Southern Environmental Law Center
Charlottesville, VA, United States
About SELC:
SELC is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. With nine offices across the region (Charlottesville, VA; Chapel Hill, NC; Atlanta, GA; Charleston, SC; Washington, DC; Birmingham, AL; Nashville, TN; Asheville, NC; and Richmond, VA), SELC is widely recognized as the Southeast’s foremost environmental organization and regional leader. SELC works on a full range of environmental issues to protect the South’s natural resources and the health and well-being of its people. Although its regional focus is the Southeast, much of its work is national in scope and impact.
SELC works in Congress and state legislatures to inform environmental laws; in regulatory agencies to implement environmental laws and policies; and in the courts to enforce the law, stop the worst abuses, and set important precedents. The organization works collaboratively with more than 100 national, state, and local groups to enhance their efficacy and achieve common conservation goals. It currently has a staff of over 130 including some of the nation’s leading experts in their respective fields. Additional information regarding our work and staff is available at www.southernenvironment.org.
SELC prides itself on collegiality, teamwork, and mutual respect among its staff and board. We seek to bring these same values to our work in partnership with organizations, communities, and people of all backgrounds that share our mission to protect the environment of the South. The South has a rich natural diversity and an equally rich cultural diversity. To better fulfill its mission, SELC is committed to broadening the diversity of its staff. We believe this will strengthen our organization and our effectiveness in responding to the many environmental challenges affecting the South and its people.
About the Position: This person will assist 3 attorneys.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Research and generate memos/reports for attorneys in preparation for meetings, appearances and/or conferences
Provide high-level administrative support in the production, filing, and submission of legal documents
Create PowerPoint presentations and text for presentations
Summarize environmental reports
Arrange attorney travel reservations
Organize and maintain hard and electronic case files, general legal and project files, and pleadings notebooks
Schedule meetings, appointments, and conference calls
Provide occasional back-up support to other administrative staff to meet time-sensitive deadlines
Possible need to transcribe dictation
Assist with cold calls
Qualifications:
Must have Bachelor’s degree Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications Prior legal administrative experience preferred Ability to work effectively and accurately under pressure of strict deadlines Ability to work both independently and with a team Must be flexible, efficient, detail oriented and highly organized
Compensation: Salary for this position is commensurate with experience. SELC offers salaries competitive with other leading environmental non-profits nationally, and an excellent benefits package.
Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com
About SELC:
SELC is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. With nine offices across the region (Charlottesville, VA; Chapel Hill, NC; Atlanta, GA; Charleston, SC; Washington, DC; Birmingham, AL; Nashville, TN; Asheville, NC; and Richmond, VA), SELC is widely recognized as the Southeast’s foremost environmental organization and regional leader. SELC works on a full range of environmental issues to protect the South’s natural resources and the health and well-being of its people. Although its regional focus is the Southeast, much of its work is national in scope and impact.
SELC works in Congress and state legislatures to inform environmental laws; in regulatory agencies to implement environmental laws and policies; and in the courts to enforce the law, stop the worst abuses, and set important precedents. The organization works collaboratively with more than 100 national, state, and local groups to enhance their efficacy and achieve common conservation goals. It currently has a staff of over 130 including some of the nation’s leading experts in their respective fields. Additional information regarding our work and staff is available at www.southernenvironment.org.
SELC prides itself on collegiality, teamwork, and mutual respect among its staff and board. We seek to bring these same values to our work in partnership with organizations, communities, and people of all backgrounds that share our mission to protect the environment of the South. The South has a rich natural diversity and an equally rich cultural diversity. To better fulfill its mission, SELC is committed to broadening the diversity of its staff. We believe this will strengthen our organization and our effectiveness in responding to the many environmental challenges affecting the South and its people.
