Job Tag: Law/Policy

The Land Trust Alliance is the voice of the land trust community. As the national leader in policy, standards and education, we work passionately to support land trusts across America so they can save more land and better serve their communities.

Our natural places and working lands are a lifeline to clean air, water, food and good health. These lands also bring us together, inspire us and provide opportunities to recreate and recharge. The land trust community is a crucial component in this equation. With important places under continual threat, land trusts need access to the best tools, information and policy advocates. Armed with a diverse network and valuable resources, the Alliance is the land trust communityÔÇÖs source for the knowledge and capabilities they need to reach their goals. From tax and funding policies on Capitol Hill to innovative ideas, partnerships and initiatives, we ensure our land trust members can always be heard and achieve more.

Position Summary

The Energy and Climate Policy Advisor will report to the Senior Director of Government Relations. This position will identify federal and state policy opportunities to advance natural climate solutions (e.g., the ability of vegetation and soils to absorb and sequester significant amounts of carbon), drive resources to the land sector and protect land trusts from detrimental climate and energy policies. The will educate, mobilize and coordinate land trusts in particular states and at a national level to advance the land trust communityÔÇÖs climate and energy priorities.

The Policy Advisor will convene, inform and organize the nationÔÇÖs land trusts, conservation partners, climate coalitions and other stakeholders to educate lawmakers and government agency officials about the land sectorÔÇÖs critical role in mitigating climate change and limiting warming. The will play a leading role in helping the Alliance shape policy, consistent with Land Trust Standards and Practices, that invests in natural climate solutions through interaction with federal, state and local decision-makers and their staffs, land trust members, and other stakeholders.

S/he will also lead the AllianceÔÇÖs initiative to advance the responsible siting of energy infrastructure to avoid the impact to permanently conserved lands and easements. The Policy Advisor will coordinate with the land trust community and other stakeholders to advocate for comprehensive, integrated resource planning that treats conservation, landowner and other consumer concerns and investments on an equal basis with utilities and energy company priorities.

This is an external facing position. A successful individual in this position will have experience working in a non-partisan manner on energy and climate policy and development and implementation of strategies to influence public policy. This individual must also possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Funding for this position is secure through April 30, 2024.

Specific Responsibilities:

Build new and strengthen existing partnerships and coalitions with relevant entities including nonprofit organizations, government agencies, business and industry.

Inform and mobilize advocacy through effective communications that promote partner and stakeholder participation.

Track, analyze, develop and advance federal and state energy and climate policy opportunities, proposals and legislation.

Represent the Alliance before Congress, state legislatures and other decision makers.

Lead coordination with land trust networks and advisory bodies to disseminate information, coordinate messages, support advocacy and offer policy recommendations.

Create and develop training materials including webinars and workshops; present at state land trust gatherings, regional conferences and Rally: The National Land Conservation Conference.

Convene land trusts and partners in targeted states to help develop and implement climate policy advocacy strategies.

Represent the Alliance at conferences and meetings to educate decision-makers about land-sector climate solutions.

Identify and track federal and state policy opportunities to direct resources toward natural climate solutions.

Conduct policy analysis, advocacy and coordination across an interdepartmental team and with external partners.

Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A minimum of four years of experience in climate and energy policy analysis and development.

BachelorÔÇÖs Degree in relevant field.

Proven ability to foster collaboration among partners to advance policy priorities highly desirable.

Experience cultivating foundations, individuals, and government agencies for financial support.

Strong understanding of congressional and executive branch policy-making. Experience with both federal and state policy making highly desirable.

Experience working with the Departments of Energy and Transportation, Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Environmental Protection Agency highly desirable.

Familiarity with land conservation, Farm Bill easement programs and working lands as well as knowledge of land trusts highly desirable. Knowledge of Land Trust Standards and Practices a plus.

Strong oral and written communications skills, ability to communicate effectively with both the Alliance members and public decision-makers.

Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize workload.

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to travel up to 30 percent annually.

Compensation

The budgeted salary range for this position is $85,000 ÔÇô $95,000 commensurate with skills, years of experience, location, and unique background and qualifications of the candidate.

The Land Trust Alliance offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and other health coverage; life and disability insurance; paid vacation, personal, sick, and holiday leave; and 403(b) retirement benefits.

