Staff Attorney – Wild Places

The American West with its millions of acres of public lands, incredible diversity of ecosystems, and vibrant healthy communities needs dedicated attorneys to protect it. At a time when so much of what we value is in peril, WildEarth Guardians seeks a dynamic and motivated public interest-focused attorney to join our Litigation Team as a staff attorney. As part of the Guardians’ Litigation Team, the Staff Attorney will litigate cases for Guardians’ Wild Places program—with a secondary litigation focus on the Wildlife program.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Litigate cases primarily in federal court, but also potentially in state court and at the administrative level, pursuant to laws governing management and resource protection on public lands, the National Environmental Policy Act, the Endangered Species Act, and other environmental and land use laws.
Evaluate litigation proposals from the Wild Places program by conducting factual and legal research as needed in furtherance of such evaluation.
Develop and maintain relationships with outside counsel representing Guardians and work cooperatively as co-counsel with outside counsel.
Manage and mentor legal interns and contract legal assistance when appropriate.
Willingness to travel around the United States for case-related matters. Guardians litigates in multiple western states including Colorado, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, and Montana, as well as in the District of Columbia.

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

Current bar membership status in at least one western state or District of Columbia, required.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation preferred; we will consider a combination of litigation and litigation-adjacent experience such as administrative appeals/advocacy, record review, commenting on agency actions.
Environmental and natural resources experience preferred.
Ability to handle a busy litigation docket with a minimum of three cases pending at any given time.
Solid skills in organization, legal and non-legal writing, research, analysis; and oral advocacy.
Passion for protecting the people, places, and the climate of the American West.
Capacity to embrace conflict and cooperate without compromising Guardians’ values.
Emotional maturity and self-awareness.
Willingness to take calculated risks.
Integrity, kindness, and sense of humor.

Compensation

$75,000 – $85,000 annual salary commensurate with experience.

Energy Policy Analyst

At the Oregon Department of Energy, we’re helping shape the state’s energy future. Our team is dedicated to keeping Oregon on the leading edge of renewable energy and efficiency while supporting energy innovation, investment, equity, and resilience. From helping Oregonians save energy at home; to overseeing the state’s interests in the world’s largest environmental cleanup at the Hanford nuclear site in Washington, our work is challenging, rewarding, and diverse. We work with developers and communities on proposed energy facilities, with schools and manufacturers looking to save energy and money, and with other agencies and stakeholders on meeting the challenges of climate change. Oregon is one of the most energy-efficient states in the country, routinely landing near the top of annual national rankings. ODOE is committed to helping Oregon remain an energy leader, and that starts with hiring engaged team members ready to deliver for all Oregonians.

The Energy Development Services Division (EDS) is responsible for administering energy programs to advance the energy-related objectives established by Oregon’s elected state leadership. The work of EDS promotes the statewide adoption of energy efficiency measures and renewable energy resources.

EDS currently manages the Community Renewable Energy Grant Program which provides planning and project grants for large renewable energy projects proposed by local and tribal governments and community groups; the Oregon Solar Plus Storage Rebate Program which provides grants for solar electric systems and paired solar and solar storage systems, installed for residential customers and low-income service providers on real property in Oregon; the Wildfire Grant Program which encourages energy efficiency in residences and business being rebuilt after being destroyed in the Labor Day 2020 wildfires; it also manages two new Heat Pump Programs – the Heat Pump Deployment Program and the Residential Heat Pump Program. Finally, EDS also manages the wind-down of legacy energy incentive programs.

We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions and hope you will join us on our path to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an agency that embraces social equity through our values, strategic planning, and actions. Leaning into our equity priorities means we continually examine what we do, the impact we have, and our progress toward weaving social equity into who we are.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

You will conduct policy, technical, and financial analysis of energy issues related to the Heat Pump Deployment Program and the Residential Heat Pump Program, as well as conduct operational research and outreach for the division. You will directly engage with community organizations, landlords, and contractors in the development and implementation of agency incentive programs. Additionally, this position will review and participate in energy-related regulatory processes of multiple state agencies and in regional and federal energy-related organizations.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

A Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science, or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years of professional-level evaluative, analytical, and planning work.
-OR-
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

The most successful candidate will also have the following skills, experience, and background:

Experience designing new business processes to implement changes in legislation and collaborating with other stakeholders of diverse backgrounds and interests to inform business processes.
Skill in public speaking to make presentations on technical or other subjects and to conduct a variety of forums, such as meetings and hearings.
Experience researching and analyzing statutes, rules, ordinances, policies, or operations to prepare reports or similar documents which provide policy options for decision-makers.
Knowledge of or experience in conducting administrative rulemaking.
Experience making data-driven decisions and recommendations for process improvement.
Experience engaging with and building relationships with diverse communities and organizations.

