Job Tag: Law/Policy

Senator Michael Bennet, chair of the Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Conservation, Climate, Forestry and Natural Resources seeks a Senior Policy Advisor to handle the agriculture, rural, and natural resources portfolios. This senior level policy position will be responsible for overseeing all Agriculture Committee business, monitoring pending legislation in assigned issues areas; drafting bills and amendments; identifying legislative priorities; developing legislative proposals and strategies; providing vote recommendations; engaging with relevant Committee, House and Senate staff and key state and national stakeholders; and providing written and oral briefings to the Senator.

Western ties, a graduate degree, and Hill experience are all a plus. Ideal candidates are hardworking and detail-oriented self-starters; team players, able to work both collaboratively and individually; excellent oral and written communicators, with superior research skills; able to produce high quality work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines; enthusiastic, collegial, and professional.

Our Office prioritizes building a diverse team. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to le*****************@***********te.gov. Please list Ag Advisor and the job referral number 231101 in the subject line.

The mission of Texas Climate Jobs Project is to advance a pro-climate, pro-worker agenda in Texas. Through innovative research and policy development; popular education; community engagement; advocacy; and strategic coalition building and partnerships, Texas Climate Jobs Project is engaging in collective action to win substantive changes that both protect the climate and create good local jobs.

The Job

The Deputy Director of Research and Policy is a full-time, exempt leadership position at Texas Climate Jobs Project responsible for supervising staff. Responsibilities include:

Research and Policy Formulation: Work with organizers, researchers, and labor organizations to develop strategic research and policy that helps benefit all Texas clean energy workers and advance our organizing efforts.
Campaigns, Advocacy, Outreach and Education: Work with staff and key allies, including our advisory board, to develop strategic advocacy/action campaigns to advance the goals of the organization; building and implementing a vision of a robust community/labor partnership centered on our pro-worker, pro-climate agenda; and representing the organization in governmental and public forums.
Federal Grant Management: Experience with managing federally funded projects is a plus.
Staff Supervision and Professional Development: Develop research and policy programs and support a team of researchers to execute those programs
Administration and Operations: Work with the Research Director and Operations Director to help support effective administrative and operations functions, including payroll, tax obligations, financial records, grant management, ethics compliance and more.
Other duties and responsibilities as needed

Primary Characteristics and Experience

The Deputy Director of Research and Policy should be an experienced, passionate advocate for a progressive economic agenda, a deep believer in the power of unions to lead on economic and climate issues, and committed to meet the existential threat of both global climate change and economic inequality with bold, transformative solutions.

In addition, the Deputy Director of Research and Policy should have:

Demonstrated experience formulating, analyzing, drafting, and educating decision makers on strategic research with an emphasis on labor, workforce development, climate, and/or energy
Substantial experience in labor, grassroots and/or community research, policy, campaigns, or related experience, with experience in supporting strategic organizing and building out effective community/labor partnerships a significant plus;
Demonstrated leadership and management experience, with non-profit management a significant plus;
Strong experience with legislative and policy advocacy at all levels of government, preferably in Texas;
Deep knowledge and demonstrated commitment to the labor movement, preferably in Texas;
Knowledge of the Texas landscape for social and political movements is a plus;
Excellent communication skills: verbal and listening, writing, outgoing presentation, and the passion and presence to be a dynamic leader;
Successful track record in fundraising/development and experience engaging donors of all levels;
An understanding of sound nonprofit business and financial practices; demonstrated financial and budgeting skills.

This is a grant funded position expected to end in January 2026, with the possibility of continuation contingent on additional grant funding for this position at that time.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to in**@***********bs.org with “Deputy Director of Research and Policy” in the subject line. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

Texas Climate Jobs Project & Fair Shot Texas are committed to Equal Opportunity, and to considering applicants of all ages, races, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, ethnicities, and religions. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences with a commitment to building collective union power and working for a better Texas to apply.

Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) is currently seeking a Certification Manager to work with the certification team. GBCI is the premier certification body responsible for global delivery and quality oversight of green building and green business sustainability standards. Its integrated team of green building specialists administers credentials and certifications for the U.S. Green Building Council (LEED), the International WELL Building Institute (WELL Building Standard), International Finance Corporation (EDGE), PEER, Sustainable SITES, TRUE Zero Waste, and IREE.

The Certification Manager is an integral member of the team focused on managing and scaling new certification programs, enhancing customer experience, and educating the marketplace.

Specific Responsibilities:

Manage GBCI verification efforts for USGBC’s new performance-based portfolio verification program, including strategy, integration, quality control, reviews, and contractor management to maintain program integrity, customer trust and brand loyalty
Serve as the primary GBCI Certification program liaison for all internal and external stakeholders, contractors, and customers
Serve as primary GBCI subject matter expert and participate in quality control, verification review efforts, and escalated customer service
Support business development and customer engagement efforts to cultivate long-term relationships
Collect and synthesize customer feedback to inform verification programs, processes, and the development of new systems and tools
Evolve the verification process to ensure seamless adaptability of the system to projects located in United States or anywhere globally.
Manage program updates to public-facing verification guidance and tools
Work with certification operations team to optimize program operations and tools, drive program effectiveness, and increase efficiency
Regularly report program status, key performance indicators and lessons learnt to GBCI management and global market development teams.
Provide technical customer service support, as needed

Experience Requirements:

Experience with certification programs/conformity assessment (ISO 17029 preferred)
Strong knowledge of the synergies between built environment, natural environment, social systems, equity, resilience, and climate change
Specialization and detailed technical understanding of and experience with one or more of the following topics: high-performance buildings, portfolio and real estate management, ESG, triple bottom line approaches to sustainability, energy and water efficiency, greenhouse gas accounting, climate risk assessments, emergency and safety plans, codes and ordinances.
Ability to read, understand and interpret community, city, and national policy, state and federal regulations, incentives, programming, and planning documents, site plans, , construction specifications and operational policies.
Detailed technical understanding of and experience with common codes, guides, rating systems, and standards relevant to specialty, (e.g., LEED, GRESB, ENERGY STAR, GHG Protocol, ASHRAE, BREEAM, Green Globes, TNFD, GRI, etc.)

Other Required Skills and Qualifications:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Passion and commitment to USGBC mission
Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high quality work
Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Energetic, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize
Willingness and ability to self-initiate
Excellent ability to clearly explain advanced technical issues in manner that is easily understood
Ability to work well both independently and on teams
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office suite and LEED Online
Support GBCI’s mission to become the premier organization independently recognizing excellence in green building performance and practice globally
Encourage and accelerate global adoption of sustainable development and green building practices through various sustainability standards, tools, and performance criteria

Education and Training Requirements/Preferences:

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in a field of study related to one or more of the following specialties:

Commercial Real Estate Management/Business Administration
Planning (urban/transportation/environmental planning, urban design)
Architecture (architecture, landscape architecture, interior design)
Engineering (mechanical, civil, structural)
Sustainable Built Environment
Public Policy/Administration
Construction Management (or associated discipline)
Environmental/Sustainability Science (ecology, biology, environmental management)

Currently licensed professional in specialty area preferred. Other professional certifications as relevant to area of expertise.
LEED GA required, LEED AP with specialty preferred (BD+C, ID+C, O+M, ND)

Fredrikson & Byron is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally.

Overview:

We are seeking an associate with 3-6 years of experience to support Fredrikson’s growing environmental practice on a wide range of environmental regulatory compliance, enforcement and litigation, brownfield redevelopment, and real property and M&A transactional matters.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience advising on matters involving federal environmental laws as well as experience or strong interest in matters involving Minnesota or Wisconsin environmental regulatory programs. Given the makeup of Fredrikson’s environmental group and Fredrikson’s client base, substantive experience in both environmental regulatory compliance and transactional matters is a plus.

We will consider candidates interested in working from our Madison or Minneapolis offices.

Our Ideal Candidates Will Have:

3-6 years of experience with federal environmental laws and regulations as well as experience with or demonstrated interest in environmental regulatory programs in Minnesota or Wisconsin
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, research, oral communication and writing skills
Strong academic background
J.D. from an ABA-Accredited Law School
Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and ability to be promptly admitted in the state of Wisconsin

Job Summary

This position provides coordination of potential, persistent, and emerging contaminants (PPEC) policy. The focus of the coordination is to ensure that the unit, section, and division are appropriately considering human health and environmental impacts, Agency program needs, and other relevant information in prioritizing the revision and development of water quality standards and the progress of work on potential, persistent and emerging contaminants. The incumbent also is regularly assigned high-priority planning and reporting projects.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of advanced professional-level environmental protection or pollution control experience which includes working knowledge of water resource concerns, hydrology, and understanding of water pollution control science and technology (e.g., advanced professional level experience is equivalent to Senior Environmental Specialist/Environmental Specialist 3 level work.) Experience must include support for public policy, engagement with the legislature, or implementing environmental rules or statutes.

