Nevada Field Director - League of Conservation Voters - Las Vegas, NV

[Aiden OConnell]

Title: LCV Nevada Field Director            

Status: Exempt

Reports To: National Field Director

General Description:

The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) works to turn environmental values into national, state, and local priorities. LCV, in collaboration with our state LCV partners, advocates for sound environmental laws and policies, holds elected officials accountable for their votes and actions, and elects pro-environment candidates who will champion our priority issues.  LCV is hiring a Nevada Field Director to lead its Nevada field activities, overseeing the engagement of LCV members as volunteers and activists in issue and electoral advocacy, and grassroots lobbying activities.  Program focuses will be on building support for reducing carbon emissions, raising awareness about the need to address climate change and helping to elect pro-environment candidates to office. The Field Director will serve as the campaign division’s lead field staffer in Nevada and will be responsible for coordinating activities and logistics of the program.  The Field Director will work with the in-state leadership team to build relationships with environmental groups and community leaders. The Field Director will work closely with the national campaigns team and report to LCVs National Field Director.  Position will be based in Las Vegas.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee administrative and training aspects of the field program.

• Ensure that all volunteer outreach and engagement is meticulously tracked in VAN and reports are submitted daily.

• Coordinate event logistics, planning and execution.

• Develop relationships with environmental and other progressive leaders in the community and engage them in field events and activities.

Qualifications:

• Candidate must have enthusiasm and an interest in environmental activism

• 5+ years community, issue, labor, or political organizing  (3-5 cycle equivalent)

• Fluency in VAN, Microsoft Office Suite; other field tools a plus

• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills

• Ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast paced work environment

• Required to work beyond standard office hours and Saturdays

• Have your own reliable transportation

Duration: This position is temporary and lasts through 12/31/2016.  Possible extension based on funding.

To apply: Please send your resume, cover letter, and three references to h...@lcv.org by March 2, 2016 with “Nevada Field Director” in the subject line.  No calls please.

LCV is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace.