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Community Engagement Manager at Environmental League of Massachusetts

Smuccpa, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298


Reporting to:

Offshore Wind DirectorSupporting:

ELM and the ELM Action FundSalary Range:

$75,000-$80,000The Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) and the ELM Action Fund (ELM AF) are committed to advocating for policy and building political power in Massachusetts to meet the scale and urgency of our environmental challenges. The Community Engagement Manager will be an integral member of a collegial and effective 18-person advocacy team.We seek a passionate, energetic, and effective Community Engagement Manager to drive ELM’s Massachusetts-based advocacy for the responsible and timely development of a crucial renewable resource for our region. This professional will serve as the Massachusetts State Lead for

New England for Offshore Wind

(NE4OSW) and build relationships, political power, and support for offshore wind in key communities to ensure successful completion of Massachusetts’ offshore wind infrastructure projects.Responsibilities:Lead NE4OSW’s Massachusetts State Committee

Support the development of legislative and administrative priorities for offshore wind policy in MassachusettsCreate and manage advocacy tools including sign-on letters, testimony, and written comments in local, state and federal jurisdictionsBuild an inclusive, effective, and powerful advocacy networkEnable coalition members’ work through supportive subgrantsFacilitate monthly virtual meetings and one annual in-person meeting of the Massachusetts State Committee

Drive Offshore Wind Community Engagement in Massachusetts

Build relationships and political power in three key offshore wind host communities and other municipalities as neededDraft and drive a statewide community engagement plan, including partnerships with organized labor and local partnersCreate and implement a local communications and outreach plan in service of the overall NE4OSW strategic communications plan, tailored to each key host community

Qualifications:RequiredInfectious enthusiasm for the missions of ELM and NE4OSWStrong strategic thinker with aptitude for creating, implementing, and adapting workplansExperience balancing competing priorities, building consensus, and forging trusted partnershipsAptitude for organizing stakeholders, creating a network of supporters, and amplifying influential voicesPolitical instincts and relationship orientationCommitment to integrating racial justice and equity into ELM’s and NE4OSW’s work and to ensuring an inclusive organizational culturePreferredEstablished network of professional relationships in key identified offshore wind host communitiesExperience working with the Massachusetts Legislature and AdministrationExperience successfully running campaigns and/or turnout operationsOffshore wind policy expertiseThis full-time role requires occasional morning and evening commitments outside of the standard 9-5 office hours. This position is based in Boston, MA and will require frequent travel throughout eastern Massachusetts to meet with key stakeholders. ELM supports a hybrid work environment.To Apply:Please fill out our optional

demographic survey

, then

submit your resume

and responses to the two following questions. Your response to each question should be no more than 250 words. In lieu of answering these questions, you can submit a cover letter with your resume.Why do you want to work with ELM and NE4OSW? This can include (but not limited to) what inspires you about our values, how you connect to our mission, what projects excite you, or what you like about our approach to environmental policy and advocacy.Based on your work and personal experiences, what makes you a good fit for this position? This can include (but not limited to) what past experiences (professional or otherwise) relate to this job’s responsibilities, what skills you are excited to share, or other reasons you are a great candidate for this role.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) candidates may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.ELM is an equal-opportunity employer and we strongly encourage applications from all interested candidates. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, creed, religion, personal appearance, national origin, citizenship, age, gender, or sexual orientation.

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