Toxics Outreach Specialist

Position Overview
The Lands Council is seeking motivated and community-oriented individuals to serve as Seasonal Toxics Outreach Specialists. This role supports outreach and education efforts focused on public health and environmental justice along the Spokane River.

Outreach Specialists will work closely with the Urban Forestry Program Director and Climate Justice Program Director to engage community membersparticularly those most impacted by environmental health risksthrough education surveys and relationship-building. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy connecting with people working outdoors and contributing to meaningful public health and environmental work.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one outreach and education with community members about Spokane River toxins and associated health risks.
• Engage with diverse populations including unhoused individuals low-income communities and communities of color.
• Administer surveys related to river usage fish consumption and awareness of contamination.
• Share information about contaminated sites cleanup efforts and opportunities for public input (e.g. comment periods hearings)
• Enter and manage survey data in spreadsheets
• Deliver presentations to neighborhood councils community groups and social service organizations.
• Distribute and post educational materials and health advisories
• Staff outreach tables at community events and gatherings
• Assist with updates to outreach materials as needed
• Support the Urban Forestry Program Director and Climate Justice Program Director with additional program activities

Schedule

• Approximately 20 hours per week
• Seasonal position running approximately June through September (flexible start/end dates)
• Evening and weekend availability required
• Mix of independent and team-based work

Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods including along the Spokane River corridor
Ability to walk moderate distances and navigate uneven terrain
Comfortable working in a variety of weather conditions
Ability to transport outreach materials and supplies (up to 25 pounds)

Preferred Qualifications
Interest in environmental justice public health or community outreach
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable initiating conversations with new people
Ability to engage respectfully with diverse communities
Experience with outreach education or community-based work (preferred but not required)
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Reliable adaptable and self-motivated
Basic computer skills (data entry spreadsheets)

• Ability to speak multiple languages (preferred but not required)

Why This Work Matters
The Spokane River is a vital community resource but legacy pollution continues to impact public healthespecially for communities with the highest exposure risks. This role helps ensure that accurate accessible information reaches those who need it most while supporting community voices in environmental decision-making.

How to Apply
Please submit a resume cover letter and references by April 20 2026. Please send questions about this job listing to Justyce Brant at

Applications will be closed on April 20th 2026.

Required Experience:

Junior IC