Job Tag: Law/Policy

Being a Conservation Officer (CO) is not just a rewarding career, it’s an opportunity to make a difference by protecting Minnesota’s natural resources and the people that use them.

Conservation Officers work to ensure public safety and compliance with state game and fish, recreational vehicle, and natural resource commercial operation laws. Responsibilities include law enforcement, public safety, and education in the following areas: hunting and fishing seasons, methods of taking animals and fish, possession limits, public safety, especially where it concerns alcohol use while hunting or operating recreational vehicles and watercraft, commercial use and possession of natural resources and products, the protection of the state’s land, air, and water, and youth and adult safety training and hunter education classes.

Conservation Officers work variable hours to meet the seasonal needs in their assigned patrol areas and often work from a 4×4 patrol vehicle, a snowmobile, ATV, or from various watercraft. Conservation Officers are expected to work nights, weekends, holidays and game and fish season openers.

Selected candidates will attend a 15 week training academy at Camp Ripley in Little Falls, Minnesota where you will be expected to live onsite Monday through Friday. Following the 15 week training academy, successful candidates are then required to complete 16 weeks of field training where you will work closely with an experienced Conservation Officer.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess a valid MN Peace Officer’s License.

Or be eligible to be licensed by the MN Peace Officers Standards and Training Board (POST) by October 28, 2024;
Or complete basic police training and be certified as a full-time peace officer in a state or federal law enforcement agency with which Minnesota has reciprocity and pass the POST Board reciprocity exam by October 28, 2024.

**To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly reflects your POST certification. If not currently licensed, your resume must include the date in which you anticipate becoming licensed.**

Interest in outdoor recreation activities such as hunting, fishing, trapping, ATV trail riding, snowmobiling, water recreation, etc.

Ability and willingness to carry out the responsibilities of a licensed Peace Officer while performing the job in adverse weather and other environmental conditions and to work unusual, varying shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

Ability to maintain self-control and respond quickly and appropriately to crisis and emergency situations.

Ability to enforce state and federal laws and assist any person whose safety or property is threatened. At times, must act immediately to protect the personal safety of another or apprehend persons suspected of committing crimes.

Must be able to perform all duties with courtesy and professionalism in order to achieve and maintain the trust and respect of the public and fellow officers up to, and including subduing a suspect using force as authorized by law. Must be prepared to use deadly force when justified.

Ability to clearly and accurately observe and record information, read, analyze, interpret and communicate information; detect and analyze information based on sight, smell, sound, etc.

Must be able to act with or without direct supervision and exercise good discretion and judgement while working independently or as a team.

Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with both internal and external customers.

Reading comprehension skill sufficient to interpret law, statutes, etc.

Oral and written communications skills sufficient to clearly, concisely and effectively communicate in English legal and non-legal information to various people/audiences.

No felony or gross misdemeanor conviction in Minnesota or crime in any other state or federal jurisdiction which would have been a felony if committed in Minnesota.

No other criminal convictions involving serious natural resource violations, crimes involving moral turpitude or two or more alcohol related driving violations for the past ten years. No DWI, reckless or careless driving, or other serious driving violations within the last five years.

In addition to the above minimum qualifications, candidates must pass the general written exam to be admitted to other portions of the exam/selection process.
Preferred Qualifications

Post-secondary degree or emphasis in a Natural Resources related field.

Participation in a natural resources related internship.

Participation as a volunteer at the Conservation Officer Academy.

DNR Volunteer Safety Education Instructor.

Certified Trail Ambassador.

Fluent in a second language sufficient to provide support to the diverse communities of Minnesota.

You will help advance the team’s policy work addressing the sustainability of water and land resources and helping communities implement meaningful policies and practical solutions that recognize their connection. You will work closely with our Lincoln Institute land and water team evaluating resilient futures for water, food, and agriculture through scenario planning and adaptive management approaches, building cross-disciplinary partnerships and networks, and advancing innovative approaches to effectively address smart land and water integration in planning, decision making, and land and water management through research, education, training, and demonstration projects.

This is a full-time position in our Phoenix office at 37.5 hours/week reporting to the Associate Director, Land and Water Program Implementation. This position requires up to 10% travel, primarily throughout the western U.S. with occasional national and international travel.
What You Will Do

Analyze important issues, policies, and data to lead the design and dissemination of educational training and technical assistance tools to help communities and practitioners respond to challenges in sustainable land and water management.

