Job Tag: Law/Policy

Tuleyome is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to serve as a full time (40 Hour) exempt Policy Analyst/Director (DOE) to advance our expansion, protection and engagement efforts for lands in the region. The Policy Analyst/Director will monitor, evaluate, research, develop and respond to local, state and federal policy, including legislative and regulatory proposals. The Policy Analyst/Director will oversee community and stakeholder engagement, collaborating with local, state and federal governmental agencies, nongovernmental organizations, businesses and tribal partners. The position is responsible for campaign planning and advocacy. The Policy Analyst/Director is an essential part of the Tuleyome team and works closely with the Executive Director.

The ideal candidate would have a love of the outdoors and the natural environment and a strong commitment to protecting America’s lands and the special places in our region. They would have outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills, the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds, and the desire to work on dynamic, high-performance teams. The candidate would be committed to Tuleyome’s mission, equity and justice, is emotionally intelligent and has high integrity.

Position Objectives

Secure permanent protection for and access to priority lands in the region, including the expansion of Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument.
Provide leadership, support and strategic direction for proactive and defensive campaigns.
Increase collaboration with and co-management of public lands by tribal nations.
Increase knowledge of, and engagement in, our policy and planning processes in diverse and underserved communities.
Strengthen and build a powerful advocacy community by collaborating with groups, individuals and constituencies whose participation has historically been lacking in conservation.
Complete landscape-scale management plans for lands in the region, in coordination with tribes, that protect the land, including Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument, and provide climate, cultural and natural resource benefits.
Identify and cultivate key relationships with elected and appointed officials and staff and with administrators at the local, state, federal and tribal levels.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years experience in environmental science, public policy, law, organizing, tribal issues, nonprofits or a related field.
Outstanding leadership skills and proven ability to build and manage successful campaigns that achieve results.
Team player with a passion for collaboration and a commitment to advancing justice, equality, diversity and inclusivity within the organization and the community.
Ability to travel and work extended hours as needed. Driving, travel and occasional flexible work hours are required. A valid driver’s license is required.
Experience and ease in communicating with high-level policy makers, including those in the legislative and executive branches, opinion leaders and their staff.
Ability to communicate complex information clearly in writing and in oral presentations to a range of audiences.
Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team in a small office environment.
Displays creativity, resourcefulness, passion, positive attitude and intellectual curiosity.
Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Your experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, which helps build the competencies, knowledge and skills for the position.

Salary: $60,000 – $85,000 / year

American Farmland Trust is the only national organization that takes a holistic approach to agriculture, focusing on the land itself, the agricultural practices used on that land, and the farmers and ranchers who do the work. Since our founding in 1980, AFT has helped permanently protect over 7 million acres of agricultural lands, advanced environmentally-sound farming practices on millions of additional acres, and supported thousands of farm families by improving farm viability and farmland access. Long a pioneering leader, AFT is now riding a new wave of growth, driven by agriculture’s most pressing needs and opportunities.

Position Summary

AFT has historically played an outsized role in the development of agricultural policy. At the federal level, AFT led the effort that incorporated a Conservation Title into the 1985 Farm Bill. AFT has also worked actively on other titles of the Farm Bill and on other federal issues, including farm viability, farmland access, and tax policies. At the state level, AFT had a direct role in the creation of 30 farmland protection programs and numerous current use taxation programs—and has successfully championed a wide range of legislation that has advanced conservation practice adoption, farmland retention and access, and farm viability.

AFT is currently preparing a multiyear strategy aimed at advancing agricultural policy at both the state and federal level, including through the next Farm Bill. To achieve these goals, AFT has been expanding its policy team, which currently includes the Vice President of Policy, Senior Policy Advisor, Senior Policy Manager for Conservation & Energy, and Farm Viability Policy Manager, as well as additional policy staff in several states/regions, and consultant support. We are seeking a National Policy Director to expand synergies between our state and federal policy work, increase the capacity of the national team, and provide additional strategic leadership and management.

Reporting to the Vice President of Policy, the National Policy Director position offers an exciting opportunity to shape and carry out the policy agenda of a growing, forward-looking agricultural conservation organization. In addition to working with AFT’s federal and regional/state policy teams, this role will work closely with AFT’s program, communications, and research staff.

This position is not place-based and can be performed remotely. However, if performed remotely, applicants should expect to occasionally travel (15%) for key meetings, stakeholder engagements, board meetings, etc.

Qualifications

Strong desire to advance AFT’s mission by developing supportive policy grounded in research findings.

Proven track record of delivering superior results and assuming leadership roles in advancing policy.

Knowledge of state and/or federal legislative processes as well as state and/or federal agency policy-making processes.

