Job Tag: Law/Policy

The National Park Foundation (NPF) is seeking a motivated, highly skilled Manager, Government Relations to help lead the foundation’s legislative portfolio. This key support role is instrumental to the success of NPF’s government relations priorities, including securing funding to support our national parks.

The Manager will work closely with the Vice President, Government Relations, to plan, coordinate, and implement effective strategies to achieve legislative success on Capitol Hill and build relationships with lawmakers, key partners and leaders across the National Park Service. They will provide comprehensive support to the Vice President to advance overarching efforts, ensuring the foundation meets and exceeds government relations organizational goals.

General

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

Project Management

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

Strategic Partnerships

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

Qualifications

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

Hiring Salary for this role is $70k.

LOCATION: This is a hybrid role based in Washington, DC. Employees are expected to work from the DC office 2-3 times per week.

This position is responsible for AAF’s environmental & energy policy portfolio and requires the ability to research and communicate effectively about a wide swath of relevant issues. This position demands a firm grasp of recent emissions regulations; changes in domestic and global oil markets; the debate over energy exports; climate policy initiatives; regulatory proposals from the EPA, DOE, and Interior; federal lands policy; energy loans programs and tax incentives; infrastructure demands; the renewable energy market; and other issues affecting the growth and diversification of the energy sector as well as the carbon and climate landscape. Must be able to quickly locate details, produce research on deadline, and work collaboratively with communications and other issue area staff. Good candidates will demonstrate a proactive ability to assess legislative and regulatory priorities as well as a commitment to free market-oriented policy solutions. Developing and maintaining relationships in the energy and energy policy sectors will be helpful for this role.

AAF researchers must be nimble, compete effectively in the daily battle of ideas, communicate successfully, and conduct original research. Ideal candidates will be able to critique and creatively develop policy solutions. This position will report to the Chief Operating Officer.

This in-office position is located in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities and Duties:

This position is responsible for all of AAF’s environmental & energy policy products, and must be proactive about pursuing research, producing original analysis, and locating useful data sources
This position requires the ability to investigate a wide swath of relevant policy questions in order to succinctly explain key policy issues

Desired Skills & Experience:

Three or more years working in this policy field on Capitol Hill, a relevant agency, think tank, or commensurate experience
Strong writing, research, and data analysis skills
Ability to multi-task and shift priorities with little notice
Knowledge of EPA and energy development regulations, climate policy proposals, energy production trends, and other pressing energy priorities
An interest in working for a think tank that emphasizes smaller government, sensible conservative policy solutions, and smart policy options that benefit the American public and avoid unnecessary federal government overreach
Ability to communicate complex policy and its implications to a variety of audiences and stakeholders

Benefits/Salary

Health coverage, paid time off, retirement savings plan, cell phone reimbursement, pre-tax accounts for commuting and dependent care purposes, gym membership

Salary commensurate with experience, anticipated range is $100,000- $145,000

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) is seeking an Associate VP of Strategic Litigation to join our team working for a healthy and thriving New England for all. CLF’s Strategic Litigation team works on groundbreaking environmental law cases, currently including climate-change liability claims against the world’s largest oil and gas producers and cases that will reduce nutrient pollution that fuels toxic algae outbreaks. Other cases may address the negative consequences of plastics in the environment, climate change related greenwashing claims, or hold parties responsible for release of emerging contaminants into the environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside and support the Vice President (VP) of Strategic Litigation to set and implement programmatic and legal direction and priorities consistent with the organization’s strategic plan. Through excellent supervisory, delegation, and organizational skills as well as keen knowledge of litigation, you will support the Vice President in guiding the team.

The position is strongly preferred to be based in Boston, MA but being based in CLF’s Providence, RI or New Haven, CT offices will be considered. There is also some opportunity for remote and flexible work within New England.

