What are the responsibilities and job description for the Central VA Field Organizer position at Virginia League of Conservation Voters?
Why This Role Matters
Want to help shape Virginia’s future on climate, clean energy, environmental justice, and democracy?
The Virginia League of Conservation Voters is hiring a Central Virginia Field Organizer to build people power, strengthen community relationships, and connect everyday Virginians with decision makers who shape our air, water, and land.
✨ This role is for someone who:
- Believes environmental justice and democracy are deeply connected
- Loves building real, trust-based relationships
- Enjoys bringing people together through events, advocacy, and organizing
- Wants their work to mean something
You don’t need to have every qualification, we care more about your commitment, curiosity, and desire to grow.
About Virginia LCV
The Virginia League of Conservation Voters turns environmental and conservation values into public policy and political action. We advocate for bold environmental leadership, hold elected officials accountable, and work to elect champions who will fight for a healthy, just, and sustainable future for all Virginians.
Our work is rooted in the belief that environmental protection, racial equity, social justice, and democracy are inseparable. We are committed to cultivating a workplace—and a movement—where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to lead.
What You’ll Do
As Central Virginia Field Organizer, you will:
- Build deep, authentic relationships with community members, grasstops advocates, coalition partners, and local leaders
- Connect Virginia LCV supporters directly with elected officials through organizing, events, and advocacy opportunities
- Plan and execute impactful in-person and virtual events—including town halls, rallies, roundtables, and community gatherings
- Partner closely with environmental justice leaders, grassroots groups, and progressive allies to align strategy and amplify impact
- Help grow and activate our supporter base alongside Climate Action Virginia, our grassroots mobilization program
- Serve as a trusted, relationship centered presence for Virginia LCV in Central Virginia
- Jump in where needed. Because movement work is collaborative, dynamic, and responsive
Who You Are
You don’t need to have done this exact job before to thrive here. We’re looking for someone who brings heart, curiosity, and commitment to the work.
You might be a great fit if you:
- Feel deeply connected to issues like environmental justice, climate action, democracy, or community organizing
- Have experience in organizing, advocacy, campaigns, movement work, or community engagement (paid, unpaid, or lived experience all count)
- Enjoy building relationships across differences and bringing people together around shared goals
- Communicate clearly and authentically in writing and in conversation
- Care about equity, inclusion, and justice, and strive to live those values in your work
- Can juggle multiple priorities and adapt in a fast moving, mission-driven environment
- Are open to learning new tools, systems, and approaches (CRM or digital organizing experience is a plus, not a requirement)
- Experience helping plan or organize events—such as meetings, forums, rallies, press conferences, actions, or community gatherings—is a plus
💡 If you’re excited about the mission and believe you could grow into this role, we strongly encourage you to apply. Even if you don’t meet every listed qualification, we want to hear from you.
Details That Matter
- Full-time, generally Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings/weekends
- Hybrid work environment; Richmond Metro area preferred
- Reliable transportation needed for regional travel
- Salary range: $45,000–$52,000, depending on experience
- Robust benefits package included
Our Commitment
Virginia LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive, equitable, and supportive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, women, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, first‑generation professionals, and others historically underrepresented in environmental and advocacy spaces.
We believe movements are strongest when many voices lead.
Salary : $45,000 - $52,000