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Groundswell has open positions in a variety of roles to join our team in Washington, DC.

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Who We Look For

Groundswell builds community power. Individuals of various nationalities, ages, religions, and socio­economic backgrounds comprise our team and work with us to empower communities. Learn more about our hiring philosophy and recruiting process in our Interview Guide.

Core Values

Service. It’s a privilege and not a chore.

Equity. We’re all in this together. We believe different views and experiences are advantages, so we strive to ensure everyone has a seat and voice at the table built by all.

Respect. Everyone matters. We work with exceptional people who do exceptional things.

Transformative. We are smart, adaptable, learn from our mistakes and are willing to be the first to try new things.

Integrity. We uphold the values of Groundswell in every action and decision.

Excellence. We believe in what we are doing, thus we value hard work and persistence to offer our best.

Support Each Other. We are committed to building an encouraging, caring, and supportive environment.

Get Stuff Done. We work with a sense of urgency. We take pride in our work and bring our A-game to all our interactions.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan: employer match vested on day one

  • Monthly phone and internet stipends

  • Paid holidays and a Christmas break

  • Healthcare spending accounts

  • Long term disability insurance

  • Paid time off (vacations, sick, personal leave)

  • Development Days

Open Positions

  • Community Engagement Associate

    The Community Engagement Associate, DMV is responsible for implementing with excellence the vision for building community power in the District of Columbia and the surrounding areas. This is a full-time opportunity based in Washington, DC for a professional who is committed to serving their community, passionate about sustainability and clean energy, and ready to lead a community outreach and engagement initiative that will help residents learn about and engage with the community economic development benefits in clean energy, including community solar. The Community Engagement Associate will serve as a point of contact for partners and community leaders. 

Stay in Touch

To stay in touch with us for future opportunities, join our recruiting mailing list or contact us at hiring@groundswell.org.