Preference may be given to those with the following experience and skills:

Knowledgeable about energy efficiency equipment and techniques, building codes, etc.
Bilingual skills – while this position does not require bilingual language skills, there is a need in the communities that we serve. If bilingual skills are utilized for this position, the incumbent will receive a 5% pay differential.

Northeast Director of Campaigns

NRDC is hiring a politically experienced Campaign Director to join the Northeast and State Campaigns team in the Center for Policy Advocacy Department in one of its northeastern U.S. offices. Reporting to the Deputy National Campaign Director, the Northeastern Director of Campaigns will develop and implement advocacy tactics to influence federal, state and sometimes city, policymakers across the region, but with an emphasis on New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. This position will also manage two Regional Campaign Managers.

The Northeastern Campaign Director will also manage priority campaigns for the NRDC Action Fund, whose mission is to build political support for advancing the environmental goals of the Natural Resources Defense Council.
Responsibilities

Develop and implement regional and state campaign plans and budgets for advocacy and accountability initiatives in close collaboration with Program, Advocacy, and Communications partners and with NRDC’s federal campaign teams.
Manage one or more campaign manager(s) and one administrative staff to achieve NRDC’s policy goals, and coordinate closely with regional Government Affairs, Outreach, and Environmental Entrepreneurs (E2) affiliate.
Typically engage in 2-3 concurrent priority issue campaigns per state.
Organize partnerships as needed with state and locally-based organizations to achieve campaign objectives.
Organize campaign briefings and reports for internal and external interested parties.
Manage campaign consultants and vendors as assigned.
This position has two direct reports, but there’s also a great deal of horizontal management required in the role.
Expect regular out-of-state travel (usually 2-5 days per month)
Expect occasional late night and weekend work with short notice.

Qualifications

Required

We are targeting 10-12 years or at least four election cycles of experience in politics and advocacy for Regional Campaign Director positions. 
Must have managed (i.e. congressional, statewide, coordinated) or served as a director on one or more major issue advocacy or statewide political campaign.
Candidate should be experienced in and well-prepared to frame issues, use polling and other research to guide advocacy communications, experience developing targeted audience strategies utilizing the voter file and other analytics tools, and organizing outreach to stakeholders and coalition partners through a variety of paid and earned campaign tactics.
Proven experience in managing staff, budgets, internal processes, and project teams.
Exceptional ability to analyze information, formulate plans, and convey them in writing and through oral presentations.
Track record of cultivating high-level relationships with political, non-profit advocacy, and philanthropic leaders, with a well-established professional network in politics, government, and non-profit advocacy.
Ability to represent NRDC with maturity, judgment, and professionalism.
Commitment to NRDC’s values and mission.

Preferred

Recent experience working in or having a professional network in a state within the Northeast Region would be especially attractive, although not required.
Professional exposure to energy and environmental issues is not required, but passion for our issues is. We are looking for innovative, cutting-edge campaign and public affairs professionals, first and foremost.
Professional exposure to working with federal and state legislative lawmakers and staff or gubernatorial administrations is desirable but not required. The ideal candidate is a seasoned, politically experienced campaigner who might have legislative advocacy experience.

Policy and Advocacy Director

Save the Harbor/Save the Bay is looking for a Policy and Advocacy Director with strong leadership skills and experience in government relations and communications, to join our hard-working

7-member team. The Policy and Advocacy Director will report to and work directly with the Executive Director to lead, manage and coordinate critical aspects of Save the Harbor’s advocacy, outreach, policy, government relations and communications:

· Provide leadership in the development of policy and strategy for advocacy efforts.

