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Become an Environmental Affairs & Compliance Senior Advisor in Agency Relations at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow. In this job, you will hone your communication and problem-solving skills, make key connections internally and externally, including with state and federal agencies, learn about core company functions, create regulatory pathways for priority initiatives, and interact with leadership. This role can serve as a strategic launchpad offering high visibility and cross-functional exposure that can open doors to a wide range of career paths across the organization. As an Environmental Affairs & Compliance Senior Advisor, your work will help power our planet, reduce carbon emissions and create cleaner air for everyone. Are you ready to take on the challenge to help us build the future?
Responsibilities

Manages relationships and engagement strategies with federal and state agencies at management and regional levels; leads collaborative development of strategies to facilitate SCE work at key agencies
Leads, coordinates and/or supports periodic SCE meetings with agency leadership to discuss priorities, progress, plans, and challenges. Participates in agency staff meetings led by Environmental Services (ESD) or other OUs (Government Lands, T&D)
Provides internal input on prioritization, broader corporate goals, competing interests, and agency perspective to inform SCE decisions. Advocates for SCE’s regulatory requirements, goals, initiatives, and policy positions. Handles escalated issues
Leads the development, renewal or amendment of programmatic permits and agreements for operations and maintenance on federally regulated lands. Supports the development, renewal, or amendment of environmental resource-specific and other technical permits. Supports implementation of permits and develop solutions to challenges and trends identified by internal teams and agencies to improve permit efficacy
Coordinates with internal OUs (e.g., ESD, Legislative Affairs, Corporate Affairs, etc.) to review and provide input on relevant environmental policies, regulations, guidelines, and legislation. Manages or supports preparation of SCE comments on proposed policies, regulations, guidelines, and legislation. Represents or supports SCE at regulatory proceedings (e.g., hearings, workshops, board meetings
Shares significant information about the agencies, including leadership changes, key decisions made or to be made, changes in agency regulations, significant SCE issues, progress on major projects, agency feedback, and other relevant matters that impact SCE and its relations with and strategy for agencies
Maintains relationships and coordinate with electric utility trade organizations and other partnerships (e.g., EPRI, CCEEB, USWAG, WUG, JUG, NGOs, and environmental organizations). Represents SCE at CEEBB Air Project, South Coast Air Project, and Natural Resources Task Force meetings, in coordination with internal stakeholders
Serves as SCE team lead for (non-species specific, non-technical) programmatic permits from federal land management agencies
Develops and builds effective working relationships with regulatory agencies and other external government environmental agencies
A material job duty of all positions within the Company is ensuring the protection of all its physical, financial and cybersecurity assets, and properly accessing and managing private customer data, proprietary information, confidential medical records, and other types of highly sensitive information and data with the highest standards of conduct and integrity.

Minimum Qualifications

Ten or more years of experience in case management, energy markets, environmental sustainability and/or energy-related regulatory policy.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with state and federal land management agencies, local air agencies, and/or Department of Transportation
Experience communicating across a broad audience, including policy makers, agency staff, internal and external leaders, lawyers, and other collaborators for a positive impact
Ability to solve problems in collaborative manner
Strong drive for continuous improvement and customer service excellence
Impactful inclusion skills
JD, Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in biology, natural sciences, business administration or related field
Experience with NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act), the Endangered Species Act and land management agencies

The Public Policy Manager leads and implements a comprehensive program to influence conservation and public policy outcomes that advance the Conservancy’s mission at the state and federal levels in service to the Conservancy’s ambitious 2030 goals.

They work with staff across the Conservancy to advance the organization’s national and multi-state policy priorities and ensure program compliance with local, state, and federal lobbying laws and regulations. They build collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, non-profit organizations, coalitions, elected officials, agencies, and business interests to increase support for the organization’s conservation agenda. This position will work closely with the Kansas State Director, Director of Conservation, North American Policy & Government Relations staff, Kansas Board of Trustees, and members of the Kansans for Conservation Coalition to collaboratively develop and advocate for policy positions while informing and delivering strategic communications.

