Customer Service · Full-time · Washington, United States · Remote possible
Outreach Coordinator
Permanent
Clean Transportation
Union of Concerned Scientists
Remote
Bargaining Unit Position: Yes
Our organization
The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is an independent nonprofit that puts rigorous, independent science into action, developing solutions and advocating for a healthy, safe, and just future. We envision a peaceful, healthy, and just world where science serves people and the planet by guiding policy decisions, reducing risks, and improving lives.
For over five decades, we have been working as scientists, engineers, economists, advocates, and everyday people to create and advocate for innovative, practical solutions to some of our planet’s most pressing problems—from combating global warming and developing sustainable ways to feed, power, and transport ourselves, to fighting disinformation, advancing racial equity, and reducing the threat of nuclear war. Values informing our work include:
UCS’s Clean Transportation Program
The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is seeking an outreach coordinator.
The Transportation Sector is the largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the United States, responsible for 28% of the nation’s global warming emissions. Additionally, our current transportation system is responsible for harmful emissions that degrade air quality and public health, and current transportation infrastructure limits transportation options. The Clean Transportation Program works to transform the transportation system to one that protects public health and our climate; provides affordable, convenient access to all; and prioritizes benefits to historically marginalized communities.
The Position Summary of Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Campaign Manager, the Outreach Coordinator will conceive of, develop, and implement outreach activities to advance the policy agenda of the Clean Transportation Program. They are responsible for recruiting and training Science Network leaders; mobilizing scientists, experts, and a network of over half a million supporters and activists; coordinating with national and regional coalitions; and building new strategic partnerships. They will communicate the results and implications of UCS research to the public, increasing visibility of public-facing messages through social and traditional media channels. Working with lobbyists and analytic staff in the program, they will advance clean transportation federal and state policy objectives including pushing for strong light-duty vehicle standards and clean fuels policies, supporting equitable electric vehicle infrastructure investments, and organizing in states to further their progress towards transportation system-wide emission-reduction goals.
General Duties and Responsibilities
The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position are included in but not limited to the information listed below**:**
UCS is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture where talented people of widely diverse backgrounds can thrive. We believe the inclusion of diverse perspectives will improve our work and produce better societal and environmental outcomes for all, including historically disenfranchised communities. All staff participate in this commitment whether internally, in building a welcoming workplace culture and /or externally, in ensuring inclusive engagement with supporters, media, vendors, allies and others.
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