· Maintain and steward close working relationships with elected officials at all levels of government, staffers, partners, community leaders, corporate partners, Metropolitan Beaches Commissioners and Beaches Science Advisory Committee members.

· Support the effort to build a committed constituency connected to the benefits of our $5 billion

investment in the Boston Harbor cleanup.

· Staff Commission hearings and Committee meetings, coordinate event logistics, and oversee completion of reports to the Commission and Committee.

· Coordinate outreach, help identify priority focus areas and advance Save the Harbor’s policy agenda.

· Represent Save the Harbor at external meetings and events.

· Stay current on the continued development of the Boston Harbor Waterfront properties

and resources.

· Provide leadership in support of Save the Harbor’s communications, including preparation of reports and white papers in close consultation with Save the Harbor’s Executive Director and Development Director.

· Prepare and provide leadership in the development of press releases and direct mail.

· Coordinate education efforts and public processes targeted at stakeholders and decision makers in government and in the press.

The successful candidate will have worked in political campaigns, legislative and/or executive offices and/or consulting firms, be experienced in the legislative process, have passion for Save the Harbor’s mission and community, and be willing to make 3-year commitment to a job that could have future internal opportunities.

Desired Qualifications:

· A keen interest in key issues facing the city,the region, the nation and the marine environment.

· Proven relationship building skills with internal and external stakeholders.

· Excellent administrative, organizational, research, calendar management, computer, verbal, and written communications skills.

· A commitment to anti-racist principles and racial, social and environmental justice and equity.

· Demonstrated cultural competence and commitment to working with diverse populations.

· Bachelor’s degree and/or 3-5 years’ experience in the non-profit, philanthropic, public policy or political arenas, including government service at the state or municipal level, including political

campaigns.

· Strong initiative, problem solving and abilityto prioritize without direct supervision.

· Ability to enjoy the spectacular, urban natural resources in Boston Harbor, the Harbor Islands and our region’s public beaches.

· Interest in being a part of a collaborative, fun, and hard-working office environment with a focus on open communication and enthusiasm for our mission.

· Superior people skills and sense of humor.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range for this position is $50,000-$67,500/year based on experience and qualifications,

plus benefits including 100% health and dental insurance; vacation, personal, holiday and sick time; 401K retirement plan.

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample as a single PDF or Word document with your name in the file name to **@***********or.org.

Save the Harbor/Save the Bay is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, women, LGBTQ+ and disabled individuals. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Policy Analyst

Carbon Direct’s mission is to enable organizations to reduce, remove, and utilize their emissions with carbon science. To inform our technical strategy and provide cutting-edge market insight , Carbon Direct is seeking a Policy Analyst to strengthen and standardize our expertise on end-to-end carbon management policy. The Policy Analyst will work with a team of leading scientists, carbon strategists, client managers, and other policy experts to analyze climate-related legislative and regulatory developments, track changes in global voluntary carbon market frameworks, conduct deep dives into their implications, and/or gain buy-in on organizational policy objectives and positions. Critically, the Policy Analyst will translate updates in federal regulatory, incentive, and other public policy rulings and voluntary carbon market frameworks into client-actionable insights and will be responsible for developing and delivering robust policy analysis for a wide range of clients. The Policy Analyst will be responsible for working across teams to exceed client expectations, provide exceptional thought leadership within Carbon Direct, and advance the global conversation on carbon management policy.
Responsibilities

Rapidly analyze and determine the implications of complex international, federal, and state policy actions that directly or indirectly pertain to carbon removal and management
Turn details to decisions, reading complicated legislative text and translating it to coherent and insightful materials for client briefings
Conduct robust quantitative financial analysis on the impact of climate policies on specific technical projects and initiatives
Support clients with the establishment and implementation of internal carbon taxes, including assessing the accounting and financial impacts
Analyze developments in the global voluntary carbon credit market and associated market guidance frameworks
Craft client deliverables, including policy analyses, presentations, and memos
Help scope client needs and prepare statements of work related to policy services
Work in coalition with think tanks, NGOs, and private sector actors to advance policy objectives, including implementation of major policy directives and regulations
Lead project management and ensure that key milestones are achieved, including content for global conferences and events
Gain leadership and cross-team buy-in internally on policy positions and strategies
Work with the Science team to ensure policy development is rooted in the best available science and scientific findings are translated for policy audiences
Represent Carbon Direct externally as a spokesperson in events, media interviews, and other communications