Drive Babbitt’s keystone programs working on the ground to build capacity in communities and look for opportunities to distill evidenced-based best practices and action-oriented solutions into new innovative educational resources.

Coordinate the development of curricula, courses, training and education for community leaders and practitioners focused on the Lincoln Institute Land and Water portfolio, including related-issue briefs and tools, online training modules, cohort learning and other peer learning exchanges.

Contribute to opportunities to model and share potential outcomes with other climate and drought stressed regions of the world beyond the Colorado basin region.

Focus on the evaluation and implementation of policy-related programs to assess program effectiveness, suggest improvements, and develop new educational opportunities that advance strategic Land and Water objectives.

Run expert and practitioner advisory groups and meetings and facilitate multi-day community workshops and regional dialogues to collaborate across watersheds.

Contribute to the development of policy-relevant research on timely issues and topics captured through practice-based learning and knowledge exchange with partners and networks.

Assist in developing a range of high-quality written and digital materials, including policy reports, memos, case studies, newsletter articles, public information documents, webinars, and other tools.

Discern and communicate important policy, practice, and research knowledge to a variety of audiences in useful formats, including federal, state, and local government officials and policymakers and specialists and nonspecialists

Present at conferences and workshops the lessons learned.

Represent the team in regional and national groups.

Manage contracts and assist in the review and follow-up of deliverables from partners, including publications from research, training, and demonstration projects.

Help track and report on relevant program budgets.

Prepare and complete deliverables and reports to funders.

Work effectively and cooperatively on routine administrative and operational matters.

Participate in relevant Institute committees and initiatives as appropriate.

Undertake special projects and other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need

Undergraduate degree required. Graduate degree in natural resources management, planning, geography, environmental science, sustainability, public policy, or related field preferred.

Approximately 3 years or more experience working in land or water policy and management or related fields. Additional experience can substitute for undergraduate and/or graduate degrees. Public agency/practitioner experience preferred.

Strong familiarity with the field of land and water management in the public, private and non-profit sectors

Demonstrated ability to contribute to the advancement of key concepts in water policy and land use integration.

Knowledge of the institutional environment in which public policy decisions are made and implemented through political systems, programs, organizations and activities.

Articulate writer and speaker with techniques to organize ideas and present findings in a logical manner with supporting evidence for specific issues

Positive professional with a collaborative mindset who has ability to work well autonomously and as a member of a team.

Demonstrated ability to manage projects, monitor responsibilities, and achieve goals

Efficient, able to prioritize and multi-task.

Able and willing to travel both within and outside the US.

Legal authorization to work in the United States

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 400 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 a strategic and dynamic State Government Relations Director to join our growing organization. Reporting to the Senior Coalition Director and working closely with the Executive Director and the rest of AFC’s leadership team, this role will focus on scaling flood resilience policy across states. The State Government Relations Director will lead the charge on engaging and building relationships on both sides of the aisle with state legislators and decision-makers and work closely with our policy and technical experts to create policy templates that can help accelerate resilience in target regions and states.

The position is a tremendous opportunity to shape the future of flood policy and resilience across states, and to join a team of passionate and talented people dedicated to helping flood-affected communities adapt and thrive. Our State Government Relations Director will focus on scaling effective state flood resilience policy across the most impacted areas of the country. Our State Government Relations Director will have high visibility with elected officials and decision-makers, and be an integral part of our leadership team. Our ideal candidate is excited to help define an emerging portfolio of our work and build a team, has a deep understanding of the dynamics of state legislatures, and excels at communicating externally and building relationships.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain across the aisle relationships with state legislators, state agency officials, and other key decision makers across states, and educate them on opportunities to build resilience and reduce flood risk.
Spearhead and implement a strategy to develop events, programming, and partnerships to engage legislators across the country interested in flooding, both in alignment with ongoing geographic strategy and in rapid-response to emerging opportunities.
Serve as an in-house expert on state legislator engagement and contribute to our work to develop templates, frameworks, and sample policy that makes it radically easier for states to protect people from higher seas, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding.
Lead strategy development to test, learn, and refine our thinking on how to effectively scale policy best practices across states.
Serve as an integral member of our leadership team, defining organizational strategy, processes, and vision.
Help build out the State Scaling team, which will promote best practices in adaptation across states, including hiring and defining roles and managing direct reports.

