Job Tag: Law/Policy

The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate solutions by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. For more information on the Alliance, visit www.usclimatealliance.org.

The Associate Policy Director is responsible for working alongside the Policy Director in overseeing the Secretariat’s policy team and shepherding deployment of direct technical and policy assistance to help states and territories develop and implement climate solutions. Specifically, this new position will supervise and support a cohort of policy advisors in advancing climate policies across a subset of the coalition’s policy priority areas; help execute policy team goals; contribute to team members’ growth and development; and directly manage at least one policy priority area. This role will also help develop and steer coalition-wide and multi-state partnerships and initiatives, ensure Working Groups are delivering high-impact results, and facilitate collaboration on comprehensive cross-sector policy solutions that touch on multiple sectors.

The Associate Policy Director reports to the Policy Director and will be expected to work as part of a broader team that includes Alliance states, consultants, and external partners. The position is part of the Energy and Climate team at the United Nations Foundation, which houses the U.S. Climate Alliance Secretariat.

This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule) with consideration for remote work in the contiguous United States.

Essential Functions

Support strategic planning and execution efforts across the Alliance’s policy team.

Work with the Policy Director to ensure Alliance policy priorities and efforts are strategic, responsive to state needs, of additive value to state efforts, and conducted in close collaboration with partner organizations.
Foster collaboration, innovation, and cross-pollination across policy staff, including by supporting the development of comprehensive policy solutions that touch on multiple sectors, facilitating the sharing of lessons learned, and ensuring integration of cross-cutting initiatives throughout the Alliance’s work.
Partner with policy staff to create and execute new multi-state initiatives while ensuring successful implementation of existing partnerships and workstreams.
With the Policy Director and Executive Director, help manage rapid response to emerging, time-sensitive, or disruptive events with implications for climate policy.
Help ensure Alliance policy activities are timely, nimble and strategic.

Supervise a cohort of policy advisors and help lead the Alliance’s policy team.

With the Policy Director, help prepare for and oversee policy team meetings and follow up on action items and deliverables.
Support policy advisors in independently managing their work, seeking help when needed, and identifying opportunities for increased impact, growth, external partnerships, and portfolio diversification as appropriate.
Assist team members in responding to major political shifts, current events at national and state levels, and important moments for governors and the broader climate community.
Provide advice and counsel to policy staff in carrying out their work on behalf of Alliance members, serving as a sounding board and always keeping in mind organization-wide goals, values, and mission.
Conduct regular check-ins, complete performance assessments, set and support individual performance goals, work with staff to resolve issues, and approve leave.

Support broader Alliance development and grant management efforts.

Support sector-based fundraising, including drafting and reviewing proposals, growing relationships with donors, and tracking and reporting progress.
Identify resource gaps and partner with the development team to evaluate prospects and secure additional funds to most effectively meet state needs.
Conduct oversight of agreements that support and advance policy team members’ portfolios and workplans.

Directly manage at least one policy priority area.

Manage engagement with relevant working group(s).
Complete sector-specific annual work plan(s) and conduct policy research, analyze key sector trends, and draft chapters of the Alliance’s annual report that outline progress toward our climate goals.
Contribute to products that help Alliance states improve quantification of opportunities, measure progress toward policy goals, and quantify the co-benefits of action.
Conduct research and analysis and draft material for Alliance products across other sectors as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Selection Criteria

Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience. Master’s degree preferred.
Strong preference may be given to candidates with experience working in, with, or around state-level government.
Previous supervisory or team management experience is preferred.
Demonstrated success in leading strategy implementation to drive results, with a record of seeing processes through from idea to execution.
Understanding of organizational management, talent management, and monitoring and evaluation protocols.
Experience managing active contracts and grant agreements, developing project budgets, and managing vendors.
Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills designed to convey complex material to senior leadership.
Experience in fundraising is preferred.
Proficiency for anticipating and avoiding problems.
Aptitude for grasping and adding value to the organizational vision and mission, helping to develop and deliver on high-level goals and priorities.
Organizational, political, and emotional intelligence and ability to use discretion around sensitive information.
Ability to work well under pressure.