About the Position: This person will assist 3 attorneys.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Research and generate memos/reports for attorneys in preparation for meetings, appearances and/or conferences
Provide high-level administrative support in the production, filing, and submission of legal documents
Create PowerPoint presentations and text for presentations
Summarize environmental reports
Arrange attorney travel reservations
Organize and maintain hard and electronic case files, general legal and project files, and pleadings notebooks
Schedule meetings, appointments, and conference calls
Provide occasional back-up support to other administrative staff to meet time-sensitive deadlines
Possible need to transcribe dictation
Assist with cold calls
Qualifications:
Must have Bachelor’s degree Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications Prior legal administrative experience preferred Ability to work effectively and accurately under pressure of strict deadlines Ability to work both independently and with a team Must be flexible, efficient, detail oriented and highly organized
Compensation: Salary for this position is commensurate with experience. SELC offers salaries competitive with other leading environmental non-profits nationally, and an excellent benefits package.
Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com
Southern Environmental Law Center
Charlottesville, VA, United States
The Southern Environmental Law Center is accepting applications for an associate attorney position working on solar energy law and policy. The position will be based in SELC’s Charlottesville office. Start date is as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an organization that is successfully addressing some of the most important and challenging environmental issues in the Southeast and the nation. The associate will gain valuable experience and knowledge working with more senior attorneys on litigation, legal and policy advocacy in state and federal courts and before regulatory agencies concerning solar energy. The term for this associate position is two years with the option for a third year.
About SELC: SELC is celebrating its 30th anniversary. With nine offices across the region (Charlottesville, VA; Chapel Hill, NC; Atlanta, GA; Charleston, SC; Washington, DC; Birmingham, AL; Nashville, TN; Asheville, NC; and Richmond, VA), SELC is widely recognized as the Southeast’s foremost environmental organization and regional leader. SELC works on a full range of environmental issues to protect the South’s natural resources and the health and well-being of its people. Although its regional focus is the Southeast, much of its work is national in scope and impact.
SELC works in Congress and state legislatures to inform environmental laws; in regulatory agencies to implement environmental laws and policies; and in the courts to enforce the law, stop the worst abuses, and set important precedents. The organization works collaboratively with more than 100 national, state, and local groups to enhance their efficacy and achieve common conservation goals. It currently has a staff of over 130 individuals, with over 70 attorneys, including some of the nation’s leading experts in their respective fields. Additional information regarding our work and staff is available at www.southernenvironment.org.
SELC prides itself on collegiality, teamwork, and mutual respect among its staff and board. We seek to bring these same values to our work in partnership with organizations, communities, and people of all backgrounds that share our mission to protect the environment of the South. The South has a rich natural diversity and an equally rich cultural diversity. To better fulfill its mission, SELC is committed to broadening the diversity of its staff. We believe this will strengthen our organization and our effectiveness in responding to the many environmental challenges affecting the South and its people.
About the position: Despite the South’s abundant sunshine, solar energy is a vastly underutilized resource across the region. SELC’s Solar Initiative was launched to help the Southeast reap the many benefits of solar power and reduce our dependence on outdated fossil fuels. Working with SELC’s Solar Initiative team, the solar energy associate will engage with solar energy advocates, business leaders, and policy makers to overcome barriers to solar energy development regionally and in Virginia. Work will include policy analysis and development in various settings at the state and federal levels and advocacy in state and federal administrative proceedings.
Qualifications and Compensation: This entry-level position is open to recent law graduates and practicing attorneys, though one to three years of experience are preferred. A strong academic background and commitment to SELC’s mission are required. Background in clean energy and solar law, policy, economics, or markets strongly preferred. Salary $66,000 – 74,000, depending on experience, and includes excellent benefits package. Interested persons should apply now.
The Southern Environmental Law Center is accepting applications for an associate attorney position working on solar energy law and policy. The position will be based in SELC’s Charlottesville office. Start date is as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an organization that is successfully addressing some of the most important and challenging environmental issues in the Southeast and the nation. The associate will gain valuable experience and knowledge working with more senior attorneys on litigation, legal and policy advocacy in state and federal courts and before regulatory agencies concerning solar energy. The term for this associate position is two years with the option for a third year.
