We provide quality health, dental and vision insurance for all full-time employees, effective on the employee’s first day. Michigan LCV pays for 100% of coverage for employees and 50% of the monthly premium cost for each spouse or dependent enrolled.
WE’RE ON A MISSION TO PROTECT THE GREAT LAKES STATE.
JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM.
In June 2021, Michigan LCV adopted an ambitious strategic plan. In 20 years, we aim to reverse the legacy of toxic pollution, which has had devastating impacts on human health and our climate so we can provide every Michigander access to the cleanest air and land, and safest, most affordable water in the nation. In order to accomplish these goals, we need to grow our team.
Open Positions
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State Government Affairs Director
Learn MoreDevelop policy positions for the organization, legislative and administrative strategy, and will actively build and manage relationships with key actors including elected and agency officials, primarily at the state level.
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Democracy for All Director
Learn MoreLead the organization’s work in voter education, turnout and protection as well as work with partners and state and local leaders to ensure access to the ballot and wider democracy institutions are equitable across the state.
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Southwest Michigan Regional Organizer
Learn MoreBuild power, presence, and relationships on behalf of our organization; and organize citizens to get involved in making the protection of Michigan’s land, air, and water a political priority.
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Energy Accountability Manager
Learn MoreLead a drumbeat of communications activities supporting Michigan LCV’s campaign to hold utilities accountable to their customers and the people of Michigan.
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Southeast Michigan Regional Organizer
Learn MoreHelp anchor our organizing work to run aggressive, focused campaigns that elect champions and hold elected officials accountable while in office.
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Our Water Activists
Learn MoreJoin our three-month training and engagement program that offers real-world organizing and training pertaining to protecting our environment through community and nonpartisan political engagement.
Benefits Package
Comprehensive Health Benefits
Retirement Plan
We maintain a SIMPLE IRA retirement plan and match contributions up to 3% of salary.
Winter Break & Paid Holidays
Our offices are closed December 24 – January 1. Additionally, we offer 7 paid holidays throughout the course of the year.
Paid Time Off
3 weeks of paid time off in the first year of employment and 5 weeks every year thereafter for vacation, illness, or other personal time.
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that is 100% funded by Michigan LCV and covers 60% of pay if an employee is ill or injured.
Sabbatical Program
Paid 6-week sabbatical after working at Michigan LCV for 5 years.
Parental Leave
14 weeks of parental leave, 6 weeks of which are fully-paid for bonding time with the child. Birthing parents may also use their short-term disability coverage for 5-7 weeks at 60% pay during their medical recovery period.
Professional Development
We offer professional development opportunities, including a $250 budget yearly for staff to take courses or attend conferences relevant to their work.
Our Core Values
Core Values define our organizational culture. They are what make us unique. They describe how staff and board members go about our work.
We are Tenacious
We value and appreciate a strong work ethic.
We are Innovative
We believe that our goals can only be achieved by thinking in unique, strategic ways.
We are Problem-Solvers
We recognize the myriad of challenges facing human health, our democracy and the natural world, and we are determined to foster hope through our creative ideas and actions.
We are Self-Starters
We celebrate and depend upon the work of each and every teammate.
We Live our Mission
Together, our team embodies what it means to create a more just and equitable society.