Policy Advocate

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About Community Water Center

Community Water Center acts as a catalyst for community-driven water solutions through organizing, education, and advocacy. CWC has offices in Visalia, Watsonville, and Sacramento, CA. We seek to build and enhance leadership capacity and local community power around water issues, create regional movements for water justice in California, and enable every community to have access to safe, clean, and affordable drinking water. At CWC, we believe that safe, clean, and affordable water is a human right, not a privilege. Our organizing and advocacy work, community collaborations, and organizational culture all reflect a concern for equity, mutual respect, appreciation for diversity, and environmental and social justice. We are looking for candidates who share our values, who bring a willingness to contribute to our mission and to the growth of a new organization, and who are open to developing their skills.

Duties

Major Responsibilities Lead and support advocacy efforts which ensure groundwater is managed sustainably and community drinking water needs are prioritized. Lead and support advocacy efforts to promote equitable implementation of drought planning in the Central Coast and San Joaquin Valley. Advocate for community-centered implementation of the California Department of Conservation's Multibenefit Land Repurposing Program (MLRP), ensuring affected communities have meaningful opportunities to participate in decision-making processes. Represent the organization at public hearings, legislative meetings, regulatory proceedings, groundwater sustainability agency meetings, workshops, and other external events. Coordinate and support community participation in water policy and land transition decision-making processes by providing outreach, education, and engagement opportunities. Assist the Policy Director and other staff in advancing organizational policy priorities. Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, partner organizations, government agencies, elected officials, and other stakeholders to strengthen advocacy efforts and advance equitable water policy outcomes. General Duties Foster an environment that promotes trust, respect and cooperation amongst staff, management, community members, and affiliate organizations Actively participate in staff, management, planning, and program meetings; reporting processes; and staff retreats. Actively participate in CWC activities such as advocacy events and fundraising events. Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Supervisor and other Directors. Note: Nothing in this position description restricts CWC’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications At least 3 years of experience in regulatory policy Strong research, writing, public speaking, and facilitation skills. Very strong interpersonal communication skills, with sensitivity to appropriate delivery depending on target and audience Proven ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders on a policy push Strong project management skills to oversee campaigns, delegate appropriately, meet deadlines and ensure high quality work Ability to accept and provide praise and critical feedback Conversational and written fluency in Spanish Preferred Qualifications Experience working in the San Joaquin Valley and/or Salinas Valley or familiarity with key environmental justice issues facing these regions Experience in CA water, environmental, and local government law Experience working in low-income communities and/or communities of color Experience living in small and/or unincorporated low-income communities of color Physical and Travel Requirements This position requires a valid CA drivers license, the ability to drive on highways, the ability to travel within California and participate in outreach activities as needed, and the ability to work some evenings and weekends. The role may involve periods of sitting, standing, walking, or carrying materials of up to 50 lbs.

Application instructions

To apply, email resume and cover letter to [email protected]

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