Job Tag: Law/Policy

Washington Conservation Action (WCA) is seeking a strategic, people-oriented Climate and Clean Air Manager to advance equitable and effective action on climate and air quality in Washington State. The Climate and Clean Air Manager will execute impactful issue-based campaigns and coordinate with diverse partners on strategies to achieve priorities.

Current Climate Program priorities include:

supporting strong implementation of Washington’s climate laws, while defending them from political and legal challenges;
advocating for responsible development of clean energy resources;
championing equitable decarbonization of residential and commercial buildings; and
organizing to ensure that new energy projects are responsible, protect public health, and address historic harms.

The Climate and Clean Air Manager will focus on helping develop the Climate team’s air quality advocacy, including:

working in coalition to identify effective strategies to reduce major sources of air pollution that harm human health and the environment and contribute to climate change;
advocating to improve air quality in communities highly impacted by air pollution, at both the state and local levels; and
helping advance our climate laws and policies to address inequalities in pollution burden, economic opportunity, and the impacts of a changing climate.

This position involves an evolving body of work, with a core focus on advocating for racial and environmental justice across our state’s climate and air quality policy landscape and building power with impacted communities and coalition partners. This position is supervised by WCA’s Climate and Clean Energy Director.

Required Skills & Qualifications

A commitment to an ongoing anti-racist learning journey, both personally and professionally, and a strong desire to be a productive member of a team that is deeply engaged in the work of building power with Black, Brown, and Indigenous people.
A minimum of two years of experience in legislative, policy, and/or sector-specific advocacy.
Enthusiasm for WCA’s mission to advocate for environmental progress and justice through actions that mobilize the public, elect champions for the environment, and hold our leaders accountable.
A heartfelt connection to the natural beauty, abundance, and diversity of the Pacific Northwest: its people, cultures, and environments.
Strong interpersonal skills, including adeptness at navigating conflicts and high stress environments.
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with people from different backgrounds, interests, and approaches.
Strong written communication skills in order to prepare effective comment letters, public testimony, reports, correspondence, etc. Ability to make complex, specialized policy issues understandable and accessible for a variety of audiences, including supporters, volunteers, funders, partners, etc.
Ability to read and understand complex laws, regulations, reports, and other policy documents. Skilled at analyzing policies to identify key issues and priorities for advocacy.
Proficiency and/or ability to learn and utilize a variety of computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google suite, Zoom, Salesforce, Box, Asana).
Excellent organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and good judgment.
Capacity to work effectively both independently and within a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Demonstrated ability to identify connections between efforts and/or groups that can help maximize impact.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications

Familiarity with political dynamics and climate policy in Washington State.
Familiarity with air quality policy and advocacy.
Experience engaging with Tribal Nations.
Experience working in local, state, federal, or Tribal government, and/or grassroots community organizing, and/or electoral campaigns.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a fixed starting salary of $65,500. We also offer a generous benefits package including 100% employer paid medical and dental insurance premiums, 401k plan and organizational match of up to 3% of your annual salary, a Flexible Spending Account, ample paid vacation and sick leave, thirteen paid holidays per year, an unlimited ORCA transit pass, budgeted funds for professional development, and if you work for five consecutive years you are eligible for a two-month paid sabbatical. We welcome new and diverse people to a great team who together shape environmental protection in Washington.

As a Senior Attorney for John Deere World Headquarters located in Moline, IL, you will…

Lead legal support for Deere’s environmental operations, including counseling on all aspects of air, waste, and water-related regulatory compliance and enforcement issues
Lead legal support for EHS due diligence in mergers and acquisitions transactions
Lead legal support for Deere’s remediation site portfolio, including reviewing/commenting on consultant reports, assisting in assessing financial assurance requirements, counseling on priorities for site closure
Lead legal support for the corporate environmental team on Enterprise-wide topics
Collaborate closely with environmental business partners to assess legal impact on major business decisions
Collaborate with global Legal and Government Affairs colleagues to monitor and comply with global environmental regulations and impending legislation that may impact Deere’s manufacturing locations and corporate strategy
Stay current on emerging trends in all facets of environmental law through continuing legal education, industry publications, and participation in professional conferences and associations

