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Sampson County Project Coordinator
Environmental Justice · Clinton, North Carolina

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

The impacts of air pollution, including, but not limited to concentrated animal feeding operations and industrial sources, disproportionately impact the health of communities of color, low-income residents, and indigenous people in Eastern NC. Based in Sampson County, EJCAN and CANC are hiring a local Project Coordinator to aid in tasks associated with an air quality monitoring EPA established grant project. The project will provide the basis for developing and scaling the initiative as a state and national, evidence-based model of an air quality monitoring project based on the principles and practices of community partnerships, community engagement, quality data collection and control, and environmental justice. 

The Sampson County Project Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of community engagement of the project. In partnership with CANC, the coordinator will create and maintain relationships with affected communities and provide technical assistance, training, and other capacity-building services to advance equitable health outcomes for those most vulnerable to the impacts of pollution in Sampson County.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Developing and implementing a community engagement plan for the 3 year project 
• Organizing community engagement sessions to hear and collect feedback from residents about local air pollution concerns and related health impacts 
• Working with CANC’s Community Science Manager to recruit 20 community AirKeepers that will collect data on air pollution sources with PurpleAir monitors
• Managing the deployment of the PurpleAir monitors and monthly meetings for AirKeepers during the first 16 months of the project
• Supporting the development of educational materials, events, and advocacy training to raise awareness about the link between air pollution and chronic disease

MEASURABLE STANDARDS

• Commitment to CANC’s and EJCAN’s mission, respect for the work of our partners, and commitment to providing exemplary service to the community
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with staff, board, and stakeholders
• Exercises the ability to problem-solve, skillfully organize, and effectively multi-task
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively in stressful situations and address conflict in a productive way
• Ability to work cooperatively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, and work well under pressure
• Must be able to work in a multi-cultural/multi-ethnic environment
• Must be able to maintain confidences and handle highly confidential information
• Must perform in a professional manner at all times

QUALIFICATIONS

Critical Skills/Experience

• Experience advocating for social, economic, or environmental justice
• Experience with and knowledge of constituencies most impacted by environmental injustice
• 2-3 years of work experience in a nonprofit or community organizing setting
• Strong anti-racist and equity background in health, environmental, and/or climate justice
• Strong writing and public speaking skills

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience with one or a combination of the following work areas: equity, civil rights, social justice, environmental justice, climate justice, or energy justice
• Experience with local governing bodies and/or a state legislature
• Environmental, social sciences, or health degree

The above duties or working procedures describe the chief function of the job and are not considered to be a detailed description of every duty of the job. CANC requires a background check for all positions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment requires someone that is a self-starter, confident, responsible, reliable, enthusiastic, and goal-oriented. The individual must be flexible in a rapidly-changing work environment and work well independently and as part of a team.

Must be able to endure some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items such as office equipment and boxes of supplies. The work may require specific but common physical characteristics and abilities such as lifting up to 50 pounds, above-average agility, and dexterity. This job will also have a potential for being exposed to a small amount of emissions associated with concentrated animal feeding operations and industrial sources.

WORK SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION

This is an outstanding opportunity to lead a pioneering nonprofit’s development efforts. 

The hiring range for this position is $50,000 for the 1st year, $25,000 for the 2nd year, and $25,000 for the 3rd year.

EJCAN offers a competitive compensation package to include medical, dental & vision coverage, paid time off (PTO), and company-paid holidays.

This position may require occasional evening, weekend work, and overnight travel. 

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Women, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ are encouraged to apply. CANC is seeking to cultivate a diverse team that is reflective of the population of North Carolina.

Application materials will be accepted until the position is filled. Hoping to hire as soon as possible, with a target start date in late April 2023. Phone screens will be scheduled and completed as qualified applicants are identified. 

For questions about this position, please email Pat Rivera at [email protected]. No phone calls.

CleanAIRE NC and Environmental Justice Community Action Network are Equal Opportunity Employers.

We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourage applications from candidates of color. We do not discriminate on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and needs of the organization.

CleanAIRE NC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourage applications from candidates of color. We do not discriminate on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and needs of the organization.