Requirements

Deep expertise in climate-related fiscal and tax policy, particularly within the United States, including relevant provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act Ability to translate highly, complex technical legislative and regulatory policy into actionable guidance and financial analysis for clients
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience crafting high-impact blogs, long-form policy analyses, media statements, and executive-level presentations
Strong knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes, including understanding of effective engagement strategies across multiple levels of government
Experience analyzing carbon credits markets, regulations, and emerging trends Exceptional ability to translate policy findings and recommendations into business insights for senior leaders
Experience in problem solving client needs, creating proposals, and creating deliverables
Ability to contribute across multiple functions of the team (e.g., high-level communication, deck refinement, analysis)
Outstanding track record of success in past professional and academic endeavorsMasters degree in public policy, business administration, finance, public administration, or environmental policy; or JD with a background in climate tax policy.

Compensation: $90,000-$150,000

Government Relations Manager

Join the Local Government Affairs Team at Puget Sound Energy and be at the forefront of the clean energy transition! As Washington State continues down the pathway towards a cleaner energy future, PSE’s Local Government Affairs team is engaging in public policy discussions that will shape the future of the grid in our region. From siting infrastructure to ensuring the clean energy transition is equitable for our communities, PSE’s LGA team is positioned to make a lasting impact for our customers.

Responsible for the development and execution of Puget Sound Energy’s local government affairs strategy. This includes strategic execution of all aspects of the legislative process. Leads a wide range of complex government relations and public policy issues that include: execution of government affairs strategies that influence legislative and regulatory public policy; advocacy, through coalition building and grassroots influence, of PSE’s interests before government; support of major PSE initiatives. Acts as the department representative for Local External Affairs and Public Policy on high priority initiatives for PSE.

Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety.

Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.
Job Responsibilities

Develops and manages key constituent relationships in the area with key local elected officials, staff members of local government, industry and business communities.
Analyzes legislative and government affairs issues for PSE to identify both business opportunities as well as for risk mitigation.
Develops and implements strategies for achieving PSE’s public policy goals including managing legislation through entire legislative process.
Assembles and manages internal project teams to address policy issues.
Serves as a regular liaison and the lead government affairs representative on internal groups, including development and preparation of communications to internal stakeholders on public policy issues impacting PSE.
Provides input into strategic plans with minimal oversight and executes on the plan.
Manages and administers Puget Sound Energy’s political giving and related compliance requirements.
Provides guidance and counsel to Local External Affairs and Public Policy team.
Manage external consultants, as needed, in support of PSE initiatives and risk mitigation.
Represents PSE externally with elected officials, business and industry associations, and key stakeholder groups.
Regularly communicates to PSE management about public policy issues.
Resolves high-profile government affairs and public policy with creative approaches.
Develops and manages industry coalitions to support key PSE initiatives.
Assists with daily management of the group’s budget.
Coordinates and leverages resources across the department.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in political science, communications or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience
At least seven years of direct experience working in local, state or federal government affairs
Extensive experience using the database, spreadsheet, and document software
Ability to research using multiple resources including online applications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are critical

Desired Qualifications

A JD, MBA or advanced degree in public policy
Possess a strong understanding of Washington State politics
Works well in a team environment, travel on a regular basis and proactively adjust programs and work products as necessary to reach objectives
Possess excellent customer service, leadership and presentation skills

Environmental Justice Staff Attorney

The Public Interest Law Center is seeking applications for a Staff Attorney to work in the Law Center’s environmental justice practice. In this practice area, we support low-income, historically disinvested communities and communities of color to ensure an equitable and meaningful voice in the health, sustainability, and future of the natural and built environment of their neighborhoods.

The staff attorney will approach environmental justice from a community lawyering perspective. The staff attorney will work with communities to identify and develop high impact litigation and advocacy strategies to protect and improve the environmental health of communities. The attorney will also support the Law Center’s Garden Justice Legal Initiative, which works to preserve and create community gardens and green space and will support communities to ensure environmentally sound community development.

