Civic and Community Engagement Advocate

Location: Montpelier, VT (with statewide travel)
Position Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Schedule: Flexible 37.5 hours per week; occasional evenings and weekends required

Disability Rights Vermont (DRVT), the state’s designated protection and advocacy system, seeks a Civic and Community Engagement Advocate to advance the rights of people with disabilities through public-facing advocacy, community engagement, and civic participation initiatives.

This position focuses on training and public education, community outreach, civic engagement, and voting rights advocacy, while supporting DRVT’s broader systems-level advocacy efforts. The role is highly collaborative and involves building relationships across communities, organizations, and coalitions statewide.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct outreach and advocacy in community settings throughout Vermont, including community programs, local organizations, and public events.
Engage in community and civic activities, including events, meetings, forums, and tabling related to disability rights and access.
Provide information, referrals, and advocacy assistance to individuals with disabilities, as appropriate.
Support systemic advocacy efforts, including public education, policy engagement, and legislative or civic outreach.
Prepare and deliver presentations and trainings to community groups, partners, and the public.
Distribute informational materials and conduct informal drop-in outreach as appropriate.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of advocacy activities using DRVT’s database and technology systems.
Collaborate with DRVT staff to ensure advocacy work aligns with agency priorities and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, and/or experience.
Demonstrated commitment to disability rights and working respectfully with people with disabilities.
Knowledge of, or interest in, legislative or civic processes is a plus.
Strong organizational, writing, and computer skills.
Ability to work independently, make decisions under pressure, and solve problems creatively.
Willingness and ability to travel statewide (valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required).

Why Join DRVT?

Be part of a mission-driven organization advancing disability rights across Vermont.
Engage directly with communities to support advocacy, civic participation, and voting access.
Work in a collaborative, values-driven environment with flexible scheduling.
DRVT offers comprehensive benefits, including employer-paid health and dental insurance, retirement contributions, paid family leave, paid time off, and additional wellness supports.

To Apply

Email the following materials to info@disabilityrightsvt.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.