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
What Skills You Need

Experience analyzing federal and state environmental regulatory requirements and assessing applicability to manufacturing operations
8 or more years of experience planning, executing, and advising on complex areas of environmental law
8 or more years in the practice of law in a private law firm or corporate law department
Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally up to 25%

What Makes You Stand Out

Expertise in U.S. air-related permitting, compliance, and enforcement
Experience advising on global environmental regulations
Experience advising on Occupational Safety and/or Occupational Health matters
Experience managing outside counsel

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree
License to practice law in Illinois or ability to obtain Illinois license (in-house counsel license is available to qualified applicants)

The National Park Foundation is seeking an experienced professional to join our Government Relations team. The Manager of Government Relations will serve as an integral member in developing and executing the legislative strategy of the National Park Foundation. This position is located in the Washington, DC, headquarters of the National Park Foundation.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Under the leadership of the Vice President of Government Relations:

General Activities

Serve as an integral member of the government relations team to develop and execute the legislative strategy of the National Park Foundation.
Manage initiatives and events that elevate the profile of the National Park Foundation and its legislative priorities on Capitol Hill.
Build relationships and conduct meetings with Capitol Hill staff members from all backgrounds and with key staff and leadership in the Department of the Interior and the National Park Service.
Proactively engage with National Park Foundation leadership on an as-needed basis with respect to congressional meetings, supporting legislation, or information-sharing/fact-finding missions, as directed by Vice President, Government Relations.
Understand and assess policies related to national parks, public lands, the environment, and their potential impact on the National Park Foundation. Translate complex topics into layman’s terms to be shared with senior leadership.

Project Management

Manage and execute public-facing events on and off Capitol Hill while engaging and supervising consultants, such as Hill Day, congressional staff trips, Hill Briefings, National Park Week events, site visits, and other special events.
Research and prepare briefs on legislative issues and priorities for the National Park Foundation and the National Park Service.
Coordinate meetings, background materials, fact sheets, and other items as necessary in preparation for annual Hill Day, Congressional Staff trips, webinars, and other special events.
Disseminate National Park Foundation program and project updates, in addition to other deliverables, to congressional offices on a consistent basis.
Provide support to the Vice President, Government Relations, including scheduling and compiling background materials for meetings, factsheets, and other duties as necessary, with a primary focus on Capitol Hill audience.
Manage Government Relations vendor and consultant contracts and other aspects of necessary Government Relations infrastructure.

Strategic Partnerships

Proactively work with the community partnerships team to build government relations capacity and strengthen relationships with national Park Partners through meetings, webinars, and other special events.
Assist the Vice President, Government Relations, as a point of contact for Hill Day and its surrounding events logistics, which include the Park Partner Meet and Greet and Hill Day reception.
Help prepare Park Partners in government relations-related activities to help advance the National Park Foundation’s legislative goals.
Work with the Programs and Partnerships department to create, house, and update pertinent data for the government relations team and diligently keep them up-to-date.
Assist with all other duties as directed to strengthen relationships, prepare materials, and manage government relations events.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND COMPETENCIES

Minimum 3-4 years of experience in the government relations field plus Bachelor’s degree, required.
A proven track record of success in a government relations position: Demonstrated ability to manage a legislative portfolio, understand and communicate complex policies, and successfully navigate the legislative process.
Grassroots management experience: A thorough understanding of political advocacy and experience working in or with an NGO is a plus.
Excellent communication: The ability to interface effectively with elected officials, policy makers, and key Congressional and federal staff verbally, in writing, and through professional interpersonal skills in order to inform, educate, and persuade for support of the National Park Foundation and its initiatives.
Self-Motivation: Able to both thrive in a fast-paced, fluid, collaborative, team-oriented environment, and to work independently and effectively while sharing information openly–a must.
Team player: Willingness to work with, collaborate, and communicate with colleagues in all departments to gather the resources, skills, and expertise necessary to convey the National Park Foundation message on Capitol Hill and across administrations.
Passion for the National Park Foundation’s mission: Dedication to promoting National Park Foundation’s core mission and priorities and connecting donors’ philanthropic impact to advancing shared goals.
Knowledge of lobbying and non-profit laws and regulations.
Must be detail-oriented and results-driven.

