Data Centers Community Organizer
Quick answer
Columbia Riverkeeper is hiring a full-time Data Centers Community Organizer (Hood River, Oregon) to engage rural communities on data center issues, with a salary range of $75,000 - $85,000.
- Role
- Data Centers Community Organizer
- Organization
- Columbia Riverkeeper
- Location
- Hood River, Oregon (Hybrid)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $75,000 - $85,000
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Data Centers Community Organizer engages people in rural Columbia River communities to address the impacts of data centers, focusing on community organizing, public meetings, and coalition work.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement grassroots community organizing strategies
- Build relationships with community members
- Attend and plan community meetings and events
- Support community engagement in public meetings and hearings
- Coordinate with staff at Tribal Nations and nonprofits
- Communicate with members, public, and decisionmakers
What it takes
- Passion for mission, values, and theory of change
- Minimum of three years paid or equivalent volunteer community organizing experience
- Experience in rural Columbia River communities
- Meeting facilitation skills
- Experience public speaking
- Ability to learn and communicate complex issues
- Experience writing public outreach materials
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities and across lines of difference
- Evening/weekend work
- Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaborate with a team
What you'll bring
How we treat you
employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees; 50% employer-paid health insurance contribution for dependents; short-term and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; generous vacation package; 15 paid holidays; personal days; paid volunteer time off; 401(k) employer contribution and matching; an encouraging and flexible work environment, with core hours from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. or 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; annual professional development budget; annual wellness stipend
Frequently asked questions
Where is the position located?
The position may be based at Columbia Riverkeeper's Hood River, Oregon, office or remotely within the position's primary service region in Oregon or Washington, subject to Riverkeeper approval.
What is the compensation range?
The salary range is $75,000 - $85,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include community organizing experience, public speaking, meeting facilitation, and the ability to work with diverse communities.
How can I apply?
Applications should be submitted by December 31, 2026.
Is the position remote?
The position is hybrid, with the option to work remotely within the primary service region in Oregon or Washington, subject to Riverkeeper approval.
How to apply
Apply directly on Columbia Riverkeeper's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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