Job Tag: Law/Policy

Audubon Southwest is the regional office of the National Audubon Society in Arizona and New Mexico. We are currently seeking a two-semester (Fall 2024 and Spring 2025) Water Policy Fellow to advance Audubon’s policy work on water management within Arizona. The primary focus of the Water Policy Fellow will be on Colorado River, groundwater, and water quality issues and how they impact birds and people in Arizona.

This position is part-time (20 hours per week) and primarily remote, reporting to the Arizona Policy Manager. There is the opportunity for at least monthly in person meetings in Phoenix at the Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85040 to collaborate with the policy team. The ideal candidate will be a curious, self-motivated graduate student or upper level (junior or senior) undergraduate student at a university or community college majoring in public policy, sustainability, environmental studies, or a related field. The ideal candidate enjoys research, writing, asking questions, and collaborating with others. They will have a passion for environmental policy and be skilled at verbal and written communications.

Compensation:

$16.00-$19.00 / hour

Additional Job Description

Essential Functions:

Policy Research

As directed by the Arizona Policy Manager, research specific issues related to the Colorado River, groundwater, and water quality issues and how they impact birds and people in Arizona.

Develop materials including fact sheets, white papers, blogs, video scripts, and briefings on specific issues related to the Colorado River, groundwater, and water quality issues and how they impact birds and people in Arizona.

Develop social media content related to policy developments; develop social media content based on existing public-facing materials.

In collaboration with the Arizona Policy Manager, track and analyze Arizona water management issues by attending meetings, webinars, and conducting independent research.

Outreach

Draft issue-specific information, blogs, and social media content.

Collaborate with Audubon policy team staff to host events with the community and elected officials to disseminate updates on water issues in Arizona.

In coordination with the Arizona Policy Manager, collaborate with key state and national non-governmental organizations and state agencies to advance Audubon’s water policy agenda.

Fellows Schedule

This is a seasonal, fellows position remote or hybrid in Arizona.

Projected Start Date: August 15, 2024

Projected term of employment: August 2024 through May 2025.

Qualifications and Experience

Commitment to principles of environmental justice and a just and equitable approach to conservation.

Working knowledge of policies related to water management, water quality, fish and wildlife habitat highly desired.

Enrollment at an accredited college (including community college) or university required.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent research skills and an interest in translating complex information into an engaging format.

Microsoft Office Suite products, Google applications, and basic database management preferred.

Ability to work independently and within a team setting is essential.

Ability to work remotely and collaborate with colleagues all around the state.

Ability and willingness to travel to team meetings and/or events in the Phoenix-metropolitan region roughly once per month.

The Thornburg Foundation is seeking applications from qualified candidates to lead its Land & Agriculture (L&A) Initiative, which supports the advancement of more resilient, sustainable, and localized agricultural systems in New Mexico. The L&A Policy Officer position will be responsible for the overall direction of the L&A strategy as well as managing a multi-year grantmaking portfolio consistent with the L&A strategic plan.

The L&A strategy is centered on two main goals:

1. Improve the health of New Mexico’s working agricultural rangelands and farmland through the adoption of regenerative agriculture practices for its multiple benefits to the environment and producers.

2. Increase opportunities to finance the adoption and/or transition to regenerative agriculture practices through key policies, laws, and programs.

Candidates must demonstrate:

· Commitment to, experience in, and enthusiasm for advancing policy to strengthen agricultural systems in New Mexico; required

· Experience working in a non-partisan way, building coalitions, and engaging diverse stakeholders, including land-based Tribal, Hispanic, and rural communities; required

· Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as organizational and interpersonal skills; required

· Must operate with an entrepreneurial mindset, be self-directed, and highly collegial; required.

· 5+ years of executive, legislative, campaign, or related political or advocacy experience from within government, the non-profit sector, philanthropy, or other related industry; required.

· Undergraduate degree in agriculture, business, conservation, environmental science, public policy, social sciences, or related field; required. Master’s or Juris Doctor degree; preferred.

