Job Tag: Law/Policy

The Mariners’ Museum sits in an urban oasis – the 550-acre park is now home to the 167-acre Mariners’ Lake and the Noland Trail – a five-mile shoreline trail with 14 bridges. Within the Museum itself, you will find 90,000 square feet of exhibition galleries.

Our Park Rangers are responsible for the safety and well-being of our Park users as well as maintaining order and enforcing the Park rules and guidelines. Our Park operations will be expanding over the next year, so the Park Ranger position will evolve and expand as well. It’s important for our Park Rangers to have a love and passion for the outdoors but also understand that this role serves the inside of our Museum as well.

This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $16.00 plus a full benefits package. No phone calls, please – only applicants being considered for interviews will be contacted.

Purpose:

The Park Ranger is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for visitors, volunteers, and staff while providing excellent customer service. This position monitors the Museum and The Noland Trail to detect potential hazards and notify appropriate personnel for corrective action. They also protect assets and provide assistance and service to the public and staff according to established procedures.

Duties:

Conduct periodic tours of the Museum, facility grounds, buildings, park, lake, and Noland Trail to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, illegal entry, and injury. Acknowledge and respond to activated alarms, secure facilities, and unlock doors/gates. May be assigned to respond to after-hours alarms.
Maintain order and prevent disturbances. Take corrective action to prevent harm or injury to the public and/or staff when appropriate. Enforce parking regulations, City ordinances, direct traffic, and assist local law enforcement and fire officials.
Enforce rules and regulations on the Museum property as they relate to Museum policies and compassionately explain policies/procedures in difficult situations to both the public and employees.
Operate communications and Control Room equipment in keeping with assigned duties.
Develop working relationships and maintain public relations with other employees, volunteers, and visitors. Project a positive service attitude to the Museum, employees, volunteers, and visitors.
Monitor CCTV cameras, access, intrusion, and fire alarm systems; identify suspicious activity and dispatch; and direct emergency response to correct the situation. Respond and assist as necessary.
Secure buildings from storm damage and act as support staff during times of man-made or natural crisis.
Access various areas of the Museum and property to make rounds and respond quickly to emergencies. Exert a high level of physical effort to manage medical emergencies or maintain order.
Perform assigned duties, responsibilities, and special projects as directed by the Director of Protection Service and/or Administration.
During off-duty hours, often on short notice, provide shift coverage in the absence of a scheduled employee and respond to emergency calls needing immediate attention.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively at a level generally acquired through completion of a high school education to prepare reports and deal effectively with the public and staff.
Visual acuity and proficient hearing are required to react and respond quickly and appropriately to public address codes, telephones, radios, alarms, and various emergencies.
Knowledge of security, public safety measures, fire safety, and techniques at a level generally acquired during 12-18 months of on-the-job training and orientation in such techniques or college curriculum in Administration of Justice or related field.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds on occasion.
Ability to use hand tools and operate a variety of gasoline-powered equipment.
Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions/extremes.
Ability to walk at least five miles with a ten-pound medical bag.
Ability to swim at least 50 meters fully clothed.

Education and Experience:

At least one year of experience in law enforcement, safety, or security field is preferred.
Ability to obtain CPR/AED qualification and maintain the same during employment.
Ability to obtain and maintain Wilderness First Aid qualification and maintain the same during employment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a water safety qualification from the American Red Cross and maintain the same during employment.
Ability to obtain a Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources Boaters Safety certification.

Conditions of Employment:

Work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays, as required.
Be able to respond to the Museum within 30 minutes when assigned as Duty Ranger.
During off-duty hours, often on short notice, provide shift coverage in the absence of a scheduled employee and respond to emergency calls needing immediate attention.
A valid Motor Vehicles driver’s license with a good DMV record is required. NOTE: A copy of the current DMV report is required before employment may begin; Periodic updates may be requested at any time; Failure to provide a DMV report as requested or an unsatisfactory report may be cause for discipline, up to and including dismissal.
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen prior to employment.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work in various environmental conditions as this position works both inside and outside.
Must be able to walk and be on your feet for a lengthy period, up to 8 hours a day.
Must be able to climb stairs, stoop and kneel when necessary.
Must be able to lift objects, up to 50 pounds, on occasion.

