Community Engagement & Outreach Coordinator

Job Description:

We are seeking a Community Engagement & Outreach Coordinator to join our small but growing team. This part-time position (20 hours/week) will lead community-facing projects, focusing on outreach, education, and engagement to strengthen our clean air movement. The coordinator will play a central role in supporting our outdoor neighborhood-level sensor network, home radon testing program, and growing community partnerships.

MKE FreshAir Collective is a young and growing organization! This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about environmental justice, skilled at connecting with diverse communities, and eager to help a young nonprofit grow. As our programming evolves, we invite you to bring your ideas, creativity, and leadership to the table.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

Community Outreach & Events

• Attend 2–4 community events per month (often evenings and weekends) to represent MKE FreshAir Collective.
• Identify, coordinate, and secure opportunities to table or present at neighborhood events, particularly in our communities of focus.
• Build and maintain relationships with grassroots groups, schools, neighborhood associations, and partner organizations.

Program Management

• Oversee the Radon Testing Program, including intake, participant education, distribution and collection of radon kits, and data tracking.
• Promote and support our outdoor and indoor air quality programs through community-facing activities and online channels.
• Develop, maintain, and inventory program and event supplies.

Community Engagement & Education

• Assist with planning and implementing MKE FreshAir-led events, including our annual Clean Air Month celebration in May.
• Help develop accessible educational materials and resources for residents.
• Support storytelling and outreach efforts that highlight the impact of air quality on community health.

Organizational Support

• Provide input and creative ideas to strengthen and grow programs and outreach strategies.
• Contribute to social media, newsletters, and digital engagement efforts, as needed.
• Assist with grant reporting and documentation of community engagement activities.

You’ll Be a Great Fit If:

• Passion for environmental justice, public health, or community organizing.
• Experience in outreach, community engagement, or nonprofit program coordination.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Comfort with public speaking and representing the organization at events.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and take initiative.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends.
• Proficiency with basic computer tools (Google Suite, Microsoft Office); experience with Canva, Mailchimp, or social media platforms is a plus.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English or Hmong/English) skills are a strong plus but not required.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Flexible work schedule

• • Remote work: Work from home or wherever you choose – community events and partner meetings are in person.
  • Paid Time Off: 3 weeks per year, prorated for part-time positions
  • Sick Time: 2 weeks per year, prorated for part-time positions

• 11 Paid Holidays: 

• • New Year’s Day
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Cesar Chavez Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day
  • New Year’s Eve
• Competitive hourly rate: $24–$30/hour, commensurate with experience
• Mileage reimbursement for community events and local meetings.
• Professional development stipend: Opportunities to attend training, workshops, or conferences that build skills and networks.
• Leadership opportunities: As a young and growing nonprofit, you’ll have a real voice in shaping our programs and strategy.
• Mission-driven culture: Join a passionate, equity-focused team working on the frontlines of environmental justice in Milwaukee.

Note: This position does not currently include health or life insurance benefits. This is a grant-funded, short-term position guaranteed for at least one year with the possibility of extension if additional funding becomes available.