Accomplished project skills sufficient to complete a number of high-level public policy projects.

Demonstrated problem-solving skills, both laterally and vertically, to determine appropriate actions.

Technical and administrative writing skills for report composition and professional correspondence as necessary to organize and effectively present ideas and information to the intended audience.

Proficiency in office computer skills.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications

A degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science, environmental health, soils, geology, the aquatic sciences, or a related field is preferred.

Working knowledge of a variety of chemicals, their uses in commerce, their environmental behavior and their health and ecological effects.

Understanding of federal and state laws, including the Clean Water Act, the Toxic Substances Control Act, the Minnesota Toxic Free Kids Act, the Minnesota Clean Water, Land and Legacy Act and Amendment, the state Administrative Procedures Act, the roles and responsibilities of Minnesota agencies, and the legislative process.

Working knowledge of pollution prevention and green chemistry principles.

Familiarity with continuous improvement tools and techniques such as process mapping.

Working knowledge of the procurement and contracting process for purposes of procuring facilities and services for stakeholder participation.

Listening, speaking and writing skills in scientific/technical and policy fields to organize and effectively present information in a manner appropriate for the intended audience.

Accomplished leadership, planning, multi-tasking and organizational skills necessary to set and meet priorities, goals and objectives, monitor work, make decisions and follow up on implementation.

Ability to work in a team setting and collaborate with peers as well as to work independently under pressure and time constraints.
Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and walk and step over obstacles in uneven terrain. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders and boxes, tools, or heavier materials with help from others and/or moving light objects frequently. A job in this category may require maintaining a stationary position to a significant degree or may involve a certain amount of moving necessary in carrying out job duties.
Additional Requirements

Position duties may require travel but driving is not a minimum qualification or essential function of this position. Employees who may drive for state business will need their driver’s license checked prior to operating a state vehicle.

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

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

POSITION SUMMARY
The Staff or Senior Attorney will work as part of a team in the Center’s Public Lands Law Center using law, science, media outreach and advocacy to protect the environment. The Public Lands Law Center is focused on protecting federal public lands from all types of environmentally destructive develop and activities, including from fossil fuels, mining, grazing, logging, and motorized recreation. Attorneys within the Center’s Public Lands Law Center bring cutting edge cases that are designed to have a conservation impact that addresses key threats to federal public lands and biodiversity. The main duties of this role include impact litigation, administrative advocacy, and advancing environmental campaigns. The ideal candidate will have excellent research, writing, and public speaking skills with an ability to think strategically and creatively. Staff and Senior attorneys are motivated and use their experience in law and activism to develop cases and win campaigns. The working environment is dynamic, exciting and supportive.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Litigate cases in federal court under environmental statutes and regulations, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered Species Act, National Forest Management Act, Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.
Identify and develop prospective cases through administrative actions to further the program’s goals;
Draft comments on proposed rules and environmental review documents;
Act as the Center’s representative for federal public land cases where the Center is represented by outside counsel;
Seek to intervene on behalf of the Center in state and industry cases that pose threats to federal public lands;
Advocate for conservation policies, including through oral testimony, policy analysis, petitions for rulemaking, and effective communications;
Engage in media advocacy by writing press releases, crafting op-eds, developing relationships with media contacts, and delivering effective, timely statements to reporters;
Raise awareness among the public and opinion leaders through campaign activities such as public speaking, action alerts, reports, and meetings;
Build and maintain relationships with partner organizations, coalitions, government officials, and scientists;
Produce consistently high-quality work, including typically delivering weekly legal work such as a brief, memo, petition, technical comment letter, or oral argument as needed;
May include supervision of law clerks and legal fellows;
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

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

The Frederick County Division of Parks & Recreation is committed to the highest level of care of our natural and historic resources while making the park facilities and recreational programs available to all. We believe that the benefits of parks & recreation are far reaching and vital to each and every individual, family, and community in Frederick County.

