CURRENT OPENINGS
Executive Coordinator: The Executive Coordinator plays a key role in the daily operations of a strategic and effective environmental nonprofit. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in our mission and is comfortable managing up. The Executive Coordinator works directly with the Executive Director and Advancement Officer to track and organize individual and organizational priorities, manage internal and external e-mails and other communications, and ensure preparations for meetings. The Executive Coordinator must be comfortable with ambiguity and enjoy designing and driving projects in a way that provides clarity. The Executive Coordinator will interact with donors, board members, and the public through email and phone, as well as in person. This position supports the Executive Director’s time and priorities. MCEA is a nimble organization where employees can have a big impact on the way the organization operates. This person will join a team that is committed to working and laughing hard together.
The pay range for this position is $26.44/hour - $28.85/ hour, or $44,000 - $48,000 per year. This position is an hourly (non-exempt) full-time position, which at MCEA means a 32-hour work week in a hybrid work environment.
Learn more about the position and how to apply here
MCEA Environmental Law & Advocacy Fellowship: The Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy is accepting applications from candidates interested in a post-graduate public-interest law fellowship that would start in the fall of 2027. MCEA uses law and science to protect Minnesota’s environment, natural resources, and the health of its people. Our staff of in-house lawyers take legal actions that set important precedent and protect the people and environment of Minnesota. We fight against polluters, short-sighted policies, environmental injustices, and dirty politics.
Learn more about fellowships here
For 51 years, MCEA has been a leading voice for environmental protection in Minnesota, working alongside community leaders, scientists, policy makers and everyday citizens to preserve the state's natural beauty, promote sustainable development, and ensure that all communities have access to clean water and clean air regardless of race, color, ethnicity, income, or zip code.
At MCEA we respect the individual strengths, views, and experiences of all employees and understand that we thrive in our differences. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in our culture, policy, and practice.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for completing an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in our employee selection process, please contact: hr@mncenter.org, 651-223-5969.
The Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA) is honored to announce its inclusion on The NonProfit Times Best Nonprofits to Work For list. MCEA was also included as a 2022 Best Places to Work honoree by the Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal.
“MCEA will always strive to ensure our team members feel valued and supported; it empowers our employees to be the best possible advocates protecting Minnesota’s air and water. Our effectiveness as an organization is directly tied to our employees’ health and well-being, both at work and at home,” MCEA’s Chief Executive Officer, Kathryn Hoffman
We are honored to announce, through the generous contribution of John Clark Pegg, the dedication of MCEA's Legal Fellowship to his father John W. Pegg. Click here to learn more.