What you’ll do:

Work alongside and support the VP, Strategic Litigation to refine the vision and implementation strategy for CLF’s strategic litigation work, ensuring it is aligned with the organization’s strategic priorities;
Support the VP’s vision by assisting with managing the day-to-day operations of the program including assigning work, acting as a sounding board, and helping to solve problems;
Act as a senior member of the program team including taking the lead on major cases/initiatives as assigned and being a resource to other members;

Engage in effective and inclusive management practices that support team members and ensure a healthy and inclusive workplace culture;
Hire, supervise, mentor, and coach team members;

Represent CLF and other parties in litigation and administrative proceedings;
Negotiate civil penalties, injunctive relief, and fee and cost recovery;

Work closely with the team to build partnerships with people and communities most impacted by the issues we work on and where CLF policy, programmatic and legal actions will have the greatest impact;
Work with CLF’s development team and the VP on fundraising efforts;
Work with CLF’s finance team and the VP to develop and manage an annual program budget;
Work with CLF’s communications team and the VP on communications and marketing efforts; and
Represent CLF, the program, and/or the program VP before partner communities, public officials, supporters, and other audiences.

What you’ll need

A minimum of 8 years of experience practicing law, especially litigation, and substantial experience in managing people and projects;
A law degree and active bar membership in good standing in any state (New England state is preferred);
Demonstrated success in navigating complex policy and programmatic initiatives;
Experience starting and building new initiatives, teams, or large-scale endeavors;
A collaborative leadership style, with proven ability to lead, manage, and support interdisciplinary teams;
Strong skills in networking, fundraising, financial management, and communications; and
Demonstrated commitment to addressing issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The Municipal Policy Planner offers a unique opportunity to work closely with Maine towns on farm-friendly policy and planning initiatives. The Municipal Policy Planner manages Maine Farmland Trust (MFT)’s efforts to provide information and technical assistance to municipal officials and communities across the state that want to enact municipal policies or engage in planning processes to better support farming and farmland protection efforts within their communities.

Location: This full-time position can be based out of Maine Farmland Trust’s Portland office, Belfast office, or be remote; but the employee must be based in and remain in Maine.

Salary Range: $50,000 – $60,000

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds who bring enthusiasm and excellence to their work. Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed.

The School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) at the University of Cincinnati (UC) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of environmental public policy and research methodology. While the tenure-home of the position is in SPIA, the successful candidate is expected to teach cross-listed courses in support of the mission of UC’s School of Environment and Sustainability Studies (SEaS). SPIA is seeking to expand its research capacity to leverage broader theories/frameworks of public policy and/or governance, which align with SPIA’s mission to advance research with public impact.

SPIA offers a PhD and MA in Political Science, a Master’s of Public Administration (MPA), as well as three undergraduate BAs (Political Science, International Affairs, and Law and Society). SPIA also houses three centers—the Center for Cyber Strategy and Policy (CCSP), the Portman Center for Policy Solutions (PCPS), and the Center for Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation (CTRHT). SEaS is home to the Environmental Studies BS and BA, as well as two minor tracks. SEaS brings together expertise in the Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Humanities to create a transdisciplinary approach to problem solving in the classroom and in the community.
Essential Functions

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Apply their research and methodological expertise to an environmental policy-centered research agenda that exhibits potential for external funding. Research in any environmental issue-area or using any methodological approach is welcome.

• Teach primarily, but not exclusively, courses at the undergraduate level. The course load for research active tenure-track faculty is 2-2 (two courses per 2 semesters). All undergraduate courses taught will be cross listed between SPIA and SEaS. Courses might include, but are not limited to, Introduction to Environmental Policy, Environmental Justice, Environmental Science and Politics, and/or Global Environmental Politics. Graduate courses might include Public Policy Research Methods and Environmental Policy.

• Develop their own courses that coincide with their specific area of expertise.

• Perform service activities such as committee membership at the unit level as well as the college, university and at national and international levels with professional organizations, community-engagement, public service, as well as student mentorship and advising.
Minimum Requirements

Prior to the effective date of the appointment, candidates must have a completed PhD (i.e., must have completed all requirements for graduation) in Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field.