NRDC is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization. We use law, science, and the support of 3.1 million members and online activists to protect the planet’s wildlife and wild places and to ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water, and healthy communities. NRDC was founded in 1970 and our people helped write some of America’s bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act and many of the implementing regulations. Today, our team of more than 700 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy advocates, communications experts, and others work across the United States and the globe from our offices in Bozeman, Montana; Chicago; New York; San Francisco; Santa Monica; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing.

NRDC is seeking a State Industrial Policy Advocate to work with the Industry, Hydrogen, and Innovation team within the Climate and Clean Energy Program in one of NRDC’s offices.

Position Summary

NRDC is seeking a State Industrial Advocate to work with the Climate and Clean Energy ProgramÔÇÖs Industry, Hydrogen, and Innovation Group in our New York, Washington, DC, Chicago, or San Francisco office to help the team effectively tackle deep decarbonization of U.S. industrial manufacturing, with a particular focus on the cement, concrete, steel and aluminum industries. The new hire will help build internal capacity to advocate for decarbonization policies in 3-4 target states, beginning with developing a well-informed and effective decarbonization strategy that complements ÔÇô and does not delay ÔÇô our existing decarbonization efforts in other sectors. This includes building technical expertise on existing and emerging decarbonization levers, their respective barriers, and emissions reduction potential; assessing and understanding the health and local pollution impacts of each on adjacent communities; helping evaluate and/or design model decarbonization policies that fit state contexts; and building state-based coalitions to advocate for such policies. This work will be coordinated with our federal advocacy on industrial decarbonization and also in collaboration with our hydrogen team on cross cutting issues.
Responsibilities

Support NRDCÔÇÖs industrial decarbonization advocacy in 3-4 priority states
Develop technical expertise on decarbonizing the cement, concrete, steel, and aluminum industries, including on existing and emerging decarbonization levers, their respective barriers, and emissions reduction potential, as well as health and local pollution impacts of each on adjacent communities.
Help evaluate and/or design model decarbonization policies in target regions and states.
Work closely with NRDCÔÇÖs federal and state advocates and Government Affairs team to carry out advocacy to remove impediments to decarbonizing industrial plants in key sectors; create demand for low embodied carbon alternatives (via public and/or corporate procurement); and build a coalition of stakeholders for action.
Represent NRDC through active participation in state coalitions, providing collaboration and guidance to maximize effectiveness and grow support for needed policies.
Liaise, as needed, with funders in support of the industrial decarbonization teamÔÇÖs development goals.
Develop written materials (e.g., blogs, action plans, white papers) to educate state policymakers and other stakeholders on the decarbonization opportunities and policy options.

Qualifications

Required

Commitment to NRDCÔÇÖs mission and values.
4-5 yearsÔÇÖ working experience in policy advocacy or a related technical field.
Demonstrated ability to analyze, understand, and translate complex scientific, legal, and policy matters for advocacy purposes.
Strong strategic skills relevant to policy, advocacy, and project development.
Experience managing complex projects involving many moving parts and teams.
Demonstrated ability to build and work within coalitions, including those that reach beyond the traditional environmental community.
Demonstrated ability to work with and manage consultants, fellows and/or interns on discrete projects.
Persuasive verbal and written communication skills.
Strong inter-personal, relationship-building and networking skills.
Substantial experience with public speaking and oral advocacy with decisionmakers.

Preferred

Engineering degree or experience with a technical subject matter is strongly preferred.

Become an Air & Climate Regulatory Policy Senior Advisor at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow. In this job, you will be a Case Manager (Senior Advisor) on the Electrification and Customer Programs Policy team in the Regulatory Affairs organization. You will develop air quality and climate change policy positions with a focus on transportation and building electrification. You will coordinate regulatory policy development, lead cross-functional project teams, perform regulatory case management, and will be responsible for planning, developing, and coordinating regulatory filings and policy development to advance SCEÔÇÖs Pathway 2045 and Mind the Gap policy objectives. As an Air & Climate Regulatory Policy Senior Advisor, you will help power our planet, reduce carbon emissions, and create cleaner air for everyone. Are you ready to take on the challenge to help us build a better future?

A day in the life ÔÇô Get ready to think big, work smart and shine bright!

Leads regulatory case management on proceedings of importance to the company. Prepares and writes regulatory documents such as Applications, Advice Letters, Testimony, Comments, and Data Request Responses, ensuring the company’s position is reflected accurately and timely. Leads witness preparation process. May represent SCE in proceedings with various regulatory agencies, other utilities, regional & national industry organizations, interveners, customers, and other departments and/or parties.

