Director of Organizing Leadership

Title: Director of Organizing Leadership

Department: Community and Civic Engagement

Status: Exempt

Reports to: Vice President, Organizing

Positions Reporting to this Position: None

Location: United States

Remote Work Eligibility: Yes; Regular Remote Work

Travel Requirements: Up to 30%

Union Position: Yes

Job Classification Level: E

Salary Range (depending on qualified experience): $92,041 - $112,441

General Description:

The League of Conservation Voters, Inc. (“LCV”), a non-profit organization, builds political power to protect people and the planet. We envision a world in which tackling the climate crisis, confronting environmental injustice, and strengthening our democracy lead to cleaner and healthier communities, good, well-paying jobs, and a more just, equitable, and sustainable planet for all.

For more than 50 years, LCV has fought for solutions to the interconnected threats our environment and democracy face. We do so by working with and holding elected officials accountable, mobilizing, organizing, and building grassroots power in communities, electing candidates who share our values, and partnering with and supporting our 30+ state affiliates across the country.

LCV’s Organizing Leadership Program is designed to train and elevate the leadership of emerging organizers, particularly in communities of color disproportionately impacted by environmental injustice. The Director of Organizing Leadership will lead this flagship initiative, responsible for the recruitment, facilitation, coaching, and growth of our senior-level organizing leadership development programs. They will be responsible for building and strengthening a pipeline of talented community organizers, supporting frontline leaders’ development, and growing the training program into a broader portfolio for emerging leaders across the Conservation Voter Movement in climate justice movements.

This position is ideal for an experienced trainer, facilitator, and mentor with a background in community organizing and a passion for leadership development, curriculum design, data systems, and program evaluation.

This position is classified as “Regular Remote Work,” which means the position is not assigned to an office and can work remotely full-time.

This job operates in a professional office or home office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment, including, but not limited to, computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with internal and external stakeholders using electronic platforms.

Additionally, this job operates at off-site locations. It requires reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of automobile insurance for the location of this position, which will be verified during the hiring process.

Applicants must be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants must reside in the location listed above.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of organizing leadership development programs, including a national leadership development program for emerging community organizers, centering racial and environmental justice.
• Support all aspects of organizing leadership development spaces, including recruitment of participants, application screening, onboarding, training, coaching, offboarding, and data management/reporting.
• Facilitate engaging and participatory trainings that develop organizers’ skills in base building, leadership development, campaign strategy, and civic engagement.
• Serve as the primary coach for all senior organizers participating in structured trainings, providing regular support, accountability, and development check-ins.
• Track program participation and outcomes using EveryAction and other tools; maintain accurate records and reporting systems to evaluate program impact.
• Develop and refine program curricula and resources in partnership with organizing and training staff across LCV and our state affiliates.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to connect senior organizers to mentorship, on-the-ground experience, and opportunities for long-term leadership.
• Identify opportunities to grow leadership development into a broader portfolio of training and leadership development programs.
• Support fundraising efforts related to leadership programs, including grant reporting, donor engagement, and proposal development.
• Manage the program budget, expenses, and vendor relationships.
• Travel up to 30% of the time for fellow convenings, training events, staff retreats, and state-based site visits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Work Experience: Required Minimum of 5 years of experience in community organizing or issue advocacy work, with at least 2 years focused on training, facilitation, or leadership development. Experience in recruiting and coaching emerging leaders, preferably in programs serving communities of color and low-income communities. Demonstrated experience in building or managing structured training, coaching, or fellowship programs. Strong experience working across lines of race, class, and geography.
• Preferred Experience using data tools like EveryAction or other CRMs.
• Skills: Required Exceptional facilitation, training, and public speaking skills. Strong program design and project management abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Deep commitment to racial justice and environmental equity. Able to manage deadlines, logistics, and communication across multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated success in building trusting relationships with diverse stakeholders. Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
• Preferred Curriculum development experience. Proficiency in EveryAction, Zoom, and Google Workspace. Spanish fluency is a plus, but not required.
• Racial Justice and Equity Competencies: Demonstrated self-awareness of how one’s life experiences influence one’s personal attitudes, biases, and assumptions. Demonstrated commitment to continual learning and ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services. Strong commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding of how environmental issues intersect with systemic racism and inequality in the U.S. Experience delivering culturally responsive services and programming.

LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.

Apply Here: Candidates must apply through our job portal by October 6, 2025. No phone calls please.

All applicants must include the month and year of the experience provided on their uploaded resume. Final resumes must be completed and submitted at the time of application, and should include all relevant experience to meet the minimum requirements and for salary considerations. Applications are reviewed by humans; we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the hiring process.

Pre-employment Screening

All employment is contingent upon the completion of a background check, employment verifications and reference checks.

This position requires a Motor Vehicle Report as driving is an essential requirement of the position.

LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the employee selection process, including completing the application, interviewing, or pre-employment testing, please contact hr@lcv.org.

LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.