The Georgetown Climate Center (GCC), based at Georgetown University Law Center, seeks to advance effective climate, energy, and transportation policies in the United States–policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help communities adapt to climate change. For fifteen years, the Center has worked at the nexus of state and federal climate and energy policy to inform federal policies with the lessons of state and local communities and to serve as a resource to the states and local governments we serve.

The Institute Associate is a motivated candidate who will work on our Adaptation team, focused on preparing for and responding to the impacts of climate change. The incumbent will conduct legal analysis, facilitate state and local engagement processes, and provide superior research and writing support. S/he represents GCC at local, state, and national events, assisting with the supervision of student research on relevant topics. Reporting to the Adaptation Program Director, additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Conduct short-term advanced research projects, including legal and policy research on relevant regulation and legislation.

Produce superior analysis and communicate effectively through writing and presentations.

Facilitate state engagement processes, including convenings and regular group calls, as well as conducting individual calls and meetings.

Conduct briefings and engage with senior local, state, and federal officials, NGO and academic partners.

Provide staff support for Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI) workgroups as needed.

Assist with supervision of student research on relevant climate mitigation topics, including work done through the climate law practicum course.

Represent GCC at relevant events and support leadership team with GCC events, preparing updates for publications and presentations.

Assist with special projects as assigned by Mitigation Program Director or Associate Director and with development of reports as requested.

Requirements and Qualifications

Advanced degree; J.D. is preferred

Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience in environmental law and policy, Federal Indian Law, climate change policy or a related field

Excellent research and communications skills, both writing and speaking

The Government Relations Policy Manager supports The Nature Conservancy’s policy goals. They advance policies with state and federal agencies and serves as a liaison and informational contact on issues in North Carolina between TNC and federal, state, and local governments, and non-profit organizations. The Government Relations Policy Manager reports to the Director of Government Relations. The position is based out of TNC’s Durham office with hybrid work options available. The position is full-time for a three-year term subject to renewal based on available funding. The salary range is $70,000-81,000 depending on experience.

The Government Relations Policy Manager develops, implements, and advances The Nature Conservancy’s (TNC) policy priorities with a primary emphasis on nature-based climate solutions. They coordinate with TNC conservation staff and other subject matter experts and engage with government agency staff, non-profit organizations, government officials, and other key audiences.

The Government Relations Policy Manager works closely with The North Carolina chapter of TNC’s conservation staff to develop and implement policy priorities. They advance NC TNC policy priorities through interaction with state and federal agencies and businesses focusing on policy, practice, and funding initiatives. Their primary focus is on natural climate solutions that increase the resiliency of natural and human communities to climate-related impacts and that reduce net carbon emissions. They identify policy and funding opportunities and develop and implement strategies to influence public policy, public funding, and agency practice for policy solutions at the state level and with key federal officials. They work closely with NC TNC and liaison with counterparts within the broader organization to share lessons learned and to coordinate on joint policy/practice approaches.

Working closely with TNC conservation staff in North Carolina, in other TNC chapters, and in TNC’s U.S. Government Relations program, the Government Relations Policy Manager:

Applies knowledge of natural climate solutions, carbon offsets, freshwater science, and other practices to support Conservancy nature-based climate adaptation and mitigation strategies;
Supports program objectives by working in a complex organizational environment and collaboratively within cross-functional, interdisciplinary teams;
Identifies key stakeholders and constituencies and develops and implements strategies to engage these individuals and audiences in collaborative action on policy;
Develops relationships and works effectively with government, community, and non-governmental organization partners;
Acts independently within broad program goals to advance TNC strategies and NC chapter annual work plans;
Coordinates work, both internally and externally to advance strategies that broaden support in North Carolina for action on TNC’s policy priorities;
Conducts outreach and represents TNC to government officials, the business sector, non-profit community, media, funders and other audiences;
May manage projects involving research and analysis on a broad range of subjects related to policy (e.g., science and technology, economics, public opinion);
Convenes and facilitates internal and external meetings to deepen understanding of climate change impacts, expand support for natural climate solutions, and advance climate, clean energy, and other policy priorities;
May need to gain cooperation from individuals or groups (inside and outside the Conservancy) over whom there is no direct authority in order to accomplish program goals;
Monitors and tracks legislative, regulatory, scientific and administrative developments and coordinates action on policy opportunities, as appropriate, in support of TNC’s policy priorities;
Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements; and
Represents and coordinates Chapter strategies with those of other TNC Business Units and the Worldwide Office

