Job Tag: Law/Policy

The Senior Sustainability Planner at The University of California, Irvine’s Campus Planning & Sustainability office, plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainability initiatives and helps achieve sustainability goals. Serves as a lead in supporting the implementation of the UC Sustainable Practices Policy including reporting responsibilities, AASHE STARS reporting, climate action and resiliency planning, managing sustainability programs (including Green Labs) and initiatives, staff sustainability training, award submittals, web and media communications, sustainability-focused tours, facilitates collaboration across campus and with community stakeholders, participates in system-wide sustainability work groups, and manages up to four student interns. The position will also be expected to develop and leverage a strong alignment between campus planning and sustainability to support integrated planning and promote diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) priorities. Candidates with professional and/or lived experience at the intersection of sustainability and DEIJ issues are encouraged to apply.

Required:

Three or more years of experience in sustainability, environmental programs, or related disciplines. Three or more years of experience in higher education setting preferred.
Bachelor’s degree and / or equivalent experience / training in environmental science, management, or policy; architecture; engineering; or public health

Demonstrated knowledge in the area of environmental sustainability Ability to build collaborative relationships and business partnerships. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to analyze, research, and synthesize large volumes of data and information, extract relevant detail, and prepare reports in various formats.

Preferred:

Master’s degree preferred

ISSP Certified Sustainability Professional (preferred)
Knowledge of U.S. Green Building Council rating systems. Thorough knowledge of sustainability concepts and practices, climate action plans, food service procurement, and waste management practices. Skill in planning and implementing sustainability focused practices. Proficient in all software applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Access). Ability to draft clear, concise correspondence, develop presentations and business documents. Ability to supervise student interns Knowledge of sustainability-related policies in the US system, and State legislation.

The Clean Air Council is Philadelphia’s oldest environmental non-profit. Founded before the EPA, before Earth Day, and before the modern Clean Air Act, we have been fighting for everyone’s right to breathe clean air since 1967. We work on the issues most relevant to the region, so our programs are always changing.

Clean Air Council seeks a skilled litigator with environmental law experience to manage its team of public interest environmental attorneys and legal professionals and oversee and personally engage in its forward-thinking and impactful legal advocacy. The legal team that the Legal Director heads comprises about half a dozen lawyers executing a full range of cutting-edge environmental legal efforts, spanning litigation, policy, and regulatory work, in Pennsylvania, elsewhere in the Mid-Atlantic region, and nationally.

About Resource Central – We’re an award-winning nonprofit based in Boulder determined to make conservation so simple that people don’t even realize they’re doing it. Founded in 1976, our environmental programs have helped more than 900,000 people save water, conserve energy, and reduce waste. Learn more at: ResourceCentral.org. We welcome applicants who care about fairness and treating everyone equally. If you can work well with people from different backgrounds, we would love for you to apply.

Job Purpose – Water is one of the biggest concerns in Colorado, and Resource Central’s popular Slow the Flow program is celebrating twenty years of helping people conserve water – with more than 170 million gallons of water saved! The Water Conservation Associate will play an essential role in the Slow the Flow program by completing sprinkler system checkups and providing simple recommendations to reduce water use on lawns. This is a field-based conservation role that involves driving from home to appointments daily and providing outstanding customer service. The position starts June 3, 2024 and is expected to last into August (or September) 2024. Compensation includes $18.50/hr, mileage reimbursement, cell phone stipend, paid training, and paid sick leave. Why work behind a desk when you can get outside and gain valuable experience in water conservation while making a difference!

Principal Responsibilities – The essential duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Help people conserve water by conducting sprinkler system checkups at homes, businesses, and other properties; we provide training.
Travel from home to worksite locations daily; appointment locations will be assigned to minimize commute times when possible; we provide mileage reimbursement.
Test sprinkler systems, collect data, and make small adjustments to sprinkler heads to conserve water and improve system performance.
Program sprinkler control clocks to provide a more efficient watering schedule.
Educate homeowners and business owners on best practices in outdoor water use.
Participate in regularly scheduled meetings in person, via Zoom, and on the phone.
Assist with other Resource Central programs as assigned.
Cultivate a strong sense of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

Must be passionate about helping people conserve water.
Outstanding customer service skills and ability to maintain a positive attitude at all times required.
Must be at least 18 years of age upon start date.
Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, daily access to a reliable automobile, and a smartphone required.
Must pass a background check and driving record evaluation if offered a position.
Fieldwork is primarily in the Front Range. Travel to Fountain or other cities, including an extended commute or overnight stay, may be required at times; we provide travel pay and accommodations.
Ability to lift 30 pounds, walk continuously throughout the workday, kneel, lift, and bend repeatedly required.
Ability to safely work outdoors in all kinds of weather including high temperatures and rain required.
Experience in fieldwork, landscaping, sprinklers, or sustainability preferred.

