Job Tag: Law/Policy

L4GG’s Climate Change & Environmental Justice (CCEJ) Program mobilizes lawyers nationwide to combat the climate crisis and promote environmental justice. We use the law to implement and execute climate solutions equitably at federal, state, and local levels, with twin goals of expediting the country’s just transition to a green economy and directly addressing environmental racism. We do this by:

Advocating for federal agencies to address climate change and equity through their climate and infrastructure program funding
Assisting state and local governments with creating and implementing laws and policies
Providing low-income cities and communities most harmed by discriminatory environmental practices with high-quality, pro bono legal representation

Over the past two years, the CCEJ Program has become a key technical assistance provider to federal, state, and local leaders, nonprofit partners and frontline communities to help ensure the equitable distribution of historic federal funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and other federal laws to expedite a just transition to a green economy. In 2023 alone, L4GG provided guidance to over 700 state and local decision-makers, nonprofits and frontline communities regarding federal funding and programs and has become a thought leader and key technical assistance provider to the public sector writ large on IRA implementation, including in particular, tax incentives like elective pay. L4GG is regularly sought out by governor’s offices, local governments, thought leaders, and nonprofit partners to provide guidance on IRA implementation and is looking to expand its existing Clean Energy Clinic to provide additional guidance to the many public agencies and communities looking to finance clean energy projects under the IRA.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

We’re seeking a senior clean energy attorney to help lead our clean energy initiative, which includes leading the nationwide effort on the equitable implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to expedite a just transition to the green economy. This person would help manage assistance to literally hundreds of state agencies, local agencies, green banks, and CBOs looking to leverage the IRA. This person would help lead the clean energy initiative and would report to the CCEJ Director, a national expert on IRA implementation.

REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate will have top-notch interpersonal skills, experience working with state and local decision-makers, good judgment, and the ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment. We need someone who can work independently with a strong sense of urgency and take initiative to identify and resolve challenges. We also need someone with an ability to identify creative public finance solutions to help finance clean energy and climate justice projects in distressed communities by leveraging the tools in the IRA and other historic federal funding.

Must have access to a quiet workspace (home office or other space) with high-speed internet and the ability to take calls and/or video conferences during working hours.

Required qualifications include:

Education required: Law degree and 8+ years of experience in clean energy, regulatory, energy, and/or administrative law
Experience with the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act and federal funding mechanisms
Commitment to equity and our organization’s mission
Passion for tackling climate change and climate justice issues
Ability to work autonomously as well as collaborate and work well with a team
Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Comfortable working with and communicating with private sector attorneys and higher-level decision-makers at the federal, state, and local level
Comfortable presenting technical legal issues to large audiences
Proven ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously
Proven ability to lead and manage a team of attorneys
Consistent attention to detail
Strong ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and escalate issues to CCEJ Director as appropriate
Experience using Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Drive, and Mac computers
Technology comfort and competence, including willingness to embrace new tools and self-train using provided resources as needed

Desired qualifications include:

Direct experience with IRA implementation, in particular, the various programs under the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund
Located in or around Washington DC with willingness to travel to present on public policy
Experience with any or all of the following digital tools: Asana, Airtable, Zoom

The Center for Biological Diversity, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, believes the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature — to the existence of a vast diversity of wild animals, plants and people. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law, activism and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that humans, other species and all communities need to survive and thrive.