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree and three years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Fluency in English.
Experience working with partners/government agencies and the corporate sector.
Experience presenting to and/or communicating with business, government, or legislative staff and/or program leadership.
Experience researching information from divergent sources and compiling it into a cohesive reporting structure.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Familiarity with social, economic, and political conditions and issues in North Carolina.
Experience coordinating projects in a decentralized organization, working across teams, operating units, and functions to achieve optimal results.
Experience building networks or organizational capacity, facilitating informational sessions, increasing internal knowledge and capacity, and identifying key stakeholders.
Outstanding written and oral communication, negotiating, and organizational skills to persuasively convey the need for action on TNC’s policy priorities to a diverse and wide range of audiences while also being mindful of existing trusted partnerships.
Experience building networks and influencing outcomes without direct authority.
Self-starting, independent worker who can thrive with minimal oversight.

The Center for Biological Diversity seeks a highly skilled, motivated, creative, and experienced staff or senior attorney to defend Alaska’s wildlife, lands, and oceans. The attorney will develop and implement the Center’s legal work in Alaska to advance organizational priorities including phasing out fossil fuels, protecting and recovering imperiled species and their habitat, fighting destructive fisheries and toxic mining projects, defending old growth forests, and advocating for habitat-focused restoration, and halting other harmful development. The attorney will build and maintain effective relationships with partners, including Alaska Native Tribes and Native organizations, conduct media advocacy, and engage the public through campaign activities. The position may require work on other organizational priorities as well. The attorney will report to and work closely with the Alaska Director, and will work with other programs at the Center to advance Alaska litigation and campaigns, including the Oceans, Public Lands, Climate Law Institute, Endangered Species, and Carnivore Conservation programs.

This is a remote work position with a home office stipend.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Main duties:

Develop and litigate cases for the protection of Alaska’s wildlife, lands, and oceans.
Advocate for administrative and legislative policies through scientific and legal comments, petitions for rulemakings, oral testimony, and policy analysis.
Write Endangered Species Act listing petitions to protect and recover imperiled species.
Build and maintain relationships with partner organizations and activists, Tribes, scientists, agency personnel, and decisionmakers.
Represent the Center in coalitions and meetings related to active campaigns and litigation.
Conduct media advocacy, including writing press releases, fact sheets, drafting opinion editorials, and delivering effective statements to reporters.
Engage the public through campaign activities such as action alerts and public speaking.
Collaborate with the Alaska Director to develop the Center’s Alaska goals, priorities, and strategies, and provide legal and policy expertise and support for the Alaska Director.
Provide legal and policy support to other staff in the organization.
Occasional travel required (meetings, conferences, oral arguments, field visits, etc.)

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

Admitted to Alaska bar.
Minimum three years of experience.
Minimum eight years litigation experience to qualify as a Senior Attorney.
Exceptional writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with proven record of meeting deadlines.
Strong work ethic and ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Ambitious, motivated, and enthusiastic attitude to achieve conservation wins in the complex and challenging state of Alaska.
A demonstrated commitment to bold environmental protection.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

Familiarity working with Alaska Native Tribes, organizations, and communities.
Experience with Alaska-specific laws, including the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act and Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act.
Scientific literacy with background in wildlife, natural resources, or climate science.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position will work remotely from a home office, but it will require travel within Alaska for meetings, conferences, field visits, and court appearances – sometimes to rural locations using boats or small planes for access. Also includes some travel down to the lower 48 for meetings and conferences.

