Job Tag: Law/Policy

National Wildlife Federation (NWF) is seeking a motivated summer associate to join the FederationÔÇÖs Office of General Counsel. As a summer associate, you will be supervised by and work closely with NWFÔÇÖs in-house legal team to provide support and assistance on a variety of legal matters in furtherance of our mission. This is an excellent opportunity for a second or third-year law student interested in nonprofit law and management and with a commitment to public interest. This is a term position for the summer of 2023.

Principal Duties:

Legal research and analysis:
Conduct legal research on assigned projects relevant to NWFÔÇÖs mission, programs, operations, and activities.
Accurately and succinctly analyze relevant laws, regulations, and case law and distill research into practical take-aways for staff in the form of legal memos, staff policies, guidance, checklists, trainings, and other resources.
Identify related emerging legal issues and trends.
Contracting support:
Assist with reviewing and drafting basic agreements, grants, and other similar documents.
Help the Office of General Counsel develop and maintain templates and checklists to further streamline the contracting process.
Licenses, registrations, and other similar filings:
Assist the Office of General Counsel with filing needs, including help preparing forms and applications with inputs from relevant stakeholders.
Risk management support:
Assist the Office of General Counsel with developing training materials for its risk management and compliance initiatives.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements/Experience

Second- or third-year law student at a nationally recognized, accredited law school.
Relevant work experience, including internships or clerkships.

Minimum Skills:

Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills
Excellent attention to detail, demonstrated initiative, and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work and collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders, including the ability to appreciate, bridge, and leverage differing viewpoints.

At Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) our vision is to be the number one state in the nation in balanced, leading-edge environmental protection; through technical and operational excellence; and radical simplicity for customers and staff. We are currently looking for employees who are committed to our Agency, passionate to excel in their career and engaged in our mission. Only this caliber of employee will be successful in driving our Agency towards accomplishing our vision.

The Air Quality State Implementation Plan Environmental Legal Specialist 3 position is responsible for drafting State Implementation Plans (SIPs), including pollutant-specific nonattainment area, infrastructure, and rule-based plans, as well as other regulatory required reports, to be submitted to the U.S. EPA. You will also perform moderately complex legal analysis to assist with the management of the rule writing process including writing rules; synthesizing information into effective and concise rules; providing legal guidance on rule language and impact; providing testimony related to rules in development; and assisting with planning the rule development strategy.

This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).

DUTIES:
Develop SIPs using accurate air quality data, control analysis methodologies, and technical modeling demonstrations.
Conduct complex policy analyses referring to case law, other states’ air quality regulations, and EPA guidance to develop and write state regulations for the control of air pollution.
Draft and coordinate issuance of environmental regulations
Make recommendations concerning compliance and legal issues
Coordinate and host public meetings, hearings, and presentations for the regulated community and general public with the objective of achieving measurable pollution reduction.
Collaborate with other Air Quality Sections, including air quality data assessment and monitoring team, permits, and compliance, to ensure SIPs contain accurate data, applicable regulations, and compliance methodologies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of State and Federal environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act, environmental sciences and research, AZ sources of pollution, best practices for preventing the release of pollutants, environmental research, investigation techniques and statistical analysis, Agency policies and processes
Ability to understand and apply environmental rules and statues; to follow guidance documents, standard operating procedures, and other technical instructions in performance of tasks; to prepare clear, concise and accurate reports; and to summarize completed tasks and/or monitoring data orally and in written communication.

SELECTIVE PREFERENCES:
Juris Doctor Degree (required)
BachelorÔÇÖs degree or higher in law, environmental/chemical engineering, environmental sciences or a related field (preferred)
Requires 5 yearsÔÇÖ experience (MasterÔÇÖs degree in related field can substitute for 2 yearsÔÇÖ experience, and doctorate in related field can substitute for 4 yearsÔÇÖ experience). Professional registration through the Arizona Board of Technical Registration or an equivalent organization in a reciprocal jurisdiction required if available. If not available, professional certification through an accredited institution is required.

By September 2023, the Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commision, will deliver a comprehensive set of new policy recommendations on wildfire to Congress. In this ÔÇ£make-or-breakÔÇØ year for wildland fire, Federation of American Scientists, together with key partners, executed a Wildland Fire Policy Accelerator to source and develop actionable policy ideas aimed at improving how we live with fire. More than 20 participants from academia, Indigenous communities, the private sector, nonprofits, and national labs, brought their expertise across fire ecology, forestry, modeling, climate change, fire intelligence, cultural burning, and more to develop policy ideas.