In partnership with conservation staff and leadership within the Great Plains region, the Public Policy Manager will also serve as the chapter’s climate lead, working to advance the Conservancy’s renewable energy strategy by cultivating strategic relationships with key decision makers including regulatory agencies, energy developers, non-governmental organizations, power purchasers, and utilities.

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Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today!

What You’ll Bring:

Familiar with social, economic, and political conditions and conservation issues in Kansas and the United States.

Outstanding written and oral communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

Experience communicating with and presenting to a variety of stakeholders, including legislators and their staffs, agencies, and other partners.

Project management experience, including designing, implementing, and directing multiple complex projects and ensuring program accountability.

Communications experience including preparing and presenting project proposals and developing written communications.

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 4 years related experience or equivalent combination of education/ experience.

Fluency in English.

Audubon Southwest is the regional office of the National Audubon Society in Arizona and New Mexico. We are currently seeking a two-semester (Fall 2025 and Spring 2026) Water Policy Fellow to advance Audubon’s policy work on water management within Arizona. The primary focus of the Water Policy Fellow will be on Colorado River, groundwater, and water quality issues and how they impact birds and people in Arizona.

This position is part-time (20 hours per week) and primarily remote, reporting to the Arizona Policy Manager. There is the opportunity for at least monthly in-person meetings in Phoenix at the Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85040 to collaborate with the policy team. The ideal candidate will be a curious, self-motivated graduate student or upper level (junior or senior) undergraduate student at a university or community college majoring in public policy, sustainability, environmental studies, or a related field. The ideal candidate enjoys research, writing, asking questions, and collaborating with others. They will have a passion for environmental policy and be skilled at verbal and written communications.

Compensation:

$19.00 / hour

Additional Job Description

Essential Functions:

Policy Research

As directed by the Arizona Policy Manager, research specific issues related to the Colorado River, groundwater, and water quality issues and how they impact birds and people in Arizona.

Draft written materials including fact sheets, blogs, white papers and briefings on specific issues related to the Colorado River, groundwater, and water quality issues and how they impact birds and people in Arizona.

In collaboration with the Arizona Policy Manager, track and analyze Arizona water management issues by attending meetings, webinars, and conducting independent research.

Outreach

Collaborate with the Audubon Southwest communications team to draft issue-specific information, blogs, and social media content.

Collaborate with Audubon policy team staff to host events with the community and elected officials to disseminate updates on water issues in Arizona.

In coordination with the Arizona Policy Manager, collaborate with key state and national non-governmental organizations and state agencies to advance Audubon’s water policy agenda.

Collaborate with colleagues all around the state.

Fellows Schedule

This is a seasonal, fellowship position remote or hybrid, but the candidate needs to be physically located in Arizona.

Projected Start Date: August 15, 2025

Projected term of employment: August 2025 through June 2026.

Qualifications and Experience:

Commitment to a just and equitable approach to conservation and natural resource management.

Working knowledge of policies related to water management, water quality, fish and wildlife habitat highly desired.

Enrollment at an accredited college (including community college) or university required.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent research skills and an interest in translating complex information into an engaging, accessible, and inclusive format.

Skilled use of Microsoft Office Suite products, Zoom, and basic database management are preferred to compile, organize, analyze, and interpret water resource management data. Experience with ArcGIS Online preferred.

Ability to work independently and within a team setting is essential.

Ability to stay on task and meet deadlines while working remotely is essential.

Ability and willingness to travel to team meetings and/or events in the Phoenix-metropolitan region (mileage, lodging, and meals associated with required work travel will be reimbursed).

