Job Tag: Law/Policy

The Legislative Policy Manager works closely with Sonoma Clean Power’s CEO to educate and advocate for clean power, energy affordability, grid reliability, and to protect the rights of community-owned power providers to operate. This role has two key functions: policy advocacy in Sacramento, and public engagement for SCP’s special clean power initiatives, like building 600 MW of new local geothermal power.

The policy advocacy role involves participation in the statewide California Community Choice Association (CalCCA) meetings and events, analysis of proposed legislation, briefing the CEO and staff, drafting reports, meetings with lawmakers and their staff and managing SCP’s lobbyist.

The special initiatives role involves educating our local community on SCP’s GeoZone projects, supporting public outreach and events, attending and representing SCP at industry conferences, developing relationships with federal agency staff and lawmakers as appropriate, supporting SCP’s private partners (e.g., with content for grant applications), and more.

Bachelor’s degree in political science, sociology, business, economics, engineering science, or related field and minimum five (5) years relevant experience in policy analysis, public engagement and industry relationships required. Experience with electric power industry issues and California’s legislative or regulatory environment is preferred.

Reporting to the Vice President, Climate, the Senior Director of Climate Strategy, will be responsible for leading efforts to implement Audubon’s climate program objectives through and with state and local Audubon offices and chapters. They will identify and communicate state and local climate policy opportunities across our network footprint, and work with the appropriate state and national staff to develop and implement effective strategies that lead to on the ground climate policy wins.

The Senior Director will also serve as part of Audubon’s climate team with particular focus on acceleration of transmission capacity in support of rapid deployment of renewable energy (solar, wind, and offshore) projects with a particular focus on supporting state program engagement. The Senior Director will provide leadership to the team including representing Audubon to external audiences and funders, providing technical advice to local and regional offices, and supervise a growing team of transmission advocates working at the regional level. They must have a background in state level climate and energy policy, including fluency in regulatory environments impacting projects (state, federal, FERC, RTOs, etc.) and be a strong strategic planner and manager.

In addition, the Senior Director must possess a thorough understanding of our distributed national network, building and leading internal and external coalitions, campaign execution, and demonstrated expertise in a variety of climate change mitigation and energy policy issues – including renewable energy policy, transmission energy efficiency, and industrial emissions. This role will focus on supporting the implementation of Audubon’s climate priorities through our organizations state and regional network for successful execution. They will also be responsible for supporting the development of state based advocacy efforts in support of clean energy and transmission projects aligned with Audubon priorities.

Compensation:

Salary range based on geo-differentials:

$130,000-$140,000/year=National
$140,000-$150,000/year=Alaska, CA (not San Francisco), Connecticut, D.C., Chicago, Oyster Bay, NY
$150,000-$160,000/year=NYC (not Oyster Bay), San Francisco, Seattle

Essential Functions

In partnership with the Vice President, Climate, lead the development and execution Audubon’s strategic priorities on climate and clean energy policy, with a focus on clean energy and transmission work at the local, state and regional level.
Represent this work with key internal and external, national and state level partners to identify coordination opportunities to build partnerships that can plan and implement climate policy intervention strategies at the state and local level.
Represent Audubon in coalitions with other organizations focused on state and local based climate and clean energy policy.
Liaise with National and State staff to identify, understand, prioritize and support positive policy opportunities and/or to oppose harmful policy changes.
Work collaboratively with state based leadership to develop and support execution of state based advocacy efforts on behalf of renewable projects, local policies, and transmission proposals.
Research, write, and edit original reports and issue briefs on climate and energy policies.
Effective partner to the VP and Development team in support of fundraising efforts.
Work closely with Audubon’s communications team to tell the story of Audubon’s state-based climate policy work effectively communicating complex policy issues to non-technical audiences.
Use both qualitative and quantitative analysis to make the case for policy interventions.
Promote an organizational culture and structure that fosters cooperation, communication, collaboration, respect, teamwork, and trust.
Partner with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging and justice principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our climate strategy work.
Other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, communications, marketing or related field required; an equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
12+ years’ progressive, professional experience in government relations, advocacy, public relations, development, and/or public service, including time spent leading successful policy and grassroots campaigns and at least, 3 years in a senior level role.
Working knowledge of climate change and clean energy policy as well as strong connections with leading experts in the field and with funders of climate change work is essential.
Exceptional project management skills; including overseeing complex or multiple projects through to success, meeting financial goals and project deadlines, and coordinating the work of key staff and partners.
A self-starter, one who is able to work collaboratively with staff on multiple career levels.
Proven record of building and activating diverse coalitions to successfully advance policy outcomes.
Experience engaging with grassroots constituencies on policy matters.
Experience working in a decentralized organization that coordinates strategies for both local and national legislative issues.
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.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other web-based products.
Must have a flexible approach to work, with a willingness to travel nationally as needed.

Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) is hiring a senior policy advisor to lead the senator’s climate and environmental work. Applicants should have excellent written and spoken communications skills, good interpersonal skills, and significant experience working on a range of environmental policy issues—especially climate change. This person will be responsible for overseeing the senator’s relevant work on the Appropriations Committee as well. Competitive candidates will have 10+ years of relevant experience. The salary range for this senior-level position is $110,000 to $130,000 per year. For more details and to apply, please visit http://www.schatz.senate.gov/services/jobs.

Illinois People’s Action (IPA) is a progressive grassroots, faith and community organization located in downstate (outside of Chicago) Illinois that organizes to address the systemic causes of injustice and not its symptoms. Our mission is to empower everyday people, along with faith communities, to become true partners in decisions affecting their lives and communities. Our organizing base is “downstate Illinoisâ€, with a focus in the communities of Bloomington-Normal, Peoria, Decatur, Galesburg, Danville and membership across the state.

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Over the last 27 years we’ve fought and won on a variety of issues. We helped lead the successful downstate grassroots fight for racial equity in the state’s new climate law, stopped 300% interest predatory lending statewide, kept families together by stopping ICE immigration enforcement, and negotiated millions in new banking reinvestment – to name a few big victories. We did this through organizing to build power, meeting with decision-makers and, if denied, using direct actions to bring about negotiations.

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What’s the job:

This position is new to Illinois People’s Action. Increasingly, IPA has been involved in policy on climate and equity at the state level but without our own policy expert. We seek to hire our own policy expert who can use their expertise to both interpret existing policy craft new policy that reflects our organizational goals. The Policy Fellow will help our leaders achieve deeper equitable climate and clean energy policy leading to institutional change on the racial and climate issues that disproportionately affect Black, Indigenous and People of Color, and individuals lower the socioeconomic ladder.

Primary Responsibilities:

Engage IPA grassroots and faith leaders on policy issues addressing racial equity in our existing People and Planet First campaign.

Identify and analyze community based environmental justice policy issues, leading with racial equity.

Promote the implementation of the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) prioritizing ≥ 40% of benefits going to Environmental Justice and BIPOC communities.

Help develop policy, as needed, to defend CEJA.

Lead in potential rulemaking filings with state regulatory agencies and participate in public events.

Work collaboratively with local, state and national affiliates and allies.

Qualifications: A working understanding of climate equity policy issues, with an emphasis on the state level. Strong writing and communication skills, and ability to convey complex issues and solutions toward the empowerment of everyday people. Demonstrated policy work a plus.

Commitment toward racial and economic justice.

Belief in the leadership of grassroots and faith communities as vehicles toward self-determination and justice.

Ability to forge strong relationships with relevant partners and groups in downstate Illinois.

Attention to detail and the ability to manage technical aspects of environmental justice issues, paperwork and deadlines.

Willingness to work non-traditional hours.

The University of Delaware (UD) invites applications for a full-time, instruction-focused faculty position within the School of Marine Science and Policy (SMSP) at its Newark campus. This 9-month Continuing Track position will be filled at the Assistant Professor level with an anticipated start date of August 2024. SMSP offers a Bachelor of Science and a Minor in Marine Science, a Professional Master’s degree in Environmental Science and Management, Master of Marine Policy, Master of Science and PhD degrees in Environmental Economics and Marine Studies, and a PhD in Oceanography.

We seek an exceptional individual with expertise in environmental justice and policy (broadly defined, but can include environmental inequality/inequity, energy justice, indigenous justice, and climate justice) who: a) has a passion for undergraduate and graduate teaching, b) has the ability to develop courses in Environmental Justice, Environmental Social Sciences, and Environmental and Marine policy, and teach an undergraduate marine environmental issue capstone course c) demonstrates a commitment to incorporating innovative evidence-based methods into the classroom, and d) have a plan for successfully teaching students from diverse backgrounds and with diverse learning styles.