This position will perform a wide variety of duties providing park security presence, monitoring visitor activities, and performing opening/closing duties, to include basic custodial tasks for visitor use at various County parks. Work is performed at times when needed to assure patrol coverage, facility protection and to enhance visitor safety on Frederick County Park property and must be completed in all types of weather conditions. Supervision is received from the Park Ranger Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Communicate with the public on matters of park rules and regulations; write citations as needed
Patrol and inspect assigned park areas (on foot, on bicycle, or in County vehicle) to provide visible security for park users and park facilities
Open parks, assess park grounds and shelters to determine if maintenance/clean-up is needed prior to visitor use; perform clean-up tasks to include trash pick-up/removal, bathroom cleaning and servicing, shelter cleaning, and basic mechanical work
Secure parks at closing time by ensuring that all visitors have left, all buildings are secure, and gates are locked
Monitor security cameras and report any suspicious activity to the Supervisor or Frederick County Sheriff’s Office
Conduct routine checks of facility conditions, lighting, cleanliness and safety/emergency equipment
Assist with crowd control and parking at large park events and provide emergency assistance to park patrons, as needed
Provide park patrons with information pertaining to facility reservations, Parks and Recreation events and other available activities
Assist with reservation conflicts, maintenance issues, safety issues and facility rental concerns
Maintain and submit a daily activity shift summary, incident reports, vandalism reports and other paperwork
Maintain assigned vehicle in presentable appearance/condition
Assist in the identification of park security issues and recommend resolution strategies
Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Minimum age 18 years
High school graduation or the equivalent
Minimum 6 months of closely related park ranger, natural resource conservation, or law enforcement work experience OR 1 year of customer service work experience
Possession of a valid automobile operator’s license
Current certifications in First Aid and CPR, or the ability to become certified within 90 days of hire and to maintain certifications thereafter

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Ability to obtain and maintain a Frederick County Employee Driving Permit
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
Effective spoken and written (English) communication skills including the ability to accurately maintain schedules and complete forms and reports, and to provide information and direction to park users
Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment
Demonstrate independent judgment with the ability to recognize and approach potentially dangerous situations and utilize conflict resolution skills
Ability to represent the division and Frederick County in a positive manner
Ability to work unsupervised while maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity and self-motivation
Ability to maintain professional attitude, appearance, manner and actions while on duty

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly walk, move, or traverse and drive; frequently sit, stoop. kneel, or crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds.
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work outdoors, walk on uneven ground, in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, and cold temperatures below 32 degrees, and in dirty and dusty environments; frequently work indoors.
Physical requirements include the ability to walk/run through cleared or wooded park areas; to work outside in all weather conditions; to open, close, lock and otherwise secure gates, doors and other such devices; to complete basic custodial and maintenance tasks. If assigned to patrol by use of bicycle, must be physically able to perform those duties as well.
Ability and willingness to work in adverse driving conditions

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

Ability and willingness to successfully complete law enforcement training and other job-related training
Available for varied weekday and/or weekend schedule as needed to accommodate park hours, seasonal activities, holidays and special events; typical summer coverage weekdays (4:00 p.m. – 12: 30 a.m.), weekends (4:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.); typical winter coverage weekdays (4:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.), weekends (4:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.)
Available on-call for emergency situations and special staffing needs
This position is subject to random drug testing

The Coordinator for Sustainability and Outdoor Programs is responsible for supporting the growth and development of Harvard College’s sustainability initiatives and outdoor programs through the lens of student engagement. This position will also assist the First-Year Outdoor Program Director in the management and execution of the First-Year Outdoor Program. This position is responsible for supporting Student Engagement’s sustainability initiatives including supporting student organizations, student events, and student leadership programs. The coordinator serves as a team member responsible for planning weekend trips, extended break trips, speaker programs, film events, and social programs. This position is a 2-year term-position.

