Beyond Petrochemicals Opportunities

Full Job Description

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit the following application materials as a single PDF for the Resume and provide answers to the questions in the Cover Letter section via Workable.

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

• A current resume;

• A written response, no longer than 400 words total, please respond to the following questions:

• Why are you interested in this role with the Beyond Petrochemicals campaign, and how does it connect to your experience or the communities you care about?

• Describe a time you supported or led an organizing effort or community-based project. What was your role, what actions did you take, and what was the outcome?

• How do you approach building relationships and engaging people in a campaign or community effort? Share an example that reflects your approach.

We value authentic, original responses that reflect your own experience and judgment. Incomplete applications and excessive reliance on generative AI tools may affect your candidacy. We will give priority consideration to applications submitted before June 7, 2026.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA WORKABLE: https://apply.workable.com/beyondpetrochemicals/j/281B917265

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Beyond Petrochemicals is seeking a Texas Regional Organizer to advance grassroots efforts to address the expansion of the petrochemical industry and build long-term community power.

This role supports and strengthens on-the-ground organizing in Texas by working closely with grassroots partners, community leaders, and coalition members to advance priority campaigns. The Regional Organizer builds strong relationships, helps translate campaign strategy into local engagement, and identifies opportunities to deepen organizing and expand participation across frontline communities.

The ideal candidate is a community organizer who brings people together around a common cause, builds trust across diverse stakeholders, and can identify opportunities to strengthen organizing efforts. They are motivated by using data and metrics to better understand progress, strengthen coordination, and support meaningful impact on the ground.

LOCATION

This is a remote position with no physical office. Candidates must be located in Texas, with a strong preference for those based in the Houston area. Regular travel is expected, requiring approximately 25–50% travel between Houston and the Beaumont/Port Arthur area, including some evenings and weekends. Candidates with deep, demonstrated connections to Texas communities, especially along the Gulf Coast, are strongly encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Partner Engagement & Community Relationship Building (50%)

• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with grassroots partners, community members, and local stakeholders across the Texas Gulf Coast.
• Conduct regular partner outreach and 1:1 check-ins to stay aligned on campaign priorities and local needs.
• Support partners in identifying organizing opportunities connected to active projects, permitting processes, and key decision-making moments.
• Identify and help elevate community leaders and spokespeople connected to regional efforts.

Campaign Support & Coordination (40%)

• Support implementation of campaign strategies across priority regions on the Texas Coast.
• Translate campaign goals into organizing activities and support partners in planning and executing outreach, events, trainings, and actions.
• Coordinate with internal teams (communications, research, legal, and grants) to align field efforts with broader campaign strategy.
• Identify opportunities for deeper engagement, escalation, and partner collaboration.
• Assist in developing organizing tools and materials (e.g. talking points, action alerts).
• Increase community participation in campaign efforts, including public comment opportunities, hearings, and other civic engagement processes.
• Represent BPC at community meetings, events, and partner spaces as needed.

Data Tracking & Reporting (10%)

• Gather insights from partners and communities to inform campaign strategy.
• Use data and metrics to assess progress and identify opportunities for additional organizing support.
• Track organizing activities, partner engagement, and campaign milestones using internal tools and systems.
• Support weekly and quarterly reporting by maintaining accurate and timely data.

ABOUT BEYOND PETROCHEMICALS

Beyond Petrochemicals: People Over Pollution is a national campaign working to address the expansion of the U.S. petrochemical industry and build a healthier, more just future for communities. Launched in 2022 by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the campaign supports frontline communities and partners working to prevent new and expanded petrochemical projects, while advancing stronger protections for those living near existing facilities.

Building on the success of Bloomberg’s Beyond Coal and Beyond Carbon campaigns, Beyond Petrochemicals focuses on three core regions – Texas, Louisiana, and the Ohio River Valley – where most proposed expansion is concentrated. The campaign brings together grassroots organizing, strategic communications, research, and policy advocacy to drive long-term reductions in petrochemical production and related pollution. Beyond Petrochemicals is a fiscally sponsored project of the Resources Legacy Fund, a nonprofit organization that advances equitable and durable environmental solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

We know that great candidates don’t always match every requirement. If your experience aligns with most of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Experience may include paid, fellowships/internships, volunteer, or lived experience.

Required:

• 1 - 4 years of experience in community organizing, grassroots advocacy, or related nonprofit work.
• Experience supporting community-led campaigns or coalitions, with a demonstrated ability to build relationships and engage people across diverse communities.
• Demonstrated interest in environmental justice, climate, or industrial/pollution-related issues.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey ideas and actively listen.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness and ability to travel within Texas, working occasional evenings and weekends.

Preferred:

• Experience working with frontline communities impacted by environmental or public health issues.
• Experience or exposure to political (c4) organizing, advocacy campaigns, or civic engagement work.
• Connection to Texas communities and/or experience organizing in Texas.
• Spanish language proficiency (professional or conversational), especially in community engagement settings.
• A bachelor’s degree is welcome but not required; equivalent experience will be considered.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Compensation and Benefits: Starting salary range is $65,000, commensurate with experience. RLF offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with a 5% match, and generous paid time off. When feasible and with consideration given to the organization’s needs, the team follows an alternate Fridays off work schedule. RLF also offers a technology allowance, student loan repayment assistance, mental health benefits, and approximately 16 paid holidays per year.

ABOUT RESOURCES LEGACY FUND

Beyond Petrochemicals is a fiscally sponsored project of Resources Legacy Fund (RLF). RLF delivers transformative outcomes for our planet and its people through trusted partnerships and creative campaigns. Rooted in California and expanding across Western North America and beyond, we have a 25-year track record of supporting initiatives at every scale. We host fiscally sponsored projects that reach across the globe, reinforcing the efforts of change makers worldwide. To learn more about Resources Legacy Fund, visit https://resourceslegacyfund.org.

Commitment to Nondiscrimination: We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination, where all team members feel valued, respected, and included. We know that our work is enriched by the varied voices and perspectives of every staff and board member, so we are committed to making an earnest effort to recruit, welcome, train, develop, and retain talented individuals from all backgrounds. We believe that a welcoming culture expands our creative capacity to do our work and achieve greater outcomes for people and the natural world.

RLF participates in E-Verify. Candidates can review information about the program and their rights using the following resources: E-Verify Participation Notice | Your Right to Work – Employee Rights Under Immigration Law

Requirements

You must submit a cover letter to be considered for this role.