Job Tag: Law/Policy

California Farm Bureau protects California’s diverse farming and ranching legacy and enables the whole agriculture community to thrive.

SUMMARY: Responsible for coordination, strategy and logistics for political activity, policy and regulations at the federal level.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Federal Policy Lead

Works with the President and Administrator to develop and implement legislative strategy on relevant issues.
Analyze legislation and regulatory proposals within Manager’s portfolio and manage the delegation of analysis to other staff.
Advise the Executive Committee and Board of Directors on bills and regulations that impact farming and ranching.
Testify before relevant committees, meet with agency officials and elected officials and advocate for Farm Bureau policies.
Coordinate with Legal Division on litigation and regulatory matters that are national in scope.
Advise Executive and Political Affairs on federal political spending priorities.
Analyze, modify or create farm bureau policies to be discussed by members at the house of delegates.
Develop county and board communications highlighting activities of Farm Bureau

Policy Division Group Trips (Leadership and Issue Related Trips)

Work with Federal Policy Division to coordinate scheduling of trip dates and subsequently with Leadership Meeting Planner to secure travel arrangements and accommodations
Work with Political Affairs and Member Advocacy Division to schedule appointments with congressional and agency offices and coordinating other logistics such as travel arrangements, accommodations, restaurant reservations and tour activities
Prepare informational packets on trip itineraries and logistics for attendees
Ensure that related follow-up activities, including processing expense vouchers, sending thank-you letters and submitting invoices to counties are conducted

Other Responsibilities

Prepare and manage Department Budget
Supervise Federal Policy staff.
Facilitate requests from county farm Bureaus, congressional offices, CFBF members and CFBF staff.
Maintain congressional database information, merges, list servers, etc.
Coordinate logistics for other meetings as requested
Other duties as assigned.

Specifications

Bachelor’s degree in or related field.
Five years’ experience in the federal policy area.
Five years’ experience in more than one type of agricultural endeavor.
Two years supervisory/managerial experience.
Knowledge of political, economic, and international agricultural affairs.
Knowledge of state and federal legislative processes and the leaders involved.
Ability to work effectively with volunteer organizations and ensure satisfaction of members.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

The Wilderness Society (TWS) is seeking two highly skilled and experienced Government Relations professionals in Washington, DC, to lead our engagement with Congress and the administration on our core issue portfolios: climate and energy, equitable access to nature and land conservation. A successful candidate for these positions will be an experienced strategist and skilled manager who brings political savvy and creative thinking to achieving legislative and administrative policy and program goals.

These Director-level positions will lead strategy development and implementation of our government relations activities on renewable energy deployment on public lands, oil and gas development and leasing, protecting 30% of public lands and waters by 2030 and equitable access to nature. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in or liaising with Congress or executive branch on one or more of these issues.

These highly collaborative positions will report to the Senior Director of Government Relations and work an integrated way with staff from across the organization in our field and functional offices. These positions will manage and develop a team of talented staff to build and maintain strong relationships with key decision makers and their staff on Capitol Hill and in the administration.

The Directors will play an important role in supporting an inclusive organizational culture that is grounded in trust and accountability to shared goals and outcomes. TWS has made diversity, equity, and inclusion strategic priorities for the organization and the Directors will integrate these priorities throughout their work, including by developing equitable policy outcomes and campaign strategies through inclusive processes that bring partners to the table early and lift up the voices of historically underrepresented communities. Across our team, we aspire to be campaign oriented, nimble, collaborative, innovative, transparent, and supportive of staff – our greatest asset.

TWS is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to unite people to protect America’s wild places. We believe public lands belong to and should benefit all of us. Our organization and work must embody the cultures and perspectives of people and communities across our nation, and connect and inspire people to care about the outdoors.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Develop and lead the execution of government relations strategies – with Congress and the Administration – to educate and lobby Members of Congress, congressional staff and agency officials on key policies addressing renewable energy deployment, oil and gas phase down on public lands, equitable access to nature, and land conservation.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with congressional and Administration staff in a way that is integrated and aligned with the organization inside and outside the Beltway, and empower junior staff to do the same.
Help ensure that our federal policy work is advancing racial justice and equity, including through partnerships and coalitions, and through engagement with leaders of color in Congress.
Supervise government relations staff working within landscape, issue and policy campaign teams to design smart political strategies and well-coordinated implementation plans to achieve programmatic goals in a highly dynamic national political environment.
Support and build TWS’ national partnerships with a focus on more inclusive and diverse coalitions that center the voices of impacted communities and work collaboratively to develop and advance just and equitable policy solutions.
Analyze legislation and other formal policies in support of TWS’ priorities.
Develop fact sheets, talking points and other outreach and advocacy materials; represent TWS with the media where appropriate; and partner with policy, legal and communications staff as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience and Competencies

Minimum 7 years of demonstrated experience working on public policy issues at the federal level, which could include working in a legislative office, in the executive branch, or at an advocacy or political organization.
Deep knowledge of one or more of our priority policy areas: responsible renewable energy deployment, oil and gas phase down on public lands, equitable access to nature, and protection and conservation of nature.
Understanding and commitment to advancing equity and justice in the policy-making process. Experience working with coalitions focused on environmental and/or social justice issues preferred.
Proven track record working collaboratively within and providing leadership to inclusive coalitions and engaging a broad set of partners across lines of difference including race, ethnicity, socioeconomic class, and interests.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and analyze legislation and/or other policy solutions.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including the ability to translate complex policies succinctly and clearly for a public audience and decision makers.
Demonstrated success developing and implementing strategies and tactics to achieve an advocacy goal.
Strong problem-solving skills and careful attention to detail.

Desired Characteristics

High emotional intelligence and outstanding listening skills in both public and private settings, who can bring a special blend of tact, humor and diplomatic savvy to a complex position.
Strong experience working with elected officials and a solid understanding of the legislative process at the federal level. Recent experience working on Capitol Hill or within the Administration strongly preferred.
Excellence in communicating complex ideas in writing and public speaking.
A willingness to travel when needed.

Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii is hiring a senior policy advisor or senior counsel to a) lead the senator’s climate and environment work and b) manage the climate and environmental policy team comprised of five-to-seven staffers. This person will be responsible for overseeing the senator’s relevant work on the Appropriations Committee. Applicants should have incredible drive and determination, seasoned written and spoken communications skills, excellent interpersonal and management skills, and significant experience working on a range environment policy issues—especially climate change. Competitive candidates will have 15+ years of relevant experience. A law, doctorate, or other relevant graduate degree is strongly preferred but not required.

The salary range for this senior-level position is $120,000 to $130,000 per year. For more details and to apply, please visit http://www.schatz.senate.gov/services/jobs.

The Freshwater Trust (TFT) is a non-profit leader in watershed analysis, restoration/conservation

program design, and implementation. Our team members are building tools and creating and testing new

solutions that will help to create resiliency in our rivers. With a mission of preserving and restoring freshwater

ecosystems, our approach is driven by science, data, and results (see our Core Values). The Freshwater Trust is a

systems change-focused nonprofit that builds and deploys technical, financial, and policy tools to enable large-

scale solutions that bolster watershed resiliency.

With headquarters in Portland, OR, TFT employs 50+ team members across Oregon, Idaho, Washington and California. We currently have three physical offices in Portland, Ashland, OR and Sacramento, CA. Our team members range in background and skillset; teams include philanthropy and fundraising, communications, science and analytics, restoration, legal, finance, and administrative and systems support.

Who you are: Passionate about our mission, disciplined and eager to learn how TFT is working to increase the

pace and scale of freshwater ecosystem conservation. This role is ideal for an individual with a background and

interest in conservation policy work, who can work independently on nuanced and fast-moving efforts that often

require lots of creativity, and who possesses exceptional organizational, written and oral communication

skills.

What will you be doing?

· Supporting TFT’s legislative efforts at the federal level and across multiple western states, including providing legislative policy and bill drafting support, legislator/agency personnel briefing support, bill-tracking, schedule coordination and follow-up support.

· Investigating, providing guidance on, and supporting the drafting of multiple public funding applications that help TFT and its partners secure coordinated watershed-scale funding (via Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Infrastructure Reduction Act funding infusions in FY 2023-26) and help us move closer to a “watershed outcomes bankâ€ approach in several priority western watersheds.

· Researching and drafting water policy-related deliverables and work product both for clients and in support of TFT’s various regulatory/compliance efforts.

· Coordinating with TFT’s Communications Department to drive multi-tier communications efforts (e.g., policy newsletter/blog posts, explanatory videos, story maps) that help to convey TFT’s content to the right audiences in digestible and appealing formats.

· This position will report to the VP of Finance & Policy, and provide support to the VP of Water, Regional VP – California, and the Senior Attorney & Policy Specialist.

What is your background and skillset?

· Bachelor’s degree required, with focus and/or professional experience in a water-related field.

· J.D. strongly preferred though not required with a demonstrated history of environmental policy involvement.

· At least 1-2 years professional experience in the water policy space, preferably with demonstrated legislative and regulatory experience related to water/natural resources.

· Impatience with the status quo and a desire to drive systems change: TFT works to secure durable improvements to the conservation funding and implementation systems in order to realize bigger, better, faster outcomes at the watershed-scale.

· Ability to complete deep research into complex regulatory and statutory contexts to figure out how a program does operate and the ability to think creatively about how it could operate, as well as the skills to translate that work into concrete strategies and actions for implementation.

· Comfort working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where information and needs change rapidly and an ability to quickly deliver and iterate on high-quality work product.

· Capable of working with legislatures to target bill passage remotely, both independently with a lot of proactive autonomy and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to learn, use and improve internal tracking and coordination tools and processes.

Benefits and Compensation:

· Competitive salary based on experience.

· The Freshwater Trust believes in investing in our employees, their health, and future through our benefits offerings. Our total rewards package includes full health and dental coverage, automatic 5% retirement employer contributions, commuter benefits and cell phone reimbursement. Because we are all in, we value getting out, and support our staff with 5 weeks of paid time off plus over 10 paid holidays per year. We also offer perks such as staff retreats, sabbatical for full-time staff after seven years, and professional development opportunities.

Reporting to the Policy Director and working in close coordination with the Western Water and National Policy Team, the Arizona Policy Manager is charged with building political power and executing National Audubon Society priorities, while effectively leveraging and building upon the organization’s grassroots and grasstops assets and relationships. As part of the state office, the Policy Manager will spearhead the planning, integration, and coordination of policy communications, outreach, event planning, and research needs. The Policy Manager would provide expertise and capacity for the development of educational, outreach, and communications materials to deploy to raise awareness of the importance of water and climate resilience with decision-makers and influencers in the state of Arizona. The Policy Manager will work with a multidisciplinary team to plan, implement, and achieve Audubon’s policy goals. The Manager will provide critical capacity to the Policy Director and help expand and develop productive relationships with key state-elected and agency officials and leaders, as well as the Arizona congressional delegation and federal agencies critical to Audubon priorities.

Compensation:

$80,000-$85,000 per year
Essential Functions

In consultation with key leaders, design and manage aspects of priority water policy work for the Water for Arizona Coalition, including setting goals, strategy, targets, tactics, establishing messaging and media needs, work plans and timelines.
Support the Policy Director’s engagement in state and federal level policy work as the spokesperson and state leader.
Work closely with the Water for Arizona Coalition leadership to grow the power of rural Arizona leaders, demanding change for groundwater management.
Identify potential research projects that could support policy work, and work with GIS specialists to implement Story Maps and other forms of science communication.
Help integrate and coordinate campaign work across programmatic departments.
Identify grant opportunities and projects that align with partners as well as Audubon’s water and climate resilience goals. And, when appropriate, applying for those grants.
Assist in managing consultants such as lobbyists, issue experts, and/or communications professionals.
Supervise Arizona policy team staff, such as the Senior Coordinator, Campaigns.
Lead and/or represent Audubon in coalition work.
Coordinate and oversee the digital engagement as they relate to the policy work in Arizona.
Build new and leverage strong, strategic relationships with a diverse set of instate organizations needed to advance the policy work.
Track and monitor policy outcomes.
Provide regular updates to leadership on progress and outputs, such as letters to the editor, outreach activities, in-district meetings, etc.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, water policy, natural resources or related field required.
5 years of related professional experience in water conservation, campaigns, grassroots advocacy, policy, public service or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
Established background in water policy and other climate-related issues highly desired.
Demonstrated management experience of programs, program effectiveness, people, and budgets. Experience running programs at the local, state, and/or federal level.
Exceptional leadership skills with the proven ability to oversee and mentor professional staff while working effectively in a team-based environment.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills and the ability to build consensus among a wide range of individuals. Must be comfortable with public speaking.
Demonstrated experience overseeing multiple complex or multifaceted projects through to success, including meeting financial goals, and project deadlines.
A self-starter who is motivated and able to work in a decentralized work environment with minimal supervision and coordinating with staff and partners.
Thorough understanding of advocacy, communications, and grassroots engagement.
Experience working with diverse public audiences and possess a keen interest in engaging new constituents.
Experience leveraging social media and digital mobilizing tools to advance policy priorities.
Demonstrated success working in coalitions and building nontraditional partnerships.
A strategic thinker, one with outstanding interpersonal skills, judgment, and a demonstrated ability to collaborate and build coalitions.
Tech-savvy, with proficiency in MS Office applications, GIS, campaign/advocacy tools and other online software.
Willingness to travel across the assigned state, as well as throughout Audubon network, including the possibility of some regional or national travel. Must have a flexible approach to work, including comfort working evenings and weekends as the job responsibilities demand.
A valid driver’s license is necessary.
Strong commitment to conservation, climate solutions and to the mission of the National Audubon Society.