We want those who come after us to inherit a world where the wild is still alive.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Staff or Senior Attorney will work as part of a team in the Urban Wildlands using law, science, media outreach and advocacy to protect the environment. The Urban Wildlands program works to protect wildlife and habitats vulnerable to unsustainable development while advocating for healthy and climate resilient communities. Attorneys at the Center bring cutting edge cases that are designed to have a conservation impact that addresses key threats to biodiversity. The main duties of this role include impact litigation, policy development, administrative advocacy, and advancing environmental campaigns. The ideal candidate will have excellent research, writing, and public speaking skills with an ability to think strategically and creatively. Staff and Senior attorneys are motivated and use their experience in law and activism to develop cases and win campaigns. The working environment is dynamic, exciting and supportive.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with frontline communities and conservation organizations in local, regional and statewide coalitions to proactively protect vulnerable ecosystems and wildlife connectivity while also opposing destructive and polluting projects.
Identify, develop, and litigate cases and administrative actions to further the program’s campaign goals;
Draft legal and/or scientific comments on proposed rules and environmental review documents;
Advocate for conservation policies, including through oral testimony, policy analysis, petitions for rulemaking, and effective communications;
Track and analyze relevant land use legislation and regulations at the state, regional and local levels;
Engage in media advocacy by writing press releases, crafting op-eds, developing relationships with media contacts, and delivering effective, timely statements to reporters;
Raise awareness among the public and opinion leaders through campaign activities such as public speaking, action alerts, reports, and meetings;
Build and maintain relationships with partner organizations, coalitions, government officials, and scientists;
Produce consistently high-quality work, including typically delivering weekly legal work such as a brief, memo, petition, technical comment letter, or oral argument as needed;
May include supervision of law clerks and legal fellows;
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Law school graduate admitted to California state bar;
Minimum two years of civil litigation experience for Staff Attorney and eight years for Senior Attorney, preferred familiarity with the California Environmental Quality Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Administrative Procedure Act, Endangered Species Act and Clean Water Act;
Excellent writing, communication, research, and oral advocacy skills;
Strong work ethic, time management, and organizational skills;
Proactive approach to identify opportunities, solve problems, and take initiative to drive projects forward;
Ability to develop cases and manage a full docket;
Familiarity with environmental laws;
A high degree of scientific literacy;
A demonstrated commitment to environmental protection;
Ability to work independently and as a part of an effective team;
Competence in and commitment to principles of justice, equity and inclusion;
Track record of effective coalition work preferred;
Ability to work 40+ hours per week.

Under direction of the Director, the Senior Policy Strategist helps achieve and coordinate Sierra Club California’s approved conservation programmatic objectives. They participate in planning policy efforts, developing and maintaining government and political contacts, tracking regulations and legislation, making strategic recommendations to achieve conservation objectives, and engaging in outreach to diverse communities and allies, including through strategic media and digital communications.
Job Activities include but are not limited to:

Coordinates Sierra Club California’s day-to-day lobbying/policy advocacy in the Legislature; facilitates weekly legislative meetings; ensures Sierra Club California presence at legislative hearings; aids in development of legislative strategy on Sierra Club California priority bills.
Tracks, monitors, analyzes, and evaluates regulations, laws, initiatives and new developments on a range of environmental issues with an emphasis on water, conservation and wildlife issues. Evaluates proposed legislation and regulations at state agencies to determine possible effects to the environment and makes recommendations for strategic lobbying and legislative efforts.
Advocates the Sierra Club position on proposed legislation and regulations; informs and communicates with elected officials, business leaders, governmental agencies, and other non-profit organizations. Confers with legislators and officials to influence the passage of bills or measures favorable to Sierra Club’s interests. Confers with regulatory agencies to influence administrative rules and regulations and other actions that are non-legislative in nature.
Plans, develops and implements campaign strategies for assigned regulatory programs and legislative objectives and projects in accordance with the chapter policy.
Works with staff and volunteer leaders to recruit, coordinate, and facilitate grassroots involvement in regulatory and legislative campaigns.
Makes presentations to community, political, and governmental bodies regarding state environmental legislation and regulation.
Contributes to press releases, newsletters, flyers, social media, etc. to keep Sierra Club membership and the general public informed.
Conducts research needed to achieve objectives of legislative and regulatory campaigns.
Works closely with the Chapter Director, Communications Manager, and other staff to ensure that the message of Sierra Club is accurately and favorably represented to the media, including in Spanish-language press.
Engages in outreach to diverse allies and communities to help develop a stronger base of support for Sierra Club California positions. Leads key coalitions on behalf of Sierra Club California and in furtherance of Sierra Club’s goals. Ensures alignment on issue areas across Sierra Club California, local chapters, and national staff.
As needed, participates in donor and foundation solicitation and cultivation, including meeting with funders and preparation of funder presentation, proposals, and reports.
Stays abreast of latest news, particularly in issue areas of responsibility.
Recruits and works with interns as needed.
Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