Leads cross-functional teams to address strategic issues and handles resolution of complex regulatory issues. Leads the development of regulatory policies, processes, and strategies across the enterprise to achieve consistency on positions in various SCE regulatory proceedings.

Identifies tasks required to complete regulatory requirements. Interprets regulatory requirements and provides guidance to the business to ensure compliance. Identifies issues that require attention and raises them to management. Maintains thorough knowledge of regulations, rules, and procedures.

Interacts with internal and external parties to advance SCEÔÇÖs positions. Communicates with all levels of the organization, including management, regarding relevant regulations and legislation. Provides communication regarding status of proceedings to SCE executives and other internal clients. May act as a key consultant to senior and executive management.

Promotes the CompanyÔÇÖs safety culture to ensure a safe work environment.

Qualifications

The essentials

Ten years of combined experience in project or program management, cross-functional coordination, energy markets, environmental sustainability and/or energy-related regulatory policy.

Experience analyzing and interpreting energy related regulations, legislation, or policies.

The Preferred:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Public Policy, Public Administration, Economics, Environmental Policy, Law Degree or related field.

Five years of experience in any of the following: advocating or analyzing regulations, public policy development, strategic analysis, regulatory case management, organizational programs, or contract management.

Three or more years of experience in transportation or building electrification regulatory policy matters and related project management.

Ability to follow Edison safety protocols and safe work practices.

Experience developing regulatory documents such as Applications, Advice Letters, Testimony, Comments, and Data Request Responses.

Experience leading cross functional project teams.

Electric utility industry experience.

Experience with state and federal regulatory and/or legislative functions and processes.

Experience developing and delivering presentations to internal and external clients, as well as senior management.

Customer-focused to understand and respond appropriately to business needs.

You should know

This positionÔÇÖs work mode is hybrid. The employee will report to an SCE facility for a set number of days with the option to work remotely on the remaining days. Unless otherwise noted, employees are required to reside in the state of California. Further details of this work mode will be discussed at the interview stage.

Visit our Candidate Resource page to get meaningful information related to benefits, perks, resources, testing information, and hiring process, and more!

This position requires testing and applicants who are identified to continue through the selection process will be invited to test via email. We invite you to visit our Candidate Resource page for further information and to access information guides. Please access our Information Guides, to reference Edison Individual Contributor Workstyles test 8203. Candidates who have previously passed these assessment(s), in some cases, may not need to retest again for this position.

Relocation may apply to this position.

The Policy Associate, Lands (Associate) coordinates and implements internal initiatives such as organizational knowledge management, internal procedures, internal networks, and project coordination. The Associate’s major tasks will be to help The Nature Conservancy’s North America Policy and Government Relations (NAPGR) Lands team to bring science, collaboration and policy together to enhance the conservation, restoration, and protection of forests and other important land areas. They will also support the Nature Conservancy’s conservation goals by serving as a liaison and informational contact between the organization and outside agencies or companies. Additionally, the Associate will provide administrative, research, organizing and general office support for the NAPGR lands team. The Associate will report to the Land Policy Team Lead. The work will occur primarily in The Nature Conservancy’s Worldwide Office located in Arlington, VA.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU

The challenges facing our planet today require comprehensive solutions that address the well-being of people and nature and lay the foundation for future conservation efforts. Promoting policies that provide benefits to both people and nature is critical to securing lasting conservation outcomes. The work and expertise of The Nature Conservancy’s External Affairs programs are integral to this effort. Extern Affairs is helping to shape the government policies needed to deliver transformative conservation outcomes to address climate change, enhance protection of lands, waters, and the ocean, and provide food and water sustainably. We have an awesome task at hand, and the work that you do here will have a direct impact on our success.

This is a full-time position, located in Arlington, VA. Applications will be reviewed in the order they’re received, and the position will remain open until filled.

An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role. The salary range for this position is between $69,000 and $73,000 depending on the physical location of the selected employee.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years related work experience or equivalent combination.
• Fluency in English.
• Experience researching information from divergent sources and compiling it into a cohesive reporting structure.
• Experience writing and editing promotional and informational material.
• Experience presenting to and communicating with internal and external audiences.
• Experience working with partners/government agencies.
• Experience interacting with senior leadership in a professional manner.

To apply for job ID 53296, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/.