Duties

The successful candidate will teach as assigned by the School Director (typically 3 courses in each of the Fall and Spring semesters) and may elect to teach over Winter and Summer sessions on a supplemental contract; pursue professional development opportunities and incorporate evidence-based teaching methods into their courses; and will participate in recruiting, mentoring and advising students. In addition, it is expected that 25% of the workload will be dedicated to contributing to the School’s service mission and/or undertaking scholarly or creative activity. Responsibilities will include teaching and teaching-related tasks; student mentorship; continued professional development, particularly relating to instruction and pedagogy; program development; and participation in university/external service.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a PhD degree in a social science or related interdisciplinary field prior to the position start date and strong teaching skills in qualitative/quantitative social sciences. Prior teaching experience, including as a teaching assistant, is required by the time of application, and must be well documented in application materials. Applicants should also address their experience with course development, use of evidence-based teaching approaches, recruitment and mentorship of students, and strategies to interact with diverse groups and learners. Positive factors for consideration also include the ability to relate EJ-relevant quantitative and/or qualitative research methods to the classroom; justice- and/or community-engaged research; some background in the natural sciences (especially related to environmental justice or marine/coastal issues); contributions to DEI; and community-engagement.

The Policy Manager will work on the U.S. regional team in partnership with our Climate-Smart Agriculture initiative to conduct rigorous policy and technical analysis as the foundation for advancing Climate-Smart Agriculture in the U.S.

Working directly with the Senior Policy Director for Agriculture, the Policy Manager will lead research and analysis forwarding the development and execution of projects, as well as managing specific tasks and projects independently. Specifically, the Policy Manager will be responsible for engaging in state and national level ag events and building EDF’s reach in the agricultural community. This includes hosting booths and other events at state and national ag events. This person will need to be able to represent our values and our strategy directly to farmers, environmental groups and the public. This person will represent EDF within a number of coalitions, either as the main representative or as a substitute when needed. This person will also help build out our advocacy approach, Farm Bill strategy and other opportunities as they arise.

Reporting Relationship: Reports to Senior Policy Director for Agriculture
Key Responsibilities

Independently conduct environmental, business, and market research and analysis to support existing projects and evaluate new project ideas.
Participate in advancing EDF diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included, and empowered to address the environmental and organizational challenges in alignment with EDF values
Manage specific project tasks such as outreach to potential partners, developing work plans and timetables, identifying and procuring necessary resources, and managing project work and deliverables.
Review and synthesize academic literature and analysis as well as policy proposals on program design.
Support the development and execution of project initiatives.
Independently conduct research and analysis necessary to engage key external stakeholders.
Communicate project results to EDF staff, corporate partners, policymakers, environmental groups, community groups, the media and other stakeholders through reports, interviews, presentations, and other methods.
Present analysis and findings through clear and compelling oral presentations to both internal and external audiences.
Write and prepare papers, technical reports, policy briefs, and communication materials.
Respond to “rapid-response” queries relating to program policy issues from press/media, government, external partners, and internal sources.
Develop and apply appropriate means for measuring the success of Climate-Smart Agriculture.
Represent EDF in high-level panels, conferences, and direct engagements.
Oversee consultants and coordinate with staff and partners to ensure aligned execution of work to achieve results and work closely with financial operations lead on budget matters.
Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Travel Expectations

Up to 25% per year in the U.S., with some travel concentrated on convention seasons (generally Fall and late Winter).
Qualifications

Education:

Advanced degree and at least four years of experience working in the agriculture sector or Bachelor’s with at least six years of relevant experience.

Additional Key Skills:

Knowledge of livestock management, dairy industry, agriculture, greenhouse gas mitigation, national policy, and/or other relevant fields.
Proven results from advocacy in the environmental or agricultural sectors.
Prior experience working on Capitol Hill is highly desirable.
Experience interacting with farmers, farm organizations, or with the public on agricultural issues.

Management and Leadership Skills:

Experience leading groups, teams or projects to successful outcomes.
Demonstrated capacity to bring constituents together toward a common goal, build strategic relationships, and successfully advocate for environmental issues.
Experience managing projects and workflows.
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail; ability to handle multiple. tasks, meet deadlines, and prioritize assignments.
Demonstrated ability in creative problem-solving and managing complex projects involving contractors and multiple partners within the public, private and NGO sectors.
Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Experience with donor reporting, project tracking, and budget management and execution.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.