The Texas Climate Jobs Action Fund seeks an experienced and impactful Political Director who will help develop a groundbreaking, labor led political and advocacy program based on the needs and experiences of Texas workers and Texas communities at the intersection of climate, clean energy, and union jobs.

he Political Director is a new leadership position at Texas Climate Jobs Action Fund. Responsibilities include:

Strategic Communications: Develop and execute a comprehensive and strategic communications program to support 501(c)4 activities on behalf of Texas Climate Jobs Action Fund;
Fundraising: Working with the executive director, help develop and execute a long-term fundraising strategy using both institutional and individual donations;
Administration and Operations: Working with the Executive Director and administrative and operations staff and contractors to help support effective administrative and operations functions;
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

The Texas Climate Jobs Action Fund Political Director should be an experienced, passionate political professional with a deep commitment to a progressive economic agenda centered on the power of unions and working people to lead on economic and climate issues.

In addition, the Political Director should have:

At least five years of work with unions, workers’ rights organization, or in a similar setting;
Demonstrated track record of results in comprehensive lobbying, electoral, and/or issue-based campaigns, with communications experience a plus;
Demonstrated track record of successful fundraising;
In-depth knowledge and experience working within the labor movement, preferably in Texas;
A deep commitment to building power alongside impacted workers and marginalized communities;
An ability to work independently and juggle multiple priorities;
Critical thinking and ability to think strategically about building and exercising power;
Excellent communication skills;
Ability to travel frequently to different areas of the state;

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to **@*******on.org with “Political Director” in the subject line. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

Texas Climate Jobs Project Action Fund & Fair Shot Texas Action Fund are committed to Equal Opportunity, and to considering applicants of all ages, races, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, ethnicities, and religions. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences with a commitment to building collective union power and working for a better Texas to apply.

The Climate Action Campaign (CAC) Fellowship is a paid intern program designed to immerse its participants in the environmental advocacy field. Assignments vary and are designed to both support the campaign with its mission to advance and defend climate policies and assist the fellow with their professional growth. This non-exempt position allows interaction with all of the campaign’s departments providing a wide breadth of experiences.

We have a fellowship available in our Government Affairs department. As an integral part of the team, the Government Affairs fellow will learn about environmental advocacy at the national level, including efforts to build public support for action to tackle the climate crisis, educate key decisionmakers, and shape federal policy.

CAC is based in Washington, D.C. We are currently working in a hybrid environment with fellows expected in the office 2-3 times per week.

The fellow will work predominantly with the Government Affairs team completing tasks including but not limited to:

Conducting legislative research, tracking, and analysis, including reviewing and summarizing major legislation and tracking decisionmakers’ positions on priority issues

Assisting with environmental advocacy efforts including drafting outreach language and creating, editing, and distributing a variety of documents for internal and external use

Tracking and reporting Congressional and administrative activity (meetings, events, etc.)

Tracking and reporting national and local partners’ activities (meetings, events, etc.)

Attending briefings, meetings, and events with CAC staff and external allies

Assisting various Departments during surge moments, including but not limited to attending events or otherwise supporting community-wide climate advocacy efforts, facilitating outreach to partners and decisionmakers, conducting research and data entry

Attending internal meetings and assisting with Campaign-wide metrics and reporting

Assisting with internal information sharing and communications

Providing logistics and meeting support as needed

Completing other duties and tasks as they arise

A successful candidate has the following:

Interest in environmental issues and the environmental community

Ability to learn to juggle multiple, distinct projects in a fast-paced, high-expectation campaign environment

Ability to work successfully individually and collaboratively, with diverse teams and individuals internally and with external partner organizations

Experience with data entry and managing large amounts of data

Excellent communicator and self-starter; keen attention to detail

Experience in issue-organizing, advocacy or electoral campaigns a plus

Familiarity with Congressional activity and legislative research and analysis a plus

Scope: The paid fellowship program lasts for 13 weeks, with an option to extend. An ideal start date would be September 8, 2025 and fellows participate for 20 hours/week. Rate of Pay: $18.00 per hour, as an hourly non-exempt position.