The Alaska Center envisions a thriving, just and sustainable Alaska for future generations. We engage, empower, and elect Alaskans to stand up for clean air and water, healthy communities, and a strong democracy. Our issue priorities are protecting salmon habitat, advancing clean energy solutions in the face of climate change, and amplifying Alaskans’ voices in the public process. In partnership with our sister organization The Alaska Center Education Fund, we achieve our vision through youth education and leadership development, community organizing and mobilization, and supporting leaders who champion our values.

Position Summary:

The Alaska Center seeks an enthusiastic and talented individual to serve as the Government Affairs Manager. This position advances AKC’s mission for clean air and water, healthy communities, and a strong democracy by networking and connecting with diverse groups of individuals, communicating effectively with elected officials from all political affiliations, and building strong coalitions. This position represents AKC in the Alaska Legislature, implements and develops legislative strategies that protect and advance our policy agenda, and lobbies to pass and defend critical environmental laws, voting rights, and budget priorities.

Primary Responsibilities:

Government Affairs and Policy

Strengthen and build The Alaska Center’s relationships with elected officials, advocates, and partners, in collaboration with the Political Director and Co-Executive Directors
Lead lobbying strategy within our team and lobby the State Legislature, Governor, state agencies, and occasionally other government bodies on our priority issues.
File required lobbying registration and reports; track reporting needs for the organization
Serve as an impactful spokesperson and policy expert in the public eye, including legislative testimony and media interviews
Serve as the organizational point-person on policy issues and questions
Develop content with the Communications Director for weekly legislative updates and action alerts for The Alaska Center supporters
Lead the creation and development of a legislator “score-card,â€ in coordination with the League of Conservation Voters and the communications team

Advocacy

Work with the Advocacy and Political Director and Executive Leadership Team to set policy priorities, strategy, and campaign plans

Track the progress of policies related to salmon, clean energy, and democracy throughout the year and provide regular updates to staff to keep the organization informed and ready to work
Monitor Federal Policy developments concerning climate and water protection pertaining to Alaska. Help craft state-level strategy targeting our federal elected officials in support or opposition to the policy

Coalition Work

Lead regular meetings with partners, facilitating and driving the strategy implementation around priority campaigns
Participate in multiple coalitions alongside other members of our team
Provide staff support to regular monthly meetings of the Municipal Climate Action Network to help guide coordinated local government action on climate policy

Organizational Leadership

Assist with fundraising, donor cultivation, and grant writing as needed.
Work with the Political Director to advise on electoral, policy and political plans. Assist in electoral work as needed
Provide support for special projects, such as voter engagement, as needed
Support organizational strategic planning and annual work plan development
Support creation and tracking of annual Government Affairs budget
Contribute to ongoing and growing leadership and management development of the AKC/EF staff, building towards a cohesive, inclusive and equitable culture as part of the Management Team

Skills/Requirements:

We will consider candidates with a broad range of experience for this position. At a minimum, two years of experience in or related to government, policymaking, advocacy or community organizing and/or a background in environmental, energy/climate or democracy policy preferred. Some demonstrated understanding of the Alaska political landscape is necessary.

To succeed in this job, you:

Are a connector and a people person. You are excited about developing and maintaining relationships with diverse coalition partners, elected officials, policymakers, and members of our community.
Have excellent interpersonal skills. You are able to work well in a team and manage projects that require input from multiple staff and across departments as well as with our partners and legislative champions.
Demonstrated understanding of, or ability to learn quickly about, environmental and democracy issues and politics, and their potential to engage the public.
You’re passionate about the mission of The Alaska Center and want to fight for clean air and water, healthy communities, and a strong democracy for all Alaskans.
Are nimble and can adjust strategies and tactics based on the fast-moving nature of the legislature.
Comfortable managing multiple projects at once and working independently
Demonstrate cultural competency and a commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture.

Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund are two national organizations that work towards environmental protection, justice, and public health. Clean Water Action, a grassroots environmental organization, advocates for strong environmental laws, addresses local environmental issues, and safeguards public health. Clean Water Fund, a research and education organization, promotes justice and public interest related to water, waste, clean energy, and toxins. Both organizations aim to ensure that communities most affected by environmental degradation have a voice and access to resources for clean energy and justice. Their work also involves advancing energy policies that significantly reduce climate pollution in Massachusetts and creating an equitable energy system that reduces carbon emissions and gives frontline communities a voice and resources to participate in the clean energy economy and adapt to climate change.

Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund are seeking a highly motivated and passionate individual to join our team as a full-time Climate Justice Program Director in our Boston office. In this exciting role, you will have the opportunity to lead our Massachusetts campaigns, making a meaningful impact in the fight against climate change and advocating for environmental justice in areas such as air quality, siting justice and energy efficiency. Your efforts will be focused on ensuring that all communities have equitable access to affordable clean energy. As the Climate Justice Program Director, you will collaborate with coalitions, mobilize our dedicated Clean Water members, and spearhead statewide reforms and local initiatives. Join us in championing clean energy and climate justice in Massachusetts!

Responsibilities

Represent Clean Water in climate justice coalitions, lead Clean Water Action’s participation in coalition initiatives, and lead coalition projects or sub committees where appropriate.
Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders and partner organizations particularly labor partners, those in environmental justice communities, as well as state legislators and administrative officials.
With coalition partners and colleagues – design and execute campaign plans that build grassroots and political power and increase access to clean energy, environmental justice, and energy efficiency.
Oversee climate justice related communications, including member communication, social media, and traditional media work.
Advance policy improvements that benefit low-income communities and communities of color.
Supervise 1-2 staff and 1-2 interns.
Lead grant fundraising for climate justice campaigns and support fundraising events and appeals.

Qualifications

If you meet most, but not all qualifications, we strongly encourage you to apply.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience with campaign organizing, including campaign design.
A background in clean energy and/or climate justice.
Experience with community organizing and/or policy advocacy in Massachusetts.
Demonstrated commitment to Clean Water’s mission and values including demonstrated leadership on economic and racial justice issues.
Strong interpersonal skills including cultural competency in working with people from a variety of economic, racial, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Adaptability and ability to learn on the job.
Excellent oral and written communication abilities, including expertise in working with the media and effectively conveying the campaign’s narrative.
Well organized and able to manage multiple projects at one time.
Demonstrated team leadership skills including supervision experience.
Demonstrated success with grant writing.

Position Summary:

The Program Coordinator provides administrative management and support to the Environmental Advocacy and Environmental Justice Clinics at Vermont Law & Graduate School. The EAC and EJC are two public interest legal clinics with dockets that feature local, regional, and national cases that advance environmental protections and environmental justice. The two clinics are separate, but coordinate on some projects and are located within the same building. The Program Coordinator provides support for 4 – 6 attorneys, who are also professors, clinical fellows, and student clinicians. They also coordinate the Clinics’ functioning as both active law offices and teaching arms of the law school.

Essential Functions and Principal Accountabilities:

Responsible for overall management of EAC/EJC offices. Serves as the administrative point of contact and responds to all inquiries; ensures that records and information, including electronic files, are well-organized, current, and accurate; liaise with IT/Media/Facilities on program needs; administers program and administrative support for Clinical faculty teaching, research and service needs including some litigation filing, bar admissions filings, and similar tasks.
Manages the program’s application, enrollment, and semester-end processes, including conflicts checks and confidentiality agreements, and independently works to resolve conflicts.
In conjunction with Directors of EJC/EAC, plans and administers all EAC and EJC events such as open houses.
Participates in the development and revision of clinic policies and procedures.
Prepares and submits travel reimbursements, mileage reimbursements, credit card reconciliations (memberships/dues) for processing to the VLS Business Office. Helps create, monitor and report on project budgets and produces spreadsheets documenting expenses. Provides occasional travel arrangement support.
Hires and supervises work-study students and manages high-level administrative activities; manages work-study paperwork and approves time in payroll system.
Maintain systems for capturing and tracking institutional memory, such as internal memos, etc.
Works with communications team, clinic attorneys and other VLGS programs to help develop publications, and publicity materials like newsletters for the EAC and EJC.
Manages the EAC and EJC websites, Facebook pages, Twitter pages, and other social media, working with communications team and clinic attorneys to help develop content.
Works to ensure that the program’s web presence is optimized and works with clinic attorneys and communications team to regularly update web content so that it is compelling and current.
Assists with supplying budgetary and statistical information in support of grant applications and reports.
Prepares and coordinates information and meeting materials for the clinic attorneys, including client communications and meeting agendas.
Provide support to Clinical and Experiential Committee as needed.
Communicates with IT to help ensure all clinic office computers, copiers, fax machine, software and telephone systems are operational.
Helps with scheduling meetings and managing clinic attorney calendars.
Orders office supplies, manage mail, and otherwise ensure a well running office environment.

