Earthjustice is the nation’s premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring talented and dedicated staff who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with fifteen offices across the U.S.
The Research and Policy Analyst supports the CA Regional Office’s programmatic focus on air pollution and clean energy issues in California by: developing the factual basis for lawsuits, writing and editing comment letters and other advocacy documents, representing Earthjustice in advocacy work with government decision makers, and developing and maintaining relationships with clients and other partners.
The individual will report to Adrian Martinez and will work in close coordination with the team in California working on clean air and clean energy issues. This position is located in Los Angeles, CA.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Advocacy (60 percent)
Draft comment letters and present public comments and testimony at agency hearings.
Develop relationships with regional, state, and federal agencies and engage in advocacy to promote priorities of clean air and zero-emissions.
Prepare advocacy materials such as fact sheets, letters, action alerts, blogs, and other educational materials.
Work with our communications team on media outreach efforts.
Provide support for client coalitions by participating in committee groups, attending conferences, and tracking political and regulatory developments.
Track environmental news throughout the region and identify issues in which Earthjustice should engage.
Work with existing partners and clients, and cultivate new allies, partnerships, and coalitions, focusing on groups from diverse and/or underserved communities.
In coordination with the California Policy Advocate, develop and implement legislative and administrative advocacy strategies to advance our positions on environmental issues.
Monitor developments in programmatic priorities by tracking and analyzing legislation and policy initiatives relating to assigned issues.
Serve as spokesperson for Earthjustice on assigned issues.
Litigation Support (40 percent)
Conduct preliminary case inquiries and investigate potential new cases, including preparing factual research, analysis and organization of relevant information, and a written report.
Conduct factual research to support all stages of litigation.
Draft case-related documents, including factual portions of pleadings, client and expert declarations, and formal requests to agencies for public records.
Review and interpret regulations, environmental planning documents, technical support documents and other factual and technical information to support legal strategies.
Produce multi-media materials (including GIS mapping) for case development and litigation.
Proofread pleadings.
Supervise projects and other efforts performed on assigned issues by litigation assistants, contractors or others.
QUALIFICATIONS:
At least two years of professional experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Applied Sciences, Public Health, Urban Planning, Environmental Sciences, or Engineering, with Master’s preferred.
Excellent research, writing, analytical and communication skills, including the ability to quickly understand complex scientific issues and communicate this knowledge to attorneys, staff and media.
Experience with scientific or technical issues related to land use, the electric sector, climate, energy, clean air policy and/or environmental justice issues preferred, but not required.
Experience working with communities, and proven ability to work in coalitions and with allies.
Detail oriented, with good organizational skills.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and ARC GIS.
Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Demonstrated commitment to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Salary is based on experience and location. Salary range in Los Angeles, CA: $64,300 - $71,400
To Apply:
Using the Jobvite application tool, please submit:
Resume
One- or two-page cover letter that addresses: (1) why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you; (2) what your experience and skills you would bring to this position; and (3) aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to work with diverse clients and colleagues.
Writing sample, preferable 4-5 pages that reflects your work.
List of three references.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Click here to submit: https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=ovalbfwV&s=Environmental_Career Please, no phone calls, hard copies, or drop-ins. If you're having technical difficulties submitting your application, reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position.
For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Oct 18, 2019
Full time
Earthjustice is the nation’s premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring talented and dedicated staff who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with fifteen offices across the U.S.
The Research and Policy Analyst supports the CA Regional Office’s programmatic focus on air pollution and clean energy issues in California by: developing the factual basis for lawsuits, writing and editing comment letters and other advocacy documents, representing Earthjustice in advocacy work with government decision makers, and developing and maintaining relationships with clients and other partners.
The individual will report to Adrian Martinez and will work in close coordination with the team in California working on clean air and clean energy issues. This position is located in Los Angeles, CA.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Advocacy (60 percent)
Draft comment letters and present public comments and testimony at agency hearings.
Develop relationships with regional, state, and federal agencies and engage in advocacy to promote priorities of clean air and zero-emissions.
Prepare advocacy materials such as fact sheets, letters, action alerts, blogs, and other educational materials.
Work with our communications team on media outreach efforts.
Provide support for client coalitions by participating in committee groups, attending conferences, and tracking political and regulatory developments.
Track environmental news throughout the region and identify issues in which Earthjustice should engage.
Work with existing partners and clients, and cultivate new allies, partnerships, and coalitions, focusing on groups from diverse and/or underserved communities.
In coordination with the California Policy Advocate, develop and implement legislative and administrative advocacy strategies to advance our positions on environmental issues.
Monitor developments in programmatic priorities by tracking and analyzing legislation and policy initiatives relating to assigned issues.
Serve as spokesperson for Earthjustice on assigned issues.
Litigation Support (40 percent)
Conduct preliminary case inquiries and investigate potential new cases, including preparing factual research, analysis and organization of relevant information, and a written report.
Conduct factual research to support all stages of litigation.
Draft case-related documents, including factual portions of pleadings, client and expert declarations, and formal requests to agencies for public records.
Review and interpret regulations, environmental planning documents, technical support documents and other factual and technical information to support legal strategies.
Produce multi-media materials (including GIS mapping) for case development and litigation.
Proofread pleadings.
Supervise projects and other efforts performed on assigned issues by litigation assistants, contractors or others.