The Staff Attorney will work in close collaboration with a community organizer and Law Center lawyers working on environmental justice matters. The Staff Attorney will report to the Legal Director.
Preferred Qualifications

At least five to eight years of legal experience in one or more or the following substantive areas: federal and state environmental law, land use, real estate, zoning or property law
Excellent research, analysis, writing, and oral advocacy skills
Litigation or other dispute resolution experience
Experience drafting public comment letters on projects, policies, and plans
Policy advocacy and legislative advocacy on behalf of clients with government officials
Experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds
Initiative, creativity, and an entrepreneurial approach to new cases and strategies
Collaborative skills and capacity for teamwork with colleagues and clients
Well organized, sound workload management, persistence, and excellent follow up skills
Enthusiasm for the Law Center’s mission and a commitment to racial and social justice

Core Responsibilities

Develop and execute high impact litigation in federal and state court or before administrative agencies including factual investigation, developing legal theories, research, discovery, briefing, trial, appeals and enforcement
Provide legal support to community gardens including transactional work
Assist community clients in negotiations over land use and development
Develop and execute effective policy and legislative advocacy strategies
Community engagement and education, relationship building in affected communities, and establishing strategic and collaborative partnerships and coalitions

Work Environment

This position operates in a hybrid office environment as well as off-site locations. Applicant must be located in the Philadelphia area.

The Law Center does require that all employees, including new employees, be fully vaccinated. The Law Center will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination at time of hire. If you require more information on our policy, please contact us.
Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is commensurate with the desired experience level in an ideal candidate. The typical range for an attorney with five to eight years of experience will be $77,000-$85,000, generally. The Law Center offers a generous benefits and leave package, including medical/dental insurance, short and long-term disability, a retirement plan with employer match, life insurance, ample paid time off (PTO), federal holidays, paid parental leave, and paid FMLA.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Public Interest Law Center is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring a workforce that embraces and embodies the values of inclusion, belonging, cultural humility and mutual respect. We are eager to receive applications from people of all diverse backgrounds including, but not limited to, people of color, people with disabilities, people who have experienced poverty or homelessness, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. The Law Center invites all applicants to include in their letter of interest a statement about how your unique background and/or experiences might contribute to the diversity, cultural vitality, and perspective of our organization and legal practice.

The Law Center is committed to protecting the safety of children.
How to Apply

lease submit via email a resume, a letter of interest that describes your relevant experience and why you would be a good fit for this position at the Law Center, a short legal writing sample of ten pages or less, and contact information for at least three professional references to: Leanne Almeida, Program Coordinator: la******@*******aw.org. If possible, please format your materials as a single PDF file.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, with preference given to candidates who submit their application by January 6, 2023.

Public Policy Manager – Renewable Energy

Divert® is an impact technology company on a mission to Protect the Value of Food™. We create advanced technology and sustainable infrastructure to prevent wasted food, driving social and environmental impact.

The Public Policy Manager (PPM) – Renewable Energy will help lead regulatory and policy research, strategy and advocacy on the issues of renewable natural gas, and other emerging clean energy technologies that enable decarbonization of the food supply chain. The PPM will work with Divert’s Public Policy team, leadership and customers, as well as elected leaders, regulators, carbon credit purchasers, and other stakeholders on renewable energy policy.

The PPM is a remote-based position reporting directly to the Vice President of Public Affairs, and work/live near the Washington, D.C. area.

Primary Responsibilities:

Identify opportunities to improve policies related to carbon credits and low carbon fuels, especially renewable natural gas.

Lead federal policy engagement with Congress and the Administration, including the Department of Energy, Department of Treasury, EPA, and USDA.

Track and interpret the Inflation Reduction Act’s forthcoming guidance, and ensure Divert leaders understand how to maximize key provisions (ITC, credit transfers, energy communities, prevailing wage, domestic content, etc.).

Track state policy related to renewable natural gas, low carbon fuels, and carbon credits and develop legislative and regulatory strategies to advance Divert’s goals.

Lead policy engagement with state and local Public Utility Commissions (PUCs), regulators, and utilities.

Lead public engagement to garner broad support for adoption and implementation of desired policy changes as well as advancing permitting for waste-to-energy facilities currently under development.