The Virtual Power Plant Policy Director will lead SUN’s policy, regulatory, and advocacy efforts to implement solar + batteries Virtual Power Plant (VPP) policy across the country and in targeted states. The VPP Policy Director will advocate for SUN’s model VPP state policy in administrative proceedings and legislative campaigns. Our goal is to move the country from the current pilot program phase to rapid scaling and mainstreaming of VPPs. This position reports to the VP of Policy and Advocacy.

Job responsibilities include:

Helping to design an ambitious, pragmatic VPP nationwide campaign, focusing on targeted state legislative and state regulatory efforts
Providing detailed policy analysis.
Representing SUN in administrative and legislative proceedings.
Collaborating with community, advocacy, and solar industry partners.
Leading an inter-departmental team of two other staff members who will provide technical and communication support for the campaign.
Promoting our VPP policies with regulators, policy advocates, legislators, solar industry, community leaders, and others.
Supporting state and advocacy teams on issues as they emerge.
Engaging non-expert public on the issues and campaigns.
Leading innovation and learning as the VPP programs become more mainstream and common.
Designing engagement and analysis of existing programs.
Managing contracts with campaign and legal consultants.
Co-leading and moderating SUN’s VPP online working group, ensuring increased ability to support VPP goals and objectives.
Building broad and robust networks around this program and engaging in significant public outreach via webinars, conferences, and events to socialize the products, learnings, and findings of this initiative.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience in energy and solar policies, particularly distributed solar and storage.
Experience with research/analysis, project management and managing teams.
Experience engaging in public utility and other administrative proceedings.
Ability to present complex policies to a variety of audiences, including elected officials, public utility commissioners and their staff, as well as the media and general public.
Strong analytical and writing skills.
Organizational, problem-solving, and trouble-shooting skills.
Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and strategically.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with legal counsel on regulatory and legislative affairs.
Experience in grasstops and grassroots advocacy campaigns.
Experience leading and working well in remote/distributed teams.
Experience supervising remote/distributed staff.
Spanish fluency.

The Department of Justice has broad statutory authority over civil legal matters and proceedings involving the state. The Attorney General is charged with administering and enforcing a wide variety of laws that benefit New Mexico residents including laws that protect and improve the quality of New Mexico’s and, air, water, and wildlife.

Why does the job exist?
This position exists as a critical role tracking all aspects of litigation matters within the division, supporting attorneys in litigation and appeals, managing high-level projects, and assisting attorneys and staff with other core legal functions of the division.
How does it get done?
– Oversee maintenance of all litigation in the division, including monitoring court dockets and e-filing in state and federal courts, maintaining electronic and physical records, correspond with courts and outside counsel, prepare routine court pleadings, and support attorneys as needed with related litigation matters.
– Provide operational and logistics support to attorneys, including maintenance of resource materials, data managment, and other projects.
-Under the guidance of an attorney, interpret policy and procedures, make investigations, perform legal research, and analyze and recommend courses of action; draft memoranda, motions, and other litigation papers, assist in serving subpoenas and interviewing witnesses.
Who are the customers?
The Attorney General is the State’s attorney and the work of this Division is broadly done for the state of New Mexico. This position will primarily be supporting attorneys of the Division.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have a passion for public service and history of working in the legal profession with some or all of the following experience and skills:

– Prior work in a legal support role that includes working closely with attorneys, familiarity with New Mexico state and federal court systems and related rules, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and independently researching legal issues;
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in current and new technology, and ability to independently work in busy environments;
-Experience drafting and preparing legal correspondence and documents, conducting legal research and maintaining a case management/tracking system;
-Ability to improve processes and procedures, including administrative functions such as data entry, record management, and projects that include collaboration among groups of people.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal, Legal Science, Business, English, History, Communications, Psychology, and/or Sociology and two (2) years of relevant experience to include the preparation and review of legal documents and legal/policy research and analysis. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience or current enrollment with at least two (2) semesters in a Juris Doctorate program from an accredited school of law will substitute for required work experience.