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Department of Energy Resources’ (DOER) mission is to create a clean, affordable, resilient, and equitable energy future for all in the Commonwealth. As the State Energy Office, DOER is the primary energy policy agency for the Commonwealth. DOER supports the Commonwealth’s clean energy goals as part of a comprehensive Administration-wide response to the threat of climate change. DOER focuses on transitioning our energy supply to lower emissions and costs, reducing and shaping energy demand, and improving our energy system infrastructure. To meet our objectives, DOER connects and collaborates with energy stakeholders to develop effective policy. DOER implements this policy through planning, regulation, and providing funding. DOER provides tools to individuals, organizations, and communities to support their clean energy goals. DOER is committed to transparency and education, supporting the accessible access to energy information and knowledge.

Description:

DOER is seeking an Electric Rate and Regulatory Policy Analyst within the Policy, Planning, and Analysis Division to coordinate the Department’s policy efforts on utility regulation, ratemaking, and rate design to support decarbonization. As part of that role, the Analyst will support the development of policies that promote an equitable, affordable, and beneficial energy transition. The Analyst will be expected to incorporate considerations of impacts to low-income ratepayers and Environmental Justice (EJ) communities, in coordination with DOER’s EJ Senior Lead when analyzing rates and policies and to provide recommendations to management that would advance equity and reduce energy burden. The Analyst will work under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Energy Supply & Rates.

The Policy, Planning, and Analysis Division supports DOER through the development of planning documents, analysis, and policy rate design, clean energy supply, and energy resilience. The Policy Division participates in state electric and gas regulatory proceedings, including intervening in dockets related to electric system modernization planning and electric and gas rate cases to advocate for clean energy investments and rate design. The Division supports other electric and gas policy development and planning through data management and data analysis.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Experience in energy policy, clean energy, or electric and gas utilities
Proficiency in writing policy memos, preparing slide decks, or other materials communicating complex concepts or technical information
Excellent analytical and effective problem-solving skills
Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and coordinating with internal and external parties
Strong skills in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
Excellent organizational and communications skills, including communicating complex issues to a broad range of stakeholders
Knowledge of the state’s clean energy goals and utility ratemaking and the role of DOER in contributing to those goals
Working knowledge and interest in electric utility ratemaking and regulatory strategies and electric rate design
Ability to work with interagency teams, represent DOER programs and policies, and identify linkages with other policies and programs

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) is seeking a Program Assistant to join its Strategic Litigation team working to protect New England’s environment for all people. The Program Assistant will provide legal administrative support for the Strategic Litigation team, including scheduling meetings, financial tasks, and legal filings. They will work closely with the Vice President for Strategic Litigation to ensure operations of the program are running smoothly. The Program Assistant can be based in any of CLF’s six regional offices (Montpelier, VT; Concord, NH; Portland, ME; Providence, RI; New Haven, CT; or Boston, MA) with a strong preference for being based in Boston or Vermont. There is flexibility to do some remote work within New England.

What you’ll do

· Provide general administrative support to Strategic Litigation Program, such as maintaining electronic filing, correspondence, scheduling meetings and events, maintaining calendars, taking minutes and notes, booking travel, and coordinating IT needs;

· Provide administrative support to the Vice President for Strategic Litigation, including calendar and email management;

· Assist with and maintain financial tracking and reporting for the program, including expense and credit card reports and coordinating with Finance Department as needed;

· Assist in onboarding new program staff and interns;

· Assist in research on laws, policies, and best practices;

· Coordinate and complete electronic and paper legal filings;

· Assist with legal administrative procedures such as “service of process,” including preparing and appropriately delivering mailings and filings;

Ensure compliance with CLF’s document retention policies;

· Support development/fundraising efforts;

· Support program work with Communications department;

· Assist in preparation of spreadsheets, reports, memos, public comments, and presentations;

Contribute to CLF’s strategic priorities and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and organizational excellence; and

· Other duties as specified.