Requirements

Required Education, Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree, paralegal and/or business administration or business accounting certification, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two to five years of office administration experience; ideally including at least one year of legal experience and/or a combination of education and experience resulting in comparable knowledge and skills.
Understanding of, appreciation for, and commitment to inclusion, including the ability to work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds, identities, and viewpoints.
Knowledge of office practices and procedures, preferably but not necessarily in a law office setting.
Proficient in use of grammar, with editing experience a plus but not required.
Self-starting and self-directing.
Budget and grant reporting experience preferred.
Ability to interact with others with consideration and discretion.
Strong organizational skills and ability to respond appropriately to pressures, deadlines and changes in priorities and schedules.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs. Proficiency in or willingness to learn other computer programs including student-learning platforms and databases, and other required or evolving platforms.
Adapt to new and emerging technology as established and communicated by the law school.

Other Requirements:

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines and reorganize under pressure.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Must be able to work legally within the United States without sponsorship.
Physical ability to perform all essential functions of the job with or without basic accommodations.

ABOUT FLOW: Everything we do is reflected in our name: For Love of Water or simply “FLOW.â€ Our vision is a future where healthy waters sustain healthy communities in the Great Lakes Basin.Our mission is to ensure the waters of the Great Lakes Basin are healthy, public, and protected for all.FLOW’s law and policy work focuses on: (1) maintaining public ownership of water and water infrastructure; (2) promoting awareness and use of the public trust doctrine to defend public waters and public trust uses; (3) ensuring that water is safe and affordable for all; (4) strengthening state and local protection of groundwater and drinking water. Through our targeted policy initiatives, FLOW has built key partnerships with state and regional Great Lakes groups, leveraged our expertise to influence agencies and impact state and federal legislation, and grown to be a trusted source of current information on issues affecting our freshwater seas. For more information about FLOW’s history, programs, staff, or board visit:www.ForLoveOfWater.org.

FLOW is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a diverse and inclusive workplace, and seeks a wide range of perspectives and backgrounds. FLOW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment, promotion, compensation, or other terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. FLOW encourages all qualified candidates to apply!

POSITION SUMMARY: FLOW is seeking a strategic, highly organized, detail-oriented Policy Director. The role will include the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of our diverse portfolio of water-related program initiatives. This dynamic role involves advancement of environmental policy strategies through regular coordination with coalition partners and stakeholders, and internal program management with FLOW staff. The Policy Director will work closely with the Executive Director and the Legal Director to develop and refine strategies that advance overall programs and impact.

The successful candidate will possess a proven track record of designing, developing, implementing, managing, and evaluating effective policy programs and strategic interventions. The candidate also is a strategic thinker and writer in possession of strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem solving that results in measurable success. While capable of outstanding independent work, the ideal candidate is also a team player working internally and with partners and will demonstrate superior organizational skills, including an ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines. The ideal candidate will have extensive policy and legislative research experience, including interacting with policymakers and staff and testifying, excellent writing skills, be comfortable issue spotting and synthesizing policy trends, demonstrate creativity, effectively represent FLOW in coalitions with allies, and possess a keen attention to detail.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead Strategic Policy Interventions and Campaigns: Develop coordinated program strategies with the Executive Director, Legal Director, and staff to implement strategic policy interventions and support FLOW’s efforts to educate policymakers and the public. Lead policy campaigns, conduct and direct policy research, author and supervise policy reports and briefs, keep abreast of relevant national or state policy ideas outside of Michigan, track legislation and policy developments, trends, and partnership opportunities for programs and develop and/or assign preparation of responses where appropriate for Great Lakes issues concerning groundwater, water privatization, water infrastructure and affordability, septic system and polluter pay reform, and other emerging matters. Develop and revise targeted weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual policy goals and work plans to accelerate Great Lakes protection.
Build and Maintain Partnerships, Alliances, Coalitions: Cultivate and maintain relationships with partner organizations, thought leaders, experts, and stakeholders, and develop meaningful local, state, regional, or national partnerships with new allies. Manage coalition members and listservs as needed. Share with other staff opportunities to lead or represent FLOW in regional, state, and local coalitions, task forces, steering committees, working groups, and public events.
Oversee and Manage Partnership Relationships: Assure effective coordination and communications across staff, interns, consultants, advisors, and coalition partners for program planning, implementation, evaluation, and grant documentation. Oversee and manage expert contractors, including government relations firms, and interns.
Supervise Effective Collaboration and Communication: Work with communications staff in identifying and delivering key policy-related content. Work with the development team to identify and pursue funding opportunities in support of program work. Oversee and monitor implementation of program work plans to assure success.
Direct and Monitor Milestones and Timelines for Program Impact: Manage program timelines and assure programs meet established time and content milestones, monitor project scope, support the design, development, and implementation of work plans, and support program evaluation. Track and document program activities, outcomes and accomplishments for internal use, supporting Fund Development and Communications teams by providing program descriptions, strategy updates, outcomes, and forecasting. Create program overviews, educational outreach materials, evaluation metrics, and indicators of success.

