About Us
The
Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN) is the largest and oldest
group in the Chesapeake region of Maryland, Virginia and Washington D.C.
dedicated exclusively to building a powerful grassroots movement to
fight climate change. We envision an equitable energy future where truly
clean sources of power — efficiency, solar and wind — sustain every
aspect of our lives, and dirty fossil fuels are phased out.
Our
Maryland team is working on bold campaigns that would result in
policies to reduce emissions at a scale that matches the climate crisis
the state is facing. For over a decade, we have been pushing the
envelope of what’s “politically possible” in Maryland, using every tool
inside and outside of the box – from organizing to lobbying to bringing
lawsuits. Alongside our activists and allies, we have banned fracking in
the state, passed the strongest clean electricity standard in any state
with a Republican Governor, and paved the way for the coming offshore
wind development — and we are just getting started.
About the Position
The
Maryland Policy fellow will work alongside our Maryland team to promote
comprehensive climate policy during the 2022 legislative session. A
successful candidate will have the skills, passion and commitment to
take on one of the biggest problems facing our planet in a state
well-positioned to tackle it. Maryland is a large, diverse state
uniquely at risk to the effects of climate change. A successful
candidate must be able to quickly learn about the climate challenges
facing the area, the policies on the table to address these challenges,
and the legislative process.
What You Will Do
The primary responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
- Climate Change Issue Education and Advocacy
- Work alongside CCAN’s Maryland team and our allies to promote bold climate policy in the 2022 Legislative Session
- Contribute
to testimony and lobbying materials for key pieces of legislation with
the opportunity to testify and lobby alongside the Maryland Director
- Attend/assist in organizing key campaign mobilizations, such as rallies, lobby days, or other events
- Research and content creation
- Assist
the Maryland Director and policy team with issue research and the
creation of materials such as factsheets, white papers, blog posts, and
social media content relevant to the 2022 legislative priorities
- Administrative duties and CCAN team expectations
- Attend internal meetings to learn about and support the work CCAN does across the region on the state and local level
- Assist
the CCAN field team with grassroots organizing and outreach as it
pertains to the 2022 legislative session and Maryland policy goals.
- Work with and learn from the various departments within CCAN including communications, MD policy, and field
Qualifications
Qualified candidates will display the following capabilities and qualities:
- Familiarity with climate issues is a plus and a passion to learn more about Maryland climate policy is a must.
- Commitment to environmental justice tenets and amplifying the
voices of those being victimized by extreme extraction and the effects
of climate change, including; Indigenous American, African American, low
and moderate income communities, rural communities, and struggling farm
families.
- Strong dedication to justice, equity, and inclusion
- Ability to work with social media and digital tools to convey complex ideas in accessible ways
- Ability to work independently while working effectively with a team and seeking feedback and support when needed.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The Details
CCAN
is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse workforce. We
value bringing a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives on staff
because it makes us smarter and more effective at what we do and,
ultimately, we want our staff and supporters to reflect the communities
we organize. We are seeking to recruit individuals from underrepresented
groups to apply for this position.
Due
to the coronavirus pandemic, this position will rely heavily on remote
project management and the utilization of digital tools to move people
to action from the safety of their homes. However, you must be
physically located in Maryland, DC, or Virginia.
Because
the timeline of this position will overlap with the Maryland
Legislative Session, some in-person work may be available but will be
determined by local public health precautions, candidate comfort level,
and vaccination status. If health conditions allow, this position may
involve travel throughout the state. Mileage reimbursement is available
for all CCAN-required travel except travel to and from the office
(commute). The Maryland Policy Fellow reports to the Maryland Director,
and occasionally works with the Maryland Grassroots Coordinator.
Compensation is $15.00 per hour for 20 hours per week during the Winter/Spring semester over a period of 15 weeks.
How to Apply
Please fill out this Google form application
by November 21, 2021, 11:59pm EST. You will be prompted to answer a
series of short questions and asked to submit a resume. A writing sample
is optional.