The BlueGreen Alliance (BGA) is a powerful and unified voice for building an economy that addresses climate change, protects the health of people and the environment, eliminates income and racial disparities, and creates and maintains good-paying, union jobs in communities across the country. BGA brings together labor unions and environmental organizations—representing millions of members and supporters—around a shared agenda and enacts change by advocating at the state and federal level; providing education and engaging union members and environmentalists; and communicating the benefits of this shared agenda for working people, their families, and their communities. As a hybrid remote organization with offices in Minneapolis and Washington D.C., BGA strives to build a positive, supportive, and inclusive culture of cohesive teams collaborating across the United States.

Job Summary:

The Colorado Senior State Policy Organizer executes BGA’s program and policy work in Colorado. BGA’s Colorado state table of labor and environmental partners is an active, committed group with ambitious goals and strong member support; the organizer’s primary role is to organize, focus, and drive its collective efforts. Reporting to the Western States Senior Director, the Colorado Senior State Policy Organizer will develop, promote, and implement programs that educate and mobilize Colorado partners to action; build long term alliances to promote clean and efficient energy solutions, reducing transportation, industrial sector and building emissions; and work with labor unions, environmental, and community organizations to effectively support policies that build the clean energy economy in ways that create quality, family-sustaining jobs, and promote shared sustainable prosperity.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement advocacy campaigns that influence state energy, labor, and climate policy;
Build and strengthen relationships with state legislators, policymakers, and agency officials to advance BGA’s policy priorities;
Monitor, analyze, and provide strategic recommendations on state legislative and regulatory developments related to clean energy and workforce policies;
Organize and mobilize labor, environmental, and community partners to advocate for policies that create family-sustaining jobs while reducing emissions;
Plan and facilitate meetings, advocacy events, and public hearings to engage key stakeholders and policymakers;
Represent BGA in coalitions, at the state legislature, and in public forums to promote clean energy solutions and economic justice;
Develop policy briefs, fact sheets, and advocacy materials to educate partners and lawmakers; and
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Policy & Advocacy Expertise: Minimum 3 years of professional experience in policy advocacy, legislative organizing, or government relations—preferably in labor, environmental, or clean energy policy;
Legislative Experience: Demonstrated understanding of the Colorado state legislative process, including experience working with lawmakers, committees, and regulatory agencies;
Relationship Builder: Proven ability to build coalitions, mobilize partners, and drive collective action;
Exceptional Communicator: Skilled in public speaking, lobbying, policy writing, and persuasive advocacy;
Solutions Oriented: Ability to reframe barriers as opportunities and apply creative thinking to identify solutions;
Commitment to Justice & Equity: Strong commitment to economic, racial and environmental justice;
Reliable Collaborator: Ability to work independently while collaborating with a diverse group of stakeholders;
Ability to travel: Reside in the Front Range with the ability to regularly travel throughout Colorado; and
A deep commitment to the mission of the BlueGreen Alliance.

COMPENSATION

A compensation package including competitive salary with annual COLA increases, generous paid time off and 100% employer-funded health benefits is available.

Salary

The salary range is $90,000 – $105,000 annually, exempt. BGA utilizes salary bands to ensure pay equity and transparency. Final salary within the salary range will be based on experience level and qualifications.

The Senior Attorney engages in legal advocacy and develops and litigates cases under federal environmental and natural resources law to advance Defenders’ conservation policies to protect biological diversity. As an experienced litigator and senior member of the legal team, the Senior Attorney supervises staff attorneys, legal fellows, and law clerks and advises Defenders staff on legal questions and legislative matters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop innovative litigation strategies and litigate cases to protect imperiled wildlife and habitats brought under the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, National Forest Management Act, Administrative Procedure Act, Freedom of Information Act, and other relevant federal and state wildlife, public lands, and natural resource statutes.
Work across disciplines using law, science, policy, and communications to engage in legal advocacy, including drafting comment letters and speaking at public hearings.
Advise Defenders staff on legal questions and legislative matters.
Supervise and mentor staff attorneys, legal fellows, and law clerks in Defenders’ Biodiversity Law Center.
Work across departments within Defenders to generate written products to advance Defenders’ conservation work, such as comment letters, blog posts, op-eds, and presentations.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education: JD required; appropriate state bar license(s) required
Experience: 10 years of relevant experience; 5 years supervisory experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for Senior Attorney