About SELC: SELC is celebrating its 30th anniversary. With nine offices across the region (Charlottesville, VA; Chapel Hill, NC; Atlanta, GA; Charleston, SC; Washington, DC; Birmingham, AL; Nashville, TN; Asheville, NC; and Richmond, VA), SELC is widely recognized as the Southeast’s foremost environmental organization and regional leader. SELC works on a full range of environmental issues to protect the South’s natural resources and the health and well-being of its people. Although its regional focus is the Southeast, much of its work is national in scope and impact.
SELC works in Congress and state legislatures to inform environmental laws; in regulatory agencies to implement environmental laws and policies; and in the courts to enforce the law, stop the worst abuses, and set important precedents. The organization works collaboratively with more than 100 national, state, and local groups to enhance their efficacy and achieve common conservation goals. It currently has a staff of over 130 individuals, with over 70 attorneys, including some of the nation’s leading experts in their respective fields. Additional information regarding our work and staff is available at www.southernenvironment.org.
SELC prides itself on collegiality, teamwork, and mutual respect among its staff and board. We seek to bring these same values to our work in partnership with organizations, communities, and people of all backgrounds that share our mission to protect the environment of the South. The South has a rich natural diversity and an equally rich cultural diversity. To better fulfill its mission, SELC is committed to broadening the diversity of its staff. We believe this will strengthen our organization and our effectiveness in responding to the many environmental challenges affecting the South and its people.
About the position: Despite the South’s abundant sunshine, solar energy is a vastly underutilized resource across the region. SELC’s Solar Initiative was launched to help the Southeast reap the many benefits of solar power and reduce our dependence on outdated fossil fuels. Working with SELC’s Solar Initiative team, the solar energy associate will engage with solar energy advocates, business leaders, and policy makers to overcome barriers to solar energy development regionally and in Virginia. Work will include policy analysis and development in various settings at the state and federal levels and advocacy in state and federal administrative proceedings.
Qualifications and Compensation: This entry-level position is open to recent law graduates and practicing attorneys, though one to three years of experience are preferred. A strong academic background and commitment to SELC’s mission are required. Background in clean energy and solar law, policy, economics, or markets strongly preferred. Salary $66,000 – 74,000, depending on experience, and includes excellent benefits package. Interested persons should apply now.
National Parks Conservation Association
Washington, D.C.
Full Time 2-Year Term Fellowship (to begin Fall 2017)
Essential Functions:
Litigation Management: Assist NPCA’s General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel in managing select litigation matters in which NPCA has an interest, whether as a plaintiff, intervenor, or amicus curiae. Work with various NPCA staff and regions to develop litigation strategies, seek litigation approvals, secure and manage outside legal counsel, review and approve draft case filings, collaborate with NPCA staff on media and communications, and keep NPCA staff, management, and Board apprised of case developments. (40%)
Non-litigation Advocacy Support: Assist NPCA regional offices and departments with priority programmatic projects and non-litigation advocacy campaigns by, among other things, identifying and advising on various legal issues and strategies, reviewing and analyzing draft National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents, positioning issues for potential litigation, reviewing and editing draft public comments on proposed rules and other proposed agency actions, and identifying and securing additional outside legal assistance when necessary. (40%)
General Legal and Corporate Counsel: Assist NPCA’s General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel in reviewing various business contracts, leases, representation agreements, memoranda of understanding, etc., and providing general legal counsel and support to various NPCA departments and regional offices including, but not limited to, communications, government affairs, conservation programs, development, membership, finance and human resources. (20%)
Other:
Respect employees regardless of their position or background. Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems. Participates in administrative staff meetings, organization-wide meetings, staff committee meetings, training programs, and attends other meetings and seminars as designated by the supervisor. Assists in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position.
Minimum Work Schedule: 37.5 hours per week. Flexible work schedule.
