Community Organizer & Outreach Coordinator

Hours: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Compensation: $55,000–$70,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
Location: Based in or near Addison County, Vermont (field-based with remote flexibility)
Type: Employee or Long-Term Contractor (W-2 or 1099)
Start Date: September or when position is filled 

About the Role

We’re seeking a passionate Community Organizer & Outreach Coordinator to help build a movement for home energy action across Addison County and surrounding regions. This is a full-time position for someone who thrives in local communities and online—listening, building trust, identifying natural leaders, and turning interest into sustained action.

You’ll represent a growing community-based energy coaching program, and your job is to connect with local champions—whether they’re town energy committees, librarians, food shelf staff, or neighborhood connectors—and support them in spreading the word and helping neighbors access free, personalized energy guidance. This position blends grassroots organizing, strategic outreach, and creative communication. It requires strong digital communications skills and the ability to plan, execute, and measure the impact of outreach campaigns—especially on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Additional duties include some administration work and conducting one-on-one Energy Navigations with residents when needed (training provided). 

Key Responsibilities:

👥 Community Organizing & Outreach (40%)

  • Build relationships with trusted local leaders, partner organizations, and town energy committees

  • Cultivate “community champions” to serve as connectors and amplifiers of our energy coaching work

  • Organize and lead outreach events—workshops, presentations, tabling at fairs, library talks, etc.

  • Develop organizing strategies tailored to specific towns, populations, or interest groups

  • Represent the program in community spaces and respond to local needs and opportunities

📰 Communications & Local Messaging (40%)

  • Create town-specific outreach materials that resonate with local culture and needs

  • Write and manage social media content, Front Porch Forum posts, press releases, and flyers

  • Design accessible materials using Canva or similar tools—postcards, handouts, posters

  • Collaborate with internal teams to shape messaging strategies and share community stories

  • Ensure communications reflect the voices and values of the communities we serve

  • Develop and execute digital outreach campaigns using platforms like Facebook and Instagram

  • Use tools such as Meta Business Suite to schedule posts, target key audiences, and monitor reach

  • Track and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach efforts using analytics and adjust tactics accordingly

  • Design simple paid ad campaigns and test messaging performance based on engagement and conversion

🏡 Administrative Work for Navigations (10%)

  • Manage client intake and scheduling

  • Connect Energy Coaches with new clients

🏡 Energy Coaching Support (as needed, ~10%)

Training provided; this is a supportive role, not the core of the position.

  • Occasionally conduct one-on-one Energy Navigations (in-home) for local residents

  • Write simple follow-up summaries with energy-saving steps and resources

  • Connect residents to programs, rebates, and trusted contractors

  • Provide light mentoring support to our team of volunteer Navigators when needed

You’re a Great Fit If You:

  • Are a natural relationship-builder who listens well and builds trust across backgrounds

  • Are energized by connecting with people, attending events, and learning what makes a town tick

  • Are a strong communicator—in person, on paper, and online

  • Have experience creating and managing outreach campaigns both online and in-person

  • Are fluent in social media, particularly Facebook and Instagram, and enjoy using it to drive engagement and participation

  • Are comfortable reviewing basic performance metrics and using data to improve outreach strategies

  • Have an interest in energy justice, affordability, and helping neighbors take climate action

  • Are familiar with community organizing principles and love cultivating local leadership

  • Are comfortable with basic design and communications tools (we’ll train you as needed)

  • Have the ability to travel around Addison County regularly (mileage reimbursed)

Bonus Skills (Not Required):

  • Experience in grassroots or nonprofit organizing

  • Familiarity with Meta Business Suite, social media analytics, or email campaign tools

  • Experience with outreach tracking platforms like Monday.com

  • Knowledge of Vermont energy programs (Efficiency Vermont, HEAT Squad, etc.)

  • Familiarity with rural Vermont networks (Front Porch Forum, food shelves, housing services)

  • Experience mentoring volunteers or managing local campaigns

What We Offer:

  • Flexible, hybrid schedule with field-based community work

  • Paid time off, health benefits subsidy, and a 3% retirement match

  • Professional development and training in energy coaching and organizing

  • Opportunity to build something real and lasting—neighbors helping neighbors

  • A fun, mission-driven team committed to equity and community-powered solutions

To Apply

Please submit applications by email to jobs@energynavigators.org. Applications should include a cover letter, resume, three references, and several work samples. Applications will be reviewed until position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by August 11, 2025.