WORKING CONDITIONS: FLOW is based in downtown Traverse City, Michigan, and we offer a hybrid remote-work option upon completion of necessary training. It will require additional moderate programmatic travel associated with the position.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of seven (7) years of related professional experience. Prior nonprofit experience is desirable.
Proven track record of effectively developing, implementing, managing, and leading successful public policy plans and campaigns.
Experience leading teams of internal and external members, advisors, and contractors to develop and deliver policy change.

Skills and Proficiencies

Strong working knowledge and understanding of public policy and legislation.
Superior spoken and written communication skills and problem-solving ability.
Impeccable interpersonal engagement and communication skills.
Demonstrated strong supervisory experience.
Demonstrated ability to be highly organized, self-driven, and in possession of excellent time-management skills.
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, including managing multiple policy campaigns at once.
Experience participating in coalitions and collaborating with external partners.
Ability to create compelling presentations to summarize and visualize findings, familiarity with grant-making processes for non-profit organizations.
Budget skills for effective policy design and implementation.
Strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, systems thinker, self-motivated, and committed to excellence, sound judgment, and confidentiality.
Proficiency or professional experience with essential software, including Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, and project management tools.
Professional discretion, sound judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Willingness to travel and work occasional nights and weekends for events.

Shared Values

Commitment to FLOW’s mission to ensure the waters of the Great Lakes Basin are healthy, public, and protected for all.
Dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion and an ability to infuse those elements into policy strategies and organizational and campaign planning.
Commitment to building a healthy work culture based on collegiality, teamwork, collaboration, partnerships, and public engagement.

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, AND APPLICATION PROCEDURE: This is a full-time, Director-level position with a salary range of $75,000-$90,000 , commensurate with experience, and benefits.

American Farmland Trust is the only national organization that takes a holistic approach to agriculture, focusing on the land itself, the agricultural practices used on that land, and the farmers and ranchers who do the work. Since our founding in 1980, AFT has helped permanently protect over 6.5 million acres of agricultural lands, advanced environmentally-sound farming practices on millions of additional acres, and helped thousands of farm families make a go of it (primarily through programs that increase farm viability and/or enhance farmland access). Long a pioneering leader, AFT is now riding a new wave of growth, driven by agriculture’s most pressing needs and opportunities.

The Position

Reporting to the New England Policy Manager, AFT is seeking a Policy Associate in the region to increase our capacity to advance policies that save farmland, promote sound farming practices, and keep farmers on the land. This position is remote, but the candidate must be located within New England, and will, preferably be based in Maine.

This is an exciting opportunity to help carry out the policy agenda of a growing, forward-thinking, agricultural conservation organization. This exceptionally organized and highly motivated individual will have two primary roles: 1. Advocating for and advancing policies that save the land that sustains us and 2. Supporting the New England Policy Manager and other regional staff with coordination, outreach, regular communications, and providing research to key stakeholders. Under the guidance of the New England Policy Manager, the Policy Associate will create a detailed advocacy strategy for AFT New England’s policy work in Maine; coordinate and elevate the Working Lands Alliance project in Connecticut; and play a supportive role in advancing policy work that is being led by key regional partners whose mission aligns with AFT.