The successful candidate must have the following skills and experience:

Experience analyzing and advocating for environmental, and environmental justice policies, especially those related to water, conservation and wildlife.
Highly developed communication skills, with a focus on communicating effectively across different groups of stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple important priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of effectiveness.
Knowledge of California political and environmental landscape.
Demonstrated ability and effectiveness working with volunteers, regulatory agencies, and public officials.
Committed to evolution. You are committed to continuously deepening and evolving your own understanding of systems of oppression through study, openness, and humility. And you easily recognize your own relationship to privilege and power, examining and shifting your behaviors as appropriate.
Uplifting and additive. You see mistakes as opportunities for growth; problems as catalysts for solutions, and inspire others along the journey. You carry a constructive approach, can-do attitude, a sense of humor, and authentic kindness wherever you go.

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

Demonstrated issue area expertise in water, conservation and wildlife issues
Experience supervising or coordinating work of others.
Demonstrated and progressive experience leading in lobbying, building campaign plans, building coalitions, organizing grassroots campaigns, and public speaking.

LCEA seeks a motivated, creative, skilled and experienced Campaign Organizer, who is passionate about economic, climate and environmental justice to engage grassroots organizations in advancing the movement to democratize energy.

Organizing responsibilities include:

● Lead and participate in coalitions and alliances to advocate for policies and practices that democratize energy and bring equity to low-income communities; communities of color and other diverse stakeholders.

● Help strategize our advocacy for energy democracy with our local community choice energy public non-profit agency, Ava Community Energy (formerly East Bay Community Energy).

● Mobilize allies to attend and make comments at government agency public hearings such as Ava Community Energy, California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), or other local, regional and state agencies or city government (virtual and in-person).

● Grow the awareness of energy democracy through community outreach and recruit new organizations to sign-on to LCEA’s position documents and letters and mobilize organizations for key agency meetings and/or other campaign related activities.

● Participate in meetings, such as: LCEA Staff meetings, meetings with allied organizations, public agency staff, elected officials and/or other decision makers.

● Assist in research and development of written documents, webinars, press releases, and other collateral.

● Lead community outreach, conduct workshops and organize events.

● Work with the collective LCEA team, paid and volunteer staff, and also volunteers and supporters (hybrid work environment – regular virtual meetings and some in-person).

Qualifications:

● Basic knowledge of clean energy work areas like building decarbonization and electrification, energy efficiency, solar and storage microgrids, community resilience hubs and other energy solutions.

● A passion for environmental justice and equity in clean energy solutions to address both local pollution & global climate change.

● Experience in organizing local, regional and/or state-wide grassroots advocacy campaigns and mobilizations.

● Experience working with low-income communities; communities of color and other diverse stakeholders.

● Experience with public speaking, media communications and popular education.

● Excellent campaign facilitation, strategizing, planning and organizing.

● Responsible, organized, detail-oriented, energetic, and creative.

● Experience with regular use of Zoom, Google Drive; Docs, Sheets, Slides etc, ActionNetwork and Canva.

● Good written, verbal communications and people skills, in-person, virtual and on the phone.

●Ability to self-start projects, respond rapidly to emerging issues, manage multiple projects simultaneously, work independently and collaboratively with LCEA team and allies.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):
● Experience in a collective team work environment.
● Knowledge of Community Choice energy.
● Bilingual in English and Spanish (or other common community language).
● Experience in social media communications.
● Valid Driver’s License and access to car.

The position is 40 hours per week at $35/hour and includes health, dental and other benefits. The Campaign Organizer will work in close collaboration with other members of the team virtually, some Oakland office days and is based in Alameda County or San Joaquin County (City of Tracy, Stockton, Lathrop or unincorporated county). A 40 hour week schedule is $72,800 annually including benefits. Willing to negotiate if the applicant prefers to work less than 40 hours per week. Positions with at least 30 hours a week are considered full-time and include health, dental and other benefits.

The Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) — one of Michigan’s largest, most impactful political advocacy organizations tackling drinking water contamination, the rapidly-worsening impacts of climate change, and efforts to undermine our access to the ballot — is seeking a full-time Voting Rights Manager to lead voter education and election protection work in the city of Detroit and other key metro communities as part of our exciting and fast-paced Democracy For All team. This position also supervises our voter turnout work and leads partner engagement, youth programming, and voting rights communications. The Voting Rights Manager additionally manages day-to-day activities necessary to successfully accomplish program-wide goals.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced community organizer with strong background in running on-the-ground canvassing or site-based engagement teams. This position offers the opportunity to cultivate and maintain community relationships and manage a team of organizers and/or interns. This position, alongside a team of tenacious colleagues, will advocate for strong environmental and voting rights protections, and build and amplify the voices of communities of color and other key constituencies who are disproportionately impacted by environmental issues and voter suppression.

Job Responsibilities

This position reports to the Voting Rights Manager, is ideally based in the Detroit metro area, and is responsible for the following:

Educate, engage, and empower our community to turn presidential-year voters into every-election voters in collaboration with partners, canvassers, youth interns, and volunteers.
Manage our 313 Votes direct voter contact program, including staff and interns, by providing regular feedback, innovating ways to enthusiastically engage them, and holding them accountable for goals.
Recruit, hire, and train Organizers, Canvassers, or other staff potentially in coordination with employment vendors, as needed.
Cultivate relationships with trusted community institutions in Detroit — including churches, schools, neighborhood block clubs, social-service groups, barber shops, local businesses, and more — to support site-based voter registration and engagement work.
Support planning and execution of “Parties at the Polls” and other celebratory events during early voting to increase turnout and ensure more people participate.
Support the execution of community-centered events like town halls, candidate forums, and focus groups that center hyper-local issues relevant to Detroiters.
Lead on relational organizing efforts, including but not limited to the recruitment and training of Precinct Captains to serve as local voting ambassadors.
Attend, organize, and/or lead voting rights coalition meetings across Michigan to build relationships, identify opportunities for engagement, and advance the goals of MLCV’s programs.
Support the development of virtual engagement including but not limited to social media and newsletter content and the development of the 313 Votes brand, along with the Democracy for All and Communications teams.
Track and report data to measure our progress related to voting rights programming.
Ensure the program is executed with the highest standard of quality control, professionalism, and appropriate long-range perspective.
Participating in all Michigan LCV political election work — doing the hard work of campaigning, which means door-to-door field canvassing, text and phone banking, and/or attending campaign events

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who excel at building genuine relationships, are natural problem solvers, and are looking to become long-term community leaders. You should be/have:

A deep connection to your community and a commitment to addressing the local democracy, land, air, and water issues impacting the metro area.
Creative, motivated leader with at least 4 years of experience in community, electoral, labor, or similar organizing, especially experience related to running door-to-door canvasses or site-based operations.
Experience managing staff members or volunteers who represent a rich mix of people across race, gender, sexual orientation, and other group identities.
Highly organized, goal-driven, and detail-oriented self-starter who takes initiative, provides effective management, and can complete projects independently or collaboratively as needed.
Excellent planning, priority-setting, and time management skills and ability to anticipate and plan ahead for potential challenges.
Experience working with coalitions and developing partnerships to advance shared goals.
Experience working with a variety of database systems; including Microsoft Excel and Voter Activation Network (VAN).
Experience organizing in BIPOC communities or within Detroit neighborhoods and institutions.
Strong understanding of relational organizing tools (e.g., Reach, Empower, etc.) and their role in voter engagement strategy.
Proven ability to build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, businesses, and stakeholders.
Experience planning or supporting community-based events.
Familiarity with digital organizing tactics, including social media strategy, voter education messaging, or influencer partnerships.
Comfort training and mentoring youth or intern teams, particularly in the context of voter engagement.
A deep understanding of the social and structural barriers facing voters in municipal elections, especially in underrepresented communities.
Ability to work 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM on weekdays during non-election seasons, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM during election seasons, with flexibility and willingness to work other evenings and weekends, as needed.
Reliable access to transportation for travel across the state and a cell phone to use for work purposes as well as the ability to participate in campaign activities, either phone banking or canvassing.
Cultural Competence:
Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity and the ability to learn and build on varying community norms.
Ability to make authentic relationships across differences.
Understanding of how environmental and voting rights issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S.
Familiarity with the complexity of issues and obstacles facing communities’ of color participation in U.S. democracy.
Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture.

The Water Policy Advisor elevates The Nature Conservancy’s Colorado conservation goals by engaging in water policy initiatives and strategic partnerships across the state and Colorado River Basin. This role will work closely with the Colorado External Affairs team, as well as coalitions, government agencies, Tribal Nations, elected officials, and other partners. You will engage in projects and campaigns related to freshwater conservation, healthy rivers, climate change, biodiversity, agriculture, watershed management, and forest health. As the subject matter expert on water policy issues, you will steer policy development, advocacy, and implementation. This role will also aid TNC Colorado’s efforts to advance inclusive conservation and policy.

The Water Policy Advisor plans, implements and coordinates programs across teams to affect public policy to further the Conservancy’s water conservation goals. You will build and facilitate internal networks and coordinate strategic engagement and communications with diverse audiences. This role will develop strategic partnerships with relevant agencies, conservation organizations, and industry to advance the organization’s conservation agenda.

This role is a full-time, three-year, term-limited position. Please include a cover letter with your application; applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

The equivalent combination of a Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of related experience
Experience working on Colorado, Colorado River, and/ or Western water issues, particularly related to drought resilience, water scarcity, or healthy rivers.
Experience with policy analysis and advocacy.
Experience cultivating and sustaining relationships with varied partners including Tribal Nations, elected officials, utility or industry organizations, non-profits and/or government agencies.
Experience in designing, implementing, and directing multiple complex projects and ensuring program accountability.
Can communicate clearly via written, spoken, and visual means in English.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Multi-language skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Familiarity with Colorado River and Western water management frameworks and multi-state water compacts.
Experience working with NGOs, advocacy groups, or coalitions on water-related issues.
Advanced degree in public policy, law, water resources, or related fields.
Familiarity with social, economic, and political conditions and issues in Colorado and / or the Colorado River Basin.
Knowledge of Tribal water rights and relevant laws, treaties, and policies that affect Tribal Nations and Indigenous people and communities in Colorado.

Salary Range: $88,000 to $93,000

Location: Boulder, Colorado, United States

Type of Position: Hybrid

NRDC is seeking a Policy Advocate to join the Northeast Regional team of the Climate and Energy Program. Our team is committed to transitioning to a clean energy economy and addressing energy and environmental inequities through partnership, building the environmental movement and ambitious, effective policies. This position will be an integral part of the program’s advocacy success and requires: a commitment to advancing a just, equitable, and sustainable clean energy future in New Jersey; working collaboratively and in a team-based setting with both internal and external partners; the ability to represent NRDC with decision-makers and in the media and other public forums with credibility and enthusiasm; and, the willingness to travel to Trenton and other NJ localities to advance NRDC’s policy goals. The position will be based in New York City or in New Jersey with an expectation to travel to NRDC’s NYC office on occasion for team meetings, etc., as needed.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

Serve in a leadership role to develop, build support for, and advance a broad portfolio of equitable climate and clean energy policies, including power sector decarbonization, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and transportation and building electrification.
Build durable partnerships and collaborate with state clean energy coalitions and a network of allies, including the environmental community, environmental justice organizations, frontline and community groups most impacted by environmental injustices, utilities, consumer and low-income advocates, labor, the faith community, and clean energy businesses.
Develop and nurture relationships with state decision-makers and elected officials;
Provide written and oral advocacy to further NRDC’s priorities with the New Jersey legislature, the executive branch, the Board of Public Utilities and state agencies;
Conduct policy research and analysis to develop and support positions;
Represent NRDC at conferences and serve as the key New Jersey spokesperson in the press for NRDC’s climate and clean energy mission, including partnering with the Communications team to respond to media requests and develop advocacy materials to amplify NRDC’s message;
Collaborate with a multi-faceted internal team of policy, campaign, and communications experts to advance a diverse portfolio of policy initiatives.
In partnership with the Climate and Energy department’s Regional Director, Northeast and other staff, set strategic goals and priorities, budgets, and timelines; effectively manage the state budget; and deploy consultants and partners to meet project timelines and objectives.
Be a central part of a strong and collegial team that is focused on collaboration, approaches advocacy with innovation and optimism, and is committed to leveraging the full range of expertise within NRDC and among its partners to drive change.

The above list of duties is not comprehensive but generally demonstrates the types of matters under this position’s responsibility. Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications

Minimum Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree (or an equivalent combination of education and direct experience) required. Law degree, master’s degree or other related advanced degree (Law degree preferred) preferred.
4+ years of work experience related to energy, climate, or environmental policy, with a preference for experience in New Jersey.
Experience intervening in utility commission and related regulatory proceedings is preferable.
Experience navigating diverse stakeholders, building consensus on policy issues, and driving toward positive outcomes within a team, in a coalition, and with other external partners – particularly with partners that reach beyond the traditional environmental community.
Experience building and cultivating relationships within administrative, regulatory, or legislative fora.
Demonstrated success managing projects and engaging in public advocacy

Skills, Abilities, Competencies

A sense of mission and passion for public interest and environmental advocacy
Broad-based interest in climate and clean energy work, including the ability to quickly get up to speed on NRDC’s policy priorities
Ability to represent NRDC with maturity, judgment and professionalism
Strong oral and written advocacy skills, including a willingness to represent NRDC in a variety of public forums and in the media
Willingness and ability to register as a state lobbyist
Flexibility to travel to Trenton, NJ, as well as to NRDC’s NYC office and other U.S offices and locations as needed.
Commitment to NRDC’s mission, values, and DEI principles

The Western Environmental Law Center is a leading nonprofit, public-interest environmental law firm rooted in the landscapes and communities of the western U.S. Founded in 1993, WELC has been celebrated as an Outside Magazine Best Place to Work for the last five consecutive years, Oregon Business Magazine Best Nonprofit, Law360 Environmental Group of the Year, and Better Business Bureau Torch Award winner for ethics.

We envision a thriving western U.S., abundant with protected and interconnected ecosystems, powered by renewable energy, and cared for by communities brought together in an ecology of kinship. We embrace a collaborative, team-based approach to foster the trust, belonging, and dignity essential to a healthy organization and to relationship-based advocacy that builds power for transformative change.

We seek to retain either a Staff Attorney (6-12 years of experience) or Senior Attorney (13+ years of experience) to join our team. We strongly encourage people of color, persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ+ applicants, and people of diverse lived experience to apply.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Climate & Energy Program Attorney is an exempt, full-time position. The central focus of this position is strategic, legal, and policy advocacy centered on the confluence of the climate crisis with the federal public lands fossil fuels program and the Western U.S.’ transition from fossil fuels to a renewables-powered future. The position’s responsibilities will be allocated among the following core areas:

Litigation and administrative engagement pertaining to federal public lands fossil fuel planning, leasing, infrastructure, and drilling approvals (0.6 FTE).
Engagement in federal and state-level climate, fossil fuels, public lands, and energy transition legislation, rulemaking, and policymaking (0.4 FTE).

The Attorney, in working in these areas, will work to advance equity, inclusion, and justice imperatives identified in cooperation with partners and allies, including frontline and energy-dependent communities. While focused on federal advocacy, the Attorney will also coordinate with WELC’s state-level advocacy in New Mexico, with an eye towards opportunities that may arise in other states.

Given the dynamic moment we find ourselves in, this position’s focus and time allocations will necessarily evolve in response to changing political, scientific, social, and economic circumstances and opportunities consistent with specific organizational strategies. Further, and as with all WELC positions, this position is flexibly designed to accommodate a successful candidate’s distinctive skills, experiences, and interests to further and complement WELC’s strategic climate focus. WELC’s organizational and strategic direction is not “top down,” but is informed precisely by the individual qualities of its staff.

Accordingly, the Attorney will be encouraged and supported to identify and advance opportunities to shape WELC’s organizational and strategic direction, to share perspectives, and to be a trusted and respected leader in their field and within their scope of work. The Attorney will support and coordinate with WELC leadership, development, communications, and finance staff, as well as represent WELC in public and private settings. The Attorney will also participate in retreats, trainings, and other organizational events.

To fulfill this position’s responsibilities, the Attorney may provide a full range of legal services on behalf of WELC, including litigation, policy advocacy, and administrative action. To assist in these efforts, the Attorney will stay apprised of relevant law, policy, social, and other developments. The Attorney will work collaboratively with staff across the organization, as well as with partner organizations and clients.

The Attorney is a normal 40-hour week position based out of any of WELC’S existing offices or, potentially, a remote home office in the western U.S., primarily working during Monday to Friday business hours, though some night and weekend hours may be required at times, depending on organizational and advocacy needs. Limited travel is required, averaging a total of 2-3 weeks per year, including some overnight and weekend travel. The position also involves standard office physical demands. WELC will provide all reasonable accommodations to the extent possible or required pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are keenly interested in considering a range of applicants with diverse lived experiences who approach the world with kindness, empathy, imagination, and vision. We will happily consider applicants who offer an equivalent or alternative set of qualifications to fulfill this position’s responsibilities, apart from the first two qualifications set forth below, which are mandatory.

Law degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to and good standing with a U.S. state bar or willingness and ability to obtain membership to a U.S. state bar where the attorney is located at the earliest opportunity.
Lived experience within or past work experience in partnership with people and communities of diverse backgrounds and experience, particularly in the western U.S.
Six to 12 years attorney experience if applying for the staff attorney position, and 13+ years attorney experience if applying for the senior attorney position.
Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
Experience with and knowledge of federal climate, fossil fuels, and public lands issues, as well as an interest in and understanding of science and its interplay with climate, fossil fuels, public lands, communities, and public health is important.
Ability and willingness to act as a lead attorney on cases and projects and use a complete set of legal advocacy tools including litigation, policy, and administrative advocacy.
A commitment to conceptualizing and implementing legal strategies that further equity, inclusion, and justice, including through the just treatment and meaningful involvement of clients, partners, and frontline community groups and individuals.
Dynamic and empathetic skills to foster relationships with partners, clients, agency staff, and community members. Demonstrated ability to work in complex, potentially high-conflict, multi- dimensional arenas involving a broad array of organizations and interests.
Eagerness to mentor, support, and help develop newer attorneys, and a self-awareness, motivation, and desire to seek opportunities for your own growth and development.
An interest in and understanding of science and other technical fields and their interplay with public interest environmental law.
Ability to work independently and proactively, including a willingness to be flexible and adaptive when needed.
Desire to work on and contribute to a team. This includes learning from others, giving and receiving support and feedback, and active, constructive engagement in organizational discussions to advance the organization’s mission and contribute to its cohesion.
Highly organized and intellectually curious.
Demonstrated commitment to WELC’s mission and strategies and the public interest as well as a love for the land, waters, wildlife, and communities of the western U.S.

As a trusted partner and leader in providing energy and sustainability consulting services to the federal government, Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC) understands the increasing complexity of achieving energy security and climate resilience in a changing world. As part of the Energy, Resilience and Sustainability (ERS) Division, you will collaborate with experts to provide comprehensive policy, planning, and implementation services to deliver solutions that address critical infrastructure resilience and security issues and support the military mission, while reducing environmental impacts. We take our role seriously, as our efforts ensure our installations and assets are prepared in any operating environment, present and future.

The ERS Division is seeking a qualified and proactive candidate to work collaboratively with our senior Air Force clients to identify and develop energy and water programs, projects, and initiatives that can translate strategic goals into actionable solutions. As an Energy Policy Analyst, you will work closely with clients and other CTC staff to find the best solutions to advance energy and water resilience by applying both technical skills and sound policy analysis. This is a hybrid position located in the Washington, D.C area, with the flexibility to work from home while participating in some in-person client and team discussions at or near CTC’s Crystal City office. Some travel is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Support ongoing energy/water resilience efforts, with the objective of translating those processes and lessons learned into implementable frameworks and projects.
Research potential alternative energy procurement opportunities and emerging technologies for onsite generation, in alignment with energy resilience goals.
Compile and analyze data on electricity and water usage to help achieve enterprise-wide goals.
Translate lessons learned into policies and strategies focused on improving installation energy resilience and achieving federal energy and water targets.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, science, public policy, management, or related discipline with three to ten (3-10) years of relevant experience; Master’s Degree preferred.
Proven experience in federal installation, environmental, and energy issues.
Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and relationships of Congress, the Department of the Air Force and other DoD organizations.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to apply inter-personal skills and act as a liaison between organizations.
Ability and confidence to work closely with Air Force senior leaders.
Detail-oriented with ability to produce high-quality results.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Capacity to collaborate in a team setting and work independently to meet objectives.
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Common Access Card (CAC)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Defense appropriations and authorization committees or government consulting.
Proven experience in federal installation, environmental, and energy issues.
Knowledge of Air Force task management procedures and systems.
Possession of excellent data gathering, analytical, problem-solving, and client service skills

The Southern Environmental Law Center is hiring a Legal Assistant and Office Administrator to join our Birmingham, AL. office. Reporting to SELC’s Regional Administrator, this individual will handle administrative and legal support responsibilities for our dynamic Alabama office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful, nationally recognized organization that is effectively addressing some of the most pressing and challenging environmental issues throughout the South and the nation.

SELC has a hybrid work model that offers employees flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.
Primary Responsibilities:

The Legal Assistant and Office Administrator will assume a diverse set of administrative and legal/litigation support duties, including:

Sets annual office budget, tracks quarterly spending with the Office Director, and manages office accounting duties.
Maintains the office calendar and relays information about new policies, procedures, guidelines, and technology updates to staff.
Coordinates summer interns, assists with new staff onboarding, and arranges local events.
Provides general administrative support which includes printing, copying, scanning, and mailing. Arranges travel; submits and tracks invoices for payment.
Shares responsibility for taking minutes during staff meetings, answering the main phone line, and fielding, documenting and processing cold calls.
Serves as a primary contact with landlords, business vendors, and maintenance staff.
Provides legal support to SELC attorneys, which may include preparing and submitting court filings in state/federal courts and utility commissions, preparing and submitting comment letters to federal and state agencies, researching local court rules, proofreading and editing written materials, and other litigation support tasks.
Maintains files including pleadings, transcripts, memos, and correspondence; computes and calendars court deadlines.
Reviews citations and verifies citations to the record.
Assists with the logistical and evidentiary preparations for judicial and administrative proceedings (including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials).
Assists in the collection and review of documents and records obtained through public records requests.
Handles complex discovery productions in e-discovery software.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combined education and experience.
Professional experience in an office setting.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively, convey information clearly, and build positive working relationships.
Excellent time management skills and sound judgment in prioritizing tasks, knowing when to work independently and when to seek guidance or clarification.

Desired Qualifications:

Two years of litigation support experience or four years of office administration and operations support experience.
Experience with e-discovery tools or legal document management tools. Experience with Logikcull and/or NetDocuments is a plus.
A genuine interest in and commitment to helping SELC create and foster an equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the rich racial and cultural diversity of our region.