· Strong project management skills to ensure grants are developed, submitted, monitored, and reviewed on a timely basis; required.

· Understanding of the New Mexico political landscape; strongly preferred.

· Experience building issue-advocacy strategies to advance long-term policy objectives; preferred.

Essential Duties

· Lead and refine as needed a comprehensive strategy designed to advance the adoption of regenerative agricultural practices to strengthen New Mexico’s agricultural systems.

· Work closely with prospective and current grantees to develop new grant applications, support grant implementation, and ensure grant reporting.

· Manage an annual grantmaking portfolio of approximately $1 million in grants per year.

· Prepare and deliver quarterly presentations to the Foundation’s Board of Directors on the progress of the L&A Initiative and grant recommendations.

· Coordinate and collaborate with partners and stakeholders to advance a strong research and policy agenda.

· Work in a non-partisan way to build coalitions and engage diverse stakeholders in any strategy, such as national and local business organizations, community and elected officials, Tribal entities, legal experts, non-profit organizations, foundations, and community-based organizations.

· Ongoing engagement and consultations with national, regional, and state funders and funding collaboratives around the L&A work.

· Provide necessary reporting and updates to the Executive Director for his communications with the Thornburg Foundation executive committee.

· Works with the highest integrity and in full compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and standards.

· Occasional travel in-state as well as national travel required.

· Applicant must pass a background check.

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary; health care benefits; Paid Time Off; Sick Leave; and 401(k) plan with generous employer contribution.

Location: This position is based out of the Thornburg Foundation office in Santa Fe, NM. The position allows for hybrid work, and staff schedule 3 days per week in the office. The Foundation does not offer remote work options.

To Apply: No phone calls. Please submit a cover letter that specifically addresses how your expertise and background match the job description requirements, your resume, and contact information for three references (two must be former or current employers) prior to August 16, 2024. Email applications to le****@*****************on.org and include “Land & Agriculture Policy Officer” in the subject line. We plan for first-round interviews for this position to be conducted between September 16, 2024, and September 20, 2024. The target start for the position is October 1, 2024.

Join our growing team of dedicated industry professionals driving the clean energy revolution through the launch of the US offshore wind industry. Vineyard Offshore is seeking dynamic and motivated individuals who are passionate about offshore wind and want to have an outsized impact in their career. We offer a challenging and exciting work environment that will provide broad exposure to the offshore wind industry and career advancement opportunities.

A little bit about the projects:

Vineyard Offshore brings industry-leading experience to the emerging US-based offshore wind market. Owned by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, half of the joint venture behind the Vineyard Wind 1 project, Vineyard Offshore is focused on developing projects that will deliver clean, renewable, and cost-effective offshore wind power around North America. In addition to Vineyard Wind 1, Vineyard Offshore currently owns three additional US lease areas that together can generate at least 3.5 gigawatts of offshore wind energy to power a minimum of two million homes along the Northeastern, Mid-Atlantic and Northern California coasts.

A little bit about External Affairs:

This role will be an integral part of Vineyard Offshore’s External Affairs team. Comprising Communications, Government and Regulatory Affairs, Labor and Workforce, and Community Engagement, the External Affairs Department is responsible for shaping government policy to support offshore wind development and building support for projects by engaging with key stakeholders and delivering local benefits. This position will be based in our Boston office.

A little bit about the job:

Location: Boston

Schedule: Full-Time Fall Internship

Travel requirements: No

Employment Type: Internship

Reports to: Senior Director of Grid Policy & Strategy

What you’ll do:

Monitor legislative and regulatory developments across key states
Draft fact sheets and background documents for policy outreach
Research policy issues for OSW
Work with communications and stakeholder teams on outreach and engagement for VO projects
Attend local external events
Maintain legislative trackers for all relevant states
Assist with Business Network for Offshore Winds’ International Partnering Forum conference
Create and present a case study on key relevant state-level policy issues for VO; create state fact sheets on OSW

