Job Tag: Law/Policy

New Mexico Senator seeks a Legislative Assistant to handle his energy, environment and natural resource policy work. Responsibilities include advising the Senator; researching, developing, and advancing policy; negotiating and drafting legislation; working with advocates and constituents; preparing for hearings and meetings; and coordinating with the state staff and communications team. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants with New Mexico or Western ties are strongly preferred. Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples as one attachment to nm**********@***il.com with the subject “Energy Legislative Assistant.”

For more than fifty years, Unity College has been preparing the next generation of environmental professionals and leaders to successfully face real-world challenges. With environmentally focused degrees, Unity College offers affordable and accessible bachelors degrees, masters degrees, certificates, and non-degree courses through a variety of modalities including hybrid, in-person, hyflex, and online.

Our Mission:

Through the framework of sustainability science, Unity College provides a liberal arts education that emphasizes the environment and natural resources. Through experiential and collaborative learning, our graduates emerge as responsible citizens, environmental stewards, and visionary leaders.

Position Overview:

This mixed administrative and faculty position is responsible for developing, delivering, and assessing instructional content in Hybrid Learning. This position will develop, direct, and promote a multi-location, nationally recognized low-residency Conservation Law Enforcement program within Unity College Hybrid Learning and support instructional and disciplinary expertise in Conservation Law Enforcement. This position requires broad expertise in a conservation-law-enforcement-related area such as criminal law, criminology, or natural resource management. Courses taught may include but are not limited to those addressing evidence and criminal procedure, criminal justice, and communication for law enforcement. Hybrid Learning faculty support transdisciplinary thought and contribute to the foundational support of our transdisciplinary approach to education. Administrative expectations are based on key performance indicators and revenue outcomes. Teaching expectations are based on student credit hour generation. Faculty are responsible for teaching, scholarship, and service to the mission of the College. This position will support Conservation Law Enforcement student success, career networking, completion rates, course instruction, development and program review.

Full job description provided at time of interview.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Build, oversee, and promote a robust, multi-location low residency Conservation Law Enforcement degree program.
Accountable for ensuring recruitment, retention and graduation targets are met.
Responsible for budget, personnel, curriculum, and strategic planning for the program to grow to a 2.5-million-dollar operation based on revenue from tuition and room and board.
Expected to work professionally with diverse external and internal constituencies to promote the program, College and its mission.
In conjunction with the Vice President of Hybrid Learning, develop a vigorous program of external networking to establish partnerships to connect the program to key industry participants.
Coordinate with Enterprise Academics on a variety of initiatives, including professional development, course development, program development, and other learning and student success opportunities.
Accountable for oversight of the program curriculum including scheduling, staffing, academic program review and assessment, curriculum development, and academic planning.
Through the Learning Management Software (LMS) system and in collaboration with the Instructional Designers, implement appropriate pedagogical techniques for the hybrid learning environment, and provide course materials in a professional, appropriate, clear, and rigorous manner.

Required:

The ideal candidate will have a Masters or PhD in a related field.
Leadership experience in higher education, teaching, and recruitment, or equivalent leadership experience in a law enforcement agency.
Candidates must have strong oral and written communication skills, including familiarity with technical terminology appropriate to the position and strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent initiative and organizational skills with the ability to work both autonomously and in a team.
Great time management skills.
Ability and willingness to work with students from diverse political/socioeconomic backgrounds and a wide range of physical and academic abilities.
Good skills in word processing, spreadsheets and computerized database systems.
Ability to function effectively within a matrix organizational structure, maintaining open lines of communication while being discreet, courteous and well poised.
An entrepreneurial spirit is desired a person dedicated to building an institutional enterprise.
Excellent project management skills and proven supervisory and staff development skills to effectively manage teams, inspire quality performance, and enhance morale.
Strong analytic, problem-solving, written and oral communication and presentation skills.
Positive attitude, flexibility, proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.
Work irregular hours and weekends as needed, to ensure maximum student, faculty and staff support.
Passion for Unity Colleges mission.

The Congressional Progressive Caucus Center (the CPC Center) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that identifies and develops solutions to build a more just, equitable, and resilient nation. Our network approach brings together community leaders, organizers, advocates, and policy experts to build people-led, cutting-edge policy.