What you’ll need

We are looking for a motivated and mature self-starter that is able to work both independently and as a productive team member with colleagues distributed across New England.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

· Up to three years of professional work experience or equivalent;

· Strong administrative capabilities, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Office 365);

· Ability to take initiative, solve problems, and assess priorities;

· Excellent attention to detail;

· Commitment to developing new skills and responsibilities;?

· Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills;

· Commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues and partner organizations;

· Passion for CLF’s mission;

· Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience;

· Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking a dynamic professional to join our team! This position will lead the Permitting Functional Area within the Environmental Planning & Compliance Department. This position oversees all aspects of federal and state permitting for construction and operation, including cultivating opportunities to beneficially use dredge material in support of PCCA’s commitment to habitat creation. The position requires effective collaboration with the Manager of Environmental Compliance, who leads other areas within the Environmental Planning & Compliance Department, as well as with various Departments across the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Collaborates with internal stakeholders to develop permit strategies to support construction of new infrastructure and to facilitate commercial activities
Collaborates with diverse external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, nonprofit organizations, and industry and academic groups, on PCCA’s permitting activities
Cultivates beneficial use opportunities for dredge material placement that advance habitat creation and climate resilience targets and initiatives
Collects and interprets technical/analytical data, research issues, and evaluates strategies, technologies, and partnerships to streamline permit actions
Represents PCCA at coastal resource management meetings, workshops and collaborations
Administers environmental documents, plans, permit applications, and National Environmental Policy Act coordination
Manages surveys and inspections of PCCA facilities, properties, and project sites
Manages permit condition obligations, ensuring obligations are met by internal stakeholders, including any reporting obligations
Coordinates with engineering design professionals to deploy nature-based solutions in accordance with long-term environmental/sustainability targets and initiatives
Evaluates plans, specifications, and bid documents for PCCA projects and tenant properties for consistency with existing permit requirements and habitat creation initiatives
Assists with developing Department Work Plan and associate capital and expense budget
Provides guidance and effective leadership to staff; oversees coordination of team members’ assignments
Manages PCCA projects, including third-party consultants; drafts technical requirements and scopes of work; negotiates and manages professional service agreements
Monitors permit applications by other entities and new regulations for impacts to PCCA property and operations
Participates in rotating after-hours spill call-out duty for a minimum of one month per year
Adheres to all PCCA policies; promotes and adheres to the SEAPORT values, maintains good employee relations; and encourages and fosters a supportive environment where teamwork prevails; assists senior management and office staff where appropriate
Drives PCCA vehicles to complete assigned tasks courteously and safely; follow applicable procedures for vehicle use; work required hours to fulfill position objectives
CPR certified or ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment
Tier 2 status designation during major incidents, serving on the Incident Management Team as the designated Environmental Group lead

CANDIDATE PROFILE
The preferred candidate for this position should be professional, dynamic, energetic, positive, and proactive with exceptional tact, diplomacy, and integrity. The successful candidate must be organized, thorough, passionate, and disciplined. This individual must demonstrate exemplary organizational and planning skills with the ability to set priorities, take initiative, and exercise sound independent judgement. They must possess the following:

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
Advanced degree in relevant discipline preferred
Wetland delineation professional certification(s) or credential preferred
Project Management Professional certification(s) or credential preferred
Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during course of employment
Valid driver’s license

EXPERIENCE & JOB KNOWLEDGE

Minimum ten years overall professional experience with seven years of experience in practices and disciplines related to application of environmental regulations, habitat creation, and coastal resilience
Experience in contract and project management
Experience managing personnel
Experience in GIS preferred

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Excellent oral and written communication skills to support engagement with a range of stakeholders, including well-honed presentation skills
Strong project management skills
Ability to work well within a fast-paced environment, under tight deadlines, and with concurrent projects and changing priorities
Ability to work independently within a structured environment and to fit well within an energetic and dedicated team
Proven organizational and planning skills; ability to set priorities, take initiative, and exercise sound independent judgment
Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel, Outlook and other related applications
Ability to understand, interpret and apply PCCA policies, tariffs, SEAPORT values, state/federal laws
Ability to collaborate with a wide range of individuals in diverse technical disciplines
Ability to define issues, perform research, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound, independent conclusions and recommendations
Ability to integrate information from multiple sources to develop creative solutions to complex technical challenges