QUALIFICATIONS:
At least two years of professional experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Applied Sciences, Public Health, Urban Planning, Environmental Sciences, or Engineering, with Master’s preferred.
Excellent research, writing, analytical and communication skills, including the ability to quickly understand complex scientific issues and communicate this knowledge to attorneys, staff and media.
Experience with scientific or technical issues related to land use, the electric sector, climate, energy, clean air policy and/or environmental justice issues preferred, but not required.
Experience working with communities, and proven ability to work in coalitions and with allies.
Detail oriented, with good organizational skills.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and ARC GIS.
Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Demonstrated commitment to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Salary is based on experience and location. Salary range in Los Angeles, CA: $64,300 - $71,400
To Apply:
Using the Jobvite application tool, please submit:
Resume
One- or two-page cover letter that addresses: (1) why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you; (2) what your experience and skills you would bring to this position; and (3) aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to work with diverse clients and colleagues.
Writing sample, preferable 4-5 pages that reflects your work.
List of three references.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Click here to submit: https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=ovalbfwV&s=Environmental_Career Please, no phone calls, hard copies, or drop-ins. If you're having technical difficulties submitting your application, reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position.
For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
North Carolina Department of Justice
Raleigh, NC, USA
Description of Work
THE STARTING SALARY FOR A NEW HIRE TO THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO THE RECRUITMENT RANGE OF $ 84,728 to $ 114,000. Salary offers are based upon the candidate's education and experience related to the position, as well as departmental budget and equity considerations.
The North Carolina Department of Justice, led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the State of North Carolina in court and provides legal advice and representation to most state government departments, agencies, officers, and commissions. The Department also represents the State in criminal appeals from state trial courts, and brings legal actions on behalf of the state and its citizens when the public interest is at stake. This position has primary responsibility for an advanced level of legal work, independently representing and advising the Section's clients in the implementation of the State's air and water quality programs, including programs delegated and approved by the United States Environmental Protection Agency under the Federal Clean Air Act and the Federal Clean Water Act, and in the implementation, administration and enforcement of State and Federal fisheries management laws. This position will also advise and represent the DEQ Division of Water Resources in its implementation of the Coal Ash Management Act. This position may be called upon to perform work in other sections within the Environmental Division. Civil and Administrative Litigation Independently represents the clients in all levels of civil litigation before State and federal courts, and before the North Carolina Office of Administrative Hearings; may also appear before other boards, agencies or commissions on behalf of the client agencies in regulatory matters that may result in litigation. The nature of the representation is varied, and may include enforcement proceedings, defending permitting decisions and other final decisions of the client agencies, challenging and supporting federal regulations that impact the clients' regulatory programs, seeking injunctive and declaratory relief and representing the clients when such relief is requested against them. This attorney will be expected to work directly with client representatives to gather all information necessary to understand the factual and legal issues in each case, and to review documents and interview individuals involved to effectively represent the client. The cases handled by this attorney involve regulatory control over matters affecting the public health, safety and welfare, and the attorney is expected to objectively evaluate each case assigned. The attorney should raise any concerns regarding the representation with the Section Chief and Division Head. Litigation strategies are developed by this attorney. The attorney is expected to make all key litigation decisions in consultation with the client, and to recognize when litigation strategies should be discussed with the Section Chief and Division Head. The attorney must prepare and respond to discovery, conduct and defend depositions of fact and expert witnesses, prepare witnesses for testifying at depositions and before various tribunals, organize evidence, conduct legal and factual research, prepare and file legal documents (pleadings, motions, briefs, posttrial motions, etc.), prepare records on appeal, argue motions, appeals, engage in formal and informal mediation, and try cases. The attorney must also provide clear direction to other attorney members of litigation teams, to paralegals and program assistants, and utilize their services as appropriate. The attorney is expected to maintain good working relationships with all employees. The subject matter involved in representation is complex, and requires an understanding of the clients' programs, State and federal statutory, regulatory, and case law, as well as an understanding of the unique procedural rules of the various tribunals before which the attorney may appear. The attorney is expected to develop and maintain subject matter expertise in the state and federal environmental laws that impact the clients' programs. Additionally, the attorney is expected to develop and maintain expertise in matters pertaining to legal representation, such as civil procedure, e-discovery, legal research databases, legal ethics, and rules of courts. Responds to Inquiries from Client, the Public and Officials The attorney in this position responds to inquiries from the clients, the general public and public officials involving legal interpretation and application of statutes, rules and regulations to specific factual situations and as related to general policies and procedures, by conducting legal research and rendering opinions based on this research. The attorney must have the capability to research and respond to more complex issues. Contact with senior government officials and members of the General Assembly is required. Prepare and Argue Criminal Appellate Cases The attorney in this position will be expected to represent the State in criminal cases on appeal from the Superior Court Division. These cases will involve complex issues of North Carolina criminal law as well as State and federal constitutional law, and may involve cases of first impression. This position is not subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Thorough knowledge of environmental case, statutory, regulatory and common law is preferred, with an additional emphasis on State and federal requirements for the protection of water quality, administrative and criminal law. Thorough knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial procedure is necessary. The attorney must possess the ability to: conduct civil or criminal litigation in trial and appellate courts; interpret and apply laws, constitutions, statutes, regulations, court decisions, legal principles and other precedent; analyze facts, evidence, legal principles and legal instruments; express arguments and conclusions clearly and logically in oral and written form; recognize significant issues and creatively develop strategy and tactics in cases; analyze legal problems and render informal and formal opinions; and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar and three years of progressively responsible professional legal experience. NOTE: GS 114-2 and 114-6 make it the duty of the Attorney General of NC to represent the State of North Carolina in all litigation unless another statute specifically states otherwise.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Computer literacy is an important component of all DOJ jobs, we encourage you to apply electronically. All applicants must complete and submit a State application for employment using the NEOGOV Online Job Application System ( http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/ ) for the State of North Carolina. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information not included on the application form cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Embedded or attached resumes are not accepted as a substitution for a completed application.