Substantial knowledge of the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act and other federal natural resources, public lands, and wildlife conservation laws, including related regulations and policies.
Substantial knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act.
Substantial knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil and Appellate Procedure, the Administrative Procedure Act, and legal doctrines such as standing, ripeness/mootness, and standards of review applicable to reviews of agency actions and agency rulemakings.
Substantial experience reviewing and commenting on draft permits, draft regulations, draft environmental impact analyses, and other actions subject to notice and comment.
Substantial experience litigating in federal district and appellate courts, including reviewing administrative records, drafting declarations, pleadings, and motions, and participating in oral argument.
Excellent research and writing skills with a proven ability to quickly and accurately analyze legislative and administrative proposals and critique them in a way that is readily understood by others.
Strong media and communications skills, including the ability to advocate persuasively for conservation policy in a range of public speaking venues.
Demonstrated commitment to public interest advocacy, environmental protection and natural resources conservation.
An ability to work effectively in a team and independently, and strong coordination, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Are you passionate about advancing renewable energy as a key solution to addressing climate change?

PennEnvironment is looking for a skilled and savvy organizer to build public support for climate solutions and win policies that accelerate the transition off of fossil fuels. This includes PennEnvironment’s campaigns to promote 100% clean renewable energy, expand energy efficiency and conservation measures, and transition to cleaner forms of transportation to protect our climate and reduce air pollution.
Key Responsibilities

Work with coalitions: Work with other organizations and constituencies in Pennsylvania that to promote solutions to climate change and implement policies to increase renewable energy in Pennsylvania; engage them in our strategies and campaigns to achieve these goals. Reach out to a broad range of organizations and affected constituency groups across the political spectrum to demonstrate support for our campaign goals.
Organize events and work with volunteers: Organize webinars, community events and public meetings on topics related to climate change and renewable energy solutions. Recruit organizations and members of the public to attend and participate in these events.
Earn traditional media and develop social media attention: Organize media events and news conferences; write opinion pieces, news releases and press statements on topics related to climate change and renewable energy; draft social media content and build a following on social media for our campaigns.
Lobby elected officials: Meet with, build relationships with, and convince elected officials to support climate solution policies introduced at the state, local and federal levels. Coordinate strategy with champions in the Pennsylvania General Assembly and in Congress. Make a convincing case to legislators who are undecided on a particular vote. Defend against legislative attacks on Pennsylvania’s existing climate and renewable energy programs..
Recruit new people to your team: Help build your team by recruiting volunteers, interns and full-time staff.
Run a grassroots campaign office each summer: Run a campaign office for the summer to raise money to support our campaigns, build our organization and membership, and help build critical and timely grassroots support to win key campaigns while honing your organizing and management skills. You may be assigned to a different office location for the summer and should be flexible to move.

Qualifications
Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply. Though we expect you to take your campaign and run with it, we provide training on advocacy and organizing skills, as well as oversight by an experienced advocate. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience, top-notch writing and public speaking skills, an eagerness to learn, and be ready for a challenge. We value organizing experience, including building campus or community groups.

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is committed to providing reliable and sustainable infrastructure for our unincorporated community. DPW is responsible for the following services for the unincorporated region: County maintained roads; traffic engineering; private development construction inspection; design engineering and construction management for public works related infrastructure; land surveying and map processing; watershed quality and flood protection; County airports; solid waste planning and diversion; closed landfill maintenance; wastewater and water systems management; and assessment districts for private road and landscape maintenance.

DPW has a current vacancy for Land Use/Environmental Planner III in the Closed Landfills Division.

Land Use/Environmental Planner IIIs within the Closed Landfills Division will manage closed landfill’s and refuse burn site’s maintenance and regulatory compliance. Primary responsibilities will include contract management; regulatory reporting and compliance; asset management planning; reviewing projects for compliance with all applicable polices and regulations; conducting data research and analysis; conducting field investigations and contractor oversight, coordinating with other divisions, departments, and agencies and preparing staff reports. Additional responsibilities may include budgeting, financial forecasting, managing and executing outreach to property owners; and presenting to the executive management, planning groups, and property owner groups.

