36 Climate Change/ Resiliency jobs

Description Renowned for its accredited researched-based undergraduate field programs, Wildlands Studies seeks candidates holding an MSc or PhD to be the Lead Instructor for new field programs. Students consistently report that their Wildlands Studies experience added depth and meaning to their on-campus classes and “changed their lives”. Wildlands Studies instructors enhance their own credentials with unique opportunities to teach in the field while engaging students in active research. The Lead Instructor will direct students on an academically rigorous, wilderness-based six-week field study to explore habitats and cultures of specific international locales, with the aim to offer the course repeatedly each year. Students earn 15 quarter credits for three field classes covering Environmental Studies, Field Research Practices, and Environment and Culture. Lead Instructor is responsible for on-going seminars, lectures, instruction, guided field work and field methods, and assessment of all student work, as well as group dynamics and the overall well-being of participants. Compensation is competitive. Requirements Knowledge and experience of field study location required. Applicants must have graduate degree in hand. A qualified Lead Instructor will have experience leading field study programs and teaching at the undergraduate level, specifically upper division environmental studies classes; a good sense of humor, flexibility, patience, and understanding; and the know-how to work with and manage 16 students and the group dynamics that occur on a six-week field study. Program Dates We are currently accepting proposals for our 2020-2021 academic year (Summer 2020, Fall 2020, Winter 2021, Spring 2021). We especially need a new international six-week program starting Summer 2020, and would like to add one more international six week program in Spring 2021. Our instructors tend to stay for several years, and strong candidates would need to be in a position to establish a program in 2020-2021 and continue to lead for at least a couple following years. Locations that include a wildlife study are always preferred. Review www.wildlandsstudies.com for details. Application Process Review website and current course offerings to ensure understanding of program requirements. Submit CV, cover letter detailing experience with course topics/field study experience and brief initial course proposal.  WS staff will work with applicants on formal proposals.  Email application materials to positions@wildlandsstudies.com .

Earthjustice is hiring two attorneys to join our team of lawyers and advocates who are using the power of the law to protect our oceans.  The attorneys will focus primarily on work with foreign nongovernmental organizations and institutions to develop and implement innovative strategies and litigation to protect keystone, highly migratory marine predator species from threats stemming from bycatch, overfishing, and pollution in select countries.  The attorneys will also engage in and support litigation in U.S. courts to protect these same species. Earthjustice’s Oceans Program works to protect oceans and ocean wildlife from threats such as overfishing, pollution, and habitat degradation.  Our team includes six full-time attorneys who litigate cases in U.S. federal courts aimed at protecting ocean resources. The positions will be part of our Oceans Program, which is based in Seattle, WA and will collaborate with our San Francisco, CA-based International Program.  The positions will preferably be based in our San Francisco, Washington D.C., or Seattle offices, but for the right candidate we would also consider placing the position elsewhere.  Earthjustice employs both staff attorneys and associate attorneys.  We seek to fill these positions with one staff attorney and one associate attorney and will consider applicants at both levels. Staff attorneys are experienced litigators who develop and lead significant bodies of Earthjustice litigation. Staff attorney positions are not term-limited.  Associate attorneys are earlier in their career trajectory and work with staff attorneys as they develop the capacity to lead litigation on their own.  The associate attorney position is a three-year position. This program is designed to help attorneys develop into thoughtful, professional, and effective advocates skilled in the various phases of public interest litigation. Some associates have gone on to other positions within Earthjustice, while others use the experience as a springboard to other career opportunities in environmental litigation or with other public interest organizations. Earthjustice is the 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 achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. 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 people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment.   Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Tallahassee, Miami, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, and Washington, DC. To learn more about Earthjustice’s work to protect oceans, visit  https://earthjustice.org/about/offices/oceans .  Qualifications for Staff Attorney Juris Doctorate (JD) degree. A minimum of six years of litigation or legal advocacy experience, as well as a demonstrated capacity to contribute to the development of government policies or regulations. Licensed to practice law in the U.S. jurisdiction in which the attorney will be located, or a willingness and qualifications to apply for membership within one year of employment. Excellent litigation or legal advocacy skills, including legal research, writing and oral advocacy skills. Interest and ability in supervising and developing more junior attorneys. Knowledge of and experience with ocean protection issues and foreign environmental or natural resources law. Proficiency in working with technical experts. Experience working in cross-cultural settings. Initiative, good judgment, a strong work ethic, and a sense of humor. Ability to work independently and in collaboration with clients, partners and staff. Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with community-based or other grassroots groups. Ability and willingness to travel internationally as needed. Commitment to serving the public interest and to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment. Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse and non-U.S. cultures, backgrounds and orientations. Commitment to help create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce and culture that encourages and celebrates differences. Qualifications for Associate Attorney Law school graduate at the time of application admitted to, or qualified and willing to apply for admission to, the bar of the state where they will be located. Licensed to practice law in the U.S. jurisdiction in which the attorney will be located, or a willingness and qualifications to apply for membership within one year of employment. Excellent research, analytic, writing and communication skills. Strong work ethic, initiative, sound yet creative judgment, and an ability to work well in a collegial setting; Commitment to serving the public interest and to fighting for the right of all to a healthy environment.   Experience or ability to work in cross-cultural settings. Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with community-based or other grassroots groups. Ability and willingness to travel internationally as needed. Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse and non-U.S. cultures, backgrounds and orientations. Commitment to help create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce and culture that encourages and celebrates differences. The ideal candidates will also have experience working in another country or working with international organizations. We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits.  Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.   Application Procedure:   Interested candidates should submit a:  Resume One or two-page cover letter that addresses why you are drawn to Earthjustice and ocean protection. Please also describe any experiences you have working with people or communities with backgrounds that differ from your own, and how you might apply those experiences at Earthjustice. Writing sample that primarily reflects your work. Law school transcript. List of three references. Writing sample, preferably a legal brief or memorandum that primarily reflects your work. List of contact information for three references. Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application.  No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. 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.

Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization.  We take on high impact, 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 and citizens 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 wields 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 around the world. Drawing on deep experience in foreign, US and international environmental, energy and human rights law, and foreign and international litigation, we work with partners in South Africa, Indonesia, Australia, Latin America and elsewhere on domestic and international legal advocacy to reduce dependence on dirty fossil fuels and speed the transition to clean energy. The term for the associate position is three years with potential for extension.  Many use the position as a springboard to other environmental litigation career opportunities.  Others are promoted to senior associate and staff attorney positions within Earthjustice.  The position will be located in San Francisco. Responsibilities Associate attorneys perform a range of litigation and advocacy-related tasks that can include: Conducting legal and factual research and preparing memoranda on issues relating to ongoing or potential new cases. Reviewing and analyzing administrative records and technical documents. Drafting motions, briefs, and other legal and factual documents in support of litigation. Participating in proceedings before federal and international courts and tribunals. Working with clients and experts, and learning how to handle press work. Hiring and supervising law students who work at Earthjustice as interns or clerks. Qualifications   Law school graduate admitted to, or qualified and willing to apply for admission to, the California State Bar. Up to 5 years of experience. Excellent research, analytic, writing and communication skills. Strong work ethic and initiative, and sound yet creative judgment. Strong desire to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment. Ability to work well in a team-oriented atmosphere. Awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations. Willingness to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of environmental or international law, experience working in a country other than the United States, and professional fluency in a language other than English. 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. To  Apply Interested applicants should submit a: Resume. One- or two-page cover letter that addresses: 1) aspects of your experience that are relevant to the qualifications listed above; 2) why you are drawn to the work of Earthjustice’s International Program and whether there are particular legal, environmental or justice issues that inspire you; and 3) how your time at Earthjustice would contribute to your career aspirations; Writing sample, preferably a legal brief or memorandum that has not been edited by anyone else; Law school transcript; and List of three references.  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.

Earthjustice is seeking an experienced attorney to join the Climate and Energy team in its Northeast office.  The Climate and Energy work is at the heart of Earthjustice’s efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions and prevent catastrophic climate change.  The attorney selected for this position will work closely with other professionals (attorneys, policy analysts, communications experts) to force a shift from dirty to clean energy.  The position will be based in our office in New York City. Earthjustice is the 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 and supporters 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 people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment.  Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Miami, Tallahassee, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, and Washington, DC. The Climate and Energy work in the Northeast Office uses litigation and administrative advocacy to end the region’s reliance on fossil fuels and speed the transition to clean, renewable energy for power generation, home heating and cooking, and transportation.  Our docket includes involvement in utility ratemaking proceedings in Albany, litigation to prevent construction of additional fossil fuel infrastructure, and other advocacy activities to foster a more rapid change to a zero emission future, especially in New York and New Jersey.  Applicants must be ready and able to develop and lead litigation from day one.  The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive and successful experience with most aspects of judicial and administrative proceedings—including developing cases, conducting discovery, assisting with expert reports, motion practice, evidentiary hearings, and post-hearing briefing.  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. Responsibilities : Manage new and existing cases from start to finish, performing all aspects of litigation, including: drafting pleadings, motions and briefs; conducting discovery; presenting oral arguments; and handling appeals. Conduct factual investigations and develop legal theories for possible advocacy or litigation advancing the goals of our Climate and Energy work. Assist in growing the Northeast Office’s work in fostering an equitable pathway to swift cuts to greenhouse gas emissions. Serve as the office’s principal representative in Public Service Commission proceedings in Albany. Join other staff in long-term planning, strategy development, goal-setting, and work plan management that advances a collective vision for future Climate and Energy work, generally, and zero-emission advocacy, specifically. Participate actively in organizational and office efforts to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Supervise the work of Associate Attorneys, Law Clerks, and Litigation Assistants, who are part of the litigation team. Develop and manage relationships with co-counsel, clients, and coalition partners, including increasing the Northeast Office’s ties to overburdened and marginalized communities. Work effectively with other departments within Earthjustice, including Communications, Development, and Policy and Legislation.   