Demonstrated strategic planning and project management skills and experience collaborating with diverse teams of colleagues, staff, and partners with flexibility and creativity.

Experience in developing partnerships with relevant stakeholders, such as farmers and ranchers, non-profits, the scientific community, corporations, and government agencies.

Skill in translating complex issues and policy to diverse audiences in writing as well as through meetings and presentations.

Desire to work as part of a highly collaborative team that values communication, transparency, and constructive debate.

Strong writing and editing skills, including real-time group editing of documents.

Willingness to work around a demanding schedule and deadlines.

Self-motivated, organized, and able to stay on task when managing multiple projects.

Commitment to expanding representation within AFT and across the agriculture and food system.

Ability to travel throughout country as needed (up to 15%).

If appropriate, ability to work effectively from home.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with state and/or federal agricultural programs related to conservation, farmland protection, farm viability, and/or farmland access.
Experience in state policy development, implementation, or advocacy.
Existing relationships with relevant national or regional stakeholder groups, legislative staff, and/or agency staff.
Budget development and management of projects and programs.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field such as public policy, political science, agriculture, or environmental science.

At least 10 years of total experience in state and/or federal policy, with 6 years relevant to agricultural viability, conservation, and/or farmland protection (experience can be substituted with post graduate degrees, fellowships, leadership programs, etc.).

Compensation

The salary for this role is $120,000 annually.

Travel

This position is NOT required to be in the Washington, DC area. However, applicants should expect to travel up to 15% of the time, including to the national office, regional offices, and elsewhere in the country.

The R Street Institute—a free-market think tank headquartered in Washington, D.C. with staff across the country and beyond—seeks a Policy Director to lead and grow our Energy and Environment program. This is a senior leadership role with three equally important dimensions: driving substantive policy research and thought leadership, managing and developing a talented team, and building the philanthropic relationships and resources that sustain the program’s long-term ambitions. Candidates who excel in only one or two of these dimensions are unlikely to be the right fit.

The selected candidate will be the leader and chief visionary of R Street’s energy program. The program, currently our second oldest, maintains a full-time staff and draws support from a broad range of well-known corporate and foundation donors. The ideal candidate should take seriously both the importance of free markets in maintaining a prosperous society and the risks created by climate change. You will report to the Vice President of Organizational Performance and Advancement and work in close collaboration with our Executive Leadership, Business Development, Government Affairs, Communications, and Editorial teams.

No two weeks at R Street are the same, but a typical day may include:

Meeting with a foundation program officer to present the program’s research roadmap and explore multi-year funding opportunities.
Reviewing and strengthening an analyst’s explainer on transmission planning or interconnection reform.
Drafting public comments in response to a Federal Energy Regulatory Commission notice of public rulemaking.
Coordinating with Business Development to create a grant proposal.
Speaking with coalition partners or policymakers about permitting modernization or market design.
Working with Communications to sharpen talking points for an upcoming media appearance.
Coaching a fellow to focus their analysis and elevate their writing on climate change adaptation.

Skills and qualifications: The following reflect our priorities for this role, in roughly descending order of importance.

Education
No particular educational background is required. We value demonstrated results over credentials.
Mission alignment
Genuine enthusiasm for R Street’s commitment to free markets and limited, effective government.

Fundraising and donor development experience
A track record of cultivating relationships with philanthropic and corporate funders and closing support for policy or research programs. Comfort with the full donor lifecycle, from prospecting through stewardship, is essential.
People and project leadership
Experience managing staff and guiding their professional development. Proven ability to oversee multi-stakeholder projects from scoping through delivery.
Fluency in energy and environmental public policy
Deep substantive knowledge across at least one of the program’s three pillars, with the ability to engage credibly across all three.
Writing and editing excellence
Top-tier writing skills and the ability to translate complex analysis for policymakers and general audiences.
Analytical range
Comfort synthesizing research across methods common to the program (e.g., literature review, secondary analysis, descriptive statistics, case studies). Familiarity with econometric approaches is a plus.
Relationship breadth
Demonstrated ability to work productively across ideological and stakeholder lines, including with those with whom you may disagree.
Entrepreneurial judgment
A self-starter orientation, strong situational judgment, and the ability to set and defend priorities under competing demands.
Strong attention to detail.
Vigilance against ninja infiltrations and a sense of humor.

The salary range for this position is $185,000–$200,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Midwest Environmental Advocates (MEA) is hiring a Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney.

MEA is a nonprofit law center that combines the power of law with the resolve of communities facing environmental injustice to secure and protect the rights of all people to healthy water, land, and air. We provide legal services to communities with environmental concerns. We build their power by enhancing their know-how and by working collaboratively to create opportunities for their voices to impact legal and policy outcomes.