Position Description

First-Year Outdoor Program (30%)

Advise and support the First-Year Outdoor Program Steering Committee and Leader Corps by guiding program development and participant engagement. The Steering Committee is responsible for reviewing and editing long-term program goals such as sustainability, EDI initiatives, new trip offerings and updating FOP policy, as well as shorter term projects like selecting and training new leaders, confirming itineraries of current trips, managing FOP swag, and managing program outreach through social media, email, and our website. The Sustainability coordinator will work with the FOP Director to support the SC in these initiatives as well as leadership development for the SC members. The LC is responsible for attending trainings, facilitating trainings (for returning leaders), gaining relevant certifications to safely operate, and facilitating the actual trips we lead in the field. The Sustainability Coordinator will work with the FOP director in designing and implementing these trainings, training LC facilitators to deliver good curriculum, working on additional LC leadership development initiatives, and co-facilitating logistical and emergency support for trips in the field. Thier role as an advisor focuses on helping these students to accomplish their goals as Steering Committee members and Leader Corps members.

Work with the FOP Director to directly facilitate leadership training programs and initiatives for the First-Year Outdoor Program Steering Committee and Leader Corps. They will assist in the development and delivery of leadership curriculum for both SC and LC. Their role as a facilitator involves being physically present and delivering curriculum to our SC and LC.

Each year there is a rigorous application for becoming a fop leader with more than double the amount of applicants as we have open spaces for. This position will assist the First-Year Outdoor Program Director in selecting, training, and developing members of the Steering Committee and Leader Corps. They will be in the room for the decision process and be an active part of FOP’s consensus-based model for leader decisions.

Trip & Outdoor Operations Management (30%)

Manage logistical operations and expand offerings of Harvard Outdoor Programs in collaboration with the First-Year Outdoor Program Director. Logistical operations of Harvard Outdoor Programs include transportation, food, equipment, permits, campsites, lodging, and working with community partners for our on campus events and off campus camping trips.

Planning operations include identifying and securing the necessary and appropriate transportation, lodging resources, as well as emergency response protocols for the trip leaders and participants.

Work with student gear managers and the FOP Director to purchase, maintain and ensure the safety of all the equipment for both the rental & trip programs. They will be providing training to student gear managers on the proper use and maintenance of our equipment, applying for wholesale purchasing deals from our gear suppliers, and completing purchases of new gear.

Coordinator will manage equipment inventory by tracking purchase, use, maintenance, and student feedback data over time to determine future gear purchases and decommissioning old or unsafe equipment.

Manage the student gear managers to ensure a high quality of repair, and instruction for users.

Track and process all trip and FOP related expenses and payments to both vendors and individuals in accordance with University Financial policies and procedures.

See remaining responsibilities in Additional Information section

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.

One to three years of experience in the outdoor industry facilitating outdoor education. Experience as a direct in-the-field facilitator for outdoor trips is required. Experience managing the administration of a program, preferably in the outdoor industry, is also required for this role.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Master’s Degree preferred.

Demonstrated experience engaging, advising, collaborating, and cultivating connections with college-aged populations.

A strong understanding of sustainability and impact on communities

Experience working with outdoor education and sustainability initiatives.

Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required.

Certificates and Licenses

Yes: Driver’s License with clean record for the past 2 years

Physical Requirements

Lifting, walking, and hiking long distances outdoors.
A fully packed pack on one of our trips can be between 50-70 lbs.
The equipment in the gear room ranges from less than one pound for single items, 20-40 pounds for a fully loaded bin of gear, and over 100 pounds to be carried by two people for a fully loaded bin of food.
The distances on our trips range from 1-3 miles of walking per day to 9-11 miles of walking per day with considerable elevation gain on these hikes (1000-4000 feet of elevation gain depending on itinerary).

Working Conditions

Office & frequently outside coordinating numerous outdoor trips throughout the fall and spring semester (day trips and single night overnights with the potential for longer trips facilitated over official school breaks),
8-10 training trips in May, as well as 40-50 FOP trips in August.

Additional Information

Risk Management & Safety (15%)

Collaborate with First-Year Outdoor Program Directors to maintain and enhance the risk management and safety protocols of outdoor trips in accordance with industry best practices. This includes annual policy updates, improving trainings and additional in-the-field experience for our leaders, improving systems of communication for logistical and emergency response for trips in the field, and analyzing incident data and feedback each year to identify and rectify policies or practices that may have contributed to incidents in the field.

Aid in organizing and facilitating Wilderness First Responder and Wilderness First Aid courses for student leaders, working with contractors from certification organizations such as NOLS or SOLO, and assisting in the delivery of the curriculum. The Sustainability coordinator should hold a Wilderness First Responder certification or higher medical certification to serve as an effective assistant facilitator during these trainings.