Now FAS has partnered with Megafire Action, an advocacy organization solely focused on ending the megafire crisis within the next decade, to implement these policy recommendations and elevate the subject matter experts behind them. To accomplish this goal, we are seeking to hire a Wildfire Policy Specialist, with deep knowledge of both Congress and wildfire, to develop, implement and advance a policy agenda based on the actionable ideas in those recommendations. The ideal candidate will be skilled in engaging across a diverse array of stakeholders, will work to actively engage and educate Members of Congress and their staff and work with experts and organizations to build coalitions around legislative goals.

The individual in this role will be employed by FAS, but will receive significant guidance and direction from the CEO of Megafire Action. To be successful in this role, the Specialist will need to be nimble and savvy on how to work with both subject matter experts and Congressional staff and should have a nuanced understanding of the difference between issue education and lobbying roles that characterize different types of interactions with Congress.
What youÔÇÖll do (Core responsibilities)

Identify and execute opportunities to advance policy priorities tied to those generated in the FAS Wildland Fire Policy Accelerator. Work closely with Congressional offices to identify opportunities in the appropriations process and draft programmatic request letters, report language, and amendments.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders to build support for proposals in Congress by arranging support letters, stakeholder meetings, and briefings for Congressional staff.

Skills and Experience (Requirements)

At least five years experience working on federal legislative matters, preferably related to environmental policy or wildfire prevention.
Strong knowledge of the legislative process and familiarity with key Members of Congress and federal agencies involved in wildfire prevention.
Excellent research, analytical, and critical thinking skills to assess policy proposals and identify potential implications.
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute advocacy strategies, including building relationships with policymakers and stakeholders.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex policy issues to diverse audiences.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.

Nice to haves

Existing knowledge of, relationships with, relevant federal agency and/or Congressional staff.
Experience navigating the difference between issue education and lobbying roles that characterize different types of interactions with Congress.

Work Environment

This position will be a hybrid role, meaning that both remote and in-person work can be accommodated, generally two to three days per week on-site, and two to three days per week remote. To be successful, we prefer the position be located in the Washington, D.C. area to responsively accommodate frequent meetings on Capitol Hill.

The Institute for Policy Integrity (www.policyintegrity.org) is seeking applicants for an attorney or a senior attorney position with a primary focus on climate, clean air, and environmental regulations, including federal regulations of mobile and stationary emission sources.

Responsibilities:

Attorneys may be assigned projects across a range of substantive areas or may be tasked to specialize in a key area depending on the attorneyÔÇÖs experience and Policy IntegrityÔÇÖs priorities. This attorney will focus primarily on federal environmental regulations related to mobile and stationary sources, but will likely also work on other state or federal regulatory policies.

Attorneys work with Policy IntegrityÔÇÖs directors, economists, and fellows to:

┬À Draft regulatory comments and other formal submissions to federal and state agencies including the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Transportation, Department of Energy, Department of the Interior, and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

┬À Draft amicus briefs to the Supreme Court, D.C. Circuit, and other federal courts in cases challenging significant agency rulemakings and policies

┬À Track and analyze emerging issues in regulatory law and policy at the federal level

┬À Represent Policy Integrity in partnerships with other academic institutions, think tanks, and non-governmental organizations

┬À Author reports and academic papers

┬À Draft op-eds, respond to media inquiries, and discuss Policy IntegrityÔÇÖs work at conferences, on social media, and elsewhere

┬À Supervise legal and economics fellows, summer law clerks, research assistants, and students in the NYU School of LawÔÇÖs Regulatory Policy Clinic

Senior Attorneys, in addition to the list above, will:

┬À Provide programmatic leadership in environmental and regulatory policy, help shape Policy IntegrityÔÇÖs positions on key issues, and direct research and manage projects in their areas of expertise

┬À Work with other Policy Integrity staff to devise and implement strategies for Policy IntegrityÔÇÖs broader energy, environmental, and climate efforts, and help oversee organizational operations

Requirements and Qualifications:

┬À A commitment to advancing the mission of Policy Integrity

┬À J.D., with superior academic achievement

┬À Admission to the New York Bar, or a willingness to seek New York Bar admission within one year of employment

┬À 3+ years of relevant legal experience for attorney candidates, 6+ years of relevant legal experience for senior attorney candidates

┬À Specialized knowledge in environmental law, administrative law, or economics, especially in federal regulation of mobile and/or stationary sources, and transportation policy is desirable

┬À Clerkships; litigation experience; legislative experience; or advanced degrees in relevant disciplines are valued, but not necessary

┬À Excellent writing and editing skills

┬À Ability to navigate high-stakes and complex situations under time pressure, and excellent judgement about how to approach uncertain policy considerations

Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii is hiring a legislative assistant or counsel to lead the senatorÔÇÖs energy policy work, including overseeing the senatorÔÇÖs relevant work on the Appropriations Committee. Applicants should have incredible drive and determination, seasoned written and spoken communications skills, excellent interpersonal and management skills, and significant experience working on energy policy. Competitive candidates will have 8+ years of relevant experience and a relevant graduate degree.

The salary range for this position is $70,000 per year. For more details and to apply, please visit http://www.schatz.senate.gov/services/jobs.

The Center for Progressive Reform is seeking a creative, resourceful, and collaborative leader

who brings advocacy, research, networking, and management skills to our Climate Justice

team. We are looking for candidates who have a deep commitment to inclusive and progressive

environmental and economic policies that address historic and contemporary inequities.

The Center is advancing climate justice by centering racial and economic disparities in climate

policy. WeÔÇÖre working with activists and advocates to elevate and amplify the climate concerns

of overburdened and underserved groups. We seek to advance key climate justice policies at

the state and federal levels ÔÇö and prevent future climate policies from reinforcing existing

inequities and promoting the interests of those who profit from climate change: the fossil fuel

industry and its enablers. We develop research, policy tools, and strategies to inform decisionmakers, allies, and support advocates representing fenceline and frontline communities in

accelerating the development and implementation of climate policies and strategies that most

meaningfully center environmental, social, and economic justice for communities vulnerable to

the harmful impacts of climate change.

Responsibilities

The Senior Policy Analyst for Climate Justice has four core responsibilities:

ÔùÅ Offer strategy, leadership, and management to the Climate Justice team as we

strengthen our multi-state and national program initiatives.

ÔùÅ In Maryland and other states where we are currently active, engage directly in advocacy

efforts (policymaker engagement, communications, education, etc.) and support the

advocacy of others (coalitions, peers, frontline communities, etc.).

ÔùÅ Lead and oversee research and analysis, often in collaboration with Member Scholars,

on strategic topics.

ÔùÅ Contribute to fundraising efforts by engaging donors, as well as drafting proposals and

reports.

The Senior Policy Analyst will manage a team of two to three staff, work collaboratively with

other policy analysts and communications staff, and engage Member Scholars by drawing on their expertise and promoting their public messaging in furtherance of the CenterÔÇÖs goals. The

Senior Policy Analyst reports to the Executive Director.

Specifically, the role includes the following responsibilities:

Team Leadership (25%)

ÔùÅ Develop external relationships, help position our organization, and provide strategic

direction to advance the goals of the Climate Justice program.

ÔùÅ Manage and support staff in state-based policy advocacy and research (currently

California, Louisiana, and North Carolina). Support staff on other state work as it relates

to climate justice (currently Virginia and Pennsylvania).

Policy Advocacy and Collaboration (40%)

ÔùÅ Lead policy advocacy and collaboration with climate justice peers and allies in Maryland

on identified program strategies

ÔùÅ On relevant energy, climate, and climate justice policy issues in Maryland and other

identified states, contribute to advocacy efforts and strategically cultivate relationships

related to legislation, rulemaking, agency programs and policies, and enforcement

trends

ÔùÅ Serve as an organizational spokesperson on energy, climate, and climate justice policy

issues

ÔùÅ Participate and provide expertise in coalitions and networks with state and national

stakeholders and funders to provide expertise and promote research findings

ÔùÅ Collaborate with research partners and key stakeholders, peer and community

organizations, and other stakeholders, at times offering leadership and at times support,

and serving as a connector between policymakers and affected communities

Research and Analysis (25%)

