Job Tag: Law/Policy

Audubon’s Government Affairs team interacts with leading decisionmakers in Washington, DC and around the country to protect birds and the places they need. The Government Affairs intern is a paid internship opportunity in Washington, DC, for an individual interested in public policy and advocacy. The intern will report to the Government Affairs Project Manager and will work directly with other team members on various research, outreach, and creative projects to advance our key policy priorities. The intern will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of Audubon staff, from policy experts to state and regional staff.

Compensation:

$17.00-$19.00 / hour​

Additional Job Description

Essential Functions

Contribute to the goals of the Government Affairs team in a variety of ways, with many opportunities to dive deeper into projects based on interest and need.

Work with staff to create and design outreach materials, such as factsheets to educate key decisionmakers and other constituencies about our policy priorities.

Provide research assistance as needed to support our government affairs work, to include researching decision makers, attending briefings or hearings, or reviewing proposed legislation.

Help with office tasks including assembling briefing folders, preparing mailings, and helping with various tasks for off-site events.

At the end of the internship, the intern will:

Have gained valuable experiences from interacting with professional communicators, conservation leaders, and government affairs professionals at Audubon, as well as with staff and volunteers from across the network.

Have developed a new set of communication and policy skills and tangible achievements through hands-on work and responsibility.

Contributed meaningfully to the success of our policy work through research, special projects and implementation.

Qualifications and Experience

The intern will work 35 hours per week in a hybrid format (2 or 3 days per week in the office, 2 or 3 days from home)

Bachelor’s degree preferred (a focus in political science, public policy, climate change, environmental studies, social sciences, communications and/or social change a bonus).

Strong oral and written communication skills; well organized.

Strong work ethic with exceptional organizational skills and an eye for details.

Genuine interest in conservation, the mission of the National Audubon Society, and social and environmental justice.

Adaptable and versatile; able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word.

Experience with InDesign/Canva or other creative software a bonus.

Having speaking proficiency in Spanish or another language other than English is a bonus.

Understanding of GIS or other mapping software a bonus.

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.
What you will do
Role Overview:

The Senior Counsel will provide legal advice to EDPR NA personnel regarding all aspects of renewable energy project development, construction and operation, including the preparation and negotiation of construction agreements, operations and maintenance agreements, engineering service agreements, consulting service agreements, development agreements and other relevant documentation, all in accordance with EDPR NA objectives and policies. The Senior Counsel will also handle day to day project-related legal issues and provide legal expertise to Company staff and analyze exposure to risk factors while complying with departmental guidelines and all applicable laws in order to ensure that EDPR NA’s project documents and activities meet all applicable requirements.

Main responsibilities:

Provide legal expertise and support to EDPR NA staff in the development, execution, administration, and operations of renewable energy projects.
Work with development project teams throughout the development process by providing legal advice on issues as they arise and providing solutions that meet project objectives while complying with departmental guidelines.
Develop, review, and recommend changes to legal aspects of project documents to improve efficiency and risk mitigation.
Timely prepare, negotiate and finalize various project agreements including power purchase agreements, capital equipment supply and warranty agreements, construction agreements, interconnection agreements, engineering and consulting service agreements, operations and maintenance agreements, confidentiality agreements, filings, and applications to various local, state, and federal agencies (including FERC).
Manage external legal resources to ensure efficient and effective completion of tasks.
Support EDPR NA project documentation and compliance functions.
Coordinate efforts with other legal and management staff regarding corporate and project requirements to ensure maximum value and appropriate risk management for EDPR NA.
Identify critical project risk issues and make recommendations to EDPR NA senior management regarding resolution/management.
Manage outside counsel and external legal resources as assigned to ensure efficient and effective completion of tasks.
Support project financing and sale processes, including assisting in due diligence efforts.
Additional duties as required.

Minimum qualifications:

Juris Doctorate
7+ years of law firm or in-house counsel experience with emphasis on document drafting and negotiation.
Experience in project development handling development, construction, and operations of projects, preferably renewable energy projects.
Licensure to practice law in at least one state, preferably Texas.
Knowledge of a wide variety of project development contracts including construction agreements, operation and maintenance agreements, engineering and consulting services agreements, confidentiality agreements, purchase agreements, and other relevant documentation along with the manner in which corporate entities operate and are organized within the power industry.
Project finance and/or tax equity financing experience preferred.
Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products preferred.
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise preferred.

Travel:

Up to 10%

The Center for Biological Diversity seeks a full- or part-time Spring 2025 Law Clerk for the Carnivore Conservation Program. Recognizing the ecological importance of wolves, bears and other carnivores, the Center uses science-based advocacy to defend these magnificent animals from persecution, exploitation and extinction. This position is either remote or located in Portland, Oregon, although many Portland staff are currently working remotely.