The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) is a state economic development agency dedicated to accelerating the growth of the clean energy sector across the Commonwealth to spur job creation, deliver statewide environmental benefits and to secure long-term economic growth for the people of Massachusetts. MassCEC works to increase the adoption of clean energy while driving down costs and delivering financial, environmental, and economic development benefits to energy users and utility customers across the state.

The Associate General Counsel is a key member of MassCEC’s Legal Team within the Corporate Department. In this role, the Associate General Counsel will report to the Senior Associate General Counsel. The Associate General Counsel is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating both contracts and corporate transactions, and the ideal candidate will be able to draw upon corporate experience. Most importantly, the successful candidate will be comfortable making recommendations to senior management regarding proposed courses of action.

Job Duties

The Associate General Counsel will be required to assist the legal department with a full range of legal matters including, but not limited to:

Drafting and reviewing service and vendor contracts, as well as grants, loans and equity investment agreements entered into by MassCEC;
Reviewing and assisting in developing programs and program documents, including solicitations, RFPs, and award agreements;
Performing legal due diligence for equity and debt investments;
Negotiating and monitoring lease and operation agreements with operators and users of MassCEC facilities;
Assisting with public law matters, including open meeting law, conflict of interest law, public records law, and federal and state energy laws and regulations;
Assisting with matters relating to the administration and conduct of Board meetings;
Assisting with day-to-day legal needs for the Legal, Human Resources, Operations and Finance Departments; and
Accomplishing other tasks as directed by the Senior Associate General Counsel and the General Counsel.

Position Qualifications

Education

J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, and an active member in good standing with the Massachusetts Bar

Experience

2-4 years corporate law practice experience, or similar field;
Significant experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts;
Experience working on investment matters; and
Experience working with government clients and/or on public law matters a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to obtain and review complex information and clearly articulate conclusions and associated recommendations and rationale;
Well-organized and detail-oriented with an outstanding work ethic; should be able to independently manage and successfully prioritize numerous projects under deadline pressure;
Ability to work collaboratively as an effective member of multi-disciplinary project teams;[AZ5]
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to develop practical solutions to mitigate risks;
Proactive, client focused mindset;
Interest in clean energy technology and a demonstrated aptitude to understand complex and new technologies, systems, innovations and business concepts as well as market opportunities and challenges;
Ability to and preference for working in a fast-paced, leanly staffed, entrepreneurial environment;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively; and
Must be able to comply with MassCEC’s Mandatory Covid-19 Vaccination Policy (requiring either full vaccination or the grant of an exemption prior to commencement of employment) developed in response to Executive Order 595 issued by Governor Baker.

PowerFlex, an EDF Renewables company, is a leading national provider of intelligent onsite energy solutions that support carbon-free electrification and transportation. The Company delivers integrated solar, storage, EV charging, and microgrid systems, to businesses and organizations. As a single full-service provider, PowerFlex customizes clean technology solutions to help clients achieve their energy and sustainability goals. Through the comprehensive PowerFlex X platform, PowerFlex leverages patented smart software to control, monitor, and optimize a client’s distributed energy resources to reduce cost and maximize return on investment.

The Director, Policy & Government Affairs will lead PowerFlex’s public policy efforts related to EV charging, solar, energy storage, and grid services in the U.S. and Canada. The Director will advocate on behalf of PowerFlex to influence rate tariff design, incentive programs, and legislation to put PowerFlex in a position to grow its business by shaping the policy to match PowerFlex’s competitive advantages and better serve its customers. The Director will create relationships with key decision makers at regulatory agencies and relevant Federal, State, and local government offices and travel to industry trade group meetings and in-person meetings as appropriate to maximize the impact of their advocacy. The Director will also help lead corporate communications efforts related to key state and federal policies.

