Job Tag: Law/Policy

Job Responsibilities:

As an environmental policy researcher in our Environment Policy team, you will provide applied research and consulting services in support of national-level programs focused primarily on addressing a range of environmental and natural resources management issues. Through the application of rigorous quantitative and qualitative analyses, you will contribute to improving the effectiveness of regulatory and non-regulatory programs and assessing their environmental and economic impacts.

The bulk of your work will be on domestic regulatory issues. You will work in collaboration with other junior and senior staff within a multidisciplinary team that includes economists, environmental scientists, and engineers. You will also have direct contact with clients and will contribute to expanding our business.

Specific duties may include:

Reviewing and synthesizing information from literature, rulemaking support documents, or other technical reports.
Collecting and analyzing data to inform policy decisions.
Contributing to memoranda, technical background documents, and regulatory support documents.
Performing quantitative and qualitative analyses characterizing the ecological and human health effects of pollutants and environmental stressors and other effects of regulations or policies (e.g., environmental justice).
Interacting with other team members and clients to prepare and discuss ICF’s work products, develop the analysis methodology, and present interim or final results.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree plus 0+ years of experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, public policy, or related field.

Preferred qualifications:

Strong quantitative and policy analysis skills.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance work on multiple projects under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite of products (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience using R (preferred) or other structured programming language for data analysis.
Experience working with environmental and socioeconomic data.
Experience with geographical information systems (GIS) data and analysis.
Experience working in a client-focused project-based consulting environment.
Demonstrated knowledge, through employment or academic coursework, in the following areas: policy and regulatory analysis methods; federal rulemaking process; federal environmental and natural resource regulations.

Sarah Lawrence College invites applications for a guest faculty position in the environmental social sciences to begin in either Fall 2024 or Spring 2025. The position is a half-time guest appointment, requiring four full days of presence on campus in a single semester or two days per semester over the course of the academic year. If teaching seminar courses (maximum 18 students), the faculty member will meet one-on-one with each student every other week to assist them in the conception, design, and execution of an individualized project related to the courses and their interests.

Candidates from all fields of environmental social sciences will be considered, although preference will be given to candidates who can teach Environmental Studies in conjunction with one or more of the disciplines of Anthropology, Geography, Public Policy, Political Science, Science, Society and Technology, or Sociology. We are particularly interested in candidates whose teaching interests reflect an interdisciplinary social science approach to historical or contemporary global, national and/or local environmental issues, including but not limited to environmental justice, energy transition, urban sustainability, sustainable agriculture, climate change mitigation and adaptation, environmental activism, comparative environmental law and politics, political ecology, environmental or resource conflicts, indigenous environmental rights and sovereignty, and grassroots environmental politics.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. or be ABD in a relevant social science discipline and have experience teaching undergraduates.

Young Farmers seeks a Land Policy Associate Director to lead our federal land access policy work and serve as an integral member of the policy team. You will support implementation of our government relations strategies — stewarding our land government relations work, through the One Million Acres Campaign, coordinating regularly with Members of Congress, Executive Branch officials, and other policy makers. Additionally, you’ll manage our land partnerships and land policy development work by stewarding and coordinating our involvement with coalitions and trusted partners. Finally, you will be responsible for conducting land policy research and analysis, and developing land policy campaign strategies to advance policy change rooted in racial equity and the challenges and needs of the farmers and ranchers across our network.

In alignment with our commitment to racial equity and our Guiding Principles, Values, and Policy Pillars, the right candidate for this role will be excited at the challenge of collaboratively creating and advancing land policy change designed to secure racial equity outcomes, near-term material benefits, and that bring us closer to our vision for a just agricultural future. You will also demonstrate enthusiasm and care as you engage with policy advocacy efforts led by other actors in our ecosystem — moving at the speed of trust.

The Land Policy Associate Director position is a full-time, remote position.

Title: Land Policy Associate Director

Reports to: Policy Campaigns Director

Status: Full Time; Exempt

Location: Remote, U.S. Based Home Office – Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Start date: September 2024

Responsibilities

Policy Advocacy – Government Relations, Partnerships, and Communications (50%)

• Steward government relations in coordination with the Government Relations Director on Capitol Hill and with executive branch agencies (USDA, EPA, White House, etc.) on policy related to land access, and continue building trust for our organization as a voice for the young farmer perspective on land and agriculture.
• Collaborate with organizational leadership, coalitions, partners, and farmers in our network to advocate for Young Farmers’ land access priorities related to strategic opportunities for administrative, regulatory, and legislative policy change.
• Assemble and support the drafting of policy materials, including policy papers, testimony, legislation, rulemaking comment letters, and program analysis reports.
• Represent Young Farmers at relevant agency meetings, as well as congressional hearings and briefings focused on land access policy.
• Represent Young Farmers to the press on inquiries related to farmland
• Track, analyze, and provide reports on federal legislation related to land access
• Write land-related policy blog posts and network communications to keep internal and external stakeholders — e.g. staff, Policy Committee, farmers, partners — up to date on our land work.
• Attend and present at farmer conferences, webinars, and roundtables as needed and as capacity allows.
• Actively coordinate with Government Relations Director and Government Relations Manager to inform organizational government relations strategy

Policy Analysis, Development, and Campaign Strategy (40%)

• Steward implementation of the One Million Acres land campaign strategy through the enactment of the next Farm Bill.
• Serve as subject matter expert on land policy and provide recommendations and thought partnership to Policy Development Director.
• Build and manage partnerships for land policy development work by attending partner and coalition meetings, identifying and developing new partnerships and informal coalitions, maintaining current relationships, consulting trusted partners on key issues, and remaining aware of partner and coalition priorities.
• Coordinate weaving land policy principles into other areas of Young Farmers policy development, advocacy, farmer leadership development, and network education.
• Advance racial equity in land access campaigns and policy goals
• Support grassroots actions, including fellowships, by informing planning and design, participating in meetings or events

General Staff Responsibilities (10%)

• Serve as a contributing team member who willingly supports organizational efforts in alignment with the strategic plan and models the organizational values.
• All staff admin: individually complete time cards and expense reports on time, attend weekly staff calls, supervisory meetings, team meetings, staff retreats, and other staff social spaces, and participate in providing feedback and implementation of annual processes.

*The job post is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing every activity, duty or responsibility that is required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change slightly or be added depending on the needs of the organization.

Qualifications

This could be the right position for you, if you:

• Have expertise related to land and agricultural policy, including but not limited: to improving access and secure land tenure for young and BIPOC farmers, farmland protection, and/or local and state land use.
• Bring experience engaging with legislative processes on the federal, state, and/or local level. Our advocacy efforts are focused on opportunities for federal policy change.
• Are committed to social and economic justice and are eager to apply your racial equity analysis and intersectional approach to leveraging the power of farmer storytelling and stewarding the creation, implementation, and evaluation of impactful policy change.
• Are comfortable stewarding and coordinating coalitions and partnerships, as well as working with partners from diverse backgrounds and BIPOC communities.
• Have expertise related to farm loan programs and farmland conservation programs that support land access and tenure.
• Have experience analyzing U.S. Code, legislative and regulatory language, and general public policy information.
• Have strong written and verbal communications, are comfortable facilitating virtual and in-person spaces, and are comfortable speaking to a room of farmers or a US Senator.

The ideal candidate may also have:

• Comfortable working in a fully remote environment.
• Experience with qualitative or quantitative data analysis.
• Experience engaging with the press
• Experience with fundraising or grant writing.
• Experience with budget management.
• Experience working at nonprofit organizations.
• Experience working on a farm or ranch and/or rooted in the agricultural community.

At the Sierra Club, we believe in the power of togetherness. 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 inequity, we will continue to fight for a bold, transformational agenda that recognizes the interconnectedness between our planet, our humanity, and our democracy. 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 is comprised of staff across the country and a network of local chapters that support our grassroots engagement. We are also proud to be a unionized employer, with three labor unions representing more than half of our employees.

Scope: The Senior Associate General Counsel for Employment and Labor Relations is a full-time senior attorney and subject matter expert in labor relations and employment matters. They work closely with the General Counsel for Employment and Senior Director for Labor Relations and Chief Legal Officer to support and facilitate organizational compliance with all applicable labor and employment laws. The Senior Counsel for Employment and Labor Relations assists with developing and implementing training programs. They assist with managing employment litigation, administrative proceedings, and administering the collective bargaining agreements to which Sierra Club is a party. They also assist with investigating internal claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other violations of applicable local, state and federal employment and labor laws.
Job activities include but are not limited to:

Provide legal advice and counsel on labor relations, employee relations and a broad range of employment and labor laws.
Manage employment litigation and administrative proceedings, including the development of pre-litigation, litigation and alternative dispute resolution strategies.
Conduct legal research and case research, and oral and written legal advocacy.
Investigate, draft investigative reports and/or provide legal guidance on claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, other violations of employment law and violations of Sierra Club’s policies
Assist with managing collective bargaining, impacts and effects bargaining, grievances, arbitrations, EEOC complaints, and other confidential labor and employment proceedings.
Prepare or manage Sierra Club’s responses to complaints or inquiries from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and other agencies charged with administering labor and employment laws.
Assist with Interpreting and ensuring the proper administration of collective bargaining agreements (including any related side letters, memoranda of understanding and other labor agreements) and train and advise management and other stakeholders accordingly.
Assist with supporting Sierra Club’s enterprise risk management function, as it pertains to labor and employment regulatory and enforcement issues.
Drive a culture of compliance by assisting with drafting policies and guidance, developing learning modules on risk management initiatives, human resources best practices, equal opportunity and other labor and employment laws.
Keep abreast of judicial, administrative, and other changes in laws and regulations related to the function of Sierra Club’s programs and recommend appropriate courses of action to the Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel for Employment and Senior Director for Labor Relations.
Assist with auditing Sierra Club employment policies, practices and the administration of collective bargaining agreements to ensure legally sufficient organizational policies and practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.

This position may require occasional out-of-town travel, evening and/or weekend work and deliverables, and attendance at meetings, retreats, or other events outside of normal business hours.
This position may require physical in-office work during certain or specified periods.

The successful candidate must have the following skills and experience:

A J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and admission in good standing to a state bar within the United States.
At least ten years of employment law and labor relations experience with broad exposure and expertise in organized employee units, compliance, litigation management and dispute resolution.
At least five years of work experience supporting an employer with a unionized workforce.
Sound judgment and strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills and abilities.
Experience interpreting and advising organizational clients on wage and hour laws, workplace safety, laws regarding rest and breaks, disability and leave requirements, workplace harassment, and discrimination.
Knowledge of NLRB rules and regulations and experience engaging with and/or appearing before the NLRB and EEOC.
Demonstrated skill and effectiveness in interpreting collective bargaining agreements, preparing instructional materials and conducting training.
Demonstrated innovation, facilitation, communication, and decision-making skills in the context of a highly decentralized organization.
Experience providing thoughtful and practical legal advice and counsel in or to a complex advocacy organization.
Strategic thinking and demonstrated success in planning and implementing new strategies and being a thought partner across an organization.

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

Experience managing challenging group dynamics in ways that build credibility, trust, collaboration, respect for individual differences, and equitable outcomes across all levels of an organization.
An understanding and commitment to the Sierra Club’s core values of Anti-racism, Balance, Collaboration, Justice and Transformation.
A passion and commitment to the Sierra Club mission.
Culturally competent, inclusive, and adept at meeting people where they are.