Qualifications

9+ years of relevant experience in state government relations, legislative, and/or policy work, including proactively building relationships with state legislators and state decision-makers on both sides of the aisle.

3+ years of direct management experience, with responsibilities for performance reviews, professional development, and work oversight.
Demonstrated ability to rapidly master and communicate complex issues in a clear, credible, and compelling manner that is tailored to specific audiences.
Deep familiarity with the mechanisms of state government and a proven ability to maneuver effectively.
Proven track record leading collaboration across multiple teams to achieve high-impact work products and outcomes required; experience collaborating frequently with virtual team members.
Willingness to travel up to 20% of time required.
Willingness to register as a state lobbyist, if required.
Bachelor’s degree required.

Location

Washington, D.C., or open to state-based employees in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, or Gulf Coast. From all locations, employees must be located near an airport for travel.

Benefits

Base salary range of $115,000-130,000, with up to 10% bonus potential.
Generous and flexible paid time off.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
401k plan with 4% employer match.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, as well as basic life insurance and other voluntary benefits.
Relocation assistance to DC is available for new employees living outside of the D.C. metropolitan area.

U.S. Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii is hiring a legislative correspondent to focus on a broad portfolio of issues related to the environment, including agriculture, climate, energy, oceans/fisheries, public lands, and wildlife. Responsibilities include drafting constituent correspondence, conducting policy research, writing briefing memos, and meeting with constituents and stakeholders. Qualified applicants will have exceptional writing, analytical, and organizational skills; work well as part of a team; and have a demonstrated interest in environmental policy. This staffer will assist with the senator’s work as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. Current and former residents of Hawaii are strongly encouraged to apply.

The starting salary for this position is $47,500 per year.

For more details and to apply, please visit http://www.schatz.senate.gov/services/jobs.

The Watershed Agricultural Council, a non-profit organization working to protect the NYC Watershed, while supporting farm and forest land uses, is seeking a Conservation Planner. The Conservation Planner is responsible for the development of Whole Farm Plans (WFP), maintenance and monitoring of existing WFPs and the implementation of conservation practices within the West of Hudson (WoH) Catskill/Delaware Watershed region of the New York City drinking water supply. This position reports to the Whole Farm Planning Coordinator.

Salary range: $50,000-$57,000.

We are looking for a dedicated Conservation Planner to develop and implement strategies for land conservation and resource management. The ideal candidate will work with landowners, government agencies, and non-profits to design and execute conservation plans that protect natural habitats, water resources, and biodiversity. Responsibilities include conducting field assessments, analyzing environmental data, and preparing detailed reports and maps. The Conservation Planner will also engage in community outreach, providing education and guidance on sustainable practices and regulatory compliance. A strong understanding of ecological principles, land use planning, and environmental laws is essential. Excellent communication and project management skills are required, along with proficiency in GIS and other relevant software. The role demands a passion for conservation, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. A degree in environmental science, ecology, or a related field is preferred.

Lincoln Park Zoo is the nation’s only privately-managed free zoo and an urban oasis in the heart of Chicago. The zoo’s mission is to create a world in which nature and wildlife thrive in our urbanizing world. The zoo is a local and global leader in conservation, animal care and welfare, learning and community engagement. A historic Chicago landmark founded in 1868, Lincoln Park Zoo was one of the first zoos in the nation. The zoo is committed to an inclusive and welcoming environment, and we celebrate the diverse qualities, perspectives, value, and experiences of all people. For Wildlife. For All. Visit us at lpzoo.org.

The Senior Director of Government Affairs reports to the Vice President, Development and is responsible for the development, oversight, and execution of Lincoln Park Zoo’s strategic initiatives, issues and programs to elected officials and stakeholders locally, regionally, and nationally. Serves as liaison with local, regional and national community, business, social and civic organizations.