What you’ll bring:

Junior or Senior in college or recent university graduate with an interest in US energy policy and commercial development of renewables
Keen attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Solid problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Effective time management skills
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, PPT, Excel)
We follow a hybrid work model and require onsite presence three days a week in our Boston office

What you’ll get:

Flexible work schedule, including the option to work from home
Valuable experience with a progressive company in the clean energy field
Inclusive work environment and company culture
Opportunity to learn from industry experts

The Manager, Federal Policy and Market Development will lead EVgo’s federal government outreach efforts. You will manage EVgo’s trade association relationships, coalition work with strategic partners, external political consultants, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to craft policy solutions that reflect the needs of the business. You are a strong coalition builder and effective at advancing policies, shaping funding opportunities, and recognizing priorities that will help drive transportation electrification and support the expansion of EVgo’s public charging network. In addition to Federal policy advocacy, this role entails working with our state policy team to coordinate on EVgo’s positions and support additional state legislative and regulatory engagements as needed.

Responsibilities:

Manage EVgo federal policy prioritization and outreach, with additional support at the state level as needed
Identify challenges and opportunities in regulatory and legislative actions
Develop, maintain, and implement plans to enhance EVgo’s presence in Washington, D.C and shape policy outcomes
Analyze the impacts of proposed federal policies and regulations on EVgo’s business in partnership with crossfunctional teams and coordinate accordingly
Communicate internally on current policy trends and future impacts on EVgo
Manage external consultants, including lobbyists
Support the preparation and presentation of oral and written testimony in EV dockets, regulatory proceedings, and legislative engagements
Contribute to regulatory and policy positioning and strategy development
Support engagements with regulators and government officials
Provide and contribute to shaping thought leadership on policies that will increase transportation electrification
Establish executive relationships with trade, civic and business organizations, consumer advocates, and Non-Governmental Organizations.
Represent EVgo at trade association meetings and public events as needed

Required Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, Finance, Business, Engineering, or related equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of relevant work experience on issues related to transportation electrification, clean energy, or energy efficiency
Familiarity with the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and federal transportation electrification policy.
Experience working on Capitol Hill, in a federal agency or in an advocacy capacity
Ability to prioritize the highest impact projects and execute well under pressure while maintaining long term strategic focus
An analytical and strategic mindset that helps quickly discern the cost-benefit analysis of your time, the company’s resources, and drive the company toward high-impact initiatives
Passion for sustainability, EVs, politics, urban planning or mobility,
Strong business acumen with the ability to communicate the impact of government policies on the business
Great communication and leader
Exceptional team player who can excel at working in a collegial environment as well as being a self-motivated individual contributor
Ability to develop and hold high-level relationships with policymakers and staff, as well as a demonstrated ability to build coalitions
Must possess strong planning, interpersonal, decision making, and problem-solving skills

Food & Water Watch is looking for a California Director to join our organizing team to develop bold organizing campaigns to protect our food, water, and climate and to build out the volunteer and membership base of the organization in California. The California Director will work closely with organizers, volunteers, allies, policymakers and other staff at Food & Water Watch. This position must be based in California.

About Food & Water Watch:

Food & Water Watch is working to create a healthy future for all people and generations to come—a world where everyone has clean drinking water, a livable climate and a sustainable food system. We have a long track record of using people power to take on and win against powerful interests, both in California and nationally. This includes banning fracking in New York and Maryland, and being on the brink of banning the practice in California; Stopping water privatization in dozens of communities across the country including San Diego and Felton in California; and advancing federal legislation to fund water infrastructure, thanks in part to Congressional champions we have developed in California. Our work is centered around involving people in the pressing issues of our time at the local, state, and federal level, building on one win after another, as we develop a larger movement that has the political power to make our democratic process work.