Position Description

The CPC Center is seeking an experienced, strategic, and motivated candidate to lead its climate policy work, with a title commensurate with the successful candidate’s level of experience. The Climate Policy Associate/Senior Associate/Manager and will coordinate the Center’s work in our new Climate Program.

Recognizing the need for transformative solutions that center frontline communities, create good green union careers, achieve climate justice and address environmental racism, our Climate Program will:

Provide public education and analysis about a science- and justice-based climate agenda

Identify and develop public education and policy resources

Convene frontline communities and social justice organizations in policy dialogue and public events

Duties and Responsibilities:

Legislative and Policy Analysis: The Climate Policy Associate/Senior Associate/Manager will conceptualize and draft policy analyses and proposals related to climate policy, infrastructure and agriculture. The Climate Policy Associate/Senior Associate/Manager will conduct racial and economic equity analyses of pending climate policy-related legislation. They will publish public education materials, including timely, accessible analysis and explainer documents.

Stakeholder Engagement: The Climate Policy Associate/Senior Associate/Manager will help expand and engage external stakeholders, networks, and coalitions with which the Center works. The Associate/Senior Associate/Manager will focus on bringing together diverse stakeholders including environmental advocates, labor unions, racial justice, and economic justice organizations around a climate agenda rooted in science, justice, and equity. This will include organizing meetings, public education briefings, and other convenings.

Other duties as assigned.

Key Relationships

This position will report to the Policy Director and interact closely with the Policy, Legislative Affairs and Communications Teams.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following qualifications:

Five to ten years of experience in policymaking, government affairs, or related fields.

Prior nonprofit and/or advocacy experience preferred.

A bachelor’s degree is required. A master’s degree or other advanced degree is

preferred.

Have substantive experience in climate, environmental justice, racial equity and related

subjects.

Be able to set priorities while working in a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline-oriented

environment and balance competing demands.

Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.

Demonstrate capacity in writing and editing influential pieces (op-eds, memos) to frame

and advance key policy priorities on climate and environmental justice.

Build and maintain strong relationships with partners and stakeholders.

Commitment to centering anti-racism and equity in work, to fostering a culturally

competent workplace and to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field.

Track record of delivering superior results while maintaining a positive attitude working

with colleagues in a collaborative, team-based environment, and with external partners.

Self-starter with strong program design and project management skills.

Passion for the mission of the Congressional Progressive Caucus Center and social

movements for justice, equity, and fairness

Responsiveness to feedback

Salary

$60,000 to $80,000, depending on experience.

The Senior Director of Government Affairs and Policy will work with the Senior Vice President of External Affairs and Marketing to cultivate and maintain relationships with government, civic and political stakeholders as well as identify and implement comprehensive engagement initiatives that amplify the leadership and collective impact of Shedd Aquarium and its mission.

This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking, hands-on, results-driven, and highly collaborative team and play a pivotal role. This individual will serve as an advisor on complex and strategic issues and provided day-to-day leadership working with local, state and federal elected officials and agencies, NGOs and coalitions, commissions, and community groups to advance Shedd’s climate change and biodiversity goals as well as environmental education, equity and justice goals.

This role will require strong teamwork with colleagues across multiple departments and teams, including Animal Care, Science and Conservation Research, Conservation Programs and Partnerships, Learning and Community, Public Relations, Marketing, Design and Exhibits, Finance, Legal, and Development.

The right candidate should be comfortable finding creative ways of engaging diverse audiences with a strategic and nuanced lens and possess the ability to think both creatively and analytically with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities & Duties