The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable about agriculture, energy, and farmland protection policy in New England and will be an experienced collaborator. This supportive role will aid the New England policy team in expanding and diversifying AFT’s reputation and relationships with allied organizations, policymakers, State Department of Agriculture officials, farmers, and thought leaders. They will also work closely with other AFT team members on both the New England team and the Federal Policy Team. This role will communicate key policy initiatives related but not limited to farmland protection, farmland access, climate-smart agriculture and soil health, smart solar siting, and PFAS contamination in farmland to stakeholders, policymakers, and the public.

Key Responsibilities:

Represent AFT at Maine stakeholder meetings and under the guidance of the New England, Policy Manager lead AFT’s advocacy efforts in the state;
Research best practices, new and emerging policy trends, and conducting policy scans, in coordination with other AFT staff to guide and support policy development and advancement in the region. Research topics may include but are not limited to farmland protection, farmland access, renewable energy siting, business technical assistance and soil health initiatives that help farmers combat climate change;
Coordinate the Working Lands Alliance (WLA) Steering Committee functions including but not limited to scheduling meetings, assisting with the preparation of materials, agenda, and presentations; notetaking; and supporting follow-up communications;
Organize New England policy events. This involves reserving event space, coordinating caterers and speakers, sending out event invitations, and assisting with follow-up;
Draft testimony and organizational sign-on letters of support for key policies and programs; public comments to State Agency officials; emails and event invitations to key state leaders and lawmakers; white papers on specific policy provisions (e.g. Option to Purchase at Agricultural Value, PFAS contamination on Farmland, etc.); action alerts and other necessary advocacy documentation, as needed, to the general public;
Help coordinate programs for a diversity of stakeholders across multiple formats, such as webinars, networking events, and educational workshops;
Respond to email and phone inquiries from farmers, landowners, organizations, and the public regarding AFT’s policy work;
Assist with coordinating internal meetings and communications to ensure timely completion of program activities;
Help to build farmer engagement with advancing AFT’s policy agenda by phone or email and attending conferences with the Policy Manager;
Assist with content development and delivery for social media campaigns, regular email updates, and other digital communications; and
Support the development and drafting of stories of farmers and others that are engaged in AFT’s programs.

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be a reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an “at-willâ€ basis.
Requirements

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who shares in our passion to advance conservation and agricultural policies in the region. A strong candidate for this role is a versatile and persuasive writer, detail and task oriented, collaborative in nature and is good at building and maintaining relationships with others. This individual will have experience coordinating group meetings, setting agendas, taking minutes, and is timely in meeting follow-up. Candidates that are based in Maine, understand Maine agriculture, energy policy, and farmland protection, or have experience working on public policy in Maine with be prioritized.

Knowledge, Approach and Know-how:

You are curious and approach new groups with an open mind and are thoughtful in how you engage with diverse stakeholders. You can successfully build and maintain productive relationships with these stakeholders.
You are highly organized, a quick learner, have an ability to adapt to new processes and context. You can juggle multiple tasks, policy issue areas, and competing priorities in a high-energy environment.
You are committed to creating diverse coalitions and promoting/centering issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in American Farmland Trust’s policy work.
You are outgoing and energetic.

Nuts and Bolts Experience:

You have a basic understanding of farmland protection, farmland access, soil health, and solar siting policies in New England, as well as a familiarity with State and/or Local policy-making processes
You are extremely independent
You are a strong writer and can demonstrate your ability to communicate effectively to diverse stakeholders (e.g. how would you explain soil health policy to a farmer vs. explaining it to a public official?)
Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Docs is required
Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and Teams a plus.
Additional computer skills, including experience with web design, Salsa, social media or GIS are preferred
Fluency in a second language is desired but not required

Education and Experience

5 years’ experience working in one of the following areas: farmland protection, energy, or agricultural conservation, with at least one year focused on policy work in these areas, OR
An advanced degree in law or public policy with demonstrated expertise in agriculture, sustainable development, climate policy, conservation, farmland protection, or natural resource planning.

Travel

The position requires travel around New England to attend conferences and events, conduct partner and community outreach, and host technical assistance workshops, but such travel is not more than 25% of the time. In addition, infrequent overnight travel or travel to other national locations may be required when directly connected to AFT outcomes.