Develop and leverage a deep network of relationships with policymakers, thought leaders, corporate partners, carbon credit purchasers, gas marketers, and other professionals connected to state and federal renewable energy policy.

Influence companies, academics, associations, agencies, and other thought leaders who conduct research or advance new renewable energy policies.

Create clear and useful reports that synthesize information for internal and external audiences.

Support development of media responses, press releases, letters, emails, op-eds, briefs, web content and other campaign materials to educate partners, opinion leaders, policymakers, the press, and the public about the impact of relevant policies on Divert, as well as the impact Divert has on communities and climate change.

Qualifications and Skills:

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program, preferably with a focus in science and technology, research, or policy.

6-10 years of public policy experience within relevant private sector companies, government, or trade associations.

Experience in low carbon fuel policy issues is a must.

Expert understanding of legislatures, regulators, decision-makers, and current political dynamics.

Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to write clear reports and
communicate findings; must be persuasive, credible and help key stakeholders feel comfortable with recommendations.

Detail oriented, thorough and methodical with the ability to pay close attention to the fine points. Small details can have large consequences.

Creative problem solver who thrives when presented with a challenge.

Proficient computer skills, G-suite or Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) proficient.

The ideal candidate…

Is passionate about our planet and reducing our carbon footprint.

Is a clear communicator with professional presence, able to persuade and lead through influence.

Is a strategic critical thinker, able to prioritize and use sound judgment and data in decision-making.

Has an ability to own, execute and deliver on short- and long-term projects, and break down ambiguous problems into concrete, manageable components.

Is proactive, organized, collaborative, comfortable with ambiguity, and enjoys working across a broad stakeholder map.

Enjoys “getting their hands dirtyâ€ by digging into complex operations

Takes a high degree of ownership over their work and is effective at working independently and completing assignments with minimal supervision.

Has strong listening skills; open to input from other team members and departments and has a passion for improvement.

Strong project management skills and experience managing cross-functional relationships and priorities

Policy Manager

Preservation Maryland seeks applicants for its Policy Manager position. This is a full-time, benefitted position based in Baltimore, Maryland.
Summary of Position

Reporting to the Vice President, the Policy Manager leads Advocacy efforts for Preservation Maryland, which includes direct lobbying efforts at the local, state, and federal levels as well as the Smart Growth Maryland program. Advocating for plans, legislation, programs, and policies that foster economically vibrant, socially equitable, and environmentally sustainable communities is the primary duty of the position.

Salary range: $50,000-$56,000
Duties

Coordinate the organization’s state, local, and federal legislative programs and strategy.
Develop the organization’s annual legislative priorities to focus during the state legislative session and throughout the year.
Develop and maintain relationships with key state, federal, and local officials.
Review and analyze legislative and policy issues related to historic preservation.
Write position statements, testimony, comment letters and other advocacy materials for internal and external audiences.
Represent Preservation Maryland/Smart Growth Maryland in state-level coalitions, commissions, and committees that advance organizational priorities.
Develop strategic partnerships with relevant agencies, organizations, and industry to advance core priorities.
Lead advocacy efforts related to Smart Growth Maryland program priorities.
Provide technical assistance to elected officials and advocates seeking revitalization and smart-growth solutions.
Support Development to achieve program funding goals – including proposals and reporting to foundation and other funders.
Preform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience

3-5 years of non-profit advocacy, government relations, or related experience.
Passion for and background in historic preservation, community revitalization, and sustainable and smart growth.
Ability to take initiative and work independently.
Robust problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of the legislative process.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with legislative and executive officials at both the State and County levels as well as private groups.
Ability to attend meetings and perform work assignments at locations outside the office.
Possession of a valid automobile operator’s license and reliable transportation as some travel will be required.

Please send your resume and a cover letter summarizing your relevant work experience and qualifications for this position to su****@****md.org with the subject line: Policy Manager. Please no calls or emails to accounts beyond su****@****md.org. Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted and will the position will remain open until filled.

Preservation Maryland is an inclusive workplace that affirmatively values diversity in all its forms. We strongly encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Public Interest Litigation Senior Attorney, Natural Resources

Environmental Law & Policy Center

Public Interest Litigation Senior Attorney, Natural Resources

Chicago, Madison, Minneapolis, or Washington, D.C.