Analysis and Problem-Solving:

Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and apply new concepts to strategic planning and recommendations.
Ability to use research and analysis to determine solutions to complex problems.

Independence and Decision-Making Skills:

Self-starter, detail oriented, well-organized, and able to plan and execute projects from conception to completion.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member.

Other:

Willingness and ability to engage in travel opportunities, including internal EDF retreats/events.

Earthjustice seeks a Managing Attorney for its Toxic Exposure and Health Program (TEH). This program helps to lead the fight for healthy families, homes, workplaces, and communities. The Program engages in litigation and policy advocacy related to the many ways that people are exposed to toxic chemicals and the regulatory programs that are designed to prevent such exposures. Priority bodies of work for this team include improving implementation of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA); addressing harmful exposure to lead; protecting people from exposure to especially harmful and/or prevalent chemicals like per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), petrochemicals, and pesticides; securing effective regulation of hazardous chemicals in products, including personal care products, children’s products, and food ; and generally improving risk assessment in the regulatory context. The Toxic Exposure and Health team also contributes to state-level legislative and policy work in places like New York and works in collaboration with other Earthjustice offices and programs to inform and support other toxics-related efforts (e.g., related to fossil fuels and hazardous air pollution). The staff are located primarily in the New York City region, with several staff elsewhere on the east coast (D.C., Philadelphia, Maine).

The Managing Attorney will supervise the litigation and policy advocacy of the staff, oversee the day-to-day operations of the program, develop and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and funders, and serve as a primary public face of the Toxic Exposure and Health Program. The Managing Attorney will coordinate closely with the VP of Litigation for Healthy Communities on substantive strategy and management and will represent the Program on internal advisory bodies and in organizational strategic planning.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership

Lead the TEH Program in shaping its litigation and legal advocacy docket and related strategies, consistent with institutional priorities and strategic plan objectives, and participate directly in related litigation.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, community and organizational partners, government agencies, and coalitions.
Work collaboratively with the Earthjustice Policy and Legislation, Development, and Communications teams, and with Earthjustice Regional Offices to advance programmatic and institutional goals.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with key funders to support the work of the Toxic Exposure and Health Program, working in partnership with our Development department.
Serve as a primary public face of the program and the organization on issues related to toxic exposures and chemical regulation, including by working effectively with the news media, government officials, and donors.
Actively collaborate with the VP of Litigation for Healthy Communities on vision, strategy, goals, priority setting, metrics, management, and administrative matters.
Ensure that the TEH team maintains a top-notch legal program that is consistent with the values, policies, and priorities of Earthjustice.
Serve as an active member of the Managing Attorneys group to help provide institutional leadership and set broader institutional priorities and direction.

Management

Manage and lead a diverse team, with seven direct reports, in a diverse environment with an emphasis on emotional intelligence, cultural competency, and maintaining a positive and cohesive team dynamic.
Directly supervise staff and oversee the administrative functions of the program.
Manage, mentor, and develop the professional and administrative staff, helping them to hone their legal and professional skills to reach their full potential.
Effects and manages organizational and program change through strategic thinking, transparent communication, and inclusive leadership, consistent with the objectives of an evolving organization.
Communicate institutional vision, policies, objectives, and initiatives to staff within the program, to keep them abreast of organizational changes and developments.
Develop practices and policies within the TEH Program that promote a respectful and inclusive workplace, and that foster community and teamwork among a diverse group of lawyers and non-lawyers.
Recruit and hire qualified candidates to support and grow a diverse and highly effective team.
Provide staff with consistent and ongoing performance feedback, and act as a coach and mentor, while providing career development opportunities with appropriate training, encouragement, and supervision.
Promote inclusive work environment and model inclusive behaviors for the TEH program and for cross-organizational teams.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Highly effective litigator with substantial experience in environmental or public interest law, and 10+ years of litigation experience.
Admitted to the NY or D.C. bar, or able to accomplish admittance within one year of employment.
Excellent management skills with at least 5 years of experience managing litigation or legal advocacy teams in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Self-awareness and understanding of the impact of behavior and emotional intelligence in the workplace.