ÔùÅ Lead research, data collection, and analysis with Member Scholars and other staff on

identified research

ÔùÅ Collaborate with communications colleagues, Member Scholars, and other staff to write

clear, compelling, concise, and accessible blog posts, social media content, op-eds, fact

sheets, and reports for publication to a variety of audiences

ÔùÅ Develop and execute strategies for distributing the climate justice teamÔÇÖs written work

through outreach to policymakers, advocates, academics, partners, and allies

Other responsibilities (10%)

ÔùÅ Contribute to fundraising efforts through donor relationships, grantwriting, and reporting

ÔùÅ Offer organizational leadership on identified projects and contribute to team-based

solidarity

ÔùÅ Join weekly staff calls and monthly in-person staff meetings, actively participate in

organizational activities, and contribute to an atmosphere of inquiry, collaboration, and

activism

ÔùÅ Seek collaboration opportunities with other staff

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Qualified candidates will possess the following:

ÔùÅ Demonstrated commitment to the public interest community and the CenterÔÇÖs mission

ÔùÅ Strong substantive knowledge of climate and environmental law and policy, particularly

their relation to climate change and racial justice

ÔùÅ Significant experience working in energy or climate policy or related advocacy and

coalition-building at state or national levels. Working relationships with key actors and

networks in Maryland is a big plus

ÔùÅ Nuanced understanding of how race, class, gender, and geography intersect with public

policy process and outcomes

ÔùÅ Demonstrated excellence in research, writing, and advocacy, including experience

interpreting, synthesizing, and communicating effectively about complex matters of law

and policy

ÔùÅ Exemplary verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail and

demonstrated success in writing clear, concise materials that are accessible to a variety

of audiences

ÔùÅ Practical understanding of how to leverage social media platforms to support advocacy

efforts

ÔùÅ Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style, with proven experience

working with overburdened and underserved communities

ÔùÅ Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in a team setting

ÔùÅ Creativity and a desire to learn, grow, and support others

ÔùÅ Relationships with the philanthropic community and proven success in fundraising are

highly valued

Qualifications

ÔùÅ 5+ years of experience showing progressively increased and deepened responsibilities

in the fields of public policy research and advocacy or related work

ÔùÅ An advanced degree in a relevant field (i.e., law, public health, public policy, etc.)

ÔùÅ Supervisory experience

Location and Travel

This is a fully remote position. The Center operates in a virtual work environment with

employees working from their home offices. A proven ability to work from home and collaborate

with others remotely is strongly preferred.

The preferred location is in the greater Baltimore-Washington, DC, metropolitan area, though

we will consider candidates in other locations. The candidate can expect attendance at relevant

Maryland and Washington, DC-based events (legislative hearings, agency hearings, coalition

meetings, etc.). For staff in the MD/DC/VA area, the Center hosts monthly in-person staff

meetings with others joining remotely. Other program travel will be occasional (2-4 days every

two months), and the ability to travel is required.

The Center is a member of the Open Gov Hub in Washington, DC, which offers work and

meeting space, as well as other resources for its members.

Schedule

Employees work 40 hours per week, normally Monday through Friday, with the flexibility to

accommodate other life commitments. Employees may spend extended periods at a computer.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000 per year, commensurate with

experience.

Benefits: The Center contributes to the cost of health and dental insurance, including employee

dependents. Premiums are deducted from employee paychecks on a pre-tax basis. Full-time

employees may participate in a 401(k) retirement plan with automatic 2 percent contributions

from the Center. The Center offers generous vacation, holiday, personal, parental, and sick

leave.

How to Apply

To apply, please send a cover letter explaining your interest in this position, resume, brief

writing sample, and, if applicable, links to your work reflecting your qualifications to

cl************@***************rm.org. We will consider applications on a rolling basis until the

position is filled. All applications will be acknowledged promptly. No phone calls, please. This

job announcement can also be found at https://progressivereform.org/careers/.

If you require alternative methods of application or screening, please send an email request to

hi****@***************rm.org.

Start Date: September 15, 2023, or when the position is filled.

The United States is poised for a decade of supercharged clean energy growth, following new state and local commitments to renewable energy and the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act. Environment America is hiring an advocate to leverage this progress to develop new and stronger clean energy champions in Congress.