 

 

Introduction

The Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) is the Midwest’s leading environmental legal advocacy and policy innovation organization. They drive transformational policy changes in the Midwest Heartland, with national impacts.

 

ELPC protects the Great Lakes and defends the Midwest’s wild and natural places, and they fight for safe, clean water and healthy, clean air for all. ELPC combines effective public interest litigation with strategic policy advocacy, sound science, and economic analysis. ELPC produces strong results for the environment in the courtrooms, boardrooms, and legislative hearing rooms across the pivotal Midwest states and in Washington D.C.

 

ELPC embraces smart, persuasive advocacy to win the most important environmental cases and create positive solutions to protect public health and economic development across the environment heartland. Their teamwork approach uses legal, economic, scientific, and public policy analysis, and communications advocacy tools, to succeed. ELPC’s strategic legal advocacy and business deal-making involve proposing solutions when they oppose threats to the Midwest’s environment.

 

ELPC shows that environmental progress and economic development can be achieved together by putting sustainability principles into practice. ELPC advances climate solutions effectively by accelerating clean renewable energy alternatives to conventional power plants and advancing clean transportation solutions.

 

ELPC was founded in 1993 after a year-long strategic planning process sponsored by seven major foundations. They have achieved a strong track record of success in national and regional clean energy development and pollution reduction, transportation and land use reform, and natural resources protection issues. ELPC employs a new form of creative public advocacy effectively linking environmental progress and economic development that improves the quality of life in Midwestern communities.

Issue Areas

ELPC takes a multifaceted approach to environmental advocacy. The Midwest is their home, so they take on the big fights to protect their neighbors and provide a future for all kids.

 

Whether standing up in court to prevent hazardous pollution or driving policy to accelerate clean energy job growth, ELPC knows that a healthy environment works hand-in-hand with economic opportunity. With a Midwest perspective, ELPC connects resources and ideas to solve challenges across the region.

 

 

 

Advancing Climate Change Solutions

The Midwest is ground zero in the battle against climate change, and ELPC is working to accelerate smart solutions. Our region is a hub of transportation and industry, with the nation’s highest concentration of polluting coal plants. But the Midwest is also a fulcrum for clean energy and transportation innovations, which are good for the environment and good for the economy.

ELPC is focused on accelerating solar energy, wind power, battery storage, and energy efficiency to replace conventional polluting power plants. With smart transportation, we can improve mobility, reduce pollution, and create jobs. We are working with cities and states on collective climate solutions and supporting farmers who are implementing clean energy and soil health practices. The time for action is now to shape a strong, sustainable future. We are all in this together.

 

Protecting the Great Lakes & Clean Water

ELPC works to protect safe, clean water for all. The Great Lakes system is a global gem, containing more than 20% of the world’s surface freshwater and providing drinking water for over 42 million people. The Mississippi River watershed and the myriad of rivers, creeks, brooks, and streams across the Midwest make up more than half the river miles in the nation. We fight to ensure safe clean drinking water is affordable and accessible for all, as it is a basic human need.

ELPC attorneys and advocates implement, enforce, and defend the Clean Water Act. We hold polluters accountable and fight to clean up Midwest water, from the Great Lakes and big river systems to the community watersheds and small-town wells that provide drinking water, wildlife habitat, jobs, and recreational enjoyment for millions.

 

Accelerating Clean Energy

Renewable energy is good for the environment and good for our economy. ELPC has worked for more than 25 years to repower the Midwest with solar energy, wind power, battery storage, and energy efficiency. Clean energy can reduce our reliance on polluting fossil fuels while creating jobs and keeping energy dollars in our local communities.

ELPC is at the forefront of the clean energy economy. We remove barriers to a distributed clean energy system that is more affordable and equitable with less pollution. Our public interest attorneys litigate in federal and state courts to protect public health and the environment. We are engaged with utility and energy commissions at the state, regional, and federal levels to modernize our energy grid wisely. And we work with elected officials to shape ambitious renewable electricity policies to clean up and fundamentally transform the electricity system and power markets.