At the Sierra Club, we believe in the power of togetherness. Together, we remain committed to the fight for a healthy climate built on a foundation of environmental, racial, economic, and gender justice – a future where all people benefit from a healthy, thriving planet and a direct connection to nature. As the climate crisis and deeply entrenched systemic racism all fuel inequity, we will continue to fight for a bold, transformational agenda that recognizes the interconnectedness between our planet, our humanity, and our democracy. By recognizing that our destinies are tied, we continue to name that all things are fundamentally connected, and the overlap between ecology, race, gender, and representative government will move to either advance our collective humanity or to oppress it.

Sierra Club is comprised of staff across the country and a network of local chapters that support our grassroots engagement. We are also proud to be a unionized employer, with two labor unions representing more than half of our employees.

Scope: The Policy Advocate will be a part of the Living Economy program’s policy and advocacy team. The Living Economy program works alongside partners across movements to advance Green New Deal-like and industrial policies that tackle climate change and toxic pollution, create family-sustaining jobs, and foster racial, economic, gender, and environmental justice. A particular focus in the near term will hone in on Industrial policies, including “Buy Clean,” climate-friendly trade policies, clean manufacturing investments, regenerative agriculture, and institutional reform, which are a critical piece of the Green New Deal transformation that we seek. The Policy Advocate provides policy analysis, advocacy expertise, and strategic guidance for the Living Economy program’s goals to advance industrial policies and other Green New Deal initiatives; supports the team to develop policy positions after compiling policy ideas and priorities from a variety of sources; helps crafts written materials for policymakers, partner organizations, Sierra Club chapters and volunteers, and the public; and works with partners and the Living Economy and Federal Policy teams to support advocacy strategies and engages in federal lobbying to advance policy priorities.

Job activities include but are not limited to:

Supports research strategy and develops positions on industrial policies and other Green New Deal priorities. This includes compiling ideas from frontline communities, labor unions and workers, state and local initiatives, existing legislation, international examples, and academic literature, with an emphasis on Buy Clean, climate-friendly trade, clean manufacturing investments, a National Investment Agency, and other pro-climate, pro-equity, pro-worker industrial policies.
Supports federal lobbying strategy and supporting state efforts. This includes participation in federal lobbying of Congress, the Administration, and other elected officials to promote industrial and Green New Deal policy objectives in conjunction with Living Economy and Federal Policy staff. Provides direct support to state chapters working on these issues.
Provides strategic policy guidance and collaborates on the development of policy analysis and educational information related to investment, procurement, climate-friendly trade, and industrial policies. This may include the writing, editing and distribution of legislative analysis, briefing papers, fact sheets, alerts and take actions, and political and educational materials. It also may include the writing, editing and reviewing of articles, blogs and social media content.
Develops factsheets, briefing papers, sign-on letters, grassroots advocacy resources, and other educational and campaign materials. These materials will focus on industrial policies and other Green New Deal priorities for policymakers, partner organizations, Sierra Club chapters and volunteers, and the public.
Represents the Sierra Club to legislators, government officials, partner organizations, and the public. This includes participating in meetings, speaking publicly, and establishing and maintaining contacts.
Helps coordinate joint advocacy initiatives with partners on industrial policies and other Green New Deal priorities. This includes working closely with our frontline, green, and labor partners on advocacy strategies to advance industrial policies and other Green New Deal priorities. This may include working with the Senior Campaign Representative to identify effective campaign tactics including grassroots, communications, digital strategies, etc to advance our goals.
Supports the team in reviewing funding proposals to support industrial and Green New Deal policy change goals.
Serves as an advisor to Sierra Club programs and chapters, policymakers, and partner organizations on issues related to industrial policies and other Green New Deal priorities.
Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following skills, experience and competencies:

Excellent writing, editing, and oral communication skills. This includes technical analysis and non-technical writing and speaking.
Experience analyzing and advocating for climate and environmental policies, labor and economic policies, and policies to foster racial, economic, gender, and environmental justice.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks and adhere to deadlines in an action-oriented office.
Equity analysis and practice. You are aware of your group identities and how they have shaped your life and experiences at work. You have an analysis of how racism and other forms of oppression in society impact relationships, systems, and culture. You bring experience and skills for working effectively with colleagues across group identities and position/role.
Demonstrated ability to think creatively, take responsibility for a project, and work successfully in teams.

The strongest candidates will also demonstrate the following skills, experience and competencies:

Experience building relationships and influencing decision-makers through federal and/or state lobbying or similar advocacy.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $75,000 – $85,000.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining unit and is subject to the terms and conditions of the contract between Sierra Club and Progressive Workers Union.

The Sierra Club offers a competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience plus excellent benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan.