New York is leading the nation in the fight on global climate change and the transition to a clean energy-powered economy. The Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (Climate Act) has created the most aggressive climate change goals in the nation and requires an ambitious agenda that blends proven catalysts with innovative approaches while operating across a broader energy arena that is rapidly evolving. New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA) is a driving force in realizing this agenda. NYSERDA works with stakeholders that span residents, business owners, developers, community leaders, local government officials, universities, utilities, investors, entrepreneurs, and more, to develop, invest, and foster conditions that:

Attract the private sector capital investment needed to expand New York’s clean energy economy.
Overcome barriers to using clean energy at a large-scale in New York.
Enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably from energy efficiency and renewable energy.

Job Overview

To help deliver on its mission and achieve these nation leading goals, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) seeks a creative, self-motivated and knowledgeable individual with strong analytical skills as well as developed communications and interpersonal skills to join the Policy Analysis team within Policy, Analysis and Research as a Project Manager. This position will support NYSERDA’s work on transforming the electricity sector, including modeling and analysis to inform transmission and distribution system planning, renewable and clean energy deployment, and the connections between the electricity system and the broader energy economy.

The Policy Analysis team assists New York State energy policy decision-makers by identifying and evaluating policy alternatives for achieving the CLCPA emission limits; quantitatively assessing the impact of energy, environmental, and economic policies and programs on the State’s citizens, businesses, and environment; and helping foster informed energy planning and quantitative analysis of energy issues and policies.
Primary Responsibilities

In coordination with external contractors and internal subject matter experts, develop and lead analyses in support of electricity system planning and policy development to support the deployment of clean energy generation, distributed energy resources, transmission, and storage in service of New York State’s policy goals.
Evaluate electricity system impacts of decarbonization of end use sectors, including impacts on generation, transmission, and distribution.
Manage modeling exercises and teams and apply these and other tools to carry out analysis to support policy development across NYSERDA and other State agencies, including modeling, forecasting, and quantitative analyses to assess impacts of existing and potential policies on technology adoption, energy supply, emissions, the state economy, distributional and equity outcomes, and associated benefit-cost implications.
Manage external contractor teams engaged in analysis on behalf of NYSERDA as well as participate in and lead teams from NYSERDA and other State agencies to advance projects. Analyses can include capacity expansion and production cost modeling and resource economics assessments.
Support NYSERDA engagements with the Department of Public Service, NYISO, other entities engaged in electricity sector policy and planning, and associated stakeholders including utilities, independent power producers, environmental and environmental justice advocates, and others.
Help conceptualize and perform data analyses summarizing trends and modeling impacts for both internal and external stakeholders. Translate modeling results into clear visual representations. Manage the publication of reports and findings related to analysis products.
Support essential NYSERDA deliverables, including the State Energy Plan, potential studies, and other major projects intended to deliver on the state’s energy and climate goals.
Apply knowledge of energy systems infrastructures, reliability requirements, and market dynamics to inform policy or project formation, and to represent NYSERDA at various forums to provide expert knowledge of New York State system requirements or desired policy outcomes.
Serve as an electricity sector expert resource to NYSERDA workforce, energy efficiency and buildings program staff and provide information and insight to help inform the development of clean energy programs.
Support tracking of metrics and reporting on accomplishments.
Periodically serve as mentor to student interns or program support staff.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, science, engineering, public policy, public or business administration, or a related field of analytical study with 5 years of relevant experience.
Familiarity with, ability to develop scenarios for, and interpret outputs from common electricity sector modeling tools like capacity expansion, production cost, and/or power flow models.
Familiarity with organized electricity markets, with a strong preference for background and knowledge of the NYISO specifically
Understanding of the tradeoffs of different generation resources
Excellent project management skills
Top-notch presentation and interpersonal skills that resonate with audiences of different backgrounds; the ability to communicate persuasively, concisely and unambiguously in speech and in writing
Advanced computer skills to complete analytical functions
Relentless work ethic and resolute integrity

Individuals should be able to demonstrate having some or all of the following skills enhanced by a willingness to learn about new issues and analytical tools:

Understanding of greenhouse gas (GHG) emission mitigation strategies in the electricity sector and ability to consider cross-sector implications of various decarbonization choices
Experience across multiple sectors desired
Understanding of economic theory and present value methodologies
Understanding of energy markets, including electricity and fossil fuel markets, and economic issues related to energy and environmental policy
Technical expertise in quantitative analysis of energy issues, efficiency programs and environmental policies; knowledge of energy efficiency and renewable energy program strategies is preferred
Experience working in a team environment both as a team leader and active team member
Experience managing complex analytical projects which engage in-house experts and staff, external consultant teams and external industry experts and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in economics, finance, science, engineering, public policy, public or business administration, or a related field of analytical study with 4 years of relevant experience.