As our Government Relations Manager for Clean Energy, youÔÇÖll organize events with members of Congress, brief Hill staff on the latest clean energy news, and powermap districts to understand what clean energy progress looks like ÔÇ£back home.ÔÇØ

YouÔÇÖll develop strong, collaborative relationships with Democrats, Republicans, and anybody else excited about the promise of clean energy.

And, youÔÇÖll work closely with our 30 state offices, communications experts and organizers to help our largest-ever federal climate law live up to its promise by ensuring millions of Americans hear about and utilize new clean energy tax credits.

If you are passionate about the environment, highly organized and goal-oriented, and skilled at working with people, you can make a big impact in this role. This position requires exercising excellent judgment, discretion and the ability to oversee significant projects.

Representative responsibilities:

Government relations: Develop and manage collaborative relationships with congressional targets and their staff, including Democrats and Republicans.
Coalition building: Recruit and work collaboratively with others who can support our project, including groups in our Congressional targetsÔÇÖ home states and districts.
Communications and media outreach: Serve as a spokesperson for our clean energy campaigns. Draft materials for lawmakers, the public, and the media including opinion editorials, press releases, campaign action emails, factsheets, bill summaries, regulatory comments and presentations.
Campaign strategy: Identify opportunities to deepen relationships and cultivate legislative champions through media and communications, events, grassroots organizing and VIP and coalition engagement.
Research: Take complex data and distill it into clear, powerful conclusions that are easy to communicate to decision-makers and the public.
Fundraise from individual donors and foundations to support Environment AmericaÔÇÖs work.
Recruit and train new staff, interns and volunteers.

If these qualities sounds like you, we hope youÔÇÖll apply to join our team:

A good lobbyist who can advocate, persuade and cultivate relationships (experience in a legislative office within Congress is preferred),
An effective communicator with excellent writing and verbal skills,
A creative and strategic thinker,
Well-organized, able to work independently to achieve goals while balancing urgent and important needs,
Experienced in campaign advocacy, grassroots organizing, coalition building and/or campaign politics for at least 2 years,
And passionate about clean energy.

The Center for Water PolicyÔÇÖs mission is to provide world class interdisciplinary solutions to resolve regional, national and international problems related to the protection, restoration and conservation of freshwater resources to ensure long term environmental health and quality of life. Established in 2011 through a $2.6 million Endowment from Lynde B. Uihlein, the Center builds on the research of the School of Freshwater Sciences, the UW System, and networks and partnerships with top scholars, scientists, and policy institutions across the country and around the world.

The Assistant Director supports the Director of the Center for Water Policy. The Center brings together teams of faculty, postdocs, graduate and law students, and undergraduates to produce academic articles, reports, policy briefs and communications. The CenterÔÇÖs mission is to provide interdisciplinary solutions to resolve regional, national and international problems related to the protection, restoration and conservation of freshwater resources. Assistant Director will provide support to the Director in positioning the Center for Water Policy, the School of Freshwater Sciences, and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee as a national and international center of excellence in addressing water policy issues, research and innovation. The Assistant Director will be responsible for managing the administration, financials, budget and human resources for the Center, research and prepare materials for extramural support and sponsorships, coordinate communications and outreach for the Center and support collaborative initiatives to promote science-based, sustainable water policies within the Great Lakes region and beyond.

Responsibilities:
Program and strategy support ÔÇô 20%

Engages in planning and identifying water policy priorities with the Director to shape the Center for Water PolicyÔÇÖs (CWP) strategic direction
Provides administrative and strategic support to the Advisory Board
Manages process and distribution of awards for the Fellows and Water Policy Scholars and other Center programs

Administrative, development, financial and human resources management ÔÇô 50%

Assists with establishment of goals and priorities for the annual budget for all revenues and expenditures
Manages the Center budget, ensuring resources are allocated in a fashion that is aligned with the mission and goals of the Center and, in the case of grant or philanthropic support, complies with the grantor or donor intent
Assists the Director with supervising CWP staff, including postdocs, student researchers and interns
Researches and prepares materials for extramural funding for the CenterÔÇÖs priorities, such as grant applications and reports
Prepares reports and assessments of all Center related activities for the Director
Prepare summaries of key CWP related activities suitable for campus/public viewing
Prepare required reports to government and private funders
Acts as liaison to UWM administration and human resources, including navigating UWM databases, processes, and compliance requirements
Helps develop processes and procedures to improve the Center
Ensures that related policies, procedures and standards are maintained