 

Accelerating Clean Transportation

The Midwest is America’s crossroads, as a hub of highways, airports, rail, and transportation manufacturing. The transportation sector is now the leading source of carbon pollution, but our region is well-poised to offer solutions. ELPC works to clean up the transportation system with policies and infrastructure solutions such as cleaner vehicles and battery technology, accessible and affordable public transit, pedestrian and biking opportunities, and modern intercity passenger rail.

ELPC attorneys litigate to advance strong regulatory standards for cleaner cars and trucks. Our advocates work with legislators and agencies to advance electric vehicle infrastructure and other forward-looking policies. We advance smart transportation investments, stop highway boondoggles, and spur high-speed rail development. To support car-free solutions, we are revitalizing the Chicago pedway system, securing funding for clean electric school buses, and fighting for better public transportation region-wide.

 

Protecting Clean Air

Healthy Clean Air is a basic human need. As a manufacturing and transportation hub, the Midwest has struggled with many sources and types of air pollution. From courtrooms to hearing rooms to busy street corners, ELPC fights for clean air for all.

ELPC attorneys and advocates implement, enforce, and defend the Clean Air Act. We work to reduce pollutants like smog, mercury, particulate matter, and greenhouse gases that harm human health and wildlife. We partner with community groups, providing technical tools and training to monitor air quality. We bring legal firepower to clean up toxic hotspots and hold polluters accountable. And we work with legislators to improve clean air laws and regulatory standards.

 

What You Will Do

The Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) is hiring a skilled public interest litigation attorney with 10+ years of strong federal and state court litigation experience for a full-time position in downtown Chicago (preferred), Madison, Minneapolis, or Washington D.C. offices.

 

This ELPC senior attorney will work on natural resources protection legal and policy advocacy, which now focuses on defending the Midwest’s Great Places – Great Lakes, the four-state scenic Driftless Area landscape, and public lands, and their wildlife and biodiversity. This is a great position for a top-rate litigator who loves the outdoors and wants to devote their professional work to protecting the Midwest’s vital natural resources and wild and special places. This is an extraordinary time in which ELPC’s effective legal and policy advocacy – backed by strong economic analysis, sound science, and public engagement – are essential to protect core environmental values.

Responsibilities include:

 

·   Key litigation role advancing ELPC’s innovative and successful environmental program activities focused on protecting wildlife and biodiversity in the Midwest’s wild and special places.

·   First-chair natural resources protection litigation and help advance policy advocacy campaigns in the “courts of public opinion” to succeed.

·   Work with ELPC’s Executive Director and Senior Staff to help prioritize and provide savvy results-focused strategic direction for ELPC’s Great Places – Great Lakes Program.

·   Work with ELPC’s stellar Science Advisory Council

·   Work effectively in ELPC’s public interest entrepreneurial and multidisciplinary team culture.

·   Fundraise to support ELPC’s Great Places – Great Lakes Program activities and expand program success.

 

Who You Are

·   10+ years of litigation experience, with significant environmental and natural resources legal and policy issue expertise.

·   The ideal background would be a public interest litigation organization, USDOJ or strong state AG’s office, or a high-powered litigation law firm with hands-on trial and appellate experience.

·   Excellent writing and persuasive oral advocacy abilities required.

·   Strong academic background desired.

·   Should understand and enjoy multifaceted strategic advocacy that involves media, legislative, economic, science, policy analysis, and organizing approaches coordinated with strong and effective legal advocacy.

·   An inspired and demonstrated commitment to public interest advocacy and the ability to work productively with a fast-paced team of skilled professionals are required.

·   This attorney should thrive on engaging with multidisciplinary project teams including scientists, MBAs, and policy and media specialists.

·   Ability and drive to win, achieve results and produce successes.

 

What We Offer

Commensurate with experience and with ELPC’s salary structure, which is competitive with other major public interest environmental law organizations. Excellent benefits provided.

Work with a team of dedicated and highly effective professionals who achieve transformational changes in the Midwest Heartland, with national impact. A team of colleagues who enjoy working together and playing in the great outdoors.

 

This position description is based upon material provided by the Environmental Law & Policy Center, an equal opportunity employer actively working to diversify its staff.

 

Sherry Ettleson, Principal

 

Andrew Watson, Senior Talent Consultant