Mississippi Valley Conservancy is a dedicated non-profit land trust committed to preserving the natural beauty and biodiversity of the Driftless region of SW Wisconsin. We protect over 3,500 acres of land for public enjoyment and actively manage these areas to support diverse ecosystems and recreational opportunities.

Summary

The Mississippi Valley Conservancy is seeking a Paralegal to support our legal team in various aspects of environmental law and land management. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance with legal standards while promoting our mission to protect natural communities and endangered species.

Essential Responsibilities

Professionally represent Mississippi Valley Conservancy with project partners and funders
Review and analyze title commitments, surveys, and property legal descriptions
Draft real estate documents including conservation easements, purchase offers, and closing documents
Research legal issues and prepare critical communications with landowners and partners
Assist as needed in the review of conservation easements, amendments, options, mortgage subordinations, access easements, tax forms, appraisals, utility easements, board approvals, baseline documentation, and other components of transactions as directed
Communicate regularly with team members on project development, timelines, updates, and issues
Maintain physical and digital property records and databases in accordance with Conservancy policy and procedures
Assist with grant applications, reporting and filing
Ensure project documentation is thorough and up to date and in accordance with Land Trust Alliance accreditation standards and practices, grant funder requirements, and Conservancy policy
Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or strong real estate/legal experience
Minimum of 2 years professional experience as a paralegal in the area of real estate
Desire to be a part of a mission-driven conservation organization
A demonstrated commitment to data integrity and record-keeping
Excellent communication and writing skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and demonstrated expertise in databases and information management systems
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and work under tight timeframes
Ability to be a cooperative and supportive team member with coworkers and external stakeholders
Highly attentive to details, well organized and self-directed
Desire and demonstrated ability to identify and address personal knowledge gaps; to learn on the job; and to cultivate sources of knowledge, expertise, and skill

Compensation and benefits:

Salary range: $52,000 to $62,000 annually (full-time equivalent), based on experience and specific expertise. Salary for a part-time role will be prorated accordingly.
An organizational culture that seeks, integrates, and nurtures collaboration, diversity, equity and inclusion with all employees.
Flexible schedule: Position may be filled as part-time (24 hours/week) or full-time (40 hours/week), depending on mutual agreement.

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career.

Job Summary

Provides regulatory advice, guidance, and interpretation to company personnel which ensures or improves compliance with all water related regulations at company facilities.
Reads, analyzes, and interprets new and existing regulations pertaining to water related issues that could affect the company.
Participates in developing and assessing new state or federal regulations or state legislation from proposal to promulgation.
Provides expert, technical support to the environmental regulatory review process and environmental program compliance.
Prepares and submits correspondence, position papers and technical reviews on the scientific and regulatory aspects of water related impact analyses.
Analyzes environmental regulatory requirements for potential impact and imposed regulatory limitations and assists in the development of a management plan for compliance.
Develops interpretive compliance aids to assist internal understanding of complex regualtory issues.
Duties may include representing the company before regulatory agencies, industry groups, and the public on environmental issues and providing company specific feedback.
Assists in the development of environmental compliance training.
Advises on operations, construction, procedures, records, and training, to ensure compliance with environment requirements prescribed in laws, regulations, company policies, and company procedures.

Note: The duties of this position do not include obtaining permits, submitting data reports or in-field environmental compliance.

Specific subject areas this position will support through environmental guidance and regulatory review include: Wetlands, Waters of the US, Stormwater, CWA 316(a) /316(b), Effluent Limit Guidelines, Water Quality Standards and Water Withdrawal / Supply Planning and other water related issues as needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

At least 5-7 years directly related experience; Note: A Master’s degree will count as one year of experience towards the experience requirement. A partial year of six months or more experience will be rounded up to one year.