Demonstrate commitment to Shedd’s vision, mission, and values

Government Relations & Policy

Develop and implement the implementation of Shedd Aquarium’s comprehensive government relations, legislative and policy agenda
Work with the SVP to develop, maintain and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, elected officials, and agencies to influence ocean and freshwater conservation, operations, funding, economic impact, sustainability, DEAI, tourism, and other priorities.
Strengthen the Aquarium’s reputation and influence by building and maintaining a strong network of NGO, government, science, and business relationships
Oversee the Aquarium’s lobbying compliance and reporting program
Represent Shedd Aquarium with Chicago Alderpersons/City Council, the Illinois General Assembly, on Capitol Hill, with the White House, and in various coalitions.
Organize one-on-one meetings, tours, advocacy days, and other forms of engagement with aquarium leaders and experts to engage officials, stakeholders, and corporate and civic leaders to advance priorities and partnerships.
Plan and implement special projects and initiatives, partner activities, speaking engagements. Actively participate in function-related social engagements as a representative of Shedd. Attend public and civic meetings, conferences, standing committees, business, and civic functions, and network opportunities and other business as determined.
Prepare required information including local and state lobbying activity, subject briefings, and other as necessary.

Communications, Advocacy and Engagement

Maintain and build expertise of conservation subjects and issues. Serve as reliable, knowledgeable source of current, relevant information and provide content and input for Shedd messaging and communications needs. Serve as Shedd spokesperson for media and other public appearances. Provide counsel to SVP and others.
Identify significant media and public policy issues and topics relevant to the aquarium’s operations and ambitions and create and implement campaigns and plans to leverage them
Works closely with aquarium teams to inform the development of policy engagements with aquarium guests onsite, online and in communities.
Contribute to efforts to advance and clearly articulate the organization’s voice, leadership, and impact through the creation of communication and engagement tools and vehicles for various audiences.
Develop and support institutional narrative frameworks and positioning statements, key messages, talking points, opinion editorials, presentations, and executive speechwriting across a variety of mission-related subjects.

Departmental Responsibilities

Contribute to annual departmental planning and budget process and assists the Senior Vice President along with other Directors in setting strategic direction for the External Affairs and Marketing department.
Manage timelines, budgets, consultants, lobbyists, and project teams in a highly organized and efficient fashion.
Serve as an active, engaged, and responsible team member that represents departmental and institutional interests at internal and external meetings.
Supervise the Coordinator of Government Affairs and Policy. Manage and coach staff for performance. Develop and monitor professional growth opportunities and training plans.
Demonstrate a commitment to professional and personal growth by initiating dialogue with colleagues, engaging in self-directed learning, and focusing on professional development goals.
Represent the department on cross-departmental teams, task forces and strategic initiatives.
Fulfill other duties as required.

Qualifications

This position requires a sound working knowledge of local, state, and federal political, legislative and regulatory processes, operations, policies and protocols gained through 8 or more years of previous experience working in/or with government administrations, public policy, strategic communications and/or nonprofit environments.
Bachelor’s degree in the sciences, law, communications, political science, policy, or related field.
Expertise in Ocean, Great Lakes, and/or Environmental Conservation communication and policy.
Strong knowledge of conservation and environmental science and federal funding mechanisms.
Strong professional network in zoos, aquariums, NGOs, and/or ocean/Great Lakes policy and science.

Experience & Skills:

Strong communication skills including the ability to write for different audiences; be a highly competent and effective public speaker; and can work effectively with people who have different views.
Excellent team player with experience working in multi-disciplinary groups, using influence and interpersonal skills, listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships with governments, corporations, partners, donors, volunteers, and all levels of staff.
Strong project management experience – working with colleagues across different disciplines to drive activity to completion, delivering against deadlines, and reporting on progress
Demonstrated ability to represent the institution at the highest level of professionalism and integrity and effectively interact with government officials and senior executives.

Revel’s mission is to accelerate EV adoption by providing the infrastructure and services that make it easy to go electric. While other companies set goals for 2030, we’re focused on change we can make today. We’re also focused on cities, which have the biggest barriers to EV adoption but the most potential for change.

Summary

We are looking for someone to join our Corporate Affairs Team as Senior Energy Policy Manager. This role will be critical in advancing Revel’s Government Affairs & Policy efforts by executing the company’s policy agenda and building public sector and stakeholder support for the expansion of Revel’s product lines.

A successful candidate will have experience working with regulators at the local, state, and federal levels to advance policy goals in the areas of energy, infrastructure and transportation. They will also have a track record of securing government contracts and funding opportunities. A background in electric vehicles/electric vehicle charging infrastructure strongly preferred.