The Director will identify and prioritize policy efforts where their team’s influence and participation can have the most impact, put in place SMART goals for the team, quantify the impact of their efforts, share information with PowerFlex staff, and advise senior leadership by identifying new business opportunities for PowerFlex based on changing regulatory and incentive environments.

Policymaking arenas will primarily be state legislatures, state energy commissions, state public utility commissions, governors’ offices, independent system operators, and trade groups.
Responsibilities

External Advocacy (50%)

Advocate for PowerFlex in state legislatures, energy commissions, public utility commissions, and ISOs
Engage with Federal, State, and local government offices and officials to create legislation and/or policies
Represent PowerFlex in various trade associations and on boards of such trade associations as appropriate
Provide leadership on industry advocacy strategy on state issues
Work productively with other, non-government stakeholders including electric utilities, renewable energy companies, energy consumer groups, environmental groups, trade unions, business associations, and others
Create and execute advocacy strategies to advance public policy goals across multiple regions

Internal Planning & Coordination (30%)

Solicit internal input from key PowerFlex leaders, drive internal discussions on policy positions, and make policy recommendations to management
Work closely with multiple PowerFlex divisions to identify, prioritize, and respond to pending legislative or policy decisions to support their efforts in expanding and maintaining markets
Design and run corporate campaigns and outreach efforts to relevant policymaking bodies and the media to affect change in support of corporate goals, and in close coordination with marketing and business development

Provision of Information/Analysis (20%)

Manage team’s research, analysis, and response of legislative and regulatory issues
Keep well informed on key regulatory and legislative developments that affect EV charging, solar, energy storage and grid services
Ad-hoc duties as assigned by Sr Dir Strategic Growth

Qualifications

Education/Experience-

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, business, law, economics, communications/media, environment, and/or energy technologies, with advanced graduate degree a bonus
Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience, including energy policy, government affairs, political organizing, and/or business development in EV charging or renewable energy infrastructure
Understanding of commercial & industrial on-site renewable energy projects, electricity rate tariffs, wholesale market participation, and current regulatory environment in key U.S. states and Canadian provinces
At least 5 years direct renewable energy or electric vehicle charging industry experience

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities-

Strong network of connections at regulatory agencies, government offices, utilities, and trade associations
Strong familiarity with electric mobility and EV charging infrastructure policies, incentive programs, and the drivers of EV charging infrastructure planning at the state and utility level, with key markets including California and the Northeast
Ability to foresee market needs before they materialize and then act accordingly. Ability to understand where public utility commissions and states will allocate incentives and infrastructure dollars in the future and how those decisions are influenced
Familiarity with key renewable energy policies and market issues affecting renewable energy project development
Ability to prioritize efforts based on internal priorities and external developments, given the vast array of issues in play in the given geographic area
Experience in managing a small team as a player-coach to achieve organizational goals
Ability to write and orally present clearly, concisely, and compellingly
Extroverted nature with an ability to connect with individuals from diverse professional and social backgrounds
Comfort with providing both in-depth analysis and conclusions by synthesizing economic, commercial, political and legal information, as well as policy positions in fast-paced situations with little lead time and based on limited information
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time
Ability to work remotely to achieve objectives while maintaining a strong working relationship with internal staff located in various offices in the U.S.

This position serves as the Coastal Policy Coordinator within the Center of Policy, Planning and Communication of MD DNR’s Chesapeake and Coastal Service Unit. The person in this position will implement the Maryland federal consistency program. They will interpret and apply the policies, regulations, and standards of the Maryland Coastal Zone Management Program to activities, policies, and programs of federal authority that affect the Maryland Coastal Zone.

Job duties include:

Receiving, tracking and reviewing project documents and environmental assessments from federal agencies by applying the federal consistency review process. Ensuring federal activities (permits, funding and projects) affecting Maryland’s Coastal Zone are consistent with the Maryland Coastal Program’s enforceable policies.
Providing advice and technical assistance to applicants, federal and state agencies. Interpreting rules, regulations, laws, and procedures by phone, in person, and in writing as appropriate.
Preparing and submitting for approval routine program changes for new policies, regulations and legislation related to coastal and ocean activities. Identifying and tracking key or emerging issues of concern to the Coastal Program and developing initiatives to address these concerns.
Developing, as needed, formal agreements and processes with federal agencies to clarify and strengthen federal consistency to support environmental outcomes.