Specific knowledge, skills, abilities and experience include:

Logic and reasoning skills, to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternatives, conclusions, or approaches;
Respectful assertiveness, to ensure environmental compliance requirements are met by others, while considering the spirit and letter of the law;
Excellent interpersonal skills to interface with internal stakeholders effectively;
Excellent written, oral and public speaking skills
Ability to give full attention to others, to take time understanding the points being made, and to ask questions;
Ability to influence others and embrace collaborative problem solving;
Ability to communicate appropriately for audience needs;
Ability to share information and to facilitate open idea exchange;
Ability to understand implications of new information and adapt actions if needed;
Ability to identify complex problems, to review related information, to develop and evaluate options, and to implement solutions;
Ability to remain professional while delivering high-quality, reliable, environmental services to customers

This professional-level position is responsible for implementing Defenders of Wildlife’s federal lands portfolio and major campaigns to increase wildlife habitat protections and advance imperiled species recovery on the lands and waters of the National Park System and National Wildlife Refuge System. This position develops and executes multi-faceted strategies to defend and secure new conservation protections, initiatives, policies, regulations and laws for at-risk species by working with agency decision-makers, influencing members of Congress, building coalitions and coordinating relevant environmental community advocacy efforts, and, when necessary, supporting strategic litigation, among other activities. This position collaborates closely with staff throughout the organization including within the Species Conservation & Coexistence Department, Government Relations, Communications, Biodiversity Law Center, and the Center for Conservation Innovation.

The specialist will support the implementation of the Refuge System Program and lead, in coordination with the director, the visioning, development, and execution of the new National Park System Program. The position will shape priority initiatives relating to parks, preserves, monuments, and other units of the National Park System, and play a key advocacy role in enhancing the national policies, regulations, and management culture of both the Refuge and Park Systems for the benefit of biodiversity and federally listed species.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Spearheads and coordinates Defenders’ efforts to advocate for policies to protect and restore habitat, to thwart and oppose policies and actions that threaten at-risk species, and to hold federal land management agencies accountable to their conservation obligations, including under the Endangered Species Act, National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act, as amended, and the National Park Service Organic Act, among other laws.
Tracks the development and implementation of policies affecting at-risk species and habitat in the National Park System and National Wildlife Refuge System.
Engages in land management planning processes to sustain and restore biodiversity and develop models to inform land use policy. This will include identifying key opportunities to achieve desired results; providing policy and planning expertise; assisting with developing and maintaining relationships with relevant agency staff and decision-makers; supporting robust partner engagement; ensuring development of a strong administrative record; drafting objections and supporting litigation efforts.
Develops Defenders’ positions and comments on legislative and administrative proposals affecting parks and refuges, and coordinates with Government Relations and other conservation departments on developing new and responding to proposed legislation.
Research relevant topics and produce white papers, memos, reports, blogs, and other products for advocacy purposes. Coordinate with the Communications Department to develop and distribute outward-facing products and with the Center for Conservation Innovation to use technology to develop digital communication projects.
Produces and maintains comment templates and training materials, reflecting current agency policy and practice.
Coordinates closely with Defenders’ science team, identifying research needs and ensuring application of existing data, science, and mapping to priority planning processes.
Coordinates closely with the Biodiversity Law Center attorneys to develop and implement litigation and other legal strategies to advance Defenders’ priorities.
Informs and mobilizes citizen activists, including Defenders’ members and supporters, on critical Refuge System and National Park System issues.
Initiates Defenders’ multi-department, inter-disciplinary teams as needed to fight harmful proposals and promote beneficial policies, practices, and programs that affect at-risk species and habitat on parks and refuges.
Develops and/or participates in external coalitions as needed to promote strategies and achieve objectives.
Serves as one of the Defenders’ expert points of contact internally and with external interests, the news media, coalitions, and policymakers.
Some travel is required for this position
Perform all other work-related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s (B.A./B.S.) degree or equivalent; JDs strongly encouraged to apply.
Experience: 8 years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.