Compensation

American Farmland Trust offers excellent vacation, medical, retirement, and other benefits. The salary range for this position is from $52,000 – $57,000 depending on experience.

Do you want to make a difference protecting and restoring the abundance of the oceans? Oceana seeks a Senior Counsel to provide legal support for the advocacy campaigns run out of the Washington, D.C., office. The Senior Counsel will also advise the campaigns on legal compliance and risk mitigation and assist in the administration of the Law Department. The Senior Counsel may also engage in special projects, including to research new campaign issue or geographic areas; provide legal support to campaigns run by other Oceana offices around the world; assist in defending Oceana against legal claims brought by outside parties; and perform other tasks managed by the Law Department as needed.

This position requires someone with strong organizational skills, well-developed written and oral communication skills, and the ability to take initiative and be creative in suggesting and implementing ways to accomplish Oceana’s goals.

Strong candidates for this position will have a Juris Doctor, must be or able to become a member of good standing in the District of Columbia Bar, and have a minimum of seven years legal experience related to the principal duties and essential functions. The Senior Counsel reports to the Assistant General Counsel. This position is full-time (40 hours/week) and based in Washington, DC.

Ceres is a nonprofit advocacy organization forging the path to a just and inclusive future by guiding investors and companies towards a sustainable economy. We aren’t just trying to solve the climate crisis –– we’re changing the system from the inside out by making the business case for sustainability and creating the conditions that allow investors and companies to act.
For more information about Ceres, please visit our website (www.ceres.org). 

About You
You are a highly motivated self-starter looking to be an advocate for Ceres’ policy goals and will support the Senior Director of Stewardship and Partnerships primarily through communications, research, participation and note-taking in strategy meetings, data collection, and organization. Projects will include but not limited to researching prospective members, partners, and assisting with the management of the organization’s database, updating marketing collateral, website and developing pitch decks.

About the Role
The Senior Associate will proactively support the Senior Director through administration and advocacy of Ceres’ Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP) initiatives. BICEP programs seek to advance climate and clean energy policies at the federal and state levels. Learn more about the BICEP network here.

This is a full-time salaried position, working remotely. Employees may occasionally be asked to travel to Ceres’ Boston or San Francisco office.

Primary duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Manage and update all BICEP Network related distribution lists (Members, Prospects, Partners, Working Groups) in and outside of Salesforce
Manage the creation and distribution of all BICEP communications (Weekly Updates, Monthly Calls, Steering Committee Calls, BICEP Working Groups Calls)
Responsible for updating BICEP related marketing materials 
Assist with annual dues processing
Assist in developing annual member surveys
Ensure data accuracy for members and prospects in Salesforce
Conduct private sector research and update BICEP Network member company and prospect backgrounders on an on-going basis with updated policy priorities, sustainability goals, and footprint information 
Assist with recruitment and development of a pipeline of businesses to engage in policy advocacy
Serve as a relationship manager and/or as part of the engagement team for our BICEP Network Members
Responsible for creating, managing and distribution of the annual engagement reports
Provide administrative, logistical and event management support for all BICEP related events (monthly calls, webinars, in-person events) 
Serve as the policy liaison to the Events Team and the Company Network Team
Assist with hiring support of BICEP Team staff/Interns
Support execution of policy team events at the Ceres annual conference program and other org-wide events.
Support special projects as assigned

Qualifications
We understand that there are many paths to acquiring expertise and experience. Therefore, we welcome candidates from diverse and nontraditional backgrounds for this role who have demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to carry out the major duties outlined in this job description, including the following required skills: 

Three or more years of work experience, preferably in government or nonprofit sectors.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and some project management abilities.
Strong organizational and administrative skills.
Excellent research, organizational and problem-solving capabilities and highly developed written and verbal communication skills
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, social media and email applications.
Demonstrated interest in climate and clean energy policy and sustainability issues, preferred.
Experience working in advocacy settings with private sector entities preferred.
Experience working with diverse constituent groups, a plus.
Sound judgment and high level of integrity and professionalism, with an ability to manage confidential information and maintain discretion, diplomacy, and courtesy in all contacts Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong project management skills and proven ability evaluate workload and to prioritize, lead and successfully deliver projects on time.
Demonstrated initiative and motivation, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to bring a positive outlook and commitment to working at Ceres on a daily basis.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.  
Demonstrated ability to support Ceres’ Commitment to Inclusion and Equity
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), other database applications, teleconference and webinar systems and standard e-mail computer applications and willingness to be trained on Ceres specific applications
Desire to work in a mission-driven and nonprofit environment.