A Water Resources Planning Advisor is a professional classification assisting in developing high-level policy advice; performing administrative work in maintaining an active liaison with all organizations having water related interests; advising the Water Resources Department and City management regarding water policy matters that ensures a sustainable supply of water resources; and assuring comprehensive representation of the City of Mesa’s interests in intergovernmental agreements and protecting the City’s investments in joint ventures. Duties include: Representing the City and serving as a liaison to local and regional water resource groups and agencies, regulatory bodies, and other government agencies; oversight and administration of Mesa’s various agreements (Val Vista, Gila River Indian Community (GRIC), Salt River Pima–Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC), Greenfield Water Reclamation Plant (GWRP), Salt River Project (SRP), and Central Arizona Project (CAP)); interacting and eliciting information from other City departments in order to carry out the City’s objectives relating to water resource management; advising the Water Resources Department and City management regarding water policy matters; assuring comprehensive representation of the City of Mesa’s interests; providing direction and monitoring Operations Maintenance (O/M) and 5-year Capital Improvement Project (CIP); coordinating with water operation staff to ensure compliance with the Arizona Groundwater Management Act; assisting the Water Resources Advisor in short- and long-range water planning activities including research, analysis, issue identification, projections, and related tasks; leading and negotiating Intergovernmental Agreements (IGAs) with outside entities (Joint Exercise of Power Agreement (JEPA), Apache Junction, Greenfield, Val Vista, Tempe, Gilbert); providing highly technical and strategic planning assistance and recommendations on use of groundwater, surface water, and reclaimed water; interpreting, applying, and ensuring compliance with the provisions of water resources regulations and other applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, etc.; and assisting with the development and administration of the City’s water resource master plan.

The incumbent also serves as a technical analyst that maintains and analyzes data for water resource planning and contract compliance; prepares various reports and applications for state regulatory bodies, including the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) annual water use reports; administration of recovery wells, water storage permits, and long-term storage credit (LTSC) accounting; provides information and technical assistance in the development and implementation of the City’s water resource program, including working with local and regional water resource agencies, other City agencies, the public, and water system customers and users; assists in researching issues related to the City’s water rights, water supply and demand, and effluent supply and demand; produces technical reports and analysis on water use and supply; develops and maintains water production and consumption information files and databases; assists in the review, approval, and monitoring of sustainable water service projects in accordance with City ordinance and demand ceilings; and performs related duties as required.

The Water Resources Planning Advisor provides independent, highly complex support for water resource programs and is required to exercise extensive initiative and judgment to coordinate information and provide accurate data based upon research and information at hand to assist in policy development. This classification is supervised by the Water Resources Advisor through meetings, conferences, reports, and results achieved. This class is FLSA exempt-administrative.

Minimum Qualifications Required. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field. Considerable (3 – 5 years) full-time work experience in the field of water resources, water law, water quality, policy analysis, or environmental quality.

The Climate Jobs National Resource Center (CJNRC) is a labor-led organization at the forefront of the fight to combat the climate crisis and reverse racial and economic inequality.

CJNRC is the hub of a growing network of independent labor-led, state-based climate jobs coalitions. CJNRC provides coalitions and union partners with the information, support, and expertise to lead on climate action. The coalitions we support are organizing to build a clean energy economy at the scale and pace that climate science demands, create and expand access to good union jobs in under-resourced communities, and advance equity.

CJNRC and our network of coalitions are at the leading edge of both workers’ rights and climate action, two defining issues of our time. The coalitions have helped pass the nation’s most ambitious climate policies, won the strongest labor and equity standards for clean energy workers in the country, and built winning campaigns for worker-centered and equity-focused climate investments and good union jobs that will transform the future of the US economy.