Any licenses or certificates must be included in the appropriate section of the application form. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 or discharge orders. The NC Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The NC Department of Justice uses Merit-Based Recruitment to select from among the most qualified applicants to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act. Once the position has been filled, all on-line applicants will be notified via the e-mail provided at the time of application.
CONTACT INFORMATION: NC Department of Justice Human Resources Office Lisa Sasser, Recruitment Specialist 114 W. Edenton Street Raleigh, NC 27603919-716-6490
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Oct 17, 2019
Full time
Description of Work
THE STARTING SALARY FOR A NEW HIRE TO THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO THE RECRUITMENT RANGE OF $ 84,728 to $ 114,000. Salary offers are based upon the candidate's education and experience related to the position, as well as departmental budget and equity considerations.
The North Carolina Department of Justice, led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the State of North Carolina in court and provides legal advice and representation to most state government departments, agencies, officers, and commissions. The Department also represents the State in criminal appeals from state trial courts, and brings legal actions on behalf of the state and its citizens when the public interest is at stake. This position has primary responsibility for an advanced level of legal work, independently representing and advising the Section's clients in the implementation of the State's air and water quality programs, including programs delegated and approved by the United States Environmental Protection Agency under the Federal Clean Air Act and the Federal Clean Water Act, and in the implementation, administration and enforcement of State and Federal fisheries management laws. This position will also advise and represent the DEQ Division of Water Resources in its implementation of the Coal Ash Management Act. This position may be called upon to perform work in other sections within the Environmental Division. Civil and Administrative Litigation Independently represents the clients in all levels of civil litigation before State and federal courts, and before the North Carolina Office of Administrative Hearings; may also appear before other boards, agencies or commissions on behalf of the client agencies in regulatory matters that may result in litigation. The nature of the representation is varied, and may include enforcement proceedings, defending permitting decisions and other final decisions of the client agencies, challenging and supporting federal regulations that impact the clients' regulatory programs, seeking injunctive and declaratory relief and representing the clients when such relief is requested against them. This attorney will be expected to work directly with client representatives to gather all information necessary to understand the factual and legal issues in each case, and to review documents and interview individuals involved to effectively represent the client. The cases handled by this attorney involve regulatory control over matters affecting the public health, safety and welfare, and the attorney is expected to objectively evaluate each case assigned. The attorney should raise any concerns regarding the representation with the Section Chief and Division Head. Litigation strategies are developed by this attorney. The attorney is expected to make all key litigation decisions in consultation with the client, and to recognize when litigation strategies should be discussed with the Section Chief and Division Head. The attorney must prepare and respond to discovery, conduct and defend depositions of fact and expert witnesses, prepare witnesses for testifying at depositions and before various tribunals, organize evidence, conduct legal and factual research, prepare and file legal documents (pleadings, motions, briefs, posttrial motions, etc.), prepare records on appeal, argue motions, appeals, engage in formal and informal mediation, and try cases. The attorney must also provide clear direction to other attorney members of litigation teams, to paralegals and program assistants, and utilize their services as appropriate. The attorney is expected to maintain good working relationships with all employees. The subject matter involved in representation is complex, and requires an understanding of the clients' programs, State and federal statutory, regulatory, and case law, as well as an understanding of the unique procedural rules of the various tribunals before which the attorney may appear. The attorney is expected to develop and maintain subject matter expertise in the state and federal environmental laws that impact the clients' programs. Additionally, the attorney is expected to develop and maintain expertise in matters pertaining to legal representation, such as civil procedure, e-discovery, legal research databases, legal ethics, and rules of courts. Responds to Inquiries from Client, the Public and Officials The attorney in this position responds to inquiries from the clients, the general public and public officials involving legal interpretation and application of statutes, rules and regulations to specific factual situations and as related to general policies and procedures, by conducting legal research and rendering opinions based on this research. The attorney must have the capability to research and respond to more complex issues. Contact with senior government officials and members of the General Assembly is required. Prepare and Argue Criminal Appellate Cases The attorney in this position will be expected to represent the State in criminal cases on appeal from the Superior Court Division. These cases will involve complex issues of North Carolina criminal law as well as State and federal constitutional law, and may involve cases of first impression. This position is not subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Thorough knowledge of environmental case, statutory, regulatory and common law is preferred, with an additional emphasis on State and federal requirements for the protection of water quality, administrative and criminal law. Thorough knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial procedure is necessary. The attorney must possess the ability to: conduct civil or criminal litigation in trial and appellate courts; interpret and apply laws, constitutions, statutes, regulations, court decisions, legal principles and other precedent; analyze facts, evidence, legal principles and legal instruments; express arguments and conclusions clearly and logically in oral and written form; recognize significant issues and creatively develop strategy and tactics in cases; analyze legal problems and render informal and formal opinions; and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar and three years of progressively responsible professional legal experience. NOTE: GS 114-2 and 114-6 make it the duty of the Attorney General of NC to represent the State of North Carolina in all litigation unless another statute specifically states otherwise.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Computer literacy is an important component of all DOJ jobs, we encourage you to apply electronically. All applicants must complete and submit a State application for employment using the NEOGOV Online Job Application System ( http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/ ) for the State of North Carolina. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information not included on the application form cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Embedded or attached resumes are not accepted as a substitution for a completed application.