The Office of the Attorney General is recruiting for the position of Paralegal for its Environmental Section. Prior paralegal experience is preferred. We offer the challenge and opportunity of public service, work-life balance, and an attractive compensation package inclusive of paid time off, paid holidays, health/dental/life insurance, retirement, and more.

DUTIES: This position provides a full range of legal and administrative support to the Environmental Section’s attorneys. These responsibilities will include: preparing, formatting and proofing legal documents, correspondence and court filings; generating a weekly report; assembling, redacting and compiling documents in PDF format; creating, maintaining and updating Excel spreadsheets; creating, organizing and updating filing paper and electronic filing systems; maintaining legal databases; legal research; managing client litigation; ensuring calendar control for attorneys; and public records coordination and preservation.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be experienced with all Microsoft Products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience with preparation of litigation documents (including briefs and tables of authorities), memoranda and correspondence as well as the preparation and updating of spreadsheets. Workload demands typing proficiency and strong proof-reading skills. Candidates must be detail-oriented and demonstrate the ability to work efficiently, juggle deadlines and collaborate effectively in deadline-based environment. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as a team player in covering the work of others when the situation demands

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of environmental, federal, and state government terminology is a plus, as is experience in working with Commonwealth agencies.

SALARY: The position title and salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The Center for Biological Diversity seeks a full-time staff attorney in New Mexico to advance our state-level work on oil and gas production and pollution. This position is located in New Mexico.

General position overview:

The Climate Law Institute wages innovative legal and grassroots campaigns to protect people, wildlife and ecosystems from climate change and the fossil fuel industry. We work at every level, including international, federal, state, and local campaigns. We seek a staff attorney to join our New Mexico team to address oil and gas production and pollution in New Mexico. The staff attorney will carry out regulatory and legal interventions to help New Mexico phase out oil and gas production as science demands. The successful candidate will work closely with a dynamic team of legal, science, organizing, and communications staff, as well as colleagues at allied organizations to keep oil in the ground in New Mexico.

Main duties:

Research and analyze potential legal and regulatory interventions on New Mexico oil and gas production. Work with our team and with allies to design and implement strong strategies to stop the growth of oil and gas production and begin a phase-out.

Track, monitor, and influence legislation and regulatory processes related to New Mexico oil and gas production, including commenting on proposed rulemakings and preparing petitions for rulemaking.

Develop and litigate cases addressing New Mexico oil and gas production.

Build and maintain an open line of communication with the state legislature and agencies with the goal of advancing our policy priorities—including through one-on-one and group meetings.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key allies and advocate to advance common goals, including measures to achieve justice and equity in the fossil fuel phase-out.

Essential qualities, qualifications and skills:

Licensed to practice law in New Mexico and familiarity with New Mexico environmental and administrative law; candidates who wish to relocate to New Mexico and take the New Mexico bar will be considered.
Minimum three years litigation experience.
Excellent legal research, writing and oral advocacy skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse team on a litigation docket.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and organizations with a wide array of goals, perspectives, and backgrounds, including experience working with coalitions. Commitment to incorporating principles of justice, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of the work.

Demonstrated ability to take initiative and think creatively about policy and strategic campaigning.
Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate challenges, including from a powerful and well-resourced opposition.
Strong organizational skills and an ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment with a full workload where it is necessary to balance multiple tasks and deadlines.
Interest in climate policy, and biodiversity protection.
Willingness to travel, at times on short notice.

Preferred qualifications, skills, and qualities:

Experience with federal environmental and administrative law in addition to New Mexico environmental and administrative law.
Experience with systemic, impact litigation.
Experience with New Mexico policy work, and legislative advocacy.
Existing relationships and experience working with organizations led by Black, Indigenous, and other people of color.
Familiarity with the scientific literature on climate change.
Experience with media outreach and interviews.

Benefits Package:

Paid generous medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
403(b) plan with opportunity for employer matching
Generous time-off policies
Informal and collegial work atmosphere

Salary Range: $69,000-85,000 DOE.