Essential Job Functions

Educate elected representatives and their staffs, as well as officials and staffs in regulatory and other agencies on Lincoln Park Zoo’s key initiatives and position on legislation and regulatory affairs.
Develop and implement the institution’s advocacy strategies and support organization and department goals and objectives.
Monitor potential legislative matters and develop action plans as appropriate.
Maintain and strengthen effective and cooperative working relationships with federal, state, and local officials.
Prepare and organize forums and gatherings with government officials on institutional activities and potential legislation that may affect the organization.
Inform Lincoln Park Zoo’s administration, Board of Trustees and other Boards on relevant governmental and advocacy issues.
Maintain and strengthen relationships with local, regional and national cultural, business and civic organizations.
Identify potential civic engagement and civic leadership opportunities to strategically position Lincoln Park Zoo as an influential community leader on public policy matters of importance to the City, County and State.
Work with administration to identify opportunities for federal, state, and local funding.
Work with departments to identify and recommend community initiatives and partnerships to achieve greater impact.
Raise awareness of Lincoln Park Zoo’s key initiatives and programs with City of Chicago and other external community groups.
Serve as Lincoln Park Zoo liaison with various organizations, including Museums in the Park, Association of Zoos and Aquariums, Chicagoland and Lincoln Park Chambers of Commerce, American Alliance of Museums Advocacy, Chicago Wilderness and Choose Chicago.
Liaise with Community Engagement staff to ensure consistent messaging and to raise awareness of the Zoo in various communities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Strong government contacts at local, state and federal levels.
Strong contacts with community leaders, business, social and civic organizations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work across all zoo departments.

Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Public Affairs/Public Relations, Political Science or related field required
Considerable experience in advocacy or public policy required.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to work in open office environment. Hybrid but primarily in-office setting.

Founded in 2002, Tuleyome is a regional non-profit organization headquartered in Woodland, CA, with a footprint throughout the Northern Inner Coastal Range and western Sacramento Valley. Tuleyome is a Lake Miwok Indian word that means “deep home place”, illustrating our deep connection to our environment, our communities and our regional lands. Tuleyome’s mission is to engage in advocacy and active stewardship with diverse communities to conserve, enhance, restore and enjoy the lands in the region.

Position Description

Tuleyome is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to serve as Policy Director to advance our expansion, protection and engagement efforts for lands in the region. The Policy Director will monitor, evaluate, research, develop and respond to local, state and federal policy, including legislative and regulatory proposals. The Policy 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 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, management and stewardship 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 by groups, individuals and constituencies whose participation has historically been lacking in conservation.
Strengthen and build a powerful advocacy community collaborating to conserve, enhance, restore and enjoy these lands now and into the future.
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 and/or 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; 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 Range and Benefits

Salary $70,000 to $80,000 annually.

Health/dental/vision insurance, bereavement leave, disability and life insurance, retirement.

Intel is a company of bold and curious inventors and problem solvers who create some of the most astounding technological advancements and experiences in the world. Global Government Affairs (GGA) is a pivotal group within Intel Legal, Trade and Government Affairs. The Policy and Regulatory Affairs team provides subject matter expertise in Artificial Intelligence, connectivity, cybersecurity, standards, Intellectual Property, manufacturing, and sustainability policies.

The Director, Manufacturing and Sustainability Policy will work with other policy experts on the Manufacturing and Sustainability team as well as government affairs professionals on Intel’s GGA team to influence regulatory policies that impact Intel’s manufacturing sites, especially in the areas of environmental and chemical regulations in the United States.

The Director, Manufacturing and Sustainability Policy will develop and implement strategic engagements with government officials, business and regulatory agencies, as well as key trade associations, working in close coordination with our regional government affairs teams and other policy experts, to advance and protect Intel’s interests and policy agenda. This is a critical role in the GGA Manufacturing and Sustainability team to enhance Intel’s reputation and ability to influence and promote a favorable business environment that enables growth and helps advance semiconductor manufacturing and technology leadership in the fields of sustainability, environmental and climate change policies.

Responsibilities include:

Develop and implement Intel’s policy advocacy strategy and programs to address current and future business needs and achieve favorable outcomes in the policy and regulatory areas of manufacturing (including chemical regulations), environmental sustainability and climate change.

Leverage pre-existing network for policy engagement with governments; build and maintain strong relationships with additional key policymakers.

Build, maintain and enhance the relationship with key decision makers and agencies on policy and regulatory developments, and play a driving role in influencing them both as part of industry consortia and Intel plans.

Partner and collaborate with other Government Affairs team members on government engagement strategies, advocacy activities, and high-level meetings with key stakeholders to advance Intel’s Manufacturing and Sustainability policy priorities, including monitoring and tracking policy development, regulatory and legislative activities.