$160,000 – $180,000 a year

Joining Surfrider Foundation as the Senior Legal Director presents an unparalleled opportunity to spearhead impactful legal strategies and shape the future of coastal conservation in the United States. As the leader of our Legal Department, you’ll guide a team of dedicated attorneys in executing high-profile litigation and legislative advocacy campaigns that set precedents and drive tangible outcomes for coastal ecosystems and communities. Surfrider’s mission to protect and enjoy the world’s oceans, waves, and beaches resonates deeply with individuals who are committed to making a difference, offering a unique chance to combine your legal expertise with a passion for environmental preservation. Working collaboratively with our grassroots network of chapters and school clubs, you’ll have the satisfaction of seeing your efforts translate into meaningful change, all while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes professional growth and well-being. At Surfrider, we don’t just advocate for the coast – we live it, breathe it, and thrive in it.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As the Senior Legal Director at Surfrider Foundation, you’ll lead our Legal Department in developing and executing strategic legal initiatives that advance our mission and safeguard coastal resources. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you’ll oversee a diverse portfolio of litigation, legislative advocacy, and policy development efforts aimed at addressing pressing environmental challenges such as beach access, water pollution, plastic pollution, and climate adaptation. With a focus on both proactive and reactive legal strategies, you’ll have the opportunity to shape legal policies, secure precedent-setting victories, and foster collaboration across departments and regions. As a member of senior leadership, you’ll play a pivotal role in building capacity within the legal team, nurturing talent, and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders to maximize our impact. If you’re a dynamic legal professional with a passion for coastal conservation and a desire to make a difference, Surfrider Foundation offers a compelling platform to elevate your career and drive meaningful change on a national scale.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Senior Legal Director oversees Surfrider Foundation’s legal endeavors, including over 20 active and potential litigation efforts throughout the nation, and leads the legal strategy development for the organization. The Senior Legal Director also oversees and advises closely on legislative advocacy campaign strategy at the federal and state levels.

The Senior Legal Director liaisons with the Board of Directors regarding premier legal campaigns and assists with general counsel duties. The Senior Legal Director coordinates and oversees legal advocacy through the combined efforts of volunteer attorneys, legal interns, the Legal Issues Committee to the Board of Directors, Chapters and staff. Overall, the Senior Legal Director is charged with development and communication of litigation strategy and legal policy analysis for the organization to successfully focus on furthering Surfrider’s mission of protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves and beaches for all people.

The successful candidate will lead the advancement of organizational priorities and strategic plan goals, with primary responsibility for some matters, while also working collaboratively with outside counsel, staff, and Chapter members of the Surfrider Foundation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in creation and execution of legal strategies to advance the Surfrider mission and strategic plan goals;
Lead litigation efforts, assessing the viability of potential cases, formulating legal strategies, and representing the organization’s interests in court.
Collaborate with internal and external partners to advance legislative and advocacy initiatives.
Supervise and mentor legal staff, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality legal services.
Cultivate partnerships and alliances with community groups, environmental organizations, and other stakeholders.
Serve as a spokesperson for Surfrider, articulating legal positions and advocating for the organization’s mission.
Collaborate cross-departmentally with teams including Communications, Development, and Policy.
Manage a team of two (Sr. Legal Associate and Legal Associate)
Manage and Collaborate with Legal Issues Committee of the Board
Collaborate with coalition partners to advance campaign work;
Advise Surfrider headquarters staff on questions related to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and related matters that arise;
Advocate for coastal conservation measures at the national, state and local level, including through litigation, administrative advocacy and legislative work; and
Engage in public outreach and communication through the Surfrider Foundation website, action alerts, blogging, media responses, Chapters conferences and meetings, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

A Juris Doctorate from a U.S. law school and current bar admission in a state where Surfrider conducts mission-related work is required.
5 years’ experience with environmental litigation and advocacy, with a focus on coastal issues is preferred.
Litigation experience, including assessing case viability, crafting legal strategies, and courtroom representation
An effective team leader with strong written and oral advocacy, research, analysis, and campaign and leadership skills, including a track record of demonstrated success and a commitment to environmental protection.
A bright, creative individual who has a strong work ethic, sound judgment and ability to work well in a collegial setting.
Willingness to travel to campaign locations and in assistance to grassroots chapters around the nation is preferred.
A supportive and collaborative colleague, able to contribute towards the overall positive culture at Surfrider Foundation.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse perspectives and needs.
Proven track record of effectively communicating complex legal concepts to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing.
Strong leadership skills with experience managing legal teams and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Deep understanding of relevant laws and regulations related to coastal and ocean conservation, including environmental statutes and case law.
Strategic thinker with the ability to identify opportunities to advance Surfrider’s mission through legal means.