NRDC is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization. We use law, science, and the support of 3.1 million members and online activists to protect the planet’s wildlife and wild places and to ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water, and healthy communities. NRDC was founded in 1970 and helped write some of America’s bedrock environmental laws and many of the implementing regulations. Today, our team of more than 700 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy advocates, communications experts, and others work across the United States and the globe from our offices in Bozeman, Montana; Chicago; New York; San Francisco; Santa Monica; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing.

NRDC’s Litigation Team is seeking to hire a Senior Litigating Counsel to be affiliated with any one of our five main U.S. offices: Santa Monica, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, or Washington D.C.

Position Summary

The Litigation Team is a group of approximately 40 lawyers, litigation assistants, and operations staff who pursue litigation across a broad range of environmental and public health issues, often working closely with NRDC’s subject-matter experts. In addition to representing NRDC, our attorneys may also represent other nonprofit organizations, community groups, and individuals impacted by environmental injustices. Over the past five years, we have litigated cases against the federal government to prevent climate pollution, challenge agency approvals of toxic chemicals and pesticides, resist the suspension of clean water safeguards, oppose offshore drilling and seismic exploration for oil and gas, and protect energy efficiency standards, among other matters. We also bring enforcement cases against corporate polluters and governmental entities whose violations harm health and the environment—including cases to protect the people of Newark, New Jersey, and Flint, Michigan, from lead in drinking water; to remediate mercury pollution in the Penobscot River in Maine; and to halt air pollution from a coal-fired power plant in Illinois. 

We are seeking a Senior Litigating Counsel who will litigate significant cases on behalf of NRDC and allied community groups and individuals. This Senior Litigating Counsel will lead cases and supervise the litigation work of other Litigation Team members.
Responsibilities

Litigate significant cases on behalf of NRDC and allied community groups and individuals, with the ability to lead all aspects of a case, working with and guiding a case team, from initial development through briefing, oral argument, pre-trial discovery, trials, and other court hearings.
Supervise the litigation of others, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to achieve the highest quality standards while fostering teammates’ growth and development.
Collaborate with NRDC’s other lawyers, advocates, technical experts, and others to refine a litigation strategy that aligns with non-litigation advocacy.
Develop relationships with NRDC’s advocacy programs and outside allies to identify and pursue potential litigation.

Qualifications

Required

Juris Doctorate degree and a minimum of twelve years of active litigation experience.
Extensive experience with appellate briefing, record-review litigation, or summary judgment motion practice.
The ability to lead and inspire case teams, to mentor and support less experienced lawyers and staff, and to foster an equitable and inclusive workplace.
A demonstrated ability to work, with sensitivity and humility, with people of different backgrounds and identities, including race, gender, sexual orientation, age, class, and disability.
Competence with and commitment to diversity and inclusion; ability to be an effective partner with diverse colleagues, leaders, and partners.  
Exceptional legal writing, analytical and oral communication, and advocacy skills.
Creativity and resourcefulness.
Willingness to travel when necessary.
A demonstrated commitment to public service, equity, or social justice work.
Commitment to NRDC’s mission and values.

Preferred

Preference for fifteen or more years of active litigation experience.
Preference for experience with pretrial discovery, including written discovery, fact and expert depositions, and witness examinations at trial or other evidentiary hearings.

The position is responsible for providing legal counsel and policy support on American Chemistry Council (ACC) advocacy issues, protecting ACC’s legal interests and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws. The position is also responsible for managing legal matters in assigned areas, including assisting in the selection of outside counsel as needed, managing outside counsel, and ensuring projects come in at or below budget. The position coordinates legal issues with appropriate in-house ACC clients and colleagues and reports directly to the General Counsel.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

â– Provides legal counsel, strategic advice, and policy support on sustainability, safety, stewardship, regulatory, litigation and legislative advocacy issues.

â– Reviews advertising, promotional and other communication materials for compliance with ACC policies.

â– Develops and writes regulatory comments, position papers and other advocacy documents.

â– Provides substantive legal counseling on assigned legal topics/issue areas.

â– Provides preventative liability and antitrust counseling for assigned groups, including reviewing agendas, minutes and other communications materials.

â– Manages selection, oversight and budget of outside counsel, including ensuring that the work product is of high quality and within budget.

â– Manages litigation, including settlement negotiations, using outside counsel as appropriate.

â– Drafts and negotiates contracts for the purchase of outside services as well as resolves contract disputes.

â– Coordinates with member companies on matters of legal importance to ACC and its members.