Position Description

The Western States Regional Director is responsible for developing and implementing CJNRC’s mission and strategic objectives within a multi-state region. The person in this position is responsible for identifying, building, and maintaining political relationships across the region with state coalition union leaders, coalition Executive Directors, and key local partners in order to support the success and sustainability of Climate Jobs coalitions and effectuate CJNRC’s non-profit purposes. The Western States Regional Director is a senior leadership position reporting to and working under the direction of the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

Coalition Maintenance and Relationship Management:

Serve as the principal for ongoing work with designated state coalition and labor leadership.
Provide reliable support and strategic counsel to navigate challenges and seize opportunities.
Identify, build, cultivate, and maintain strong, independent, collaborative, and trust-based relationships with state coalition and union leadership, key coalition members, and staff.
Ensure that coalition-developed strategic plans are well-conceived, effectively implemented, and achieve desired outcomes by working in close consultation with all relevant stakeholders, including leading the work of CJNRC staff working with those coalitions to achieve the objectives.
Design, facilitate, and organize high-impact strategic meetings, convenings, and regular check-ins designed to advance CJNRC’s work with state coalitions, strengthen alignment, and maintain momentum on implementation of CJNRC’s programs.

Coalition Building, Support, and Strategic Expansion:

Partner with state coalition leadership to develop and implement strategies for building sustainable, effective union-led state organizations.
Work closely across CJNRC teams and with partners to continuously assess and analyze the policy and political landscape within the region to identify strategic opportunities, potential partners, and emerging challenges.
Manage CJNRC budgets in their region, evaluate and determine commitment of resources to drive CJNRC’s program.
Actively assist state leadership in expanding the reach and impact of their coalitions.

Policy, Political Analysis, and Strategy Development:

Lead the development and execution of state and regional strategies, ensuring alignment with the broader organizational goals, state coalitions, and CJNRC’s mission.
Collaborate with partners, including the Cornell University Climate Jobs Institute, to research and develop forward thinking campaigns and policy plans.

Programmatic Leadership and Implementation:

Responsible for moving key strategies forward with state coalition leadership and affiliates in each state.
Ensure effective day-to-day follow-up and communication across state coalition leaders, affiliate partners, internal CJNRC staff and leaders across all departments.
Coordinate the work of CJNRC staff to ensure state coalitions receive the necessary support and resources.
Hire and supervise additional regional staff as needed.

Qualifications

Proven experience in a senior leadership role, preferably within labor, advocacy, political organizing, or a related field.
Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strategic relationships with diverse stakeholders including labor unions, research groups, funders.
Experience in developing and implementing successful strategic plans and campaigns.
Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with internal cross-functional teams and external partners.
Deep understanding of policy and political landscapes, preferably within the specified region.
Familiarity with one or more states in this region, including existing relationships with key labor movement leaders.
Ability to travel frequently within the region and the United States.

Our newly operational Water Resources Center sets the standard for wastewater treatment facilities on the Central Coast. It’s the City’s largest-ever infrastructure project and a truly state-of-the-art facility, featuring an advanced water purification component that can contribute to a drought buffer by providing safe and reliable water for Morro Bay. Located on South Bay Boulevard north of Highway 1, the facility incorporates cutting-edge technology, including two lift stations and approximately 3.5 miles of pipelines and new injection wells. The purified water will be injected into the groundwater aquifer for reuse through our existing infrastructure, promoting sustainability and environmental stewardship.

If selected, you will be part of a team that operates the most advanced water reclamation center on the Central Coast. You will have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art facility and technology in a brand new one million-gallon-per-day advanced treatment facility. This position will oversee day-to-day compliance with various environmental regulations as they pertain to water, water conservation, wastewater, air quality, and industrial waste. The Water Resources Compliance Specialist oversees and may perform a variety of biological, chemical, and physical tests and analyses in both field and laboratory settings for water, wastewater, and industrial waste.