NICE TO HAVE:

Experience working with grassroots organizations, community groups, and diverse stakeholders.
Passion for Surfrider’s mission of coastal and ocean conservation, with a genuine dedication to coastal and environmental law.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Salary Range: $148,000 Minimum – $175,000 Maximum

Benefits: Medical, dental and vision coverage monthly premiums compensated 100% by Surfrider Foundation, Long-Term Disability insurance, Employee Assistance program (EAP), Section 125 Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401(k) plan with partial employer matching. Surfrider Foundation provides paid holidays, vacation and sick time. We also provide 6 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth of an employee’s child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption or foster care.

Windy City Harvest is the Chicago Botanic Garden’s urban agriculture division working on initiatives to help build a local food system, healthier communities, and a greener economy. The director of strategy and growth plays a key role in driving innovation, introducing new programs, and ending or improving under-performing activities. The director of strategy and growth helps staff understand how activities contribute to a comprehensive view of the Chicago Botanic Garden that delivers impact on plants, people, and planet. They are responsible for developing business and annual strategy plans to support revenue and programmatic growth. The director of strategy and growth will assist the vice president of community partnerships in co-creating new visitor experiences at the Farm on Ogden and responding to emerging initiatives and partnership opportunities.

In this role you will be responsible for the following:

Planning and executing innovative goals including sharing the vision, budget development, integrating efforts into existing teams, and evaluating outcomes.
Developing business strategy for our products and services.
Developing annual systems and monitoring progress of the strategic plan specific to Windy City Harvest goals.
Collaborate with Windy City Harvest departments to build operational and financial plans for growth.
Conduct market research and analysis to inform the creation of new or existing programs, partnerships, and revenue streams.
Cultivate and steward relationships with existing and emerging supporters of our efforts.
Ensure clear, consistent communication and project management with internal departments, particularly finance, development, strategy, and communications.
Develop Windy City Harvest social media and marketing strategies for product and service visibility.
Represent the Chicago Botanic Garden in the media and on local service boards.

Our ideal candidate will have the following:

3 or more years of experience in driving product revenue growth.
Extensive experience with budget and pro forma development.
A 360-degree business acumen spanning marketing and sales.
Bilingual (Spanish and English).
Ability to use an equity lens in strategy development and decision-making.
Drive a culture of experimentation and data-driven decision-making, leveraging quantitative and qualitative insights to inform priorities and growth tactics.
Experience with social media communication strategies.
Demonstrated ability to commit to a collegial work environment including participatory decision-making and support of open feedback.
Prior experience with donor relationships and promoting an organization or program to a diverse audience preferred.
Past experience working with the south and west sides of Chicago preferred.

The Institute for Governance & Sustainable Development (IGSD) is recruiting a full-time International Environmental Law Fellow to focus on climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience, ideally with some experience with non-CO2 mitigation. The position is suitable for early to mid-career lawyers. The candidate should have a public-interest spirit and desire to help avoid catastrophic climate impacts. Good writing skills are essential. The position is for one year, with the possibility of an extension for a second year.

Minimum Qualifications

Familiarity with climate science.
Demonstrated commitment to climate and environmental progress.
Excellent writing and editing skills.
0-5 years of experience.
JD, LLM, or equivalent.

Desired Qualifications

Demonstrable work experience or research background relevant to IGSD’s non-CO2, fast mitigation efforts, in particular methane or HFCs.
Legislative drafting or international law experience.
Spanish fluency.