Pew’s preventing ocean plastics project aims to provide the evidence base for concerted global action to reduce the flow of plastic into the ocean. The project focuses on evaluating and implementing the economically and politically viable steps and catalyzing effective and efficient efforts and investments globally to reduce the flow of plastics entering the world’s oceans. Specifically, the project aims to help develop policies to address in-country plastic use and waste, unintentional microplastics, and plastics trade as well as increased accountability of public and private actions, all supported by the dissemination of research and tools.

Position Overview

The officer, preventing ocean plastics, will serve as a subject matter expert, focused on ensuring the policy positions advanced by the plastics team are based on the best available information. This position will focus on bridging the technical analyses conducted by the team with policy development and collaborate with team members across all six workstreams, which span modeling and scenario analyses to metrics development to policy advocacy. This position will also advise on the best approaches for multilateral policies and assist in developing and implementing strategies to deliver those policies.

Reporting to the project director, preventing ocean plastics, this position is based in Washington, DC (or London) and will participate in Pew’s core in-office days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and will have flexibility to work from home the remainder of each week.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are seeking employment without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Foster a work environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible and in line with Pew and the project’s related goals.
Collaborate closely with team members across the technical and policy workstreams to ensure research conducted by the team, as well as the best available information, supports and informs the policy positions advanced by the team.
Actively identify the science needs of the policy teams and provide advice and guidance to link the activities of the policy and technical teams.
Master the technical analyses under the scenario modeling workstream and collaborate with project partners in conducting the analyses and support their development of policy recommendations.
Represent Pew in the technical working group hosted by our partners under the Scaling Plastics Disclosure project’s corporate disclosure and reporting platform and provide feedback in the development and implementation of the plastics metrics.
Build partnerships with other organizations in the public and private sectors and cultivate and maintain productive working relationships with key government officials and nongovernmental partners.
Research, write, and edit campaign materials, such as reports, policy briefs, fact sheets, presentations, letters, and web content.
Serve as a subject matter expert and represent Pew publicly at conferences, events, and meetings and with the media to cultivate and engage key constituencies about the need for a corporate disclosure and reporting system for plastics.
Develop contracts and budgets and manage and conduct oversight of contractors and consultants contributing to project objectives.
Maintain a broad knowledge and keep abreast of developments and publications on the relevant policies, science and solution options to tackle plastic pollution.
Contribute to and participate in tasks of the project and department as assigned, as well as activities that support program and Pew-wide objectives as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
Generally eight years of applicable experience in the conservation arena, with a particular focus on or familiarity with ocean and international policy, marine science, or plastics. Specific knowledge or experience in approaches to tackling plastic pollution, corporate disclosure and data and modeling analyses preferred.
Prior to commencing employment with Pew, candidates for this position who were registered to lobby in any jurisdiction must certify termination of previous registration(s) and provide copies of termination notices with said jurisdiction(s) to Pew.
Demonstrated business judgment and discretion in handling complex and sensitive matters.
Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills. Develops and maintains productive relationships with colleagues and partners from diverse backgrounds who may have disparate or conflicting goals or approaches. Excellent listening skills.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Experience synthesizing materials and focusing quickly on the essence of an issue and the means to address it. Confident in presenting Pew’s views and one’s own ideas and diplomatically persuading others as appropriate.
Experience with delivering policy recommendations and/or scientific findings to policy makers and the public.
Develops and moves projects forward with a high degree of independence and autonomy and achieves results in a complex working environment in which influence is often exerted indirectly rather than through traditional chain of command hierarchies.
Strong problem-solving skills. Must be flexible, creative and consistent. A strong commitment to producing measurable results.
Demonstrates a strong collaborative spirit.

Travel

Domestic and international travel expected approximately 20% of the time.

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) is seeking a Policy Analyst to join our team working to protect New England’s environment for all people. The Policy Analyst will work in the organization’s Healthy and Resilient Communities program, working closely with an interdisciplinary team of staff and community partners to advance CLF’s work on getting ready for climate impacts, supporting healthy neighborhoods, and promoting environmentally just investments. The position will be based in CLF’s Boston office with flexibility for some remote work within New England.