About the position:

The California Director will report to the Managing Director of Organizing and will work with other staff on the organizing, policy, communications, research and digital teams to support Food & Water Watch’s work. The California Director will oversee the strategic direction of Food & Water Watch’s local and state campaigns in California, help support federal campaigns on climate change, protecting our water resources, and banning factory farms, manage the team of California organizers, work with organizers to build out the Food & Water Volunteer Network work with the philanthropy team to identify and cultivate major donors and foundation support and work closely with our legislative, research, communications, outreach and field staff to build the organization and further our campaign goals.

Salary: $115,000 – $130,000

Location: California

Responsibilities

Manage the California organizers.
Develop campaign plans. Work with other staff to establish long and short-term goals, strategies, and tactics to win our campaigns.
Build the membership base and work with the Philanthropy team to identify and cultivate major donors and foundation contacts in California.
Organize campaign tactics. Plan and execute strategic tactics to meet the needs of our campaigns, including educational events, base-building drives, and actions directed at elected officials.
Build Volunteer Network in State. Work with organizers to build a strong base of volunteers and volunteer leaders in the state..
Develop relationships with groups and leaders working across the state and engage them in campaign efforts at the local and state level.
Build capacity. Develop the leadership of volunteers and grassroots organizations by offering training and organizing support.
Represent Food & Water Watch. Speak at public events and in press interviews on behalf of the organization. Participate in coalitions and joint campaigns or tactics.
Write to inspire action. Develop educational materials such as factsheets, action alerts, web site content and newsletter articles on campaign issues.
Use digital tools. Become proficient in tools such as ThruText, Hubdialer, and Mobilize.
Know our issues. Maintain familiarity with Food & Water Watch’s priority issue campaigns and policy positions, and respond to information and support requests from activists, coalition members, and the media.
Build Food & Water Watch for the long haul. Participate in member recruitment and fundraising activities for Food & Water Watch.
Carry out other projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

At least 7 years of full-time organizing experience.
Experience managing organizers and leading a team.
Demonstrated ability to develop effective organizing strategies.
Experience in working on advocacy and legislative campaigns at the local, state and federal level; Familiarity with California politics desired.
Experience in organization building and development experience;
Experience working with the media
Knowledge of climate, water or food issues.
Commitment to Food & Water Watch’s core values of justice, human dignity, fair treatment, and equity.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse racial, ethnic, class, age, gender, and sexual orientation backgrounds.
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
Excellent time management & organizational skills and ability to balance multiple projects.
Ability to work remotely using basic online programs, including email, Slack, and Google docs.

Compensation: $115,000 – $130,000 annually dependent upon experience and location.

The Senior Analyst/Principal Analyst, Clean Energy Policy will be responsible for tracking, analyzing, and modeling environmental and clean energy policy developments that affect power markets and energy-adjacent sectors. Analyzing EPA regulatory proposals and emerging voluntary and compliance markets for environmental attributes and emissions allowances will be an area of focus.

The Senior Analyst/Principal Analyst, Clean Energy Policy will develop forecasts and market projections to support Constellation’s policy and sustainability initiatives as well as day-to-day commercial activities.
This role will collaborate with teams across the company including Market Fundamentals, Structuring, Corporate and Commercial Strategy, Portfolio Management, Origination and Trading, Risk, Retail, and Constellation’s internal venture capital group. The ability to effectively communicate complex issues to a variety of internal and external audiences will be critical.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Track, analyze, and model the impacts of existing and proposed regulatory and legislative initiatives using a variety of analytical techniques.
Enhance Constellation’s internal analytical capabilities.
Communicate implications of regulatory, legislative, and public policy initiatives.
Support outreach campaigns to secure support for Constellation positions on matters of significant strategic or commercial value.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – Senior Analyst

Undergraduate degree in data science/analytics, physics, math, engineering, economics, political science, public policy, or related field.
5 years of professional experience in energy or financial markets, environmental policy analysis, economic forecasting, or similar disciplines.
Familiarity with production cost modeling and broader concepts in linear optimization.
Ability to manage, synthesize, and identify trends in large datasets, conversant in basic statistical analysis.
Experience with SQL and working with relational databases.
Experience working with Python and/or R.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Comfort working with abstract concepts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – Principal Analyst