Responsibilities

Working with IGSD team members, the Law Fellows will play a key role in implementing IGSD’s fast-mitigation strategies through a variety of projects. These may include:
Working with partners to improve climate governance and policies related to fast mitigation: For over a decade, IGSD has been spearheading national, regional, and international strategies to reduce SLCPs (black carbon, tropospheric ozone, methane, and f-gases such as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)).
Assisting with preparation for and at international treaty meetings, including the Montreal Protocol and the UNFCCC.
Advancing legal and scientific understanding of key climate issues: IGSD actively publishes law review and scientific articles, primers, and other background notes.

This position is remote/hybrid with a strong preference for candidates who are in or who can relocate to Washington, DC, for in-person meetings with the team.

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Position Description:

We currently seek a dedicated individual who will be responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance and implementing and maintaining environmental management systems and programs at the Stanislaus facility in Crows Landing, CA

Responsibilities include:

Ensuring compliance with the facility’s air quality permits including review and analysis of continuous emission monitoring systems data; emission testing data, Oregon DEQ and USEPA agency report preparation and submittals.
Providing oversite of solid waste permit requirements as well as oversite of Ash RCRA characterization program including sampling, testing and reporting.
Providing oversite water permit program compliance including sampling, testing and reporting.
Providing environmental permitting support.
Tracking of regulatory updates; and
Providing assistance with maintenance of key environmental records and documents.

This position involves activities such as: performing environmental compliance assessments, completing plant walkdowns and inspections, documenting compliance status, making recommendations to help achieve compliance, and providing and/or facilitating training on compliance management requirements, as needed.

The individual will coordinate their responsibilities with the plant Facility Manager as well as the Regional Environmental Manager.

Position Requirements:

The successful candidate should have a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in science (biology, chemistry, environmental science) or engineering (environmental, chemical, mechanical, etc.) or equivalent field 7 years of directly relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

In addition, successful candidates are preferred to have 3+ years’ experience in:

Developing permit applications and/or negotiating permit conditions for new permits and/or modification of permits required with a focus on Title V air operating permits for major sources.
Overseeing air compliance programs including Title V Air Operating permits, emission test programs, continuous emission monitoring systems, reporting and recordkeeping.
Compliance at municipal solid waste management facilities or other equivalent industrial or utility operations.
Oversite of RCRA Waste Characterization programs including waste sampling, analysis and reporting.
Oversite of permit conditions for solid waste, stormwater, wastewater, radiation, and related disciplines.
Dealing with federal and state agencies (USEPA and/or ODEQ) is an advantage.
Proven capability in communicating with diverse levels of regulatory personnel in different disciplines including air, solid waste, water, and others as required.
Proven capability in communicating corporate messages to community groups and local officials.
Detailed knowledge of environmental regulatory programs (e.g. RCRA, Clean Air Act, Solid Waste, GHG, Boiler MACT, etc.).

The individual must have strong written and oral communication skills, an ability to work cooperatively within the regulatory framework, and strong computer skills including proficiency with MS Office applications.

The Harris County Attorney’s Office (HCAO) is hiring a Paralegal to join our Environmental Division which specializes in administrative environmental law, state court enforcement of environmental laws and related county regulations to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. The Paralegal will perform delegated and supervised substantive legal work which requires an understanding of legal principles and procedures. The Paralegal in this role is responsible for ensuring the smooth and timely preparation of cases from inception through trial, and will act as the liaison between the courts, clerks, attorneys, and the public as needed.

In addition to the ability to earn compensatory time for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per workweek, the selected candidate may be eligible to participate in the HCAO telework program, which currently allows employees to work from home a few days per week.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages a high-volume caseload.
Drafts, proofs, files, and/or mails legal documents such as affidavits, motions, responses, answers, subpoenas, and pleadings.
Prepares for motions, trial, and appeal by compiling motion and trial notebooks, assembling jury instructions, and compiling exhibit lists.
Gathers, organizes, redacts, and produces discovery.
Maintains and updates electronic case files in CACI case management software.
Calendars hearings, docket control orders, and deadlines for cases.
Attends hearings and trials.
Conducts research assignments.
Communicates and acts as a liaison between the courts, clerks, attorneys, client departments and the public as needed.
Performs multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining an effective balance of priorities and high productivity.
Responds promptly to phone calls, emails, and other correspondence.
Participates in one-on-one sessions with the supervisor and/or manager to give and receive feedback.
Participates in Division staff meetings.
Assist attorneys and other paralegals as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Duties:

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.

Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Education and Experience:

An Associate’s Degree or higher in Paralegal Studies or a closely related field

OR

Paralegal certificate or diploma

OR

A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a paralegal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Detail oriented and excellent research and writing skills.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to communicate and work in a collaborative group.
Proficiency with technology and legal tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Westlaw, and Adobe.
Knowledge of Texas and federal electronic filing systems such as Texas e-file and federal ECF/Pacer to file and retrieve court documents.
Experience conducting discovery.
Knowledge of the rules of civil procedure and evidence.
Ability to perform thorough legal and factual analyses and exercise good judgment.
Ability to problem solve, organize, and prioritize assignments to meet deadlines.
Occasional ability to work extended hours to accommodate case load demands.
Ability to comply with office training requirements.
Ability to comply with the Harris County Personnel Policies and Procedures and the policies of the County Attorney.

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) seeks a full-time attorney to join its Environmental Justice Program. The senior attorney will be responsible for the program’s zero waste work, including challenging proposed and existing waste facilities, addressing plastic pollution, and advocating for zero waste solutions. The senior attorney will also work on toxics-related litigation. The work will be focused on the southern part of the New England region, in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, and will be based in one of the following CLF regional offices: Providence, RI; New Haven, CT, or Boston, MA with some opportunity for remote work within New England. Frequent travel throughout the southern New England states is required.

CLF strongly embraces diversity, equity, inclusion and partnering with communities directly impacted by pollution and regulatory and siting decisions. We are dedicated to maintaining a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

What you’ll do

CLF’s zero waste work is aligned with the global Zero Waste movement as defined by the Zero Waste International Alliance — the reduction of disposal; expansion and improvement of recycling, composting, and reuse of products and materials; and development of a circular economy. Related to CLF’s zero waste work, CLF strongly believes that every community should be free of dangerous toxins, both in the indoor and outdoor environment. The core of both of these focuses is an understanding of the connection between disproportionate impacts of waste systems and toxic exposure on communities of color, limited English proficient households, and low-income communities. As a member of CLF’s zero waste and toxics team, you will:

Develop relationships, lead or participate in coalitions, and work collaboratively with community and advocacy groups, public officials, and business interests;
Devise and execute legal and policy strategies related to the adoption, implementation, and enforcement of statewide Zero Waste programs and regulations, and the development, expansion and operation of waste facilities, in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island;
Complement the advocacy of CLF’s zero waste and toxics work in other states (i.e., Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont);
Represent CLF and potentially community-based organizations in litigation, administrative proceedings, state legislatures, and to the public;
Advise and work with community and advocacy groups on legal and policy matters to influence zero waste strategies;
Assist CLF’s development team with fundraising efforts; and
Assist CLF’s communications team in creating and delivering advocacy news and key messages to the press, our members, and the public.

What you’ll need

To be successful in this role, you will need:

At least 7 years of relevant experience practicing law;
A commitment to protecting and promoting environmental justice and public health;
A passion for using and strengthening the law to protect people and natural resources;
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to put your analysis into writing that is easily understood by a variety of audiences, including residents without technical or legal knowledge;
A commitment to working collaboratively with diverse colleagues and partners;
A high level of organization and strong interpersonal skills, including cultural competence and ability to communicate and collaborate within diverse, multilingual, and multicultural communities;
A willingness to travel throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut on a routine basis and a willingness to travel periodically to Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont;
Litigation experience in state and federal courts, before regulatory agencies, or comparable experience;
Experience evaluating legislation and commenting on proposed regulations changes; and
Admission to practice law in good standing in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and/or Connecticut, or admission elsewhere with a willingness to be admitted to practice in one or more of the southern New England states.