About You:

You have 10+ years of professional work experience in public policy analysis, advocacy, legislative affairs, government, nonprofits with a focus on energy
You have won RFPs and competitive grants at the federal and/or state level
Experience working with state utility boards and/or electric industry related experience (utility, trade org, ISO, agency, etc.) strong plus
You are a strong project manager, who is able to develop and execute policy campaigns and quickly determine the relevant stakeholders needed to get the job done.
You have experience working closely and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders in an ever-changing, rapid growth environment with tight deadlines
You are comfortable working in an unstructured environment and thrive in roles where you are empowered to take on, and be accountable for work that has a significant impact on company growth
You are an execution-oriented self-starter and critical thinker who is able to adapt quickly to changing political environments
You will be a great advocate for Revel’s priorities who is able to clearly and effectively articulate Revel’s approach and results.
You take your work seriously but not yourself

About the Role:

Work with relevant departments to develop and represent policy positions to stakeholders on a diverse array of policy issues: ranging from tech, energy, and transportation policy; workforce; transportation networks and EV charging companies
Proactively develop action plans and legislative solutions for issues that arise
Establish and lead processes to identify and win RFPs and other contracts, competitive grants, project managing across various internal teams
Track and advocate for Revel before state utility boards and associated regulators
Support Revel thought leadership initiatives, partnerships, and campaigns at the federal, state and local levels, including with associations, think tanks, policy organizations, and NGOs focused on issues of relevance to Revel and our community. Identify strategic targets and form relationships with government officials, organizational staff, and allies to advance policy goals
Partner closely with Revel’s comms team to ensure a tailored communications strategy on policy and regulatory work.
Track public policy issues at the federal, state and local levels that could impact Revel and our community, keeping relevant internal partners informed and involved as needed.

Compensation and Benefits

Base compensation range $120k-$160k per year, based on experience level. Our benefits package includes:

Stock Options
Free Moped rides and discounted Rideshare rides
Medical, Dental, Vision
401k
Life insurance
Unlimited Vacation/PTO

The Natural Resources Defense Council (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 staff helped write some of America’s bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act, and many of the implementing regulations. Today, our staff of more than 700 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy advocates, communications experts, and others work across the United States and internationally from our offices in New York; Washington, D.C.; Chicago; Santa Monica; San Francisco; Bozeman, Montana; and Beijing.

Position Summary:

NRDC is seeking to hire a cohort of Summer Legal Interns‟to work‟on cases‟and projects‟with‟attorneys across‟our Program and Litigation Teams.‟Intern positions are available at our New York, D.C., Chicago, Santa Monica, and San Francisco offices.
Responsibilities

NRDC’s summer legal interns may participate in writing briefs, drafting complaints, preparing legal analyses, obtaining affidavits, investigating violations of environmental and‟public‟health laws, developing policy advocacy campaigns,‟providing public comment,‟and drafting white papers and comments for submission to Congressional committees and administrative agencies. Our interns play an active role on the frontlines to protect our planet and the communities that depend upon it.‟‟‟
Qualifications

This internship is designed for current law school students.‟ Prior experience in environmental‟law or with environmental issues is not required.‟In assessing candidates for the summer internship, we look for:‟‟‟

Exceptional legal writing and analytical‟skills;‟‟‟
Strong oral communication‟skills;‟‟‟
Experience effectively working on a‟team;‟‟‟
Creativity and‟resourcefulness;‟‟‟
Commitment to public service, equity, or‟justice;‟‟‟
Demonstrated ability to work with people across different social identities and‟backgrounds;‟‟‟‟
Record of academic and/or professional accomplishment; and‟‟‟
Commitment to NRDC’s values and mission.‟‟‟

NRDC encourages successful applicants to secure funding from scholarships or their law schools, but such funding is not a factor in selecting interns. NRDC will supplement outside funding to ensure interns receive‟$10,000 for the 10-week internship.‟

Applications will be reviewed and interviews will be scheduled starting in‟September 2022. Offers will be made on a rolling basis; we strongly encourage you to apply early.‟‟The deadlines to‟submit an application‟are December‟30,‟2022‟(2Ls) and January 15, 2023 (1Ls).‟