General Overview:

The Center’s carnivore conservation legal team files lawsuits, submits administrative petitions, and participates in other forms of advocacy on behalf of ecologically important carnivores. Law clerks support these advocacy efforts, assisting with the Program’s work on litigation and administrative advocacy.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct legal research and writing, including preparing legal memos, assisting with brief writing, preparing filings, investigating new cases and drafting official comments to federal or state agencies.
On occasion, may have opportunities to observe court arguments or attend agency hearings online or in person.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Must be a law student who has completed their first or second year of law school, or a student pursuing their LLM to be eligible;
Strong legal research and writing skills;
Passionate about protecting wildlife and their habitats;
Commitment to equity and justice;
Background or experience in natural resources, environmental, and administrative law and scientific literacy preferred.

AREAS IN WHICH SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WILL BE GAINED

Clerks will gain experience in legal research and writing, and environmental advocacy, particularly in the natural resources area, drawing on litigation, science, media, and grassroots organizing strategies to fight for wildlife and their habitats.

The Director of Environmental Compliance & Sustainability will develop strategies, policies, standards and objectives that lead our environmental compliance and sustainability efforts in alignment with Regeneron’s continued expansion. This newly created role offers the unique opportunity to shape and lead the development of our environmental compliance and sustainability department and programs across our research facilities and global sales locations. This pivotal position promises exciting opportunities to drive environmental innovation and stewardship, ensuring our growing company minimizes environmental impact and achieves environmental sustainability targets.A typical day might include:

Developing and implementing strategic goals and objectives, including programs, policies, and procedures for compliance & sustainability
Providing technical expertise, guidance, and leadership to implement applicable programs, such as remediation, wastewater, regulated waste, SPCC, air emissions, environmental sustainability strategies, etc.
Managing an EH&S team made up of multiple line managers and senior-level professionals responsible for performing environmental and sustainability tasks.
Participating in corporate development of methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for projects, programs and team members
Acting as an external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives
Auditing program effectiveness to identify gaps, or continuous improvement opportunities, including training
Reviewing industrial accident investigation reports and corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
Providing construction project support as a subject matter expert during each phase of the project – design, construction, and post-construction

This role might be for you if you have:

A high level understanding around compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, and standards.
Developed strategies for unique or abstract problems that span across functional areas where environmental compliance must be met
Been responsible for contract/SOW preparation of external consultants or consults as subject matter expert on contracts impacting our environmental and sustainability programs
Successfully lead high-performing teams and developed / mentored Managers & individual contributors in EH&S functions

To be considered for this role you must have a Bachelors degree and 10+ years of relevant experience in environmental compliance and / or sustainability with a masters degree (preferred). At least 4 years of supervisory experience required. Experience in pharmaceutical/biologics preferred, will also consider manufacturing or academia.

Are you interested in a thrilling career that lets you take advantage of Utah’s amazing outdoors? As a Natural Resource Officer, you’ll work in a law enforcement role to safeguard the state’s wildlife and outdoor recreational activities by enforcing conservation and recreation laws and regulations.

The assignment location(s) are currently undetermined and could be anywhere in the state of Utah. During the interview process, the assignment location will be discussed with applicants. The possible current open districts include Utah County, Duchesne County, Carbon County, Grand County, San Juan County, Beaver County, Wasatch County, and Sevier County. Please note that these open districts are subject to change without notice and may be different once job offers are made. None of these districts are guaranteed. If you are not willing to live and work in one or more of these areas in the State of Utah, please do not apply for this position.

Principal Duties
As a Natural Resource Officer, you will:

Patrol assigned Natural Resource Officer District and assigned crew area enforcing state and federal wildlife conservation laws and regulations
Enforce Utah outdoor recreation laws and regulations
Conduct investigations, interviews, and interrogations on wildlife-related violations
Compile reports and other paperwork/documentation associated with citations, investigations, and other job-related responsibilities
Assist with law enforcement outreach efforts: hunter education, school programs, media releases, etc.
Assist with other wildlife-related tasks: wildlife surveys, relocation, nuisance and damage concerns, etc.
Build positive working relationships with other law enforcement agencies throughout the state

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:

Be motivated, self-riven, calm in stressful situations, and capable of working alone in harsh conditions with limited to no direct supervision
Must be articulate and capable of communicating well, both in person and in written form
Capable of thinking through complex situations
Willing to regularly work weekends and holidays
Takes direction well and is eager to learn new skills
Although not required for application, preference may be given to candidates who have:
a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a preferred field of study or
five (5) years of full-time law enforcement employment as a Conservation Officer/Game Warden or Park Ranger or
at least five (5) years of full-time law enforcement employment as a Police Officer.