â– Builds and maintains positive and results oriented relationships with ACC staff, member company representatives and relevant third parties.

â– Manages subpoena/deposition requests received by ACC.

â– Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

â– J.D. from an accredited law school.

â– Admission to the bar to practice law.

■10 years’ experience as an attorney, with substantial general sustainability or regulatory practice and

â– Strong written and verbal communication skills.

â– Ability to process complex, technical, abstract verbal and written information for purposes of establishing a beneficial messaging framework, strategy, direction and action plans.

â– Ability to provide strategic counseling, develop plans and execute supporting tactics.

â– Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with competing priorities and exercise sound judgment in evaluating such situations and issues.

â– Proven ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred

â– Environmental law and advocacy experience

This is an excellent career opportunity for a strong candidate with 4+ years of environmental law experience. Outstanding, highly-respected law firm is seeking an experienced Environmental Regulatory Attorney to work with a prestigious full-service, corporate law firm. If you are interested in growing and developing your career, this could be the move for you. This is an immediate need.

Requirements for the Environmental Law Attorney:

4+ years of sophisticated environmental law experience
Experience should include representation of clients in matters related to environmental compliance, CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, SARA, debarment and related regulatory issues
Excellent academic credentials from an accredited law school
Outstanding references
Licensed to practice law in Missouri or UBE score transferrable to Missouri

Position Details of the Environmental Law Attorney:

Type of role: Permanent or Engagement
Schedule: Full-time or part-time
Location: St. Louis, MO, or willingness to relocate to St. Louis, MO (remote or hybrid considered from St. Louis, MO)

Compensation
The annualized compensation ranges from $180,000 to $250,000 or more. Pay is based on numerous factors including but not limited to work experience, qualifications, credentials and location. In addition to salary, Latitude Engaged Professionals are W2 employees of Latitude and are eligible for full benefits when working in roles for 20 hours per week, including a Qualified 401k plan. Benefits-eligible Latitude employees receive complimentary Group Life, LTD and AD&D and professional liability insurance. Latitude Attorneys also receive a CLE and Professional Expense stipend.

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Job Brief

This role provides analytical and research support to Federal Affairs, Intergovernmental Affairs, and Regulatory Policy on items related to federal and state regulatory activity pertaining to energy; tribal energy and water issues and partnerships; and coal community transition priorities. Requires excellent interpersonal, writing, and project management skills.

Independently analyzes and identifies key issues and internal practices to communicate specific information regarding actions that could affect SRP’s core business functions.

Job Responsibilities

– Monitors and analyzes industry, legislative, regulatory, tribal and other activities affecting business interests; coordinates and conducts internal review of policy proposals. Provides frequent written reports and updates.

– Informs SRP decision-makers of policy proposals and industry developments by reading publications, participating in business and industry discussions and following trade news.

– Assists the Federal Affairs, Intergovernmental Affairs, and Regulatory Policy staff in developing recommendations for positions on policy issues that can affect SRP’s resources, operations and finances.

– Provides information to identified audiences about emerging issues, threats and opportunities for SRP, to include changing business conditions, technologies, markets, regulatory or political environments, or changing entrants to the business.

– Prepares internal and external communications for meetings with regulators, industry groups, public speaking events and other key constituent interactions.

– Assists in analysis of FERC, CAISO and ACC regulatory orders and proposed rules. Research and document information on current regulatory topics and proposals regarding power and other utility concerns for internal SRP stakeholders to be used for strategic decision-making.

– Provides research and analytical support to Intergovernmental Affairs including writing summaries on relevant tribal issues and developments as well as and works with internal business stakeholders to identify and monitor emerging issues.

– Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
Education
Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution that prepares the employee for the assignment.
Experience

Promotion to Level 2 requires a minimum of two years experience at Level 1; demonstrated capability to perform advanced and more difficult work as determined by the supervisor. Promotion to Senior Level requires a minimum of three years experience at Level 2; is fully competent in all aspects of functional area of assignment and as such would be recognized as a specialist in area of assignment and may have periodic or occasional lead responsibilities.

For Senior Level: Minimum five years utility-related experience in planning, environmental affairs, public affairs or finance preferred. Must be highly specialized in the area of utility regulation, economics and operations, especially as it relates to climate change, reregulation, rate structures and utility financing requirements.

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.

PARALEGAL (OAG00017)
OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS DIVISION, TRANSPORTATION SECTION
ENVIRONMENTAL SECTION

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.