MEA has a broad portfolio of high-impact litigation. Our work focuses on the protection of the Great Lakes, opposing fossil fuel infrastructure, mitigating climate change, upholding the Public Trust Doctrine, supporting the environmental sovereignty of Native Nations, and strengthening policy and regulatory responses to water contamination. Visit our website at midwestadvocates.org to learn more.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Awareness of and respect for the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse backgrounds and knowledge of or connection to communities that have historically been denied meaningful input into environmental decision-making.
A commitment to environmental stewardship and public interest law.
Exceptional writing, research, analytical, and public speaking skills.
High-level organizational and time management skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently to manage multiple goals while effectively communicating and collaborating within a team structure.
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the state of Wisconsin (or the willingness to become a member of the Wisconsin bar upon hire).
A track record of effective collaboration within organizations and coalitions.
Neither previous environmental law experience nor post-law school legal experience is required to be considered for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Four or more years of legal experience in the areas of Wisconsin administrative law and/or environmental law. Experience with energy law, appellate practice, Federal Indian law, or Tribal law is a plus.
High-level litigation skills, including case investigation, brief writing, pre-trial preparation, oral advocacy and trials, and settlement negotiations, showing a track record of success, increasing independence, and responsibility.
Experience supervising and mentoring law students and young attorneys.
Scientific literacy and ability to work with scientific experts to digest complex issues.
Experience in policy development, analysis, and review.

COMPENSATION

Candidates may be considered for either the Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney title based on criteria outlined in an internal rubric. Compensation for both roles will reflect experience and qualifications. The salary range for the positions is $70,000 to $110,000 per year. In addition, MEA offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, long-term disability, and a retirement plan with employer match. We offer flexible telework policies; however, this is not a remote position.

Fort Greene Park Conservancy (FGPC) seeks an Environmental Justice Fellow!

The Environmental Justice (EJ) Fellow will play an important role in our mission to enrich and nurture Fort Greene Park, supporting park stewardship and environmental programming, such as Green Team, a teen environmental education program, while furthering their own research.

Candidates must commit to approaching their work through a DEI lens, prioritizing FGPC’s values and mission in their work.
Job Responsibilities & Areas of Learning

The Fellow will work closely with the Fort Greene Park Conservancy’s Program Team, Environmental Programs Manager, Green Team Advisory Committee, as well as FGPC and NYC Parks staff. Candidates must be available to work 9 am-5 pm, Tuesday-Saturday, from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The EJ Fellow will conduct park assessments and program support/documentation services, with responsibilities generally falling into the areas below. Percentages are approximate and may shift based on seasonality, ongoing programming, and project needs.
Environmental Program Support & Administration (50%)

Support planning and day-to-day implementation of Green Team sessions and related youth stewardship programming (Green Team, volunteering, Young Naturalists)

Provide direct support to cohort members (project development, goal tracking, reflection/documentation, and preparation for presentations)

Lead or co-lead on-site projects, sessions, and field trips as needed

Maintain park infrastructure developed by Green Team, as needed

Provide feedback to the FGPC staff on program strengths and opportunities for improvement

Community Stakeholder Coordination (35%)

Support outreach and recruitment for Green Team and connected youth programming

Assist with Green Team field trips, guest speakers, and partner engagement in collaboration with FGPC staff

Coordinate Advisory Committee meetings (scheduling, agendas, notes/follow-ups, tracking action items)

Support the development of Green Team Alumni Retention Network

Co-administer Park User Engagement Survey campaign

Support Conservancy special events (5 per year)

Attend community board and local partner events as needed

Environmental Justice Community Work (15%)

Develop a workshop, campaign, publication, or mutually agreed upon initiative that would benefit the fellow, or an environmental advocacy project utilizing Fort Greene Park as the case study. The fellow will have a $2,500 project budget

The Fellow will have the support of Conservancy Staff to execute their project. Staff will review and assist the fellow as needed

Develop/maintain park study spreadsheets, Google Forms, and relevant documentation of park stewardship and garden upkeep

Research and data collection on Park User engagement, among other topics

Qualifications

1+ years of experience working with teens and young adults ages 14–19

2+ years of experience in environmental education, farm and/or garden education, or park volunteer leadership

Required computer skills: G-Suite Apps (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Classroom, Google Meeting), Zoom are preferred

Proficient in environmental justice, climate justice, sustainability, and/or ecology concepts

Familiarity with Monday, Asana, or other workplace management tools preferred

Ability to take on physical, outdoor work, including heavy lifting (30+ lbs)

Knowledge of green infrastructure and urban green spaces is a plus

Familiarity with Fort Greene and the surrounding neighborhoods is a plus

Individuals from marginalized/historically underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to submit their qualifications.