The Department of Public Works preserves, enhances and promotes quality of life and public safety through the responsible development and maintenance of reliable and sustainable infrastructure and services in the unincorporated region.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Strong written and verbal communications skills, including experience in presenting to the public, community groups or interest groups, and individuals; regulatory agencies, executive level management, and elected officials.
Demonstrate a high degree of motivation and willingness to learn.
Demonstrate a high degree of listening and observation skills, as well as displaying emotional intelligence.
Demonstrate a strong willingness to continually learn and grow professionally.
Maintain a professional perspective, objective demeanor, and flexibility when positive or difficult situations occur.

Knowledge about closed solid waste site regulations, permits, and environmental compliance requirements.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple projects, permits applications, and complex environmental compliance programs or projects.
Ability to develop and review Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, groundwater studies, and environmental assessment reports.
Ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and evaluate problems to identify solutions.
Ability to conduct data research and analysis, field inspections or investigations, and contractor oversight
Educational background, work experience, or licenses in geology, hydrogeology, engineering, and/or solid waste site management.

If you believe that you possess these qualities, then the County of San Diego’s Department of Public Works would be an ideal place for your talents. We have a great culture that values collaboration and teamwork.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, in city and regional planning, urban planning, aviation management, landscape architecture, geography, archeology, biology with a concentration in wildlife and/or botany; geology; or any one of the following life and physical sciences, geography with a concentration in conservation of environmental quality, natural resources or physical geography, ecology; zoology; engineering with an emphasis in acoustics or environmental management, environmental science or a related field, AND three (3) years of progressively responsible professional level experience performing environmental analysis, planning, research, data analysis, and computations, and preparing and presenting reports and graphics as it relates to land use/environmental planning. Experience must be at the level equivalent to a Land Use/Environmental Planner II within the County of San Diego; OR,
A master’s degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, in one of the fields stated above, AND two (2) years of progressively responsible professional level experience as described above; OR,
One (1) year of experience as a Land Use/Environmental Planner II with the County of San Diego.

NOTE: Professional level land use/environmental planning experience in a public or private agency may substitute for education on a year for year basis, for up to two (2) years of the education requirement. Degree must be from a U.S. accredited college or university, or certified equivalency for foreign studies must be provided. Exception: this substitution of experience for education does not apply to the Land Use/Environmental Planner III, Airport Option.

The University of Chicago Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth (ICSG) is a groundbreaking initiative that brings together faculty from across the University to advance society’s understanding of our energy and climate future. ICSG integrates insights in energy markets and policy, climate systems engineering, and energy technology to generate transformative ideas, while also fostering the next generation of energy and climate leaders through innovative educational programs.

The Climate Impact Lab, a flagship initiative of the ICSG, convenes leading climate scientists, economists, data engineers, and risk analysts to quantify the impacts of climate change sector-by-sector and community-by-community across the globe. With a research scope covering more than 25,000 geographic regions—comparable in size to U.S. counties—the Lab’s team of over 25 experts produces rigorous, evidence-based estimates of how climate change affects mortality, agricultural productivity, labor, energy demand, coastal flooding, and more. The Lab is also deeply engaged in policy and media efforts to ensure its findings drive meaningful action around the world.

The Climate Impact Lab is seeking a Program Manager to support a new portfolio of climate research and public engagement focused on quantifying climate risks and informing adaptation strategies. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a leading interdisciplinary team translating cutting-edge climate science into actionable insights for decision-makers worldwide.

Job Summary
The Climate Impact Lab is seeking a Program Manager to support a new portfolio of action-oriented climate research and public-facing outputs. The Program Manager will support a range of projects focused on quantifying the global distribution of climate risks, identifying priorities for adaptation interventions, and communicating scientific findings to practitioners. The Program Manager will join an interdisciplinary group of economists, scientists, and computational experts based at University of Chicago and at the Lab’s partner institutions that measure and communicate the impacts of climate change on human wellbeing with the goal of empowering effective decision-making.