What you’ll do

Prepare and edit memoranda, reports, presentations, and other materials;
Draft and publicly present comments on projects, policies, and plans;
Conduct data management and analysis including geospatial analysis, demographic research, parsing data, web mapping or other tasks;
Conduct legal and policy research in the areas of climate resilience; affordable and stable housing; climate gentrification; and investment and development
Provide technical planning assistance to community partners and work collaboratively with partners on research and advocacy;
Help build alliances and participate in coalitions among community groups, public officials, business interests, and advocacy organizations around specific advocacy initiatives;
Write public education materials and public-facing communication pieces such as blogs and help inform communication strategies;
Mentor and manage interns and students; and
Contribute to CLF’s strategic priorities and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and organizational excellence.

What you’ll need

We are looking for a motivated self-starter that is able to work both independently and as a productive team member. To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

2-3 years of related experience in research, advocacy, or planning;
An undergraduate degree in urban studies, geography, planning, policy, public health, environmental studies, or a related field;
A passion and commitment to environmental, public health, anti-racism and/or social justice work;
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to put your analysis into writing that is easily understood;
Excellent written and oral communication skills, and ability to communicate with racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities;
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to take initiative, solve problems, assess priorities, and manage a variety of activities in a fast-paced environment;
An understanding of urban planning and land use concepts;
Strong administrative capabilities, including proficiency with Microsoft Office;
Beginner to intermediate level GIS skills (ArcMap/ESRI preferred) with an interest in developing this skill; and
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The following additional skills or experiences will be beneficial in the role:

A master’s degree in urban planning, geography/geographical information systems, public policy, environmental science, or a related field; and
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign and Illustrator)

Resources for the Future is seeking experienced researchers and policy specialists ready to lead team-based research, fundraising, and policy engagement activities on U.S. environmental justice issues, including analysis of the demographic and geographic distribution of climate change and climate policy impacts. Candidates should have a deep understanding of economic and other social outcomes affected by climate change, adaptation, and resilience policies; the design of policies that affect social outcomes and their distribution; have experience working in partnership with community-based organizations; and have an understanding of EJ’s history and current issues.

The position is open to mid-career applicants with either a Doctoral degree and at least five years of professional experience beyond their doctorate or a Master’s degree and at least ten years of professional experience in environmental research and policy. Appointments will be made at the Fellow, Senior Fellow, Initiative Director, and Program Director Level, depending on experience.

The ideal candidate will have the entrepreneurial drive to expand our portfolio of environmental justice work so that it has a lasting impact on environmental decisions and policy. We will consider individuals with proven track records of team-based research management and entrepreneurship, as well as experienced researchers with a strong motivation to develop the skills and experience needed to become such leaders.

This role is located in Washington, DC with opportunities for remote work arrangements

Qualifications and Experience

A PhD in economics or closely related field, and more than 5 years of post-degree professional experience in climate policy research; OR,
An alternative graduate degree (e.g., MA, JD, or PhDs less-closely related to economics) and at least 10 years of post-degree professional experience in climate policy research and engagement.
Expertise related to the topics listed above, with a record of research publications and/or leading and managing teams producing research publications.
Experience working within or closely with government agencies, and a network of governmental and non-governmental contacts related to environmental policy issues.
Demonstrated ability to establish and lead new areas of research and policy engagement with lasting impact on environmental decisions and policy.
Demonstrated research leadership skills, including project and program management ability.
Management or supervisory experience leading, coaching, and mentoring staff, with increased responsibilities over time.
Fundraising experience with government, foundations, corporations, multilateral organizations, and/or individuals.
Experience with strategic communications, including outreach to media and target audiences in the public, business, and nonprofit sectors.
Outstanding oral and written communications skills.
Demonstrated interest in, and capability to work as part of a team to develop and execute strategy on an organizational level.
Experience in building and maintaining partnerships with organizations, universities, and/or multilateral institutions.

The Center for Climate Integrity (CCI) seeks an experienced policy manager to oversee the development and execution of a national state legislative strategy. This position offers the flexibility of remote work and requires a highly strategic and collaborative individual to advance CCI’s mission to use strategic litigation to hold oil and gas companies accountable for the massive costs of climate change.

A successful candidate will have a deep understanding of state-level policymaking processes, excellent analytical skills, and a proven ability to navigate complex policy landscapes and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

A member of CCI’s political department, this new position is fully remote and will report to the Political Director.