Salary: $60,000

The Center for Water Policy at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s School of Freshwater Sciences is seeking to hire a Water Policy Specialist. The Center’s mission is to provide world class interdisciplinary solutions to resolve regional, national and international problems related to the protection, restoration and conservation of freshwater resources to ensure long term environmental health and quality of life.

The Water Policy Specialist will work with the Center and its affiliated faculty to conduct applied law and policy research on wicked water dilemmas. The Water Policy Specialist may work with interdisciplinary research teams and interact with the public and private sector to inform policy making. This position will involve a hybrid of project design and management, legal research and writing for public and academic audiences, student supervision, and outreach.

Projects will depend on the candidate’s background and interests but will likely include: water justice and equity; water infrastructure and climate resiliency; public access to coastal resources; sustainable freshwater management practices; innovation in the water sector; and integrating water data into decision-making. Central to these projects will be an overarching emphasis on interdisciplinary collaborative research, including engagement with teams of affiliated faculty, regulators, students, and public stakeholders. The Water Policy Specialist may also work on other water and/or related initiatives within the Center, depending on program needs throughout the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

JD required. Candidate must hold this advanced degree by the time of position start date (August 2026).

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD (or equivalent international degree) a plus;
At least two years of experience working on environmental (preferably water) law and policy (may have been obtained while a student);
Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills;
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate clearly, listen actively, interact with a variety of audiences, and share knowledge and information effectively;
Excellent organizational skills;
Self-starter able to prioritize and function both independently and collaboratively;
Demonstrated ability to finish projects and deliver on commitments;
Interest in learning about unfamiliar disciplines;• Confidence to take risks by exploring and testing new ideas;
Background in water or environmental science, water equity and justice, environmental economics, environmental design, or engineering are desirable;
Experience demonstrating an ability to work with people from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds and policy perspectives;
Experience and commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion; and
Passion for improving the world while maintaining a sense of humor.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. The anticipated salary range is $56,650-$62,652, though the successful candidate could be hired below or above this range depending on qualifications. This is a 100% time, one-year term position, with the possibility of renewal.

The Legislative Specialist’s mission is to help Ocean Conservancy’s government relations team be the most organized and effective force for ocean conservation. This position provides policy, logistical and institutional support to the Government Relations (GR) team and Ocean Conservancy (OC), as a whole, with significant areas of responsibility and the opportunity to take on visible, high-profile projects. Notable areas of responsibility include managing an array of systems that keep the GR team and Ocean Conservancy informed and organized, managing OC’s lobbying disclosure and tracking systems, developing policy and legislative analysis materials, making policy recommendations and helping develop and manage significant events like fly-ins, hill briefings, receptions, Q&A sessions with members of congress, etc.

The Legislative Specialist may also provide some support and project management for other cross-cutting functions outside of the GR team, such as the the International Government Relations (IGR) team. In addition, this individual will provide support to Ocean Conservancy’s VP of External affairs. They will be responsible for advocacy strategy development and lobbying execution for a small portfolio of specific issues that can be determined based on both the needs of the institution and interest of the individual in this role. Below is an overview of the key areas of responsibility.

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Basic knowledge of federal legislative process and the operations of not-for-profit advocacy organizations is required.
Some experience in advocacy and/or lobbying strategy development and tactical execution.
Ability to meet deadlines and to complete work in a thorough and professional manner; attention to detail. Strong communication and organization skills and the ability to coordinate multiple tasks from a variety of staff simultaneously with minimum supervision.
Working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office suite.
Previous political or public policy internship or work experience, especially on Capitol Hill, is preferred.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Bachelor’s degree in political science, environmental science, or another related field, or equivalent years of professional administrative support experience.

COMPENSATION

Ocean Conservancy is committed to fair pay practices and posts expected salary ranges for each of its positions. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s specialty skills, years of experience, location, and unique background. The expected minimum salary is $65,000. We would welcome the opportunity to connect with potential candidates whose salary requirements may be outside of the expected range.

California Farm Bureau is seeking a skilled and mission driven Natural Resources Staff Attorney to support our work securing the best farm/ranch future for Farm Bureau members. This role serves as a key legal resource on issues involving the use, management, and protection of natural resources – especially land, water, wildlife, and environmental compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong natural resources or environmental law experience along with a positive attitude, a collaborative mindset, and a strong team player approach that fosters effective partnerships across the organization and contributes to a supportive, solution-oriented work environment.