Sustainability Initiatives (25%)

Lead sustainability initiatives within the First-Year Outdoor Program and collaborate with Student Engagement initiatives to improve the percentage of equipment sourced from federally recognized sustainable labels, improve waste streams, and review practices to reduce our environmental impact.

Manage sustainability services for student organizations in conjunction with Student Organization staff. The coordinator will partner with these student organizations to assess current sustainable practices and work to improve on-campus events and partnerships with FOP (First year Outdoor Programs).

Assist in developing and promoting sustainability programming and initiatives for campus events such as Crimson Jam and Harvard Yale to provide better access to local food, vegan or low carbon emission food, and merchandise sourced from companies with a federally recognized sustainability label.

Work Format Details

This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

The Smith River Alliance (SRA) is a watershed organization based out of Del Norte County, California. Founded in 1980, the mission of the organization is to provide for the long-term protection, restoration, and stewardship of natural resources in the watershed.

SRA works primarily in the Smith River watershed, which includes the 460+ square mile Smith River National Recreation Area (NRA), Redwood National and State Parks, Lake Earl Wildlife Area/Tolowa Dunes State Park, and in the Elk Creek Watershed.

SRA programs include key strategic forest, wetland and public conservation initiatives. SRA works independently and with partner organizations. In addition, we have a portfolio of restoration initiatives across Del Norte County and we operate Rock Creek Ranch on the South Fork of the Smith River.

Smith River Alliance seeks a motivated and experienced an administrative professional to join our team of experienced and highly effective staff to manage the day-to-day operations to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of a non-profit with an annual budget of $2.5 million dollars. Please visit- https://smithriveralliance.org/join-our-team/

Summary of Position

The Operations Manager is responsible for general administration, grants management, reporting, and oversight of human resources. The Operations Manager works closely with Project Managers to achieve project success by managing funding awards throughout their lifecycle: from proposals, to grant execution and contracting, to invoicing and reporting, and project closure. In addition, the position oversees Human Resources functions with support of an HR Consultant; ensuring that labor laws and personnel policies are being followed.

Overall, the position involves work with key internal and external partners to ensure that SRA’s financial and operational systems are running effectively.

SRA is flexible regarding work hours and the residence location of this position. Candidates with residency in Southern Curry or Del Norte Counties are preferred.

Ducks Unlimited seeks a motivated college student or recent college graduate to serve in our Washington, DC office as an intern for the spring 2025 session. This person will assist in all facets of carrying out the public policy priorities of this office, including but not limited to assisting with major policy and fundraising events, tracking legislation, attending Congressional hearings and representing Ducks Unlimited at coalition and partner meetings when necessary.

Ducks Unlimited is the world’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving North America’s continually disappearing waterfowl habitats. Established in 1937, Ducks Unlimited has conserved more than 15 million acres thanks to contributions from more than a million supporters across the continent. Guided by science and dedicated to program efficiency, DU works toward the vision of wetlands sufficient to fill the skies with waterfowl today, tomorrow and forever. This intern will play a critical role in the success of DU’s governmental affairs and policy efforts that directly contribute to achieving the organization’s habitat mission. Candidates must be highly organized and have the ability to manage several tasks at once without requiring extensive supervision.

Qualifications:

Active college transcript or bachelor’s degree in political science, natural resources, agriculture, or preferred related field, if applicant is a college graduate.
Familiarity with or keen interest in learning about congressional and federal regulatory processes.
Knowledge of, and interest in wildlife, water resources, waterfowl, agriculture, Ducks Unlimited and/or outdoor recreation-related conservation issues.
Practice in critical thinking and willingness to learn.
Experience with Microsoft Suite.

Responsibilities:

Manage and assist with the logistics related to DU events held in DC, including advocacy fly-ins, Capitol Hill banquets and other receptions and events.
Support the governmental affairs team with scheduling Congressional and Administration meetings, conducting policy research, and providing general support for all public policy activities.
Assist in the daily administration and organization of the DC governmental affairs office.
Assist the team in developing internal and external communications such as press releases.”
Provide administrative and logistical support for internal and external meetings, materials preparation and tasks related to meeting follow-up.
Provide staff support to DU’s volunteer Public Policy Committee.
Support governmental affairs team lobbying efforts through developing, implementing and tracking policy-related information.
Other office duties as assigned.