Baltimore Community Organizer, Chispa Maryland

🌿 Baltimore Community Organizer for Chispa Maryland
Maryland League of Conservation Voters (Maryland LCV) and Maryland League of Conservation Voters Education Fund (Maryland LCV EF) are hiring a Baltimore Community Organizer for its Chispa Maryland program.

Launched in 2014, Chispa Maryland is a grassroots community organizing program working to ensure that Latino families are effective leaders and have power to influence environmental policies and decisions that affect their lives. Chispa Maryland has established relationships with environmental and social justice groups, and our volunteers and activists have become environmental leaders who have taken numerous actions to protect the health of their families and communities from air, land, and water pollution.

In 2023, Chispa Maryland expanded into Baltimore, by launching two active community committees focused on climate and environmental justice. The Baltimore Community Organizer will support these groups, build relationships in the community, recruit and train new volunteers, and help develop local community leaders. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about grassroots organizing and building power in communities of color.

This position reports to the Chispa Organizing Manager and works closely with Chispa Maryland staff and community partners.

📝 Responsibilities
Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, leaders, and institutions, with a focus on engaging Latino communities.

Recruit volunteers through door-knock ing, presentations, one-on-one meetings, and calls.

Support community members in growing their leadership and forming local organizing committees. Lead and support training sessions to build skills and deepen engagement.

Help design and carry out issue-based campaigns.

Identify community storytellers and work with the communications team to elevate their community voices and grow our online presence.

✅ Qualifications
2–3 years of experience in grassroots or labor organizing, including outreach, training, campaign planning, and coalition-building.

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Strong commitment to environmental justice and amplifying the leadership of communities of color.

Skilled at relationship-building, problem-solving, and communicating clearly.

Able to conduct basic research and navigate political dynamics.

Comfortable using Google Workspace (G Suite).

The ideal candidate also brings:

Awareness of racial and economic justice issues affecting Latino and other communities of color.

Experience working across lines of difference (e.g., race, gender, immigration status, and socioeconomic background).

Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.

💰 Salary and Compensation
Base salary range is $45,000 – $51,500 depending on qualifications and experience. The salary is accompanied by a generous benefits package including:

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

A 401K plan with an employer match

Mileage reimbursement

📍 Position Requirements
This full-time, grant-funded position is based in Baltimore. This position is eligible for some telecommuting.

Regular travel to the headquarters office in Annapolis is required at least once a week and more frequently during the 90-day Maryland Legislative session.

Candidates must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

The Baltimore Community Organizer reports directly to the Chispa Maryland Baltimore Organizing Manager.

📧 To Apply
Send a cover letter and resume to Ramon Palencia-Calvo at [email protected] with Chispa Maryland Community Organizer in the subject line. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

💚 About Maryland LCV & Education Fund
Maryland LCV is a 501(c)(4) organization that activates Marylanders to promote and pass equitable laws and policies for clean water, healthy air, and a resilient climate. We hold elected officials accountable and educate and endorse candidates for public office.

The Maryland LCV Education Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization that supports and amplifies a diverse and inclusive environmental movement across the state. Through outreach and education, the Education Fund supports communities disproportionately impacted by environmental injustices and builds grassroots field capacity for legislative advocacy and environmental issues.

The Maryland LCV PAC is the organization that directly helps elect pro-conservation candidates.

Maryland LCV & Maryland LCV Ed Fund are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.