Responsibilities

Manages day-to-day operations of interdisciplinary research projects, ensuring tasks are completed on time and aligned with project goals.
Coordinates with Lab principal investigators, research staff, and external partners to support smooth communication and collaboration.
Tracks project progress using established management tools and helps adapt plans as needed to meet evolving research priorities and deliverables.
Contributes to the development of high-quality project outputs, including literature reviews, data summaries, memos, and presentations.
Supports internal decision-making by facilitating information sharing across research teams and project stakeholders.
Drafts and maintains documentation such as meeting notes, timelines, and status reports for both internal and external use.
Assists in synthesizing research findings and translating them for policy, practitioners, and general audiences.
Maintains and strengthens relationships with implementation partners, funders, and other collaborators.
Applies foundational knowledge in economics, statistics, climate science, and/or computer science to engage meaningfully with research content.
Represents the project team in external communications and meetings, as appropriate, in coordination with senior staff.
Works somewhat independently to develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports. Assembles and leads a project team, assigns individual responsibilities, identifies appropriate resources needed, and develops schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
Is responsible for tracking progress, conducting analysis, as well as preparing for and facilitating project meetings.
Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Master’s degree in economics, climate science or policy, public policy, environmental science or policy, or a related field.

Experience:

At least 2 years of experience providing project management, communication, coordination, and/or research support to research, consulting, or industry projects.
Coordinating collaborative projects and teams with multiple partners related to climate policy, climate change impacts, or other economic development or environmental topics.
Familiar with partner/stakeholder engagement.
Developing detailed project plans to monitor and track milestones and deliverables to keep projects and staff on track.
Synthesizing and writing technical information to non-technical audiences.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

Working with project management and communications platforms such as Slack, Asana, Airtable, or Trello.
Sourcing, negotiating with, and managing vendors.
Proficient in Microsoft Windows Suite, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Excellent computer skills including fluency in Google Suites.
Subject matter expertise in climate change, domestic and international climate policy, and/or climate adaptation.

DUTIES

Conducts inspections of routine air pollution sources and control equipment that includes boilers, smoke stacks, manufacturing facilities, foundries, etc. Also, identifies and investigates sources at facilities operating without permits and inspecting facilities with permits to ensure continued compliance. Witnesses performance tests. Researches environmental regulations and concepts. Investigates complaints and issues enforcement documents, including Notices of Violation, to entities. Prepares Enforcement Action Referrals for submittal to Ohio EPA. Performs other job-related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Geology, Engineering, Mathematics, or any other science-related field required. Valid State of Ohio Driver’s license required. Must be able to research environmental regulations and concepts. Must possess computer skills that include using Excel and Access. Must be fluent in English with strong oral and written communication skills in order to develop effective correspondence documents. An environmental background and regulatory compliance knowledge is preferred.

Supplemental Information

NOTE: Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the filing period unless otherwise stated.

The Environmental Advisor is an individual contributor that provides environmental expertise and compliance oversight for the Company’s operating division(s) and/or Great Basin Gas Transmission Company. This position ensures all related environmental policies and procedures are implemented; serves as the primary liaison for environmental matters in each division and/or Great Basin through coordination with division points of contact; facilitates local environmental training; facilitates local environmental compliance audits; and coordinates with Corporate Risk Management and Safety on environmental support of the division(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