The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County, the third most populated county in the United States, with a population in excess of 4.7 million, including the City of Houston, the nation’s fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county, which consist of approximately 1,500 channels totaling nearly 2,500 miles in length, as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins, totaling more than 10,000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including Greens bayou.

What you will do at Harris County Flood Control District:

The Harris County Flood Control District is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Environmental Planner.

Responsible for coordinating environmental investigations, assessments, agency consultations, and other compliance activities for all the District’s capital improvement and maintenance projects that are subject to the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

Essential Functions and Duties:

Manage environmental tasks and attend project meetings as requested by the Planning, Engineering, Construction, or Infrastructure divisions.
Support project managers in overseeing the successful planning and execution of federally funded projects by managing environmental scope and consultants, providing environmental compliance recommendations, updating project schedules, and assisting with planning, preliminary engineering, and design-phase alternatives analysis.
Advise project managers, Risk Management, Property Acquisitions, and Project Delivery teams in identifying project risks, choice-limiting actions, changes in regulatory requirements, and status updates for designated projects and funding programs.
Aid the Grants Management team in project selection, grant applications, requests for information (RFIs), and technical assistance requests.
Prepare and coordinate public and tribal notices on behalf of federal partners and support Communications in responding to public information requests and comments.
Coordinate with consultants performing environmental support tasks through administrative functions, which include requesting, reviewing, and approving proposals and bids.
Provide quality control and quality assurance of deliverables received from consultants and contractors.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws, rules, and regulations with an emphasis on NEPA.
Coordinate with other District departmental staff, non-profit organizations, federal, state, and local governments to facilitate joint use projects within the District’s facilities.
Conduct environmental research and investigations, as required, and track projects in the District’s applicable databases.
Coordinate with the Geographical Information Systems (GIS) department to add and update environmental mapping layers.
Complete construction phase field assignments and reporting tasks, as needed.
Perform other duties that may be added or changed as the course and scope of the job directs.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in one of the Natural or Earth Sciences, Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field from an accredited college or university

Experience:

Experience in the direct management of environmental projects that require compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
Experience using ArcGIS or similar digital mapping software.

Renewable Northwest, the Northwest’s preeminent renewable energy advocacy organization, seeks a Senior Transmission Policy Manager to support legislative, regulatory, and policy activities aimed at advancing the adoption of clean energy and energy storage. Renewable Northwest’s work is focused in the Northwest, specifically the states of Oregon, Washington, Montana and Idaho. The Transmission Policy Manager position will be filled within the Northwest with a strong preference for the metropolitan area of Portland, Oregon. The position will require travel throughout the western United States.

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP’s water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the city.

The Bureau of Environmental Compliance’s mission is the enforcement of environmental laws and regulations, which affect the health and safety of the public and environment. Specifically, the bureau enforces the City’s Asbestos regulations as well as the Air and Noise Codes. The Bureau is comprised of the Division of Air & Noise Policy, Permitting and Enforcement and the Asbestos Control Program. These divisions respond to; air and noise code complaints; inspect and track asbestos removal projects; and foster the goals of environmental protection. Responsibilities also include certifying asbestos handlers, inspecting and issuing operating certificates to stationary combustion and industrial process sources, and implementing the requirements of the Clean Air Act.

Minimum Qualifications

A master’s degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; or

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of satisfactory full- time professional experience working in one or a combination of the following areas: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, labor relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management; or in a related area.

Kualoa Ranch is a leader in sustainable agriculture and land stewardship, rooted in the legacy of natural resource conservation and food production. With over 3,800 acres spread across three valleys, Kualoa is committed to providing wholesome, healthy food for the local community while maintaining a positive environmental impact. By integrating guest experiences into our business model, we generate the resources necessary to expand and sustain our agricultural and stewardship activities.

Position Overview

The Diversified Agriculture and Land Stewardship Assistant Director is a pivotal role focused on project and process management, supporting the company’s growth and operational efficiency. In collaboration with the Director and department managers, this role will help drive strategic initiatives, enhance daily operations, and contribute to sustainable practices across multiple agricultural and stewardship departments.

Key Areas of Oversight

The Assistant Director will have shared responsibilities in managing the following areas:

Cattle Ranching – Managing 1,700 acres of pastureland with approximately 600 head of cattle.
Farming – Overseeing four diversified agriculture farms (15-20 acres each) with plans for two additional farms. Focus areas include traditional Hawaiian canoe plants and diversified crops.
Small Livestock – Managing pigs, sheep, turkeys, and chickens.
Aquaculture – Overseeing earthen pond systems for shrimp, prawns, and tilapia. Hawaiian fishpond rearing of finfish and Pacific oysters.
Land Stewardship – Managing over 1,600 acres dedicated to natural resource conservation.
KualoaGrown Market – Supporting daily operations of the KualoaGrown Market, which serves as the primary outlet for the Ranch’s products and provides a platform for over 50 partner producers.
Staff Management – Assisting in the leadership and development of a team of approximately 40 employees.