Any licenses or certificates must be included in the appropriate section of the application form. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 or discharge orders. The NC Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The NC Department of Justice uses Merit-Based Recruitment to select from among the most qualified applicants to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act. Once the position has been filled, all on-line applicants will be notified via the e-mail provided at the time of application.
CONTACT INFORMATION: NC Department of Justice Human Resources Office Lisa Sasser, Recruitment Specialist 114 W. Edenton Street Raleigh, NC 27603919-716-6490
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Basic Summary :
This professional position is responsible for advancing Defenders of Wildlife’s legislative and administrative interests before Congress, the Administration and the media. The position is also responsible for providing legal support through analysis, guidance and legislative drafting assistance. Issue priorities are drawn from Defenders’ current priorities, including endangered species; wildlife; national forests, wildlife refuges and other public lands; national environmental policy act (NEPA) defense; and related appropriations issues. Responsibilities include: direct lobbying; developing legislative and advocacy campaign strategies; leading and/or participating in inter-departmental campaign teams; leading and/or representing Defenders’ interests in national issue-based coalitions; working with and monitoring Congressional committees; drafting letters, fact sheets and testimony; obtaining legislative and political information; and generally assisting the advocacy work of Defenders’ Government Relations and External Affairs department. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Legislative Advocacy
· Play a leading role in clarifying and advancing Defenders’ legislative/administrative goals for assigned issues
· Lead and regularly work in coalitions with advocacy staff at partner organizations to strategize politically, craft messaging, determine legislative targets, and provide input on resource allocations for national issue campaigns
· Build an effective network of congressional, coalition and public support to advance assigned issues while employing sound political judgment
· Identify and implement effective legislative/administrative strategies and projects to advance assigned issues, utilizing strong legislative judgment
· Marshal, leverage, and organize inter-departmental and, where possible, external resources on assigned legislative/administrative issues through ongoing campaign planning, project management, team building, and coalition participation
· Implement, as appropriate, various aspects of issue campaigns through activities including: direct lobbying; coalition representation; legislative, policy and legal analysis; multi-party negotiations; bill drafting; direct and grassroots lobbying materials development; action alert drafting; testimony and public presentations; media representation; and drafting press materials and legislatively focused Web content
· Closely monitor legislative developments in assigned issues and disseminate timely information about those issues throughout the organization
· Provide timely responses to requests for progress reports, funding proposals, budgets and other information requested by departments including: Government Relations, Communications, Integrated Marketing, and Development
· Contribute to the development of Defenders of Wildlife’s legislative Report Card through activities by identifying potential votes and drafting vote descriptions
· Contribute to Defenders’ positive image on Capitol Hill, with outside organizations, and in the media
· Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Legal Support
· Research and draft legislative memoranda on federal bills and proposed administrative rules and regulations as assigned
· Provide legal analysis for legislative issues as needed for the department; help to determine what issues need to be elevated to internal or external legal counsel and coordinate with counsel on elevated issues
· Conduct review of lobby ethics questions as they arise; draft department memos on broadly applicable ethics issues and help to maintain a questions and answers series on frequently asked questions/issues
· Support department legislative drafting needs and coordinate with legal department and/or outside counsel on drafting as needed
· Act as department resource regarding matters of legislative procedure. Conduct research on new and evolving legislative procedure issues.
Qualifications: Education:
JD Required
Experience :
4+ years of Capitol Hill or other legislative experience, preferably involving natural resource issues. Experience in one or more of the following areas:
1. working with wildlife conservation issues and knowledge of federal resource agencies, laws, treaties and policies dealing with use and conservation of natural resources
2. political judgment and sensitivity, including a thorough understanding of lobbying, resource and appropriations committees, budget process and federal legislative procedures and grassroots targeting
3. working at the intersection of law, policy and legislation
4. developing, implementing, and managing legislative and advocacy campaigns on a national level.
· An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
Skills :
· Strong writing, media, and verbal communications skills
· Ability to conduct research, analyze information, and produce quality work products in a consistent, efficient, and timely manner
· Ability to effectively lead and/or represent Defenders’ interests in national issue coalitions
· Other relevant experience with public policy, education, grassroots organizing, communications, editing, and/or development
· Ability to work effectively as part of Defenders’ legislative and administrative advocacy team
Work Expectations: Work Environment:
General office working conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Physical Demands :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer and communicate with others while doing so.