There are clear precedents and practices which the incumbent uses to determine how this job is performed. This position requires four or more years of relevant work experience. A related degree with significant subject matter experience is desired. Previous experience in compliance reporting and technical writing is required. Computer skills and experience with government reporting systems, as well as a working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations is preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as a division-based expert and liaison for environmental matters to ensure all related Company policies and procedures are implemented without gaps for each division(s) and/or Great Basin
Responsible for overseeing division(s) and/or Great Basin environmental compliance activities related to both stationary facilities and linear pipeline facilities
Implement performance based environmental compliance training plans to prepare and conduct local environmental training
Implement, coordinate and facilitate local internal and external environmental and compliance audits and serve as the local area audit liaison
Coordinate with Corporate Safety and Risk Management, Facilities, Internal Audit, and Operational Quality Assurance audit workgroups regarding issues involving environmental compliance
Inform management of situations related to environmental requirements that could adversely affect the health and safety of employees or the public, or impact the Company
Maintain a working knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act, the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-know Act, the OSHA, and other federal, state and local environmental regulations
Develop and maintain environmental compliance calendar(s) and/or other appropriate system(s) to ensure adherence with Company environmental policies and procedures
Provide oversight and consultation to the division(s) for environmental studies, investigations, and mitigation of construction and maintenance projects
Plan and assist with the acquisition and compliance maintenance of operational environmental permits including but not limited to air, spill prevention and response, and construction storm water
Facilitate and perform, as necessary, inspections of Company facilities, operations, and equipment to access and ensure compliance with environmental policies, procedures, and regulations
Interpret local government regulations to assist in developing and maintaining new and existing Environmental Policies and Procedures sections of the Operations Manual
Assist, as necessary, with the data collection and reporting provisions for current state and federal required and voluntary greenhouse gas related reports
Provide and coordinate written correspondence with environmental agencies regarding projects, permitting, compliance, data requests, and audit results
Assess the acquisition, modification and/or disposal of existing structures to properly control environmental governance and liabilities
Coordinate with appropriate Company departments on federal, state, and voluntary GHG data/information requests
Ensure Company and Division records provide and maintain demonstrable compliance
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned
Regular and predictable attendance is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job

SALARY DETAILS:

Carson City: $93,380 – $140,070

At Southwest Gas, attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. We use flexibility to develop competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to hire the best candidates. The quoted salary range represents the minimum and maximum of the pay range for the position. It is provided as a good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, as we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate’s experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview and selection process.

National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), the nation’s oldest and largest national parks nonprofit advocate, has an exciting opportunity open to join our Conservation Programs team as the Director, Energy Program. This position will report to the VP of Conservation Programs.

The Director will lead a multi-departmental team in the development and execution of the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) Energy Program, implementing, refining, and developing campaign plans and new goals in a collaborative fashion with the team. The Director, with the team, works to strengthen, defend and enforce protections for national parks from energy development threats in their larger surrounding land and seascapes. This includes leading and prioritizing NPCA’s engagement on proposals related to federal onshore and offshore oil and gas siting and leasing, industrial scale onshore and offshore renewable energy siting (wind, solar, or other renewable energy sources), transmission, and hard rock mining siting and policy matters where parks are threatened. The position will also work closely with Regional Programs, Government Affairs, Legal, Communications, and Development staff to coordinate and execute energy development campaign strategies with attention to impacts to indigenous and frontline communities and culturally important sites.

Location: Remote (United States)

Grade: O

Salary: $95,000- $115,000, commensurate with skills, experience, and location.

Work Status: Full-time (32 hours per week); Exempt

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for this role including a four-day, 32-hour work week, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and paid sabbaticals for staff after seven years of service. Learn more about our benefits at npca.org/jobs.

Essential Functions: % of Time

-State and Regional Energy Coordination 30%

Leads, coordinates, and provides support and guidance to NPCA Regional Staff on NPCA’s relevant campaign work around the nexus of national parks and public land management, oil and gas or renewable energy development and hard rock or critical mineral mining.
Works closely with and collaborates to understand priorities and relationships led by NPCA’s place-based field staff to support local campaigns on energy threats, partnerships, tactics and communications as relevant.
Leads efforts to gather data and on-the-ground input on potential impacts to park natural and cultural resources from energy development and mining and develops strategies to permanently protect those resources.
Works internally to align NPCA departments and capacities around shared goals.

-Policy and Analysis 50%

Monitors and coordinates engagement in issues regarding energy development policies and decisions and collaborates through the Energy team to establish priority focal areas.
Provides, supports and contributes to analyses of policies and related recommendations, in coordination with Government Affairs, and conducts research in collaboration with the Energy team and Regional Program staff, to advance advocacy efforts regarding siting of oil and gas energy development, hard rock and critical mineral mining, as well as renewable energy development, including restoration of previously degraded landscapes.
Coordinates the development of NPCA’s comments, position statements, factsheets, and contributes to or reviews written testimony and communications materials on the above relevant topics.
Assists NPCA’s Legal Team in helping develop and support energy-related litigation and associated communications.
Provides input and guidance on NPCA’s work to transition away from fossil fuel development in a way that is equitable and just for local communities.