Key Responsibilities

Director Support – Provide strategic and operational support to the Director across all agriculture and stewardship activities including but not limited to:

Execution of daily operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and high-quality outcomes.
Promote a strong safety culture and maintain food safety standards.
Drive process improvements to enhance operational productivity.
Ensure final product quality and customer satisfaction.
Manage infrastructure maintenance, improvements, and new development projects.
Represent Kualoa Ranch in external industry engagements and stakeholder relations.

Project Management:

Lead and support new site and product development initiatives.
Oversee the design, installation, and implementation of new infrastructure.
Coordinate procurement and manage project resources.

Required Qualifications

Experience – 5+ years diversified agriculture and/or land stewardship experience. Focus on Hawaiian Agriculture preferred.
Education – bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Natural Resources Management, or a related field.
Technical Skills – Proficiency in Microsoft Office with general computer literacy.
Licenses – Valid driver’s license.

Desired Characteristics

Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership abilities, with proven experience in managing teams and driving project success.
Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and departments.
Adaptability and problem-solving skills in dynamic environments.
Commitment to sustainability and stewardship principles.
Comprehensive knowledge of best practices in agriculture and natural resource management.
Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting, as well as familiarity with infrastructure design and installation in agricultural settings.

The American Flood Coalition (AFC) is a nonpartisan group that drives transformational adaptation to higher seas, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding. AFC comprises more than 430 elected officials, local leaders, military groups, and businesses that work together to advance resilient and equitable flood solutions at the local, state, and federal level. As the only organization that focuses on flooding and sea level rise across all levels of government, AFC is uniquely positioned to transform how communities around the country adapt to flooding and sea level rise.

Position Summary
We are seeking an intellectually curious problem-solver to analyze policy, support research, and provide strategic recommendations to a wide range of internal and external audiences. The Senior State Strategy Associate will join our Strategy team, which is responsible for developing and scaling flood resilience policies and best practices between states. This individual will bring subject matter experience in one of the following areas: planning, government funding and finance, emergency management, infrastructure policy, or water resources. By asking the right questions, helping develop policy templates, and providing input on strategic decisions, this individual will be a key player across multiple teams.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who is passionate about designing frameworks for tackling complex problems, can juggle long- and short-term projects, and has a knack for synthesizing complicated information into clear and compelling narratives. If you want to work alongside immensely passionate and talented people who are intent on helping flood-affected communities adapt and thrive, we want to talk to you. This is a full-time position reporting to our Associate Strategy Director, and will be located in our headquarters in Washington, DC. While this position is posted as a Senior Associate role, we are open to hiring an Associate if you have fewer years of experience (see qualifications below). This role will require occasional work travel, no more than 10% of time.

Responsibilities

State policy research and development: Develop general and tailored state policy recommendations, guidance, and templates by synthesizing insights informed by evaluations of state legislation and state agency proposals, cross-state comparisons of policy and programs, and research on technical flood topics.
Communication and state leader engagement: Share information, support knowledge transfer, and spark dialogue on flood resilience best practices and policies. This will include planning and facilitating in-person and virtual meetings to share learnings and policy guidance with senior state leaders, including Chief Resilience Officers, Directors of Departments of Water Resources, and other similar roles.
Strategy recommendations: Contribute to internal strategy to advance flood resilience in key geographies and advise senior staff on key insights by breaking down strategic questions into actionable pieces.

Qualifications

Note: we are open to hiring either a Senior Associate or an Associate to fill this role. The qualifications for both are listed below.

Senior Associate

​​5+ years experience in policy ​research, strategy, program delivery, and/or policy analysis.
Applied knowledge in areas such as planning, government funding and finance, emergency management, infrastructure policy, or water resources, and familiarity with state or federal-level planning standards and policy.
Strong track record of breaking down and communicating complex issues and topics for a variety of audiences, verbally and in writing.
A track record of effectively engaging senior stakeholders​ across in-person and remote settings.
Demonstrated aptitude in all areas of strategy development, including project management, problem-solving, and communication​.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously​.

Associate

​​3+ years experience in policy ​research, strategy, program delivery, and/or policy analysis.
Applied knowledge in areas such as planning, government funding and finance, emergency management, infrastructure policy, or water resources and familiarity with state or federal-level planning standards and policy.
Ability to communicate complex issues in a clear, credible, and compelling manner, verbally and in writing.
​Ability to build collaborative cross-functional relationships and effectively engage stakeholders​ across in-person and remote settings.
​Strong writing and editing skills with a keen attention to detail​.​