Under the general direction of the Utilities Division Manager, plans, oversees and coordinates, implements, and performs monitoring, testing, and administrative duties to ensure the City’s compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory agency requirements pertaining to water, wastewater, air quality, and industrial waste; performs all other related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Water Resources Compliance Specialist is in the City’s Utilities Division. This class is distinguished by its responsibilities for coordinating and performing duties related to the Division’s day-to-day compliance with various environmental regulations as they pertain to water, water conservation, wastewater, air quality, and industrial waste. The Water Resources Compliance Specialist oversees and may perform a variety of biological, chemical, and physical tests and analyses in both field and laboratory settings for water, wastewater, and industrial waste. Duties are performed under the supervision and direction of higher-level staff, but performance of duties requires the use of independence, initiative, and discretion within established guidelines. Technical and functional supervision may be exercised over assigned staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees monitoring the City’s water quality program, including sampling of the municipal water system, for compliance with Division of Drinking Water standards, and prepares required reports.
Assists the Utilities Division Manager in the NPDES and other regulatory reporting requirements for the Water Resources Center, Water system, and the Wastewater Collection system.
Assists the Utilities Division Manager in the preparation or oversight of the water resources planning documents, such as the Urban Water Management Plan and the City’s “OneWater” plan.
Conducts public outreach activities.
Develops and implements active and effective water conservation measures.
Oversees the City Cross-Connection Control Program.
Perform water loss audits for the water system.
Provides information to citizens, contractors, engineers, and other governmental agencies at the counter, by telephone and by mail.
Prepares staff reports and grant applications.
Oversees and assists in the development of computer models and GIS and other databases of water, wastewater, and air quality
Attend City meetings (such as City Council, Planning Commission, and Public Works Advisory Board) to present project-related information and respond to questions.
Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Management of environmental compliance, regulatory operations, and NPDES permitting.
General water resources engineering and planning.
Water quality control and the related biological/physical principles.
Applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations related to Recycled Water Use.
Mathematics and statistics as related to water resources.
Program management techniques.
Appropriate data and record keeping methods and principles.

Ability to:

Effectively communicate both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
Sit at a desk for long periods of time in front of a computer screen while using standard office supplies and equipment such as keyboard and telephone.
Work out in the field in inclement weather when needed or when responding to emergency situations.
Develop and use database reports to support the Utilities Division.
Operate hand tools needed to perform field studies.
Work in an indoor and outdoor setting with some travel to different sites and locations.
Work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
Walk on uneven terrain to complete surveys and inspections.
Work where exposure to environmental factors may pose a risk of minor injury or illness.

Education and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science, physical or life sciences, natural resources management, environmental engineering, or a closely related field.
In lieu of a degree, at least four (4) years of experience performing environmental compliance and regulatory duties may be considered.

Certifications and Licenses:

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
Must obtain a Water Treatment Operator Grade T2 certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) within one year of hire.
Must obtain a Water Audit Validator Certificate within two years of hire.
Must obtain one of the following certifications within three years of hire:
State certification as a Qualified Industrial Stormwater Practitioner (QISP), or
Grade I Environmental Compliance Inspector certification issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA).
All required certifications must be maintained throughout the duration of employment.

The Lead Counsel, Clean Energy Tax Solutions will serve as a senior member of Environmental Defense Fund’s U.S. Legal and Regulatory team. The Lead Counsel will be responsible for developing and implementing high impact strategies on complex legal and regulatory policy matters related to federal tax incentives for clean affordable solutions that create jobs in the U.S. The work will entail important collaboration with key partners and allies and will incorporate EDF’s core values, its abiding respect for all people, and supporting a culture where all staff can thrive.

The Lead Counsel position will help manage and collaborate with attorneys, analysts, consultants, and other experts to achieve and support progress on key priorities. This position will engage directly with senior policymakers, leading legal and regulatory experts, private sector leaders and associations, and NGO partners and allies. They will engage in strategic communications about the important benefits of clean affordable solutions in cutting costs and creating domestic jobs and the important role of tax investments in incentivizing these solutions. The Lead Counsel will report to the SVP, General Counsel.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop integrated legal and regulatory strategy to protect and defend U.S. tax incentives that invest in clean affordable solutions with a focus on investments that reduce pollution in high emitting sectors.

Lead EDF’s strategic engagement in complex federal regulatory, policy and legal tax and tax-related proceedings including litigation.