Outreach and communication ÔÇô 20%

Coordinate outreach to water policy community and support opportunities for the CWP to participate in public discussions and development of water policy
Support collaborations with faculty and staff in the School of Freshwater Sciences and other public and private institutions, including coordinating with the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin
Support CWPÔÇÖs leadership of the UW System Water Policy Network

Other-10%

Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

3 years of management, budget, or development experience
BachelorÔÇÖs degree

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree: E.g., MBA, MS, JD, PhD
5 years of management, budget, or development experience
Experience that demonstrates ability to support work environment that embraces DEI, collaboration, ethical behavior, and team building
Record of progressively responsible leadership and administrative experience, including personnel recruitment, employee management and budget preparation and management
Engagement with donors through personal contact, as well as supporting grant writing and reporting
Experience navigating complex institutional processes and databases to accomplish organizational priorities
Demonstrated record of successful collaboration with multiple partners both academic and non-academic
Demonstrated success in program management including carrying out coordinated organization, direction and implementation of projects and activities to achieve defined deliverables and outcomes
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with advisory boards and/or governance bodies
Passion for protecting, conserving and restoring freshwater

Salary: $55,000 – $65,000 (Final salary offer contingent upon skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to the position)

Virginia Conservation Network (VCN) is the network of 150+ partner organizations across the Commonwealth committed to building a powerful, diverse, and highly-coordinated conservation movement. VCN works on a wide range of issues including meeting VirginiaÔÇÖs 100% clean energy goals; restoring the health of the Chesapeake Bay; creating access to parks, trails, and walkable/bikeable communities; ensuring environmental justice for all; and more.

The VCN team includes nine total staff throughout the state. Each staff member works both independently and as part of the team. As a staff, we prioritize meeting up throughout the year for in-person planning meetings and an annual retreat. Our team meetings and retreat include diving into policy and organizational projects as well as getting outdoors together. Outings have included tree planting, rafting down the James River, and visiting state parks. During the General Assembly, VCNÔÇÖs Richmond office is a hub office for the environmental community.

VCN is committed to building a more equitable and diverse organization and Network. VCNÔÇÖs staff works collaboratively to update and implement an annual diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) work plan. You can learn more about this work at https://vcnva.org/deij-commitment.
Position Summary

The Campaign & Policy Manager for Clean Energy & Climate Justice will work with VCNÔÇÖs Network Partners ÔÇô specifically the energy workgroup ÔÇô to develop and implement strategic advocacy campaigns, improve coordination among allies, and advance VirginiaÔÇÖs clean energy and climate justice policy. VCNÔÇÖs energy workgroup is composed of the leading environment non-profit advocates working on energy policy in the Commonwealth.

YouÔÇÖll do that through:
Policy Creation and Coordination

Coordinating Network Partners through the annual Our Common Agenda process to identify shared policy objectives through the creation of VCNÔÇÖs Environmental Briefing Book;
Working with our Partners to ensure climate and energy policy priorities are equitable in their approach;
Tracking state policy changes and their impacts on clean energy and climate justice by participating and engaging in agency decision-making and working groups.

Strategic Campaign Facilitation

Working with partners to develop multiple state-based campaigns to advance state-based clean energy and climate justice policy; this can include regulatory, administrative, and legislative strategies;
Facilitating VCNÔÇÖs energy workgroup and associated campaign teams. This includes working with partners to set agendas for calls, identifying and empowering partners to take on campaign leadership, sharing regular updates on priority issues, and meeting one on one with partners;
Providing support to Network Partners to implement campaign strategies and tactics, including specialized campaign plans, issue briefings, talking points, and action alerts;
Organizing and providing a driving force behind campaign implementation, including opinion editorials, educational briefings, and other outreach;
Recruiting new partner groups to join VCN by engaging them in climate and energy campaigns;
Communicating and coordinating with non-partner strategic allies with shared clean energy and climate justice priorities.