The attorney will work closely with General Counsel and the legal advocacy team, Farm Bureau members, internal teams, county Farm Bureaus and the policy advocacy team to ensure agricultural operations can thrive while navigating California’s highly complex regulatory environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active license to practice law in California.
Minimum 3 years of experience in natural resources, environmental, water, or land use law.
Strong knowledge of federal and California environmental statutes, regulations, and permitting processes.
Experience in administrative proceedings or litigation preferred.
Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills.
Ability to manage a diverse caseload and adapt to shifting priorities.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working with agricultural interests, public agencies, water districts, conservation organizations, or energy developers.
Knowledge of California water law, endangered species compliance, renewable energy siting, forestry issues, or air and water quality regulations.
Advanced degree or significant coursework in environmental or natural resources law.
Familiarity with Westlaw, LexisNexis, and environmental compliance tools.

SALARY RANGE: $105,000.00 to 125,000.00

The Nature Conservancy in New Hampshire is seeking a motivated policy strategist and relationship builder who is eager to help develop and deliver high-impact conservation strategies that advance the Nature Conservancy’s mission in the Granite State and across the U.S.

The Policy Associate serves as a liaison and informational contact between the organization, elected officials, state agencies and partner organizations. They are responsible for leading strategic policy initiatives that advance TNC’s science-driven goals for land and natural resource protection, freshwater and coastal restoration, and climate resilience. They will excel at building and sustaining relationships with internal staff, volunteers as well as key partners to achieve conservation outcomes.

We’re Looking for You:

The Policy Associate reports to the Deputy State Director and works to develop and execute collaborative and integrated policy and government relations strategies across conservation initiatives.

Working with conservation practitioners across the organization, they will develop The Nature Conservancy in New Hampshire’s policy platform. They will build and facilitate internal and external networks to advance The Nature Conservancy’s policy priorities in New Hampshire and with the New Hampshire Congressional delegation. They will be a registered lobbyist in New Hampshire, working to influence the outcome of priority initiatives with state legislators, agency leadership and with local officials. They assure compliance with federal and state lobbying laws and regulations, and may manage contracts, interns and volunteers towards focused outcomes.

The Policy Associate will have responsibility for developing works plans that align with organizational policy goals. They will evaluate outcomes and adjust priorities and strategies to ensure successful short-term, intermediate and long-lasting results. Working closely with the Deputy State Director on overall strategy and priority setting, they will be responsible for financial management of the policy program budget and communicating the policy portfolio to organization leadership and staff.

What You’ll Bring:

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Fluency in English.

Experience researching information from divergent sources and compiling it into a cohesive reporting structure.

Experience with legislative, planning, policy or corporate initiatives at two or more of the following levels: international, country, sub-national, or local.

Experience presenting to and communicating with government or corporate staff and/or program leadership.

Experience building relationships with and influencing decisions of partners/government agencies and the corporate sector.

Ability to travel primarily within New Hampshire with a valid driver’s license, and be in person in Concord, NH routinely.

Desired Qualifications:

Knowledge of current and evolving trends in conservation policy.

Familiarity with public funding mechanisms and sources.

Experience managing and leveraging complex projects and programs for larger-scale impact.

Ability to understand, apply and leverage science for conservation policy impact.

Capable and comfortable making timely, strategic decisions with incomplete information.

Familiarity with social, economic and political conditions in New Hampshire and the Northeast.

Political savvy with the ability to assess core concerns and values that drive action; ability to prioritize, negotiate and compromise towards the best possible outcome.

Experience coordinating complex projects in a decentralized organization, working across teams, operating units and functions to achieve optimal results.

Experience negotiating complex agreements and contracts.

Self-starting, independent worker who can thrive in a decentralized organization with minimal oversight.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $76,000-$84,000 annually.

Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) seeks a legislative assistant to manage a policy portfolio that spans agriculture, energy, and environment. This individual will advise and brief the Senator; work closely with constituents and stakeholders across the state; support the Senator’s work on the Agriculture, Energy and Water, and Interior Appropriations Subcommittees; proactively identify opportunities to draft, introduce, and secure the passage of legislation through a variety of legislative vehicles; supervise a legislative aide/correspondent; and work on other related issues as assigned.

Ideal candidates have excellent writing, analytical, communication, and organizational skills; outstanding interpersonal skills and a desire to engage and advocate for constituents across a diverse state; strong issue-spotting skills; experience managing a large portfolio with competing priorities; and the ability to operate effectively under tight deadlines. Prior Senate experience is preferred but not required. This is a senior-level position with an expected starting annual salary between $85,000 to $100,000 and eligibility for additional benefits.

The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.