Undergraduate degree in data science/analytics, physics, math, engineering, economics, political science, public policy, or related field.
8 years of professional experience in energy or financial markets, environmental policy analysis, economic forecasting, or similar disciplines.
Familiarity with production cost modeling and broader concepts in linear optimization.
Ability to manage, synthesize, and identify trends in large datasets, conversant in basic statistical analysis.
Experience with SQL and working with relational databases.
Experience working with Python and/or R.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Comfort working with abstract concepts.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with production cost models such as PLEXOS, Aurora, PROMOD, the Integrated Planning Model (IPM), or similar.
Knowledge of commodities trading concepts.
Advanced degree in data science/analytics, physics, math, engineering, economics, political science, public policy, or related field.

The Federal Affairs Policy Fellow is an integral member of the Federal Affairs Team at WCS, collaborating on teams with lobbyists, analysts, campaigners, communicators, and conservationists. This position provides critical support to advance WCS’s U.S. government relations, policy and funding goals. This position reports to the Executive Director, Federal Affairs & Policy. Excellent attention to detail, being proactive, having a mind for process and project management, possessing strong research, writing and communications skills are all important elements contributing to success in this role.

Major Responsibilities

The individual’s main responsibilities will be in supporting the Washington, D.C. based Federal Affairs Program by researching federal budgets, legislation, rule-makings and Administration actions, policy tracking and analysis, meeting scheduling and meeting preparations, supporting events, and drafting social media and communications related to federal policy.

Responsibilities include

• Researching wildlife conservation issues and related federal policies and legislation to draft concise, engaging white papers, fact sheets, briefing documents, infographics and other materials that can be shared with a wide range of stakeholders, and presenting findings internally.
• Tracking legislative, regulatory and Administration action on U.S. environmental wildlife conservation, climate and global health policies.
• Monitoring U.S. foreign policy engagements for wildlife conservation implications related to WCS’s country programs.
• Working with Federal Affairs staff to draft press statements and social media posts on conservation and wildlife policy issues.
• Scheduling WCS and coalition meetings with federal agencies and other stakeholders and conducting meeting preparations.
• Supporting in person and virtual briefings, events and meetings with Capitol Hill and Washington, D.C. policy makers.
• Other projects as assigned by WCS Executive Director of Federal Affairs & Policy.

Qualification Requirements

Graduate degree in public policy, economics, foreign policy, or related environmental policy fields. Current graduate students with relevant experience will be considered.
Knowledge of federal legislative and agency decision-making processes. One to two years of relevant experience is preferred for all candidates and required for current graduate students applying for consideration.
Superior research, writing, analytical, and presentation skills.
Project management skills and great attention to detail.
Intermediate or advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and One Note.
Experience with Salesforce and Asana or other project management software preferred.
Federal agency experience preferred. Internship/Fellowship experience will be considered.

Duke University’s Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability (NI) is searching for a Senior Policy Associate in the James E. Rogers Energy Access Project (EAP). Established in 2017, EAP advances foundational research and fosters constructive dialogue among the world’s policy makers, entrepreneurs, and scholars to support evidence-based decision making related to energy poverty in the developing world. It engages students, locally and globally, while supporting the development of new, disruptive tools and models that break down barriers to improved energy access. Reporting to the EAP Director, the Senior Policy Associate will contribute across program activities, and strategically implement research that engages relevant decision makers and partners in the public, private, and civil society sectors. The associate will assume a leadership role of one or more of EAP’s primary workstreams–Modernizing Energy Access Finance, Powering Productive and Healthy Communities, Building Equitable and Sustainable Communities—and drive thought leadership and analysis, convenings and network development, and both directly and indirectly contribute to real world energy and development policy and investment decisions. Over time this associate should cover ½ of salary with external funding. NIEES will work with the associate on this funding.