-Outreach and Fundraising 20%

Establishes relationships with relevant HQ and regional level staff at National Park Service (NPS), Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and other federal land and water management agencies, energy and mining industry, and local grasstops and elected decisionmakers.
Works with conservation partners and coalitions, Indigenous partners, local and frontline or disproportionately impacted communities, and non-traditional allies to achieve conservation victories that are equitable, just, and inclusive.
Coordinates with Development staff to develop funding proposals and meets with donors or funders to cultivate relationships and present proposed projects.

Total 100%

Other: Respect employees regardless of their position or background. Leads in developing program priorities, budget, and participates in development of department goals, objectives, and systems. Participates in administrative staff meetings, organization-wide meetings, departmental meetings, training programs, and attends other meetings and seminars as designated by the supervisor. Assists in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals. Some travel may be required for meetings or conferences. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position.

Minimum Work Schedule: 32-hour work week, Monday-Thursday

Minimum Scope of Position: Interacts with all NPCA departments, NPCA Board members, National Council Members, select Regional Council members, existing and prospective donors, other environmental and park groups, community and business leaders, the media, as well as staff or representatives holding state and federal elected offices, staff in relevant state agencies, and staff in NPS, BLM, and other relevant federal agencies. Researches and analyzes energy and environmental proposals.

Minimum Qualifications, Competencies, Skills, Education, and Traits:

B.S. or advanced degree in relevant field; law degree advantageous but not required. Minimum of 6-7 years of experience, or relevant combination of lived experiences.
Knowledge and understanding of federal public lands laws and policies, in particular the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), The National Park Service (NPS) Organic Act, NPS Management Policies and related NPS regulations and policies, Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA), General Mining Act of 1872. Familiarity with related Bureau of Land Management (BLM) oil and gas leasing policies and procedures, U.S. Forest Service multiple use policies on energy development, and safety and leasing policies in the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE), and the Office of Natural Resource Revenue related to royalties and mineral revenues and related policies is also greatly beneficial.
Demonstrable experience and skills in working collaboratively internally across departments and functions within an organization, and externally among allies and key stakeholders.
Background in nonprofit work and policy advocacy or understanding of how federal decisions are influenced and made, and substantial knowledge of federal legislative and administrative policy-making processes.
Ideally, experience in a leadership role in conservation advocacy, resource or land management, or park management, and related policy.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, ideally including specific experience in developing effective technical or influential comment and related letters, white papers, oral or written testimony, or other advocacy materials, as well as public speaking, presentation, or media communication skills.
Skill and expertise in developing or advising on strategic approaches for regionally based or other national advocacy campaign work is highly desirable.
Keen insight and sensitivity to the impacts of energy development on Indigenous or other disproportionately affected and frontline communities and culturally important sites, and experience in advocating for solutions to energy development pressures that advance the needs of these populations while protecting national parks.
Demonstrated ability to work in collaborative teams to manage multiple projects simultaneously, organize tasks, to set and observe priorities, and to maintain schedules.
Experience in fundraising and funding proposal development strongly preferred.
Proven ability to build relationships across political, philosophical, and interest boundaries.
Proven ability to self-manage, self-motivate, and work independently.

The Lancaster County Conservation District is seeking a qualified individual to fill a full-time position as an Agriculture Compliance Coordinator. This position requires excellent organization, communication, and technical skills, and the ability to supervise people. Attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly are a must. Self-motivated applicants are appreciated.

The successful applicant will be responsible for contracted and delegated duties under various District programs. The Compliance Coordinator will be expected to conduct onsite inspections of farming operations within the county. Those site inspections will include paperwork review, site verification, and compliance documentation relating to Pennsylvania’s Agriculture Regulations (Chapter 102.4 & Chapter 91). Knowledge of Chapter 91 and PA Act 38 is also important. Compliance documentation will be used in both electronic and hardcopy forms.

Knowledge of farming operations, Pennsylvania Law relating to Agriculture, good communication skills, and adversarial management are key. Upon employment, the candidate will be required to complete State and Federal background investigation questionnaires.

Bachelor’s degree required. A degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Science, Animal Science, or related environmental studies is preferred
Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle
Ability to traverse rough terrain.