Key Responsibilities

Develop State Legislative Strategy: Collaborate with the Political Director to develop and refine a comprehensive state legislative strategy aligned with CCI’s goals and priorities.
Policy Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth research and analysis on state-level policy issues relevant to our organization’s mission.
Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and maintain relationships with state lawmakers, legislative staff, government agencies, advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders to advance CCI’s policy objectives.
Build Strategic Relationships: Work with CCI’s Outreach & Engagement Lead to identify opportunities to build strategic alliances with allied organizations, key stakeholders, and community groups. Collaborate on joint advocacy initiatives and leverage collective resources to achieve shared objectives.
Legislative Advocacy: Lead advocacy campaigns to support legislative proposals, including organizing stakeholder meetings and preparing advocacy materials, which may include policy briefs, fact sheets, talking points, and testimony for legislative hearings. This position will also assist in the training and delegation of fellow political team members to effectively lobby and advocate for legislation in key states.
Policy Communications: Work with the Political Director and Communications team to develop messaging and materials to support advocacy efforts, including op-eds, press releases, and other supportive content.
Legislative Tracking and Monitoring: Monitor state legislative activity, track relevant bills, amendments, hearings, trends, and other developments in key states and provide timely updates to the Political Director and other internal staff.
Policy Briefings and Trainings: Provide briefings and trainings to internal staff, external partners, and other stakeholders on CCI’s policy issues and advocacy strategies.
Performance Measurement and Reporting: Track and evaluate the effectiveness of state advocacy efforts, collect data on key performance indicators, and compile summary reports for Political Director and President. Track and report lobbying hours.
Travel: 10-20% (5-8 trips per year)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, law, or related field. Advanced degree or JD from an ABA-accredited law school preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in state-level advocacy, government relations, or public policy analysis.
Deep understanding of state legislative processes and political dynamics, with experience working in multiple states preferred.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret legislation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting policy documents and advocacy materials.
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including legislators, government officials, advocacy organizations, and community leaders.
Experience managing legislative advocacy campaigns. Experience with climate or environmental issues preferred.
Proficiency in G suite, legislative tracking software, and other relevant tools.

Other Key Competencies

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive and trusted working relationships from a distance.
Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear and actionable recommendations.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, remote environment, with a strong commitment to quality and achieving results.
Champions diversity and inclusion—Advocates the value of diversity and inclusion as a competitive advantage; works to actively support equitable team environments.

The Wading Bird Research Specialist will work closely with the State Director of Research at the Everglades Science Center. Their primary responsibilities will be a combination of fieldwork and office projects. This is a full-time position where the Specialist will manage multiple field projects including, but not exclusive to, the capturing, banding, and tracking of Roseate spoonbills, organizing, and leading physical surveys of nesting colonies to quantify roseate spoonbill nesting success and gather nesting numbers of all waterbird species in those colonies. Furthermore, the Specialist will develop the best techniques and equipment needed to assess the efficacy of using nest cameras as a substitute for physical surveys of colonies thereby achieving contractual targets. This is a hybrid role consisting of fieldwork and work done in the office at the Everglades Science Center. The standard work week is 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday, with occasional work on the weekend.

The Specialist will also manage the collection and entering of biological data from Florida Bay and the Everglades. The Specialist will need to train seasonal technicians (usually two direct reports) and coach them as to where and how best to assist in accomplishing these tasks to reach operational targets. This role will have a permanent direct report. The overall operation at ESC is accomplished through an integrated network of several data collection teams (hydrology, vegetation, prey fish and wading bird teams with the Specialist acting as lead on the wading bird team). Collecting the data will rely on a great deal of teamwork on the part of the Specialists’ ability to integrate with these other tasks by being flexible with not only their own time but the seasonal employees’ time as well. Working with the Center Director to complete reports as required. Wading bird nesting colonies are monitored at scheduled times from as early as October to as late as June. The Specialist will be asked to assist with other projects associated with wading bird ecology in Florida Bay. Colonies will be accessed using powerboats, rowboats, canoes, kayaks and on foot (wading).