Minimum Scope of Position: Interacts with NPCA staff at all levels in all departments and regions. Develops and fosters existing relationships with pro bono outside legal counsel at law firms, non-profit public interest legal organizations, and law school environmental law clinics. Works effectively and collaboratively with coalitions and NPCA partner organizations. Demonstrates clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Minimum Qualifications, Competencies, Skills, Education, and Traits:
J.D. degree and bar membership in good standing.
Strong legal research and writing skills, and strong verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects, work efficiently under time constraints, and satisfactorily meet internal and external deadlines.
Strong academic record, strong work ethic, pays attention to detail, and exercises sound judgment and discretion.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and creatively with other legal and non-legal staff, both internal and external to the organization.
At least 3-5 years’ litigation and non-litigation experience in the areas of environmental and natural resources law at a law firm, non-profit organization, corporate legal department, and/or governmental agency is preferred.
Federal government service, judicial clerkship experience, and/or demonstrated experience working with the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and/or the U.S. Department of Justice is strongly preferred.
Experience with various federal environmental and natural resource laws including, but not limited to, the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Clean Air Act (CAA), and Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) is strongly preferred.
Experience with general non-profit legal issues and general corporate counseling is a plus, but not required.
Demonstrated passion for national parks and environmental conservation.
Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com
Full Time 2-Year Term Fellowship (to begin Fall 2017)
Essential Functions:
Litigation Management: Assist NPCA’s General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel in managing select litigation matters in which NPCA has an interest, whether as a plaintiff, intervenor, or amicus curiae. Work with various NPCA staff and regions to develop litigation strategies, seek litigation approvals, secure and manage outside legal counsel, review and approve draft case filings, collaborate with NPCA staff on media and communications, and keep NPCA staff, management, and Board apprised of case developments. (40%)
Non-litigation Advocacy Support: Assist NPCA regional offices and departments with priority programmatic projects and non-litigation advocacy campaigns by, among other things, identifying and advising on various legal issues and strategies, reviewing and analyzing draft National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents, positioning issues for potential litigation, reviewing and editing draft public comments on proposed rules and other proposed agency actions, and identifying and securing additional outside legal assistance when necessary. (40%)
General Legal and Corporate Counsel: Assist NPCA’s General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel in reviewing various business contracts, leases, representation agreements, memoranda of understanding, etc., and providing general legal counsel and support to various NPCA departments and regional offices including, but not limited to, communications, government affairs, conservation programs, development, membership, finance and human resources. (20%)
Other:
Respect employees regardless of their position or background. Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems. Participates in administrative staff meetings, organization-wide meetings, staff committee meetings, training programs, and attends other meetings and seminars as designated by the supervisor. Assists in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position.
Minimum Work Schedule: 37.5 hours per week. Flexible work schedule.
Minimum Scope of Position: Interacts with NPCA staff at all levels in all departments and regions. Develops and fosters existing relationships with pro bono outside legal counsel at law firms, non-profit public interest legal organizations, and law school environmental law clinics. Works effectively and collaboratively with coalitions and NPCA partner organizations. Demonstrates clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Minimum Qualifications, Competencies, Skills, Education, and Traits:
J.D. degree and bar membership in good standing.
Strong legal research and writing skills, and strong verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects, work efficiently under time constraints, and satisfactorily meet internal and external deadlines.
Strong academic record, strong work ethic, pays attention to detail, and exercises sound judgment and discretion.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and creatively with other legal and non-legal staff, both internal and external to the organization.
At least 3-5 years’ litigation and non-litigation experience in the areas of environmental and natural resources law at a law firm, non-profit organization, corporate legal department, and/or governmental agency is preferred.
Federal government service, judicial clerkship experience, and/or demonstrated experience working with the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and/or the U.S. Department of Justice is strongly preferred.
Experience with various federal environmental and natural resource laws including, but not limited to, the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Clean Air Act (CAA), and Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) is strongly preferred.
Experience with general non-profit legal issues and general corporate counseling is a plus, but not required.
Demonstrated passion for national parks and environmental conservation.
Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com