Responsibilities

Contribute to a comprehensive set of project management activities, including research and writing, data visualization and presentations, seminar and roundtable convenings, network growth, fundraising, budget and grant management, student and staff supervision, project origination and ideation, and beyond;
Working closely with and in support of the Director and Faculty Director of EAP, plan and conduct independent and collaborative research and analysis, publishing results internally, in policy briefs, short form articles and in peer- reviewed academic journals, as appropriate. Provide active leadership in engaging with university faculty, EAP Affiliates, policymakers and programmers, and other key stakeholders by actively leading in the development and operation of working groups and representing EAP at relevant on-campus and off-campus meetings, gatherings and events.
Assume leadership role in raising funds for research projects in one or more of EAP’s workstreams by presenting and negotiating plans for cooperative or sponsored research projects. Serve as a point of contact for the subprogram areas with foundation program officers and other external stakeholders, including representatives of nonprofits, corporations, and corporate philanthropies.
Develop, secure, and manage research funding independently, serving as the principal investigator on projects. Independently manage grant funds and projects, including spending. Report to Duke offices charged with project monitoring, as well as to funders regarding project progress, performance, completion, and impacts.
Provide leadership and expertise for EAP and NI in developing theories of impact, plans for research projects, curricula, thought leadership, interpreting results of projects and preparing publications. Provide and deliver oral and written presentations to relay project information to target audiences. Strategically plan for and actively engage key external stakeholders, creating opportunities to support evidence-based policymaking, programming, and investment.
Take initiative in collaborating with other NI programs—especially the Energy and Climate Program—on strategic initiatives, with special attention given to finding ways to integrate work across various program areas. Serve as the EAP and NI’s principal representative for subprogram fields through travel to meetings, conferences, and donor solicitations, and deliver formal presentations as appropriate. Respond directly and independently to requests for information, including legislative and policy drafting, from public officials and other key audiences.
Recruit, manage, and supervise research staff, including the conduction of their periodic performance reviews and evaluations. Recruit, supervise, train and mentor multiple graduate student research assistants and interns.
Identify and create opportunities for publicizing the Institute’s work, including informing external stakeholders about research projects and output. Identify, establish, and manage new opportunities for involving Duke students in EAP and NI research. Depending on expertise and specific duties, procure, design, and operate economic or technical models or tools in assigned program areas.
Take the lead in planning and conducting meetings, workshops, conferences, and events related to the subprogram field, working to directly engage stakeholders in the planning and execution of the events. Communicate understanding of scientific and policy-based approaches to the EAP and NI’s target audiences through written and oral presentations.
Contribute to the Duke Climate Commitment by liaising internally with students and other members of the Duke community to advance energy and climate applied research and education;

Qualifications

Master’s degree or equivalent in public policy, law, natural science, engineering, or another field directly related to the position;
With master’s degree, 4 years of progressive experience in policy and analysis at the international, federal, regional, and/or state level. A degree higher than a master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience.
Demonstrated experience in energy, climate, and/or international development policy, including familiarity with policymakers and organizations in the field;
Ability to interact effectively with government officials, business leaders, academics, non-governmental organizations and stakeholders’ groups;
Ability to collaborate and engage with Duke University faculty, students, and other relevant experts across campus;
Strong organizational and management skills;
Excellent writing and communications skills.

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.

At the Sierra Club, we believe in the power of interdependence. Together, we remain committed to the fight for a healthy climate built on a foundation of environmental, racial, economic, and gender justice – a future where all people benefit from a healthy, thriving planet and a direct connection to nature. As the climate crisis and deeply entrenched systemic racism all fuel injustice, we will continue to fight for a bold, transformational agenda that recognizes the interconnectedness between our planet, our humanity, and our future. By recognizing that our destinies are tied, we continue to name that all things are fundamentally connected, and the overlap between ecology, race, gender, and representative government will move to either advance our collective humanity or to oppress it. Sierra Club has close to 800 staff across the country and a network of 64 local chapters that are led and fueled by thousands of volunteers. We are also proud to be a unionized employer, with three labor unions representing more than half of our employees.

