can-do attitude, a sense of humor, and authentic kindness wherever you go.
The strongest candidates will also demonstrate the following skills, experience and competencies:
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities in an evolving environment.
- A visionary with an appreciation of the Outdoors and experience in helping others connect to the Outdoors.
- Ability to troubleshoot and manage group activities.
- Have experiences and ideas in creating spaces with others for achieving goals. The ability to form team structures with an emphasis on establishing balance and a welcoming community for all participants.
- Self-starter: willing to do the work under your own initiative with support.
$45,600 - $45,600 a year
Compensation and Benefits
The salary for this position is $45,600, non-negotiable (30 hours per week)
This position is represented by a collective bargaining unit and is subject to the terms and conditions of the contract between Sierra Club and Progressive Workers Union.
The Sierra Club offers a competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience plus excellent benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan.
This is a category 6 non-exempt represented position.
Sierra Club values the expertise and talents of foreign nationals. Sierra Club sponsors both nonimmigrant and immigrant visas when certain criteria are met, based on immigration laws and organizational needs. Such sponsorship is at the discretion of the Department Head and Sierra Club People Department in consultation with the employee’s manager. The Sierra Club cannot guarantee the approval of a visa petition. The Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce belonging.
To Apply
The Sierra Club provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all staff members. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, lived experience and skills. The Sierra Club does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, immigration status, socioeconomic status, ancestry, age, size, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, familial status, veteran status, disability, AIDS/HIV status, medical condition, prior conviction, arrest history, traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Sierra Club values applicants who are people that identify as Black, Indigenous, and other minoritized groups; women; queer, transgender, gender non-conforming, and gender fluid people.
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