MINIMUM QULAIFICATIONS:

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an environmental science or natural resources planning, management or development.

Experience: Five years of experience in natural resources planning or applied environmental science.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in urban or regional planning, engineering, physical geography, or the physical, chemical, biological, environmental sciences and one year of experience in natural resource planning or applied environmental science for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in natural resources planning, management, administration, development, environmental, urban or regional planning; resources economics or development; environmental system management; water or land resources planning and management; environmental landscape architecture; or the physical, chemical, biological or environmental sciences for up to three years of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in natural resources planning, management, administration, development, environmental urban or regional planning; resources economics or development; environmental system management; water or land resources planning and management; environmental landscape architecture; or the physical, chemical, biological or environmental sciences for the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the general natural resources management and biological sciences classifications or general natural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes in the general natural resources management and biological sciences field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

Role purpose

This person will support creation, maintenance, and execution of U.S. federal Government Affairs and Business Sustainability strategy.

They will provide support for management and execution of federal Government Affairs issues through engagement with congressional and executive branch officials. Provide support for Syngenta Political Action Committee (PAC).

Collaborate with cross-cutting Syngenta teams to advance Syngenta priorities in the crop protection, seeds, and sustainability space and provide support to both Federal Government Relations and Sustainable and Responsible Business teams.

Government Affairs Accountabilities

Provide support for Federal Government Relations Manager and assist with advising and informing others in Syngenta on legislative, regulatory, and political issues.

Provide legislative and executive branch analysis of issues impacting Syngenta in the US.

Research and prepare policy analysis on key policy issues.

Represent Syngenta at external meetings with trade associations, industry partners, and coalitions.

Draft government affairs communications materials as needed.

Attend hearings, markups, briefings, and other meetings as necessary.

Provide support for Political Action Committee (PAC) administration.

Sustainability Accountabilities

Fully integrate with Sustainable & Responsible Business team and Sustainable Solutions programs.

Support development of a sustainability strategy for the U.S. business aligned to key focus areas (Climate, Regenerative Agriculture, Biodiversity, Rural Prosperity, and Water) and global sustainability strategy.

Assist SRB team with data collection, Including metrics, KPIs and other sustainability measurement tools.

Support and develop, where appropriate, SRB Team and Syngenta relationships with agricultural value chain companies, their suppliers, growers, and other stakeholders to assist in advancement of on farm sustainable solution initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree required

3 to 7 years of relevant work experience in the agricultural sector or in the Federal legislative arena.

Ability to collaborate with senior leaders and other senior executives

Ability to learn and work independently and proactively

Strong writing and communications skills

Strong knowledge of agricultural industry stewardship and sustainability issues and challenges

Capitol Hill or Executive branch experience highly preferred

Wetlands Watch is seeking a full-time Policy Program Director to help promote nature-driven climate adaptation strategies statewide and beyond. We seek an experienced and creative policy professional to work on a range of issues associated with developing, influencing, and implementing policy responses to the impacts of climate change, specifically sea level rise, recurrent flooding, and increased rainfall intensity. Wetlands Watch participates in climate change planning and policy at all levels of government, working locally on land use and regulatory decisions, state-wide on shoreline regulations and resilience plans, and nationally on “localizingâ€ federal programs. Wetlands Watch’s policy work is critical to accomplish our mission of conserving nature in a changing climate. This position will support Wetlands Watch’s role as a leader in Virginia, working through existing partnerships convened by the Virginia Conservation Network and others.
compensation

Position has compensation in the range of $50,000-$70,000/year, expenses reimbursed, with health insurance and retirement support, & paid federal holidays

Two-weeks paid vacation

Mileage, travel, supplies, & normal office expenses in performance with job responsibilities will be reimbursed by Wetlands Watch with appropriate documentation. Mileage reimbursement will be at current GSA rates. Cell phone costs will be partially compensated

Computer & IT needs (software, etc.) will be provided as needed & justified

Applications must be submitted by February 15, 2023 to Skip Stiles via sk*********@***********ch.org & include a cover letter articulating relevant experience, resume, writing sample, & three references.