Program (Essential Skills)

Outstanding litigation skills, including the ability to supervise a complex litigation docket and to guide litigation across a range of subject matters, while nurturing the development of budding litigators.
Demonstrated ability to successfully develop and implement strategic vision for litigation or advocacy programs that deploy multifaceted approaches to achieve identified goals.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with experience working with political and community leaders and the media.
Litigation experience under relevant statutes (such as TSCA, the Clean Air Act, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, the Safe Drinking Water Act, the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and/or the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act), or deep familiarity and experience with public interest litigation that requires similar legal and technical expertise.
Familiarity with environmental, nonprofit, or professional legal communities engaged in toxic exposure and health-related advocacy is a significant plus.
Commitment to making Earthjustice a highly effective, cutting-edge litigation and legal advocacy shop.
Entrepreneurial approach with proven ability to identify new opportunities that have lasting impact while also working collaboratively with other subject matter, regional, and national teams.
Experience and comfort dealing with health data and other science-based materials in the advocacy context.
Proven ability to partner with other organizations productively and respectfully, including community-based organizations, to identify and achieve objectives.
Proven ability to maintain positive long-term relationships with clients, partners, and agencies.
Commitment to fundraising and developing ongoing relationships with donors, especially individual donors and foundation representatives.
Proven ability to manage operations, including budgets and programs.
Willing to travel as needed.

Management (Essential Skills)

Experience in and commitment to managing diverse staff by fostering mutual respect, effective internal communication, collaboration, inclusivity, and transparent decision-making.
Demonstrated experience and interest in coaching, guiding, and mentoring a diverse workforce (including attorneys and non-attorneys) at different stages of their careers to continuously improve their effectiveness and reach their full potential.
Deep appreciation for and meaningful experience in cultivating a diverse workplace that lives the values of justice and inclusivity, that provides the support needed for all team members to thrive, and that is sensitive to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Understanding of how racism and institutional bias affect present-day legal systems, and how race dynamics can impact supervisory relationships and organizational culture. Demonstrated history of successful leadership that embodies inclusive values and justice.
Understands individual and team strengths and areas for development and develops plans accordingly.
Significant experience recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits that are comprehensive and competitive. Salary is based on number of years of relevant experience and location.

Salary range in New York City: $225,900 – $251,000

Salary range in Washington, D.C.: $214,700 – $238,500

An employee in this class performs scientific research and analyses on matters affecting the quality of the environment, and participates in developing a program of environ­mental protection. The incumbent serves as a consultant to departments and agencies whose operations or decisions may have an impact on the environment. Responsibilities may include the supervision of personnel performing technical work in gathering data on environmental resources, and monitoring various forms of pollution in the jurisdiction. This title differs from those in the Environmentalist series in that the emphasis is on the analysis of information on a wide range of environmental concerns, rather than the technical aspects of data collection, monitoring and interpretation in a specialized field. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed by a professional or administrative supervisor through consultations, periodic conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

Supports Water Quality Protection and Restoration Program (WQPRP) and Suffolk County Aquaculture Lease Program (SCALP) tasks as directed.

Provides full time support for ongoing projects throughout the Division. Provides a preliminary review and scoring of new WQPRP applications.

Assists the Contracts Management Analyst in the execution and administration of contracts and Intermunicipal Agreements (IMAs) for WQPRP funded projects.

Assists in the drafting of brochures, presentations, notices, agendas, reports and minutes of meetings.

Provides support for the County’s “Healthy Lawns, Clean Waterâ€ fertilizer reduction program and the Pesticide Community Advisory Committee (PCAC).

Drafts local legislation and resolutions concerning the environment and WQPRP funding.

Arranges WQPRP and SCALP meetings.

Assists in preparation of all reports and media at the direction of the Director.

Assists the Sr. Environmental Analyst in maintaining the WQPRP database and associated files.

Consults with other governmental agencies, public interest groups and educational institutions involved in the study and protection of the environment.

Analyzes data related to environmental impact studies, natural resource inventories and the monitoring of pollution in Suffolk County.

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor’s Degree in mathematics, one of the natural or physical sciences, environmental studies or a related field, plus two (2) years of experience in environmental protection activities.

NOTE: Graduate education in one of the above areas will be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.

PROMOTIONAL

Two (2) years permanent competitive status as an Environmental Technician.

Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of compiling, organizing and interpreting scientific data to determine the impact of altera­tions of the environment
Thorough knowledge of the current principles, practic­es, methods and techniques utilized in the management and preservation of environmental resources
Thorough knowledge of the federal, state and local laws and regulations relating to environmental protection
Good knowledge of the modern developments, current literature, resources of information and technical nomenclature in the field of environmental sciences
Good knowledge of the natural and biological sciences as they relate to the analysis of environmental conditions
Ability to prepare and present comprehensive reports on environmental quality and the impact of governmental actions and decisions
Ability to estab­lish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, profes­sionals in the scientific community, representatives of community groups and the general public
Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

The Law Department’s civil practice includes unique issues involving public interest. Our lawyers help chart the course for the City in business, health, safety, commerce, civil rights, taxation, and development. The Regulatory Law Unit of the Law Department represents the City and its officials in a wide variety of utility, transportation, environmental and sustainability matters.

The Environmental Division of the Regulatory Law Unit provides environmental counsel to all City departments and agencies regarding the applicability and enforcement of, and compliance with, federal, state, and local environmental laws. The Environmental Division largely does work involving brownfields and air, but also provides counsel to all departments and agencies regarding sustainability, environmental justice, solid waste, Act 2, RCRA, HSCA, the NJ Spill Act, Clean Water Act, Clean Streams Law, and NEPA, among others.

The Environmental Division primarily acts as in-house counsel to the Department of Health’s Air Management Services (AMS) Division, which includes regulatory counseling regarding the Clean Air Act, the Air Pollution Control Act, the City’s Air Management Code and attendant regulations, and Title 6 of the Health Code on asbestos. The Division supports AMS in enforcement in state and federal courts of the same authorities and drafting of settlement agreements. Additionally, the Environmental Division negotiates agreements with PADEP and EPA and provides general counseling on all air pollution regulatory and programmatic issues.
Job Description

The Divisional Deputy City Solicitor of the Environmental Division is the supervising attorney within the Division and works directly with the Director of Air Management Services, the Commissioner of the Health Department, and senior management teams in various City departments to support the City’s air pollution control program and other key environmental and sustainability initiatives. The Division currently has two other attorneys. The ideal candidate will have at least eight years of legal experience including prior management experience and significant experience with and knowledgeable of legal issues arising under federal, state, and local environmental laws. Strong research and drafting skills are required, as well as an ability to independently manage a large number of complex matters and communicate and work closely with a diverse group of City clients and federal and state environmental agencies.

Essential Functions

In addition to the Position Summary, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Supervising and managing other attorneys in the Division, support staff, and outside counsel
Coordinating all legal matters involving the Air Management Services (AMS) and the Air Pollution Control Board
Advising and representing AMS in compliance and enforcement matters
Advising AMS regarding air emission permits and licenses
Advising various agencies and departments on Brownfield and Act 2 cleanup and redevelopment matters
Advising AMS and various other agencies and departments on Environmental Justice issues
Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating enforcement settlements, small contracts, grant agreements, access agreements, and certain permits
Advising on and handling compliance matters under a wide range of local, state, and federal environmental laws regulating municipal functions such as underground tanks and waste disposal.
Tracking and advising on relevant environmental laws and regulations that affect AMS and various City operating departments
Assisting other City Departments on transactional matters as requested
Drafting of regulations, policies, and procedures
Participating in external efforts to raise the profile of the Division, the Unit, and the Law Department
Providing opportunities for attorney training and mentoring
Fostering and maintaining a collegial, inclusive, and professional environment that recognizes and values all forms of diversity

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of environmental laws, administrative law and procedures, and municipal law
Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes
Ability to supervise and inspire a team of attorneys and support staff
Ability to foster and maintain a collegial, inclusive, and professional work environment
Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and orally so that both lawyers and non-lawyers will understand
Ability to independently manage a large volume of complex regulatory and transactional matters
Ability to train and mentor staff
Ability to educate clients on applicable legal requirements
Ability to find what applicable laws and regulations apply to a specific matter
Ability to analyze probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents

Work-Life

The Law Department supports a robust work-life balance. Working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Our team is currently hybrid with both virtual and in-office days. The in-office requirement is 15 hours per week – essentially two days – or as otherwise needed, based on business needs, such as in-person hearings or client meetings. Staff can opt to come into the office each day if desired.
Qualifications

This is a senior/supervisory level position, with seven (7) plus years of legal experience relevant to the subject matter and/or responsibilities of your unit required.
Candidates must have a law degree from an ABA accredited law school, and must either be a member in good standing of the Pennsylvania Bar, or eligible to become a member of the Pennsylvania Bar within six (6) months.