Compensation:

$54,000-$64,000 / year

Additional Job Description

Essential Functions

Capture birds from mangrove habitats to place leg bands and tracking devices on the birds.
Develop best techniques and practices of using trail cameras to replace physical surveys of spoonbill nesting colonies.
Collect data autonomously; identify, preserve, and catalog data in a database to be statistically analyzed for use in producing Center products such as contract deliverables, reports, and scientific publications.
Prepare and maintain detailed records, log, and summarize reports of all procedures and results including graphs, scientific calculations, and statistical analysis charting.
Responsible for the creation, updating, and maintaining of procedures for various tasks such as, quality control/quality assurance and storage protocol.
Supervise, train, and coach seasonal technicians and a direct report to achieve our operational goals by planning their individual skill set.
Lead and co-lead on the development of hypotheses based on the data collected that will be statistically tested, leading to scientific publications that the specialist will either author or co-author with other team members.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (hydrology, vegetation, and fish) of biologists and research associates to meet operational targets of the organization by developing and accessing Everglades restoration projects.
Participate in group projects to protect and maintain the base facility and improve operations (e.g. lead evacuation team when under threat of hurricane)
Responsible for the repair, maintenance and replacement of all field gear assigned to the bird team.
Give educational presentations to educate the community and stakeholders.
Participate in grant writing to help expand the program and research.
Other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field (or equivalent in field experience) required; understanding and respect of the scientific method is paramount.
Minimum 5 years’ experience working in marine, estuarine, or wetlands ecology environments, or working with collecting ornithological data.
Computer experience and familiarity with spreadsheets, statistical analyses and database management programs are required.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills that can be adapted to reach a wide range of individuals and used to build consensus. Ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience in scientific writing and communications.
Strong organization skills and flexibility in planning to meet the demands of the birds’ schedule (i.e., the birds determine the schedule not preplanned calendar appointments)
Experience in Florida’s estuaries, mangrove forests, and/or coastal wetlands is a plus.
Excellent work ethic, a team-focused attitude, and the ability to work well autonomously in the field.
Physical requirements include the ability to work long hours in the field in sub-tropical wetland environments with or without accommodation, exposure to the harsh South Florida environment (extreme heat, biting insects, wading in water or mud), sometimes alone and without a communications signal while adhering to safety techniques detailed in the Audubon Safety Manual.
Ability and willingness to work in murky waters that serve as the home for potentially dangerous wildlife such as alligators and venomous snakes.
Some projects may involve travel in helicopters and small, fixed-wing aircraft.
Must have operating experience with small boats and other vehicles.
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical equipment such as trucks and boats (e.g. jump start a vehicle or change a flat tire).
Willingness to occasionally work on weekends.
A valid driver’s license is required.

General Purpose

Accountable for the activities and outcomes of the environmental policy and strategy function for the states of California, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming, Idaho and Utah. Responsible for managing the activities and staff associated with environmental policy issues impacting the company and for developing company strategies on various complex environmental issues. Provide leadership and direction to management that guides the company’s interest in fulfilling its Environmental RESPECT commitments.
Responsibilities of this position include the following:

Evaluate proposed state and federal laws and regulations that have the potential to impact company operations or policies. Develop comments on proposed state and federal laws and regulations.
Integrate environmental assessments of existing and anticipated environmental regulations into the planning and operating decisions of the business units.
Advise management of the impact of proposed legislation and regulation and develop potential compliance strategies.
Proactively participate in trade associations and various task forces to assist in the development of laws and regulations.
Supervise, plan, direct and coordinate the activities and budget of the environmental policy and strategy staff and outside consultants.
Provide direction and counsel to ensure the company is proactively working to create responsible environmental laws and sound public policy.
Maintain an understanding of processes within the business units and a working knowledge of environmental issues for all environmental aspects.
Provide leadership and direction to management on the Environmental RESPECT principles.
Assist in the development of strategic environmental plans and initiatives.
Represent the company when interfacing with regulators, environmental agencies, commercial counterparties, and other interested stakeholders.
Responsible for selecting, coaching, and developing employees and managing salaries in accordance with the company’s talent management and succession planning processes. Review and evaluate employee performance and prepare annual reviews.
Implement and support company programs and policies.
Develop and maintain legislation and regulatory contacts as necessary to provide essential input on relevant laws and regulations. Prepare and submit testimony in legislative or regulatory hearings.
Stay abreast of current and proposed federal and state laws and regulations.