All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions. The essential duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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Oct 17, 2019
Full time
Basic Summary :
This professional position is responsible for advancing Defenders of Wildlife’s legislative and administrative interests before Congress, the Administration and the media. The position is also responsible for providing legal support through analysis, guidance and legislative drafting assistance. Issue priorities are drawn from Defenders’ current priorities, including endangered species; wildlife; national forests, wildlife refuges and other public lands; national environmental policy act (NEPA) defense; and related appropriations issues. Responsibilities include: direct lobbying; developing legislative and advocacy campaign strategies; leading and/or participating in inter-departmental campaign teams; leading and/or representing Defenders’ interests in national issue-based coalitions; working with and monitoring Congressional committees; drafting letters, fact sheets and testimony; obtaining legislative and political information; and generally assisting the advocacy work of Defenders’ Government Relations and External Affairs department. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Legislative Advocacy
· Play a leading role in clarifying and advancing Defenders’ legislative/administrative goals for assigned issues
· Lead and regularly work in coalitions with advocacy staff at partner organizations to strategize politically, craft messaging, determine legislative targets, and provide input on resource allocations for national issue campaigns
· Build an effective network of congressional, coalition and public support to advance assigned issues while employing sound political judgment
· Identify and implement effective legislative/administrative strategies and projects to advance assigned issues, utilizing strong legislative judgment
· Marshal, leverage, and organize inter-departmental and, where possible, external resources on assigned legislative/administrative issues through ongoing campaign planning, project management, team building, and coalition participation
· Implement, as appropriate, various aspects of issue campaigns through activities including: direct lobbying; coalition representation; legislative, policy and legal analysis; multi-party negotiations; bill drafting; direct and grassroots lobbying materials development; action alert drafting; testimony and public presentations; media representation; and drafting press materials and legislatively focused Web content
· Closely monitor legislative developments in assigned issues and disseminate timely information about those issues throughout the organization
· Provide timely responses to requests for progress reports, funding proposals, budgets and other information requested by departments including: Government Relations, Communications, Integrated Marketing, and Development
· Contribute to the development of Defenders of Wildlife’s legislative Report Card through activities by identifying potential votes and drafting vote descriptions
· Contribute to Defenders’ positive image on Capitol Hill, with outside organizations, and in the media
· Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Legal Support
· Research and draft legislative memoranda on federal bills and proposed administrative rules and regulations as assigned
· Provide legal analysis for legislative issues as needed for the department; help to determine what issues need to be elevated to internal or external legal counsel and coordinate with counsel on elevated issues
· Conduct review of lobby ethics questions as they arise; draft department memos on broadly applicable ethics issues and help to maintain a questions and answers series on frequently asked questions/issues
· Support department legislative drafting needs and coordinate with legal department and/or outside counsel on drafting as needed
· Act as department resource regarding matters of legislative procedure. Conduct research on new and evolving legislative procedure issues.
Qualifications: Education:
JD Required
Experience :
4+ years of Capitol Hill or other legislative experience, preferably involving natural resource issues. Experience in one or more of the following areas:
1. working with wildlife conservation issues and knowledge of federal resource agencies, laws, treaties and policies dealing with use and conservation of natural resources
2. political judgment and sensitivity, including a thorough understanding of lobbying, resource and appropriations committees, budget process and federal legislative procedures and grassroots targeting
3. working at the intersection of law, policy and legislation
4. developing, implementing, and managing legislative and advocacy campaigns on a national level.
· An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
Skills :
· Strong writing, media, and verbal communications skills
· Ability to conduct research, analyze information, and produce quality work products in a consistent, efficient, and timely manner
· Ability to effectively lead and/or represent Defenders’ interests in national issue coalitions
· Other relevant experience with public policy, education, grassroots organizing, communications, editing, and/or development
· Ability to work effectively as part of Defenders’ legislative and administrative advocacy team
Work Expectations: Work Environment:
General office working conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Physical Demands :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer and communicate with others while doing so.
All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions. The essential duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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DESCRIPTION
Amazon's Legal Department is looking for an experienced environmental attorney to be based in the Washington, D.C. area and support Amazon Web Services, a dynamic and rapidly growing business within Amazon.com. AWS is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, browsers and more. We are looking for a talented attorney to support Amazon's worldwide data centers that power our rapidly growing and evolving cloud computing business. This role can be focused on global waste operations or environmental compliance in the Americas. As part of the global waste compliance team, you would be responsible for counseling Amazon's data center business on a broad range of environmental regulatory and compliance matters, focusing on international waste regulatory regimes and the management of used electronic equipment. As part of the Americas team, you would be responsible for counseling Amazon’s data center business on a broad range of environmental regulatory and compliance matters, focusing primarily on the Americas. You will work directly with Amazon Web Services' worldwide environmental, procurement, supply chain, and business program teams and report to AWS' senior environmental compliance counsel. Principal duties include providing day-to-day advice on compliance issues, monitoring and advising the business of upcoming regulatory changes, developing and improving compliance policies and procedures, working cross-functionally with other data center teams to ensure compliance, negotiating commercial transactions with vendors, resolving issues that arise in the compliance areas and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. Some travel, domestic and international, will be required. Qualified candidates must have five or more years of legal experience advising on environmental laws. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, pragmatic, enjoy working hard and being challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. A J.D. degree and membership in one state bar is required. Amazon offers its attorneys the opportunity to develop their experience and career with one of the world's most recognized and dynamic brands. Competitive salary includes equity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
· 5+ years of legal experience in environmental compliance matters, with at least one year at a law firm · International compliance experience · Experience with waste regulatory regimes · Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Previous data center environmental compliance experience · A mix of law firm and in-house experience · Excellent organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines · Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age