The Political Director plans, organizes, and implements the Chapter’s state political and electoral plan and works with the legislative staff to mobilize grassroots advocacy and strategic activism to support the Chapter’s legislative priorities.

Scope: The Political Director builds the Chapter’s power/influence, in cooperation with the volunteer leadership, through delivery of electoral and legislative grassroots advocacy efforts. Recruits, organizes and supports volunteer efforts, maintains political contacts, makes strategic recommendations related to political endorsements. Raises funds for Sierra Club Florida campaigns on state ballot measures and to support or oppose state and local candidates for elected office.
Job Activities include but are not limited to:

Strategic Campaigns. Plans, coordinates, supports and implements the Chapter’s political program as approved by the chapter leadership including candidate recruitment, endorsements, fundraising and conducting election campaign activities. Assists in the formulation of strategic grassroots campaign and coalition activities in support of Sierra Club Florida’s political priorities at the state and federal levels and coordinates with the Sierra Club national political team as needed. Travel is required for staff meetings, volunteer group meetings, statewide political functions, and other meetings and events deemed relevant to the duties of the job both in and out of state.
Volunteer Recruitment and Leadership Development. Trains, informs, and motivates volunteers and other chapter staff to enable them to activate others in efforts to influence legislative and regulatory decisions and in the political process. Participates in the development of educational/ informational materials in regard to the Club’s political and legislative grassroots efforts. Manages the Chapter’s political intern program.
Communication & Policy Messaging. Works with Sierra Club staff and volunteers to develop a consistent, clear state policy, legislative and political message that is being communicated to the public. Communicates with the media to state the Sierra Club’s view on specific state political matters including endorsements and campaign efforts.
Fundraising & Compliance. Assists in fundraising for the Chapter’s political programs. Ensures compliance with Sierra Club policy and federal and state laws related to election activities including management and administration of the Chapter’s state Political Action Committee (PAC). Ensures compliance with all state and federal lobbying and political campaign laws and all reporting requirements.
Advances Sierra Club Florida’s Equity Goals. Supports implementation of the chapter’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals. Seeks and creates opportunities to work with BIPOC organizations, elected officials, and candidates to broaden the work of the Club to help more frontline communities through political and policy work.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following skills, experience and competencies:

Experience and skill with NGP VAN, Salesforce, or other similar voter information software: Successful candidates must have experience and competency using Microsoft Office applications, Google drive, email, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, websites, and constituent database management applications such as the Voter Activation Network (VAN) and Salesforce.
Ability and willingness to conduct strategic outreach: Successful candidates will show a strong desire to engage in collaboration, conduct outreach, and build networks throughout the organization and the state.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written: Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and clearly both verbally and in writing.
Experience working with political tools and tactics: Strong candidates will have experience using political tools such as polling, virtual phone banking, open source event hosting, social media, fundraising, and power mapping.
Committed to evolution: You are committed to continuously deepening and evolving your own understanding of systems of oppression through study, openness, and humility. And you easily recognize your own relationship to privilege and power, examining and shifting your behaviors as appropriate.
Uplifting and additive: You see mistakes as opportunities for growth; problems as catalysts for solutions, and inspire others along the journey. You carry a constructive approach, can-do attitude, a sense of humor, and authentic kindness wherever you go.

The strongest candidates will also demonstrate the following skills, experience and competencies:

Knowledge of the Florida political landscape. The strongest candidates will have a deep knowledge and understanding of Florida’s unique political landscape.
Experience working with the press. The strongest candidates will have extensive experience working with members of the media in advocacy and political contexts. The ideal candidate will have experience working with both national and Florida-specific media outlets.
Experience and understanding of compliance with local, state and federal election laws. The ideal candidate will have experience and a deep understanding of the rules, laws, and guidelines as it relates to political work in Florida, both advocacy and electoral.
Spanish as a first or second language.

$85,000 – $90,000 a year