Requirements for this position include the following:

Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Governmental Affairs, Communications or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of ten years of related progressive work experience.
A minimum of five years direct people management experience.
Demonstrated initiative and leadership skills.
Management skills including the ability to establish objectives, develop and execute policy, direct and monitor resources, and recommend and oversee development or implementation of systems, programs, or processes.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws/regulations.
Experience in budget preparation, analysis and cost tracking.
Communication and interpersonal skills with the demonstrated ability to communicate complex information accurately and understandably.
Must possess the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with business unit personnel, government agencies, trade groups, outside stakeholders, and others.
Superior writing skills, with the ability to read and summarize voluminous regulatory and legislative proposals and prepare comments on behalf of the Company.
Knowledge of external business environment, laws, political climate and the Company’s strategies, policies, practices, and procedures.
Advanced knowledge of environmental laws and regulations

Preferences

• JD, MBA or similar advanced degree.
• Knowledge of the utility industry, the political, economic, and social climates in which the Company operates.

Planet Reimagined is recruiting a Program Manager to build on our clean energy advocacy and policy work. If you are an inspiring leader and experienced project manager committed to expanding clean energy quickly and equitably, this is an ideal opportunity with a fast-growing global advocacy, research, and campaigning nonprofit to build and oversee Common Grounds, a pioneering new initiative that has bipartisan support from across the federal government.

About Planet Reimagined and Common Grounds:

Common Grounds is Planet Reimagined’s program to accelerate the energy transition by centering energy communities and building bridges to those left behind within the fossil fuel industry by incentivizing energy land-sharing and the co-location of renewable energy projects on federal and state oil and gas lands. Siting wind and solar projects on these leased lands expedites permitting, minimizes landscape disturbance, expands transition equity, and localizes investment opportunities.

Planet Reimagined leads large-scale action research projects and trains the climate leaders of the future with customized fellowships for researchers and advocates. We use cutting-edge tools from digital communications, grassroots organizing, and policy advocacy to drive change. Founded by musician Adam Met of the platinum indie pop band AJR, we harness the power of media and entertainment to reach over 100 million people a year.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated manager to establish and lead a ground-breaking effort to drive adoption of clean energy land-sharing in order to transition from fossil fuel production. The Clean Energy Program Manager will successfully plan and implement new wind and solar projects, oversee community and industry engagement, and launch new tools to make the transition accessible throughout the wider market in the Western United States. The ideal candidate will have a background in program management and team leadership within a climate or environmental advocacy organization or government, and a keen understanding of renewable energy project development, state and federal energy policy, community engagement, and the oil and gas industry.

The new Clean Energy program will lower the barrier to entry by partially absorbing the “first moverâ€ costs to establish clean energy pilot projects on federal and state oil and gas lands, and undertaking outreach and advocacy across the energy industry, communities, and policymakers. The program will drive scale through developing online interactive toolkits to help small business owners transition away from fossil fuels; and driving legislative and administrative policy changes to remove barriers and unlock funding.

The Program Manager will work with Planet Reimagined’s leadership to build the Common Grounds team, lead fundraising and donor stewardship efforts, facilitate collaboration with local and national partners, organize project timelines and budget, and manage stakeholder engagement to to successfully deliver project objectives. The Program Manager is a senior role reporting to the Managing Director.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruit, build and oversee a diverse team of 4-6 people across relevant disciplines

Achieve significant collaboration and coherence across staff and advisors with different backgrounds and expertise including engineers, advocates, grassroots organizers, lawyers, and business professionals

Manage project budgets, timelines, and reporting on KPIs to a range of stakeholders

Facilitate fruitful relationships between oil and gas operators, renewable energy developers, and others to develop and implement comprehensive project plans, staying mindful of project scope and timeline

Act as the primary point of contact for program stakeholders, expanding and maintaining strong relationships with funders, advocacy partners, local communities and project developers

Stay informed of the latest trends and advancements in the renewable energy and oil & gas sectors and ensure compliance with industry standards, environmental policies, and the changing regulatory environment

This is a virtual position and can be based anywhere, though you need to have U.S. work authorization and be available to regularly join meetings in Eastern Time Zone hours. This is a full-time salaried position.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $125,000–$140,000

Full time employees are eligible for paid holidays and vacations

Additional stipend to recognize the high cost of health care

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Environmental Science or Environmental Policy, Business, Project Management, or related field. A Master’s degree or additional professional certifications is a plus

Minimum of 6+ years of program management experience within an environment/climate advocacy organization, energy-related government position, renewable energy or oil & gas industry or related field

Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools

Excellent leadership and communication skills with a management approach likely to thrive within Planet Reimagined’s collaborative culture of shared values and mutual respect

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, with the ability to be effective leading a nimble start-up initiative and the continuing flexibility and adaptability needed for speedy growth.

Mission-driven commitment to social good and passion for paving the way to a fair clean energy future