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Oct 07, 2019
Full time
DESCRIPTION
Amazon's Legal Department is looking for an experienced environmental attorney to be based in the Washington, D.C. area and support Amazon Web Services, a dynamic and rapidly growing business within Amazon.com. AWS is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, browsers and more. We are looking for a talented attorney to support Amazon's worldwide data centers that power our rapidly growing and evolving cloud computing business. This role can be focused on global waste operations or environmental compliance in the Americas. As part of the global waste compliance team, you would be responsible for counseling Amazon's data center business on a broad range of environmental regulatory and compliance matters, focusing on international waste regulatory regimes and the management of used electronic equipment. As part of the Americas team, you would be responsible for counseling Amazon’s data center business on a broad range of environmental regulatory and compliance matters, focusing primarily on the Americas. You will work directly with Amazon Web Services' worldwide environmental, procurement, supply chain, and business program teams and report to AWS' senior environmental compliance counsel. Principal duties include providing day-to-day advice on compliance issues, monitoring and advising the business of upcoming regulatory changes, developing and improving compliance policies and procedures, working cross-functionally with other data center teams to ensure compliance, negotiating commercial transactions with vendors, resolving issues that arise in the compliance areas and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. Some travel, domestic and international, will be required. Qualified candidates must have five or more years of legal experience advising on environmental laws. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, pragmatic, enjoy working hard and being challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. A J.D. degree and membership in one state bar is required. Amazon offers its attorneys the opportunity to develop their experience and career with one of the world's most recognized and dynamic brands. Competitive salary includes equity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
· 5+ years of legal experience in environmental compliance matters, with at least one year at a law firm · International compliance experience · Experience with waste regulatory regimes · Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Previous data center environmental compliance experience · A mix of law firm and in-house experience · Excellent organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines · Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age
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South Coast Air Quality Management District
Diamond Bar, California, USA
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES :
Attorneys in our General Counsel's Office advise South Coast AQMD staff on a variety of environmental and governmental law matters, including reviewing and counseling on: new and amended air quality regulations, Air Quality Management Plans, project-by-project environmental analysis, contracts, and proposed legislation. General Counsel attorneys also represent the South Coast AQMD in defensive civil litigation in state and federal courts as well as in prosecutorial matters by preparing and litigating cases against violators of South Coast AQMD regulations, negotiating settlement agreements, and representing the South Coast AQMD before the South Coast AQMD's administrative Hearing Board. The legal interns will work hand-in-hand with South Coast AQMD attorneys on rulemaking assignments by attending meetings with internal and external stakeholders, providing research assistance, and drafting legal analysis. The legal interns will also have the opportunity to manage Hearing Board cases and negotiate civil penalties in enforcement cases. The selected candidates will assist attorneys in the General Counsel's Office and gain valuable environmental law and regulatory experience.
MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :
We are seeking students who are currently in their first or second year of law school. We require that students choose one of the following for their summer experience: (1) obtain outside funding (2) apply and are selected for funding under the South Coast AQMD Governing Board internship program (details will be provided during the application process) or (3) receive course credit. We are asking for a minimum time commitment of 30 hours per week for 10 weeks, with an anticipated start date in May 2020. South Coast AQMD employees work four 10-hour days and the South Coast AQMD is open Tuesday through Friday. The selected candidates will assist attorneys in the General Counsel's Office and gain valuable environmental law and regulatory experience.
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Oct 05, 2019
Part time
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES :
Attorneys in our General Counsel's Office advise South Coast AQMD staff on a variety of environmental and governmental law matters, including reviewing and counseling on: new and amended air quality regulations, Air Quality Management Plans, project-by-project environmental analysis, contracts, and proposed legislation. General Counsel attorneys also represent the South Coast AQMD in defensive civil litigation in state and federal courts as well as in prosecutorial matters by preparing and litigating cases against violators of South Coast AQMD regulations, negotiating settlement agreements, and representing the South Coast AQMD before the South Coast AQMD's administrative Hearing Board. The legal interns will work hand-in-hand with South Coast AQMD attorneys on rulemaking assignments by attending meetings with internal and external stakeholders, providing research assistance, and drafting legal analysis. The legal interns will also have the opportunity to manage Hearing Board cases and negotiate civil penalties in enforcement cases. The selected candidates will assist attorneys in the General Counsel's Office and gain valuable environmental law and regulatory experience.
MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :
We are seeking students who are currently in their first or second year of law school. We require that students choose one of the following for their summer experience: (1) obtain outside funding (2) apply and are selected for funding under the South Coast AQMD Governing Board internship program (details will be provided during the application process) or (3) receive course credit. We are asking for a minimum time commitment of 30 hours per week for 10 weeks, with an anticipated start date in May 2020. South Coast AQMD employees work four 10-hour days and the South Coast AQMD is open Tuesday through Friday. The selected candidates will assist attorneys in the General Counsel's Office and gain valuable environmental law and regulatory experience.
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Position Description
The Senior Counsel provides legal advice, contract drafting and negotiation, transaction implementation and related services to the Conservation Acquisition and Working Forest Fund business units of The Conservation Fund (the Fund) in connection with real estate activities, including acquisition, preservation, ownership, and disposition of land and conservation easements through resales and gifts for conservation purposes. The position provides legal advice and contract drafting and negotiation for the Fund's Mitigation Solutions business unit, working with project developers, regulators and conservationist to create and implement plans that mitigate for impacts on natural and cultural resources. The Senior Counsel also provides general transactional and legal compliance advice to these and other business units of the Fund as needed. Primary Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of the Senior Counsel include the following:
Provide advice and support to field personnel on matters related to conservation real estate, forestry and mitigation transactions, including advice on transaction structure and strategy; contract drafting and negotiation with landowners, government agencies, and other non-profit organizations; and legal compliance matters.