Work effectively with key policymakers, the private sector, and non-governmental partners and allies through rigorous engagement, collaboration, and professionalism.

Lead, collaborate with, mentor and support colleagues, legal fellows, interns and consultants who have legal, policy, and analytical expertise.

Effectively communicate benefits of tax investments for people and communities including cost savings, competitiveness, manufacturing and quality jobs, and energy security.

Participate in advancing EDF’s organizational effectiveness and culture goals in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included, and empowered to address the environmental and organizational challenges in alignment with EDF values.

Develop strategic objectives, work plans and key results, engage in strategic planning, and incorporate nimble approaches that can rapidly adapt to changing contexts and unpredictable developments.

Lead the team’s effective and professional engagement with partners both internal and external.

Lead collaboration with Development, develop strategic vision for resources to support and advance work, draft and contribute to Development proposals, reports and other fundraising materials, and participate and advance EDF outreach to members.

Respond to emerging organizational priorities and professionally represent EDF at various important internal and external events.

Additional relevant responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

8+ years of relevant professional experience, a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school, and current membership with good standing in the State Bar required.

Expertise in federal tax law incentivizing clean affordable solutions as well as extensive understanding of administrative law and proceedings, legal advocacy, and litigation.

History of achieving high impact progress in advancing clean affordable solutions through regulatory and administrative advocacy in complex proceedings, litigation, policy strategy, legislative efforts, and strategic engagement.

Demonstrated self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across all cultures and backgrounds.

Demonstrated ability to represent an organization’s interests in litigation and complex policy proceedings, before senior government officials, with senior leaders in the private sector, and in vibrant partnerships with non-governmental organizations and community-based organizations.

Demonstrated ability to develop innovative strategies, forge and operationalize path-breaking ideas and solutions, and create, recognize and build on key opportunities for progress.

Experience managing and mentoring attorneys and interns, technical experts, operations staff, and budgets.

Excellent legal research, analytical, public speaking, advocacy, and written and oral communication skills.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and to effectively and respectfully lead staff in a dynamic and creative environment with colleagues and partners of varied backgrounds and experience across multiple time zones.

Proactive and organized with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Ability to adapt plans and strategies in response to new events and information.

Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

The Permit Specialist serves as a contributing member of the Coastal Sciences and Planning Team. Work includes execution (management) of environmental permitting tasks at the local, State and Federal levels for projects focused on shore protection, coastal resiliency, wetland restoration and private and commercial development in the coastal and offshore regions. Environmental permitting tasks will include application of regulations to projects as they are developed, preparation and submittal of permit applications, review of permits received and compliance with permit requirements during and following project execution. The work involves close coordination with other team members within the Environmental Monitoring Business Unit at Woods Hole Group.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain database of permits for Woods Hole Group clientele
Prepare public notices and abutter notifications
Advertise public notices in local newspapers or post on regulatory websites
Identify parcel information and deed references
Record permits at Registry of Deeds and send recording information to regulatory agencies
Coordinate with Project Managers on applicable regulatory requirements on a project-by- project basis and resolve critical permitting issues
Review engineering site plans to ensure consistency with regulatory requirements
Coordinate with Project Managers to prepare and file permit applications with local, state, and federal agencies
Review permits received for consistency with proposed work and associated plans
File work start notifications with local, State and Federal regulatory agencies
Work with Project Managers to ensure permit requirements are met during construction and to ensure that all required monitoring data are collected post construction
Maintain working knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and periodic updates to those regulations
Participate in calls/meetings/consultations with Woods Hole Group staff, regulatory agencies, clients, contractors, and other consulting firms
Coordinate with local, State and Federal agencies to gain consensus and approvals for work in regulated areas

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship.

BA/BS in Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Wetland Studies or closely related field
1-3 years of experience focusing on permitting of natural resource/wetland projects and related permitting in New England
Excellent English oral communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Teamwork and ability to work effectively with colleagues and to accept mentorship
Ability to maintain working knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental regulations
Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills