Job Tag: Law/Policy

Environment America is a policy and action group that tackles the most profound problem of our time: a way of living that is depleting and destabilizing the natural world. Our federal legislative director will lead our work in Washington, DC to advocate for new laws in Congress and defend federal environmental protections.

You’ll work together with leaders at Environment America, our 30 state offices and The Public Interest Network with decades of experience getting real results for our environment.
Key Responsibilities
Environment America’s Federal Legislative Director will spearhead our work to advance our policy goals in Washington, DC. This position requires excellent judgment and discretion and the ability to oversee significant projects. Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

Strategy: Develop and advance our federal policy agenda, including our work to protect wildlife and wild places, expand clean, renewable energy and defend environmental protections, such as the Clean Water Act.
Advocacy: Lobby Congress and the federal government on our policy priorities. Advocate for our positions and persuade decision makers to act, while developing collaborative relationships with legislators and congressional staff on both sides of the aisle.
Coalition Building: Reach out to a broad range of organizations and constituency groups across the political spectrum to demonstrate support for our campaign goals. Run weekly or monthly coalition meetings with groups that have committed to work together on our campaigns.
Media and Visibility: Get coverage for our campaigns and vision in the media and other channels in order to educate and motivate our supporters and decision-makers. Write press releases, op-eds, and letters to the editor; meet with reporters and hold press events; maintain an active social media presence for our campaigns.
Fundraising: Earn support for your program from foundations and individual donors.
Build the team: Recruit, hire and manage more junior advocates and interns to make more progress on our campaigns.

Qualifications
You are:

Passionate about the environment and using the power of grassroots organizing to win campaigns.
A campaign advocate, grassroots organizer, lobbyist or legislative staffer or with at least 5 years of experience. Advanced degrees may count toward experience.
An effective communicator with excellent writing and public speaking skills. Experience getting traditional and digital media coverage in previous work is a plus.
Creative and effective at solving complex problems; a strategic thinker who can take advantage of new opportunities.
A team leader with a track record of recruiting people and improving performance, or the skills to do so; willing and interested in working with people who think differently than you.
Well-organized and able to make plans for long-term success, across multiple priorities.
A hard worker, willing to spend hours calling activists or monitoring middle-of-the-night Senate votes to win your campaigns.

Central Park is one of the world’s most famous and beloved public spaces. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in 1858, the 843-acre Park was the country’s first purpose-built public park and is a National Historic Landmark and a New York Scenic Landmark. The Central Park Conservancy, a private, not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1980 to rescue the Park, which had fallen into serious disrepair. Since then, the Conservancy has overseen the investment of over $1.6 billion in the restoration of the Park, which now hosts over 40 million visitors a year.

The Conservancy is one of the largest and most successful public private partnerships in New York City and is considered a major civic institution given its impact on the health and vibrancy of both the Park and the City. The Conservancy’s mission is to preserve and celebrate Central Park as a sanctuary from urban life. The City of New York has formally entrusted the care of the Park to the Conservancy which is responsible for every aspect of its care, including landscape maintenance, capital improvements, and the visitor experience. The Conservancy employs roughly 400 people and has an annual operating budget of $100 million.

The Position

The Central Park Ranger provides support to Conservancy staff by monitoring and assisting in all aspects of Park use by visitors and concessionaires, and through establishing cooperative relationships with Park users. This role ensures compliance with Park policies and practices and works closely with user groups and surrounding communities to motivate Park stewardship. This position collaborates with field staff across Operations as well as with City agencies, including but not limited to the Department of Parks and Recreation, New York Police Department, and Emergency Services.

Essential Duties

Assist in developing and implementing management plans for safe and appropriate Park use.
Provide daily support to field staff managing Park use; address and resolve space-use conflicts.
Respond to emergency situations as they occur in the park.
Cultivate and maintain positive and cooperative relationships with the public and surrounding communities.
Communicate with ease and diplomacy across all staff levels and with park patrons.
Specialize in all matters, policies, and procedures of NYC Park Rules and Regulation; educate Park visitors about proper use of landscapes and park features.
Track and compile Park use statistics.
Addresses ongoing homeless activities and reports to other agencies and organizations.
Review permit applications; maintain data and maps necessary to organize permitted activities
Conduct regular site visits to permitted event areas and landscapes.
Provide a security presence at CPC events, facilities, and programs as assigned
Demonstrate knowledge of Central Park’s history and landmarks and share information with Park patrons, contractors, and vendors.
Conduct check-ins at Conservancy visitor centers and public programs.
Attend park operations meetings and external agency meetings as necessary.
Participate in community relations outreach and stewardship programs and campaigns.
Report on all issues and concerns related to in-park concessions.
Although not part of day-to-day tasks, the Central Park Ranger may be called upon to perform other operations tasks as needed and/or required by the department or organization.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college in a related field;
1-3 years of experience working with the public, Park Operations, or a field related to community relations.
Education and/or experience equivalent to #1 above. However, all candidates must have demonstrated the ability to work well and collaborate with others.
Excellent organizational, planning, time management, and communication skills.
Valid Drivers’ License that must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Abilities

Ability to provide both oral and written communication that is easily understood and direct in its content.
Ability to engage in critical thinking skills that allow for prioritizing issues, coordinating multiple projects, and solving problems.
Knowledge of computer equipment and Microsoft Office applications; proficiency in Word and Outlook
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
Ability to make critical decisions and manage emergency situations.
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions year-round.
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and to perform heavy physical labor.

Salary range: $56K to $72K (based on level of experience).

Waste Management (WM), a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and waste-based energy production projects.

I. Job Summary
Using established procedures under close supervision, administers and assists in implementing Environmental Protection (EP) programs in assigned districts within a Market Area. Serves as district EP contact to assist field operations personnel and management with technical guidance on EP topics and regulatory environments. Monitors and investigates compliance status providing training and to site and district management and operations personnel.

Generally, this position is responsible for districts within a Market Area.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.

Prepares, reviews and submits required environmental reports for internal and external audiences as required. Maintain EP data tracking system databases (Cycle, Dakota Tracer) and provides company related reporting.
Communicates and implements the Corporate EP program policies and strategies within assigned districts. Serves as districts EP contact regarding incident notifications, environmental issues and permit applications.
Monitors and records site operations and engineering efforts to maintain compliance. Investigates and assesses the regulatory findings and analysis and prepares related documents. Identifies local, state and federal regulatory impacts to operations.
Plans, organizes and secures related environmental permits and other regulatory approvals. Prepares related documentation.
Responsible for developing, coordinating and overseeing district EP testing, investigations, assessments, guidance and reporting.
May administer customer waste and special waste disposal approvals.

III. Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities are required.

IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (accredited) in Environmental Science or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma, GED or High School Equivalency and four (4) years of relevant work experience.
Experience: One (1) year of previous experience (in addition to education requirements).

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

Requires knowledge of regulatory environment as it applies to environmental protection and compliance.

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

MS Office familiarity, general computer acumen and ability to learn to utilize other job-related technical software. Familiarity with statistical methods. Research skills. A working knowledge of the company’s operations and business hierarchy.

V. Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Normal setting for this job is: office setting and/or landfill/outdoor.

The expected base pay range for this office/on-site position is $65,800 – $75.800. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

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.

The University of Southern Maine’s Department of Environmental Science and Policy is seeking part-time instructor applicants to teach our Environmental Risk Assessment and Management (ESP 375) for our Fall 2025 semester, beginning September 1st.

Environmental Risk Assessment and Management (ESP 375) – The focus of this course is to provide students with competency in quantitative human health risk assessment-an organized, multidisciplinary approach to evaluating scientific data by studying basic toxicology and fate and transport of contaminants using generally accepted principles and terminology used in the field. Students will also study the scientific, political, social, ethical, and economic dimensions of managing risks.

We are seeking a student-focused instructor who will be responsible for the full delivery and grading of the course. Responsibilities include developing the course, teaching, assessing student performance, and meeting with students as needed. The instructor will be provided with the course learning objectives, program competencies, and suggested topical outline and will be given a previous course syllabus available for reference.

Required Qualifications:

Graduate degree completed or near completion, with at least one degree related to environmental policy, environmental science or a related field.
Teaching experience preferred but not required.

The Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) and the ELM Action Fund (ELM AF) advocate for policy and build political power to meet the scale and urgency of our environmental challenges. We are seeking a visionary and strategic leader for New England for Offshore Wind (NE4OSW), a collaborative, broad-based coalition advancing responsible offshore wind as clean, reliable, affordable, American energy. The Sr. Director of Offshore Wind will also be an integral member of a collegial and effective 23-person team. Read our purpose, mission, vision, and values for ELM and the ELM Action Fund.

The Senior Director of Offshore Wind will provide strategic vision and leadership for
policy and politics and lead ELM and NE4OSW to ensure that New England harnesses these renewable resources in a timely and responsible way.

Responsibilities:
Vision & Leadership

Lead strategic offshore wind advocacy across New England; lead regular review and refinement of priorities and direct resources to the most cost effective and high-impact opportunities for policy and political progress.

Identify and pursue emerging opportunities, partnerships, and priorities in offshore wind development, transmission planning and cost allocation, community engagement, and key infrastructure

Stay ahead of political, policy, and market dynamics at the federal, state, and local levels.

Build ELM and NE4OSW’s stature, reach, reputation and influence. Effectively engage key stakeholders by serving as a public spokesperson and thought leader in the press, on social media, and at events.

Lead and advise strategic communications campaigns in collaboration with the Offshore Wind Communications team and other communications consultants and resources.

Collaborate with ELM Policy & Regulatory Affairs Team and ELM Action Fund Political Team to advance offshore wind through state-level climate, clean energy, and electoral efforts.

Evaluate and prioritize opportunities for political and electoral impact in other New England states and support those efforts when appropriate.

In partnership with the Development Team, engage with and inspire foundations and major donors. Cultivate, steward and grow funding relationships.

Coalition Strategy & Power

Drive strategy and vision of 100+ member New England for Offshore Wind coalition (NE4OSW)

Manage and mentor the Coalition Manager; support building alignment and consensus among the diverse coalition members across the six New England states—including environmental NGOs, labor, business, EJ groups, and academic institutions

Represent ELM and NE4OSW in public forums, coalition meetings, and policymaker briefings

Develop tactical advocacy campaigns, policy recommendations, and legislative strategies to advance offshore wind and transmission efforts

Policy & Advocacy

Design and refine policy proposals for offshore wind permitting, transmission, energy storage, and markets

Advise and drive regulatory strategies, in collaboration with ELM’s Clean Grid Director and other key regulatory advocates and stakeholders

Monitor regulatory and legislative activity; respond rapidly to emerging opportunities and challenges

Draft compelling and persuasive advocacy, including sign-on letters and public comments

Leadership & Staff Management

Lead a team of 2+ staff (including Coalition Manager and a to-be-hired Community Engagement Manager) and consultants

Build a collaborative, mission-driven team culture focused on innovation, clear strategic priorities, responsiveness, and effectiveness

Qualifications:
Required

Infectious enthusiasm for the missions of ELM and NE4OSW

Deep subject-matter expertise related to offshore wind

Strong teamwork, leadership, and management skills; ability to delegate, mentor, and coach to empower a team

Passion for people and coalition work

Experience balancing competing priorities and building consensus

Keen and practiced political instincts

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including ability to develop and deliver presentations to engage key stakeholders and articulate complex ideas clearly, accurately, and concisely

Collaborative, “all-hands-on-deck” orientation around getting work done

Commitment to integrating racial justice and equity into ELM and NE4OSW’s work and to ensuring
an inclusive organizational culture

Preferred

Understanding of New England states’ legislatures, Administrations, and political landscapes

A deep network of connections related to offshore wind, solar, transmission, and storage policy, as well as energy markets and clean energy regulation

Experience interacting with funders and preparing grant proposals and reports

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary range of $110,000-$130,000, depending on experience. ELM provides generous paid time off, health and dental insurance, Health Savings Account, and a 403(b) retirement plan with organizational match.

This full-time role requires occasional morning and evening commitments outside of the standard 9-5 office hours. This position is based in Boston, MA and will require periodic travel to meet with key stakeholders within New England. ELM supports a hybrid work environment.

The mission of the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.

The Director of the Division of Water within the Energy and Environment Cabinet serves the Cabinet Secretary as the agency representative for the administration, policy development, and strategic leadership of the federal and environmental protection programs related to water.

This position manages sustainable water programs including drinking water, wastewater, surface water, and groundwater. The Director will be responsible for effectively managing these programs to meet the goals of safeguarding public health, the environment, and economic sustainability in the Commonwealth.

The Director will collaborate with federal, state and local stakeholders to coordinate water infrastructure investment, promote regulatory compliance, address emerging issues, and challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

Management of day-to-day operations of the Division to ensure efficient and effective regulatory compliance, permitting, and assistance to utilities, industries, and local governments.
Identify and propose solutions related to statewide water policy and advise the Cabinet Secretary regarding changes and developments.
Provide consistent and clear communication to Cabinet leadership and Division of Water staff to ensure the Division operates in alignment with federal programs (e.g., EPA, Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act) and state priorities.
Work collaboratively with all agencies within the Cabinet to accomplish the collective goals and mission of the Cabinet.
Mentor Division staff to develop and support strong management and leadership skills with the goal of succession planning and division sustainability.
Communicate to the Cabinet Secretary developing emergencies involving water systems, including natural disasters, contamination events, and infrastructure failure.
Collaborate with other federal and state response agencies to address water related emergencies.

Preferred:

Experience managing large budgets and capital programs.
Professional licensure (e.g., PE) or certification (e.g., AWWA, WEF) in water-related disciplines.
Familiarity with developing environmental challenges (emerging contaminants) climate adaptation, cybersecurity for utilities, and digital transformation in water systems.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, civil or environmental engineering, hydrology, public administration, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Experience with and strong knowledge of federal and state regulatory processes and environmental policy. Significant experience in water resource management, utility operations, environmental regulation, or public sector leadership.

Definition

Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff and operations of the Environmental Compliance Division; coordinates and acts as a liaison regionally in matters concerning wastewater, pretreatment, recycled water, stormwater, and groundwater; administers environmental compliance, inspection, and monitoring programs of the Public Works/Engineering Department, which includes water quality monitoring, industrial waste, wastewater, and hazardous materials management programs; oversees database records management processes; provides lead direction to environmental technical personnel; manages the effective use of division resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; provides complex and responsible support to the Director of Public Works/City Engineer in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is an advanced journey level classification responsible for performing the most complex environmental compliance work. Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment. Positions in the classification rely on experience and judgment to ensure efficient and effective servicing function of the assigned program area. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements.

POSITION SNAPSHOT: The Environmental Compliance Manager will lead the Environmental Compliance Division within the Public Works & Engineering Department under the direction of the Director of Public Works/City Engineer. This position is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the daily operations of the Division, while also supervising staff and ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple environmental programs, including wastewater, pretreatment, stormwater, recycled water, Household Hazardous Waste, SB 1383, Used Oil Program, and other related environmental issues.

A typical day for the Environmental Compliance Manager includes coordinating with internal departments such as Finance, Planning, Police, and Building & Safety, as well as working closely with external agencies such as the Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA), utility providers, regional cities and counties, and various state and federal regulatory bodies. The role involves frequent meetings, both internal and regional, to align on environmental compliance strategies and collaborative infrastructure planning.

Daily responsibilities also include monitoring changes in environmental laws and regulations, developing strategies to maintain the City’s compliance, overseeing inspection and reporting activities, managing permit and enforcement processes, and ensuring timely submission of regulatory reports. The Manager provides leadership to technical staff, evaluates operational performance, and facilitates training to maintain high standards of regulatory awareness and safety.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, a thorough understanding of environmental compliance programs, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential. The role requires both technical expertise and sound judgment to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and ensure the City’s environmental programs are efficient, compliant, and aligned with long-term sustainability goals.

Essential Functions

The incumbent must have the ability to:

Plan, manage, and oversee the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Environmental Compliance Division.
Coordinate with regional parties in matters pertaining to wastewater, pretreatment, recycled water, stormwater, and groundwater.
Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; recommend within division policy, appropriate service, and staffing levels; recommend and administer policies and procedures; lead project, set timelines, coordinate work schedules, and assign tasks to appropriate staff and contract personnel.
Participate in the development, administration, and oversight of division budget; determines funding needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; ensures compliance with budgeted funding.
Oversee the recycled water program; assists in developing water resources management strategies related to the recycled water program and system expansion.
Oversee the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System implementation to ensure compliance with county, state, and federal requirements for protection of surface water quality.
Develop preliminary project concept and design; prepares or oversee preparation of engineering plans, specifications, and bid documents for water quality, sewer, storm drain, and recycled water projects.
Analyze hydraulic and technical data to plan for improvement projects.
Develop operating budget, procedures, guidelines, ordinances, resolutions, and service rates necessary for the Environmental Compliance Division including the use of the City’s services and facilities regarding sanitary wastewater, storm water, and recycled water compliance programs.
Assist other departments and divisions and participates in regional environmental program activities.
Ensure staff compliance with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with a variety of audiences.
Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
Sound judgement and attention to detail.
This position is always evolving. Therefore, employer reserves the right to modify this job description as necessary.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required when providing customer service to the public via phone.

Experience and Training Guidelines

A combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The incumbent must have knowledge of:

Principles of providing functional direction and training.
Principles and practices of handling, treating, and disposing of industrial/commercial wastewater.
Federal, state, and local regulations and rules governing treatment of industrial wastewater prior to sewer discharge including the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
Applies principles and practices of budget development and administration, including various budgeting methodologies, to support effective financial planning, monitoring, and reporting.
Handling and disposal procedures for wastewater treatment by-products and other hazardous materials.
General wastewater treatment plant operations and standard safety practices.
Engineering designs for sewer, storm drain, and recycled water projects.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of work assigned.
City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Relevant tools, software, and/or technology used within the role.
Understanding of organizational policies, procedures, and best practices.
Principles and practices of excellent customer service.
Safe work practices, OSHA regulations, and workplace health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

The incumbent must have the ability to:

Plan, organize, and coordinate the work of assigned staff.
Prepare environmental management and incident reports and related correspondence.
Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.
Oversee or implement programs and procedures pertaining to source control, wastewater discharge and collection, and sanitary sewer system management.
Oversee and coordinate the City’s recycled water program.
Interpret, apply, explain, and reach sound decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Prepare and administer budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner.
Prepare or oversee preparation of engineering plans, specifications, and bid documents.
Oversee compliance efforts pursuant to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
Organize and maintain office, specialized, and sensitive files.
Compose routine correspondence from brief instructions.
Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
Understand and follow both oral and written instructions accurately.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. identify issues, evaluate data, and implement effective solutions (problem solving).
Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Work collaboratively with others in a team environment.
Perform tasks accurately and thoroughly, with a focus on quality.
Supervise, motivate, and train team members effectively.
Make sound decisions in a timely manner.
Manage and resolve conflicts or disagreements constructively.

Experience: Five (5) years of extensive combined experience in, environmental administration, and administrative functions related to environmental analysis, education, and wastewater and hazardous materials management, compliance inspection of which three (3) years should be in a supervisory or administrative capacity. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a government or public sector environment.

Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, environmental engineering, sanitary engineering, or a closely related field. Additional years of relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

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

Job Overview

The Paralegal will be a key member of MassCEC’s legal team. In this role, the Paralegal will report to the Deputy General Counsel. They are responsible for various tasks, including managing intake and directing inquiries, reviewing grant agreements with attorney supervision, supporting legal services and operations, taking minutes, and responding to public record requests. The ideal candidate will have experience in reviewing contracts, particularly grant agreements, and working with or for government entities.

Job Duties

The Paralegal will be required to assist the legal department with a full range of legal matters with attorney supervision as appropriate including, but not limited to:

Legal Department Coordination

Serve as the primary point of contact for legal requests, managing intake and directing inquiries to the appropriate legal team member.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding legal processes and procedures.
Prepare and deliver necessary materials to ensure timely and accurate responses to internal and external inquiries.
Support legal services and operations and assist with day-to-day needs of the legal department.

Reviewing Grant Agreements

Review grant agreements with attorney supervision.
Maintain template agreements.

Other Tasks

Provide timely responses to public records requests.

Take minutes during meetings of Board of Directors or committees.

Conduct some legal research for attorneys.
Other tasks as directed by attorneys within the legal department.

Position Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience

3+ years of professional experience.
Experience in contracts, particularly grant agreements.
Experience working with or for government entities preferred.
Experience in legal research and public record requests preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to obtain and review complex information and clearly articulate conclusions and associated recommendations and rationale.
Well-organized and detail-oriented with an outstanding work ethic; should be able to independently manage and successfully prioritize numerous projects under deadline pressure.
Ability to work collaboratively as an effective member of multi-disciplinary project and investments teams.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to develop practical solutions to mitigate risks.
Proactive, client-focused mindset.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Pay: $62,000 – $73,000 per year, dependent on experience and education

Benefits: 457b plan, and matching; Medical coverage and 100% deductible coverage through HRA; Dental coverage; Vision coverage; Life insurance; Paid time off; Parental leave; Tuition Reimbursement; Monthly Remote Work Stipend; Supplemental Retirement plan, and more.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 9-5pm; occasionally work on off hours if required

Work Location: Hybrid; Home and Boston Office

Founded in 2002, the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP) is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that works with 60+ partner groups, its Corporate Council, and its 140,000 members and supporters to guarantee all Americans quality places to hunt and fish. We unite and amplify our partners’ voices by strengthening federal policy and funding around conservation, habitat, and access.

The TRCP is looking for an experienced government affairs professional to join its advocacy team as the Senior Manager of Government Affairs In this position, you will be responsible for lobbying in support of a wide range of natural resource policy issues. This is not an entry level position, and prior experience working on Capitol Hill or advocating before Congress is required.

The Senior Manager will be responsible for developing and participating in campaigns to support the TRCP’s legislative agenda, lobbying Congress and the Administration on conservation priorities and funding and working in a variety of issue-oriented coalitions.

The Senior Manager will report to the Vice President of Government Affairs, coordinate regularly with TRCP’s policy center directors and field staff, and may supervise the work of interns and fellows as appropriate. This position is based out of the TRCP’s Washington, D.C. office; candidates must be able to work in person.

The TRCP offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, cell phone and home internet reimbursement, and ample paid time off.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Managing strategic legislative campaigns to support the TRCP’s priorities in Congress, including on the topics of public lands, fresh water, fisheries, and private lands

Building relationships and representing the TRCP in meetings with members of Congress and congressional staff, and other key federal decisionmakers

Drafting blog posts, fact sheets, talking points, and other outreach and communications materials

Conducting policy research and analysis of legislation moving through Congress, such as the Farm Bill, annual appropriations.

Coordinating with TRCP’s conservation, field, and communications staff to advance policy priorities and develop strategic communications products.

Serving as a TRCP liaison to various partner-based coalitions

Minimum Requirements:

5+ years of experience in the legislative arena, including previous Hill, administration, campaign, or nonprofit experience (2+ years of direct Hill or Administration experience preferred)

Extensive knowledge of the federal legislative process

The ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with congressional staff

Ability to work independently and coordinate multiple priorities within a diverse legislative portfolio

Excellent communications, analytical, writing, and research skills