Draft, negotiate and provide legal advice regarding a variety of legal documents, including: contracts of sale; deeds; conservation easements; agricultural, residential and hunt leases; property management contracts; timber management agreements; loan and security agreements; escrow instructions; and other contracts and closing documents associated with the Fund's Conservation Acquisition and Working Forest Fund business units.
Conduct or supervise others in the performance of necessary tasks to commence and complete real estate and forestry transactions, from negotiation through closing and post -closing disposition stages, including but not limited to: review of due diligence material, such as title work, surveys, appraisals, and environmental reports; working with other parties, local counsel and title companies to address due diligence issues; draft and negotiate or supervise preparation of closing documents, including escrow instructions and related documents for transaction closings.
Review and negotiate government and foundation grant agreements to secure funds for land acquisition and general operating support.
Draft and negotiate legal documents and provide legal advice associated with the Fund's Mitigation Solutions business unit, including drafting and negotiation of memoranda agreements and other arrangements with governmental agencies and other non-profit organizations, service agreements with infrastructure developers, grant and recipient agreements, and related agreements and documents.
Assist with other miscellaneous legal matters involved with the operation of a non-profit organization, including the review and preparation of service contracts, office space leases and grant agreements, as well as other legal issues that arise on a day-to-day basis related to the business.
Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements: The Senior Counsel position requires the following:
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the bar of at least one state.
Minimum of ten years of experience practicing law in a law firm or in the legal department of a non-profit or for-profit organization.
Extensive legal knowledge and experience with real estate transactions and general commercial contract drafting required; experience with forestry/natural resources/conservation/environmental matters and/or non-profit organizations a plus.
Strong drafting and negotiating skills and experience.
High degree of professional ethics and integrity and excellent judgement.
Superior interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
Commitment to the Fund's mission.
Physical/Mental Requirements: Must have ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork within an entrepreneurial environment, and be able to function in a fast-paced and sometimes high-stress environment with competing deadlines. Some travel required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Conservation Fund, a Non Profit Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or practice in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.
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Oct 02, 2019
Full time
Position Description
The Senior Counsel provides legal advice, contract drafting and negotiation, transaction implementation and related services to the Conservation Acquisition and Working Forest Fund business units of The Conservation Fund (the Fund) in connection with real estate activities, including acquisition, preservation, ownership, and disposition of land and conservation easements through resales and gifts for conservation purposes. The position provides legal advice and contract drafting and negotiation for the Fund's Mitigation Solutions business unit, working with project developers, regulators and conservationist to create and implement plans that mitigate for impacts on natural and cultural resources. The Senior Counsel also provides general transactional and legal compliance advice to these and other business units of the Fund as needed. Primary Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of the Senior Counsel include the following:
Provide advice and support to field personnel on matters related to conservation real estate, forestry and mitigation transactions, including advice on transaction structure and strategy; contract drafting and negotiation with landowners, government agencies, and other non-profit organizations; and legal compliance matters.
Draft, negotiate and provide legal advice regarding a variety of legal documents, including: contracts of sale; deeds; conservation easements; agricultural, residential and hunt leases; property management contracts; timber management agreements; loan and security agreements; escrow instructions; and other contracts and closing documents associated with the Fund's Conservation Acquisition and Working Forest Fund business units.
Conduct or supervise others in the performance of necessary tasks to commence and complete real estate and forestry transactions, from negotiation through closing and post -closing disposition stages, including but not limited to: review of due diligence material, such as title work, surveys, appraisals, and environmental reports; working with other parties, local counsel and title companies to address due diligence issues; draft and negotiate or supervise preparation of closing documents, including escrow instructions and related documents for transaction closings.
Review and negotiate government and foundation grant agreements to secure funds for land acquisition and general operating support.
Draft and negotiate legal documents and provide legal advice associated with the Fund's Mitigation Solutions business unit, including drafting and negotiation of memoranda agreements and other arrangements with governmental agencies and other non-profit organizations, service agreements with infrastructure developers, grant and recipient agreements, and related agreements and documents.
Assist with other miscellaneous legal matters involved with the operation of a non-profit organization, including the review and preparation of service contracts, office space leases and grant agreements, as well as other legal issues that arise on a day-to-day basis related to the business.
Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements: The Senior Counsel position requires the following:
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the bar of at least one state.
Minimum of ten years of experience practicing law in a law firm or in the legal department of a non-profit or for-profit organization.
Extensive legal knowledge and experience with real estate transactions and general commercial contract drafting required; experience with forestry/natural resources/conservation/environmental matters and/or non-profit organizations a plus.
Strong drafting and negotiating skills and experience.
High degree of professional ethics and integrity and excellent judgement.
Superior interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
Commitment to the Fund's mission.
Physical/Mental Requirements: Must have ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork within an entrepreneurial environment, and be able to function in a fast-paced and sometimes high-stress environment with competing deadlines. Some travel required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Conservation Fund, a Non Profit Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or practice in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.
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The Environmental Law & Policy Center seeks to hire public interest attorney advocates who are recent law school graduates or judicial law clerks for Associate Attorney positions in our Chicago, Columbus, Grand Rapids, Madison or Minneapolis offices starting in Fall 2020. This is a two-year fellowship position. The Associate Attorneys will work on ELPC’s cutting-edge public interest climate change and clean energy, environmental protection and natural resources preservation litigation, and innovative policy advocacy. This is an extraordinary time in which ELPC’s effective legal and policy advocacy – backed by strong economic analysis and public engagement – are essential for protecting our core environmental values.
ORGANIZATION : ELPC is the Midwest’s leading public interest environmental legal advocacy and eco-business innovation organization, and among the nation’s leaders. We develop and lead strategic environmental advocacy campaigns to improve environmental quality and protect our natural heritage. We are public interest environmental entrepreneurs who engage in creative business deal-making with diverse interests to put into practice our belief that environmental progress and economic development can be achieved together. ELPC’s multidisciplinary staff of 45 talented public interest attorneys, environmental business specialists, policy advocates, and communications specialists brings a strong and effective combination of skills to solve environmental problems and improve the quality of life in our communities. Our headquarters is in downtown Chicago, with additional offices and staff across the Midwest and in Washington, DC. Please visit www.ELPC.org .
RESPONSIBILITIES : Work with ELPC’s Executive Director and Senior Attorneys on “hot” litigation and innovative eco-business policy initiatives for ELPC’s Clean Energy, Clean Air, and Climate Change Solutions Projects; Transportation and Land Use Reform Project; and Wild and Natural Places Preservation Project activities. Assist on special projects. Engage with multidisciplinary project teams.
QUALIFICATIONS : Recent law school graduates, including attorneys who are completing judicial clerkships or have no more than one year of other legal practice. Strong academic record and excellent writing, speaking, and analytical skills. Interest in and substantive law and policy knowledge in at least one of the following fields: energy, environmental, transportation, air quality, land use, and/or natural resources law. The attorneys should understand and enjoy multifaceted public policy strategic advocacy that involves media, legislative, economic, and policy analysis and organizing approaches coordinated with strong and effective legal advocacy. An inspired and demonstrated commitment to public interest advocacy and an ability to work productively as a member of a team of skilled professionals is required.
SALARY: $70,000 annual salary for new law school graduates depending on the particular ELPC office, plus excellent benefits. ELPC encourages applicants to seek funding that will help to support their salary in full or part from sources such as Equal Justice Works, law schools’ public interest grants, etc.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to: LawFellowship@elpc.org . Telephone inquiries are discouraged. The Environmental Law & Policy Center is an equal opportunity employer and is continually seeking to diversify its staff.
ELPC Job Announcement – Associate Attorney – Public Interest Environmental Law Fellowship [PDF]
Sep 28, 2019
Graduate Assistant/Fellowship
The Environmental Law & Policy Center seeks to hire public interest attorney advocates who are recent law school graduates or judicial law clerks for Associate Attorney positions in our Chicago, Columbus, Grand Rapids, Madison or Minneapolis offices starting in Fall 2020. This is a two-year fellowship position. The Associate Attorneys will work on ELPC’s cutting-edge public interest climate change and clean energy, environmental protection and natural resources preservation litigation, and innovative policy advocacy. This is an extraordinary time in which ELPC’s effective legal and policy advocacy – backed by strong economic analysis and public engagement – are essential for protecting our core environmental values.
ORGANIZATION : ELPC is the Midwest’s leading public interest environmental legal advocacy and eco-business innovation organization, and among the nation’s leaders. We develop and lead strategic environmental advocacy campaigns to improve environmental quality and protect our natural heritage. We are public interest environmental entrepreneurs who engage in creative business deal-making with diverse interests to put into practice our belief that environmental progress and economic development can be achieved together. ELPC’s multidisciplinary staff of 45 talented public interest attorneys, environmental business specialists, policy advocates, and communications specialists brings a strong and effective combination of skills to solve environmental problems and improve the quality of life in our communities. Our headquarters is in downtown Chicago, with additional offices and staff across the Midwest and in Washington, DC. Please visit www.ELPC.org .
RESPONSIBILITIES : Work with ELPC’s Executive Director and Senior Attorneys on “hot” litigation and innovative eco-business policy initiatives for ELPC’s Clean Energy, Clean Air, and Climate Change Solutions Projects; Transportation and Land Use Reform Project; and Wild and Natural Places Preservation Project activities. Assist on special projects. Engage with multidisciplinary project teams.
QUALIFICATIONS : Recent law school graduates, including attorneys who are completing judicial clerkships or have no more than one year of other legal practice. Strong academic record and excellent writing, speaking, and analytical skills. Interest in and substantive law and policy knowledge in at least one of the following fields: energy, environmental, transportation, air quality, land use, and/or natural resources law. The attorneys should understand and enjoy multifaceted public policy strategic advocacy that involves media, legislative, economic, and policy analysis and organizing approaches coordinated with strong and effective legal advocacy. An inspired and demonstrated commitment to public interest advocacy and an ability to work productively as a member of a team of skilled professionals is required.
SALARY: $70,000 annual salary for new law school graduates depending on the particular ELPC office, plus excellent benefits. ELPC encourages applicants to seek funding that will help to support their salary in full or part from sources such as Equal Justice Works, law schools’ public interest grants, etc.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to: LawFellowship@elpc.org . Telephone inquiries are discouraged. The Environmental Law & Policy Center is an equal opportunity employer and is continually seeking to diversify its staff.
ELPC Job Announcement – Associate Attorney – Public Interest Environmental Law Fellowship [PDF]