Represent Intel in relevant trade associations, industry groups and coalitions in the US and other jurisdictions, as appropriate.

Proactively keep Intel management and internal stakeholders abreast of any policy changes or activities, to ensure alignment with emerging government laws, regulations, and standards; anticipate challenges and obstacles Intel could face as the public policy, regulatory and political landscape evolves.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

Deep subject matter expertise in environmental and climate policy.

Extensive, proven experience in policy advocacy.

Thinks strategically and operates in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment, drawing upon both a broad set of experience and a willingness to learn new areas.

Excellent judgment, collaboration, and communication skills.

Demonstrated skills to drive projects that require strategic thinking combined with mastery of complex legal and technical principles.

Strong relationship-building skills, with ability to effectively engage and influence internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including a deep external network.

Ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment and comfortable working with both technicians and policymakers.

Clear reputation for ethical conduct and unquestionable integrity.

Team player with a positive attitude and a sense of humor, working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. This position is not eligible for relocation.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, science, business, or policy-related (e.g., energy or environmental).

7-10 years of experience focusing on manufacturing, environmental and sustainability policy in:

National/regional government institutions.

Information Technology sector or other relevant industry.

Trade associations, consultancies, or any other organizations.

Preferred Qualifications:

10+ years of relevant technical experience in an environmental or chemical regulatory field.

10+ years of relevant policy experience working on environmental or chemical regulations with regulatory agencies; experience working on chemical regulations with the US Environmental Protection Agency is a definite plus.

Proven track record of leading and influencing regulatory and processes, including successful advocacy efforts that achieved favorable policy outcomes.

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 promptly get admitted in the state of Wisconsin

The Denver City’s Attorney’s Office seeks a senior level environmental attorney to be the next Assistant City Attorney for the Municipal Operations Section.

More generally, Municipal Operations provides full service legal representation and advice to City officials, agencies and employees in the areas of general municipal law, environmental regulation and compliance, construction contracts, procurement, government contracting, tax, municipal finance, bankruptcy, real estate, land use and commercial litigation. This section offers a steady stream of clients with an incredible variety of legal needs. The successful candidate will primarily represent the Department of Public Health & Environment’s Environmental Quality Division and Denver’s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency. The ideal candidate will have experience with the major federal environmental statutes (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, CWA, CAA) and have an interest representing a rapidly growing climate office that is committed to mitigating the effects of climate change.

The Denver City’s Attorney’s Office is one of the largest law firms in Colorado, with over 230 attorneys and staff members comprised of paralegals, victim advocates, and other support and supervisory staff members. It may have the most diverse practice of any law firm in Colorado. Clients include the Mayor; the Auditor; the Clerk and Recorder; City Council; and all city agencies, departments, offices, boards, commissions and authorities. The City Attorney’s Office is dedicated to being an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment in which every person has the opportunity to achieve the highest professional and personal development and is accorded the highest degree of dignity and respect.

The responsibilities for this position include:

Advising and counseling executive leadership and staff from the Department of Public Health and Environment; the Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency; and the Mayor’s Office regarding environmental law, renewable energy, government contracting, municipal law, administrative hearings and rulemakings, and related topics

Drafting and negotiating contracts and grant agreements

Participating in the City’s most complex real estate development projects as the senior expert on environmental issues

Drafting and interpreting City ordinances, rules and regulations, and charter requirements

Conducting and/or supervising legal research

As assigned by the City Attorney, providing City officers and employees with counsel and advice and formal legal opinions on complex matters, in specialized legal areas

Providing guidance to associate and entry level attorneys

Performing other related duties as assigned or requested.

What You’ll Bring

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience with:

CERCLA, RCRA, CWA, CAA, and/or renewable energy

Drafting and negotiating contracts

Municipal law

Administrative hearings and rulemakings

Preferred experience must be demonstrated on application/resume.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Education requirement: Doctor of Jurisprudence degree or Bachelor of Laws degree.

Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of experience as an attorney at law.

Education/Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted.

License/Certifications: Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado from the Colorado Supreme Court by the date of hire or a reasonable expectation of becoming licensed by the Colorado Supreme Court by the date of hire in accordance with C.R.C.P. 203.2, 203.3, 203.4 and 205.6.

Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.