Advocacy

Acting as VCNÔÇÖs lead advocate in the General Assembly building on clean energy and climate justice issues;
Lead VCNÔÇÖs Legislative Committee, including tracking legislation, developing positions for and against bills each Legislative Session, and communicating those positions to stakeholders and elected leaders;
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with policymakers year-round, including state elected officials, state agency staff, and Administration leadership;
Connecting Network Partners to policymakers;
Being a vocal advocate and spokesperson for VirginiaÔÇÖs environment, for VCN, and for its Network Partners

In addition, the Campaign and Policy Manager will work with the rest of the VCN team towards our shared organizational goals around diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
Qualifications

Candidates should have a commitment to meeting our clean energy goals and solving the climate crisis by working collaboratively and growing the voice of the environmental community. VCN is looking for candidates with experience in leading the strategy and the execution for advocacy, grassroots organizing, campaigning, and/or community outreach on issues such as climate change, conservation, public health, and/or social justice. Candidates must bring humility and emotional intelligence to their work.

Candidates should have a proven track record of bringing a diverse set of individuals together through coalition coordination, multi-stakeholder facilitation, and/or strategic campaign development. WeÔÇÖre looking for candidates with the experience and commitment to work with individuals with different racial, ethnic, socio-economic, and religious backgrounds. Candidates must be committed to VCNÔÇÖs goals around diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.

Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and a culture of excellence. If you meet more than 75% of the qualifications of this description and are excited about the role, we support your application and encourage you to apply.
Details

This is a full-time, salaried position based in Richmond, Virginia. The position reports to VCNÔÇÖs Executive Director and is viewed as a leadership position within the broader environmental movement in VA. The position requires working outside of the typical business days a few times a month and regularly when the General Assembly is in session. This position includes travel throughout the state on average 2 ÔÇô 5 days a month for partner meetings, conferences, and retreats. A drivers license is required, but owning a car is not. Hybridwork option (outside of General Assembly session) requires high-speed internet capable of video meetings.
Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $50,000 to $55,000 based on relevant experience. In addition, VCN offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes:

Paid time off every year: 4 weeks (20 days) of vacation, 5 sick and wellness days for physical and mental health, 14 paid holidays.
12 weeks of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child
Employer contribution of 100% of the monthly premium cost towards a healthcare plan for employees, including dental and vision coverage (50% for spouses, domestic partners & dependents).
Employer match towards a Simple IRA saving account
Commuter benefit of up to $150/month, which can either be used towards a parking spot downtown, reimbursement towards driving, daily parking, and/or green commuter credits for walking, biking, or bussing into the office.
$50 monthly cell phone reimbursement

The Legal Coordinator to the Office of General Counsel will assist the attorneys in the National Audubon SocietyÔÇÖs general counsel’s office (OGC). The candidate will assist and support the management of the OGCÔÇÖs office and will interact widely with Audubon staff and with external parties. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work on several matters simultaneously, expertise with various computer software platforms, and the ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality. An interest in environmental conservation matters and birds, while not required, is encouraged. The candidate must be able to work calmly, meet deadlines, and be courteous and prompt. This position requires a willingness to undertake organizational and administrative tasks, as well as the ability to work in a more sophisticated fashion with legal documents.

Compensation:

$28.00-$33.00 / hour
Essential Functions

Prepare and send written communication and correspondence on behalf of the OGC to internal clients and external parties.
Review and proofread legal documents, including contracts, deeds, litigation documents.
Manage and modernize all OGC filing and record-keeping of legal documents, correspondence, and other records, including integrating legacy paper files with digital files.
Digitize and organize existing records.
Update and manage OGC data, including real property records, litigation status, outside counsel, and board resolutions and other documents.
Schedule attorney meetings.
Assist in keeping track of and managing legal and other deadlines.
Manage the General CounselÔÇÖs billing (payment and calculation).
Conduct legal research as needed and synthesize findings.
Other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

BachelorÔÇÖs degree required. 2-3 years of work experience required, some relevant work experience like paralegal or similar experience strongly preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
Strong organizational, writing, reading comprehension, editing, and proofreading skills.
Ability to communicate well in the English language. Proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and similar software, including advanced Word formatting, managing departmental data in Excel spreadsheets, and creating PowerPoint presentations.
Professional and courteous manner in person, phone, and video calls.
Ability to work independently and well with others; ability to work calmly under pressure and with deadlines.
Knowledge of or demonstrated capacity to learn about legal documents and matters.
Familiarity with cloud-based document systems, including Box, preferred.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, and exercise discretion and personal judgment where appropriate.
Interest, understanding, and commitment to the mission of the National Audubon Society preferred.