Qualifications : Admitted or willing to seek admission to the New York bar.  At least seven years of legal experience, including substantial experience with litigation and administrative proceedings. Experience in pre-trial and administrative proceedings (e.g., regulatory comments; preparation of fact and expert witnesses; motion practice); evidentiary hearings; and post-trial or post-hearing briefing.  Experience in appellate litigation is a plus. Excellent research, analysis, writing, and oral advocacy skills. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to implement collective plans. Initiative, good judgment, a collegial work style, and a strong work ethic. A commitment to public interest work and a passion for Earthjustice’s mission. Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with others. Aware of and sensitive to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations. Ability to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences. Eager to help the office recruit, hire, develop, and retain a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ability and willingness to travel for case work, court and regulatory proceedings, and presentations, including spending substantial time, as needed, in Albany, NY to participate in proceedings before the state’s Public Service Commission. 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. To Apply Interested candidates should submit a: Resume. One- or two-page cover letter that addresses at least the following subjects: (1) why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you; and (2) aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to work with diverse clients and colleagues. Legal writing sample, preferably from litigation, that is either unedited or lightly edited by someone other than you. Please include a cover sheet explaining the extent of editing. List of three references.    Please reach out to  jobs@earthjustice.org  if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. 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.   Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Overview World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Manager, Renewable Thermal Energy & Climate-Smart Land Use to join WWF's fast moving and influential US corporate climate and renewable energy team. The Manager leads WWF's strategic and technical work under the Renewable Thermal Collaborative. The RTC is a multi-stakeholder platform launched in September 2017 as a joint initiative of WWF, the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) and David Gardiner and Associates. The RTC is the leading coalition for organizations committed to scaling sustainable, renewable heating and cooling at their facilities and dramatically cutting carbon emissions. The manager is also the focal point for the Climate & Energy Team's work to advance accounting standards and scale implementation for corporate scope 3 targets that impact land use, forests and food systems.   Many large buyers (corporations, cities, education institutions, etc.) with large thermal energy loads are increasingly looking to renewable thermal solutions, just as they have been seeking renewable electricity solutions. However, renewable thermal solutions are far less commercially developed for a variety of reasons, including the availability and sustainability of bioenergy feedstocks. The goal of the RTC is to develop and implement sustainable, cost-competitive solutions. Within the RTC, the Manager will lead WWF's work to deepen the RTC coalition's strategy to develop buyer-focused solutions, particularly around biomass and bioenergy. The manager will also collaborate with staff across the WWF organization to drive standards for land-use accounting and target setting and to implement scalable solutions for companies with value chains touching land use, forests and food systems. Responsibilities Strategy & Planning for the RTC: Drives the effective development and execution of a joint vision, strategy and work plan for RTC in collaboration with WWF's RTC partners, RTC members and other supporting organizations. WWF and RTC Thought Leadership: Advances WWF and RTC thought-leadership on the impacts and accounting for biomass, bioenergy and land use on climate change with key audiences through research and writing, media engagement, stakeholder dialogues and discussions with policy makers. Relationship Management and Recruitment: The Manager leads WWF's role in the RTC partnership, leads WWF's RTC recruitment and manages relationships with member companies and cities. Fundraising & Budget: In cooperation with the WWFUS Development Team and the Private Sector Engagement Team, the Manager identifies funding opportunities from RTC donors and members, cultivates opportunities, and prepares funding proposals and reports to donors, including joint funding proposals with RTC partners. The manager develops and tracks budgets for WWF's portion of the RTC initiative. Scope 3 Standard Development and Implementation Solutions: Manages internal processes within WWFUS to advance collaborative work among members of the Climate and Energy team, as well as WWFUS's Food and Forest teams, and WWF Network Climate & Business Hub, on development of accounting standards and scalable implementation solutions to address Scope 3 corporate emissions touching land use, forest and food systems. Performs other duties as assigned.   Qualifications Must have at least 8 years of relevant work experience, including work on biomass, bioenergy and other renewable thermal technologies; accounting for bioenergy and land use emissions; and process and relationship management involving these issues. A graduate degree in a related field of study may substitute for up to 2 years of experience. Must have a bachelor's degree, preferably in fields such as environmental studies, forestry, or business. An advanced degree in these areas of study is preferred. Experience working within or managing multi-stakeholder processes is desired.   Additional Skills/Abilities Strong technical understanding of bioenergy sustainability issues – understanding of the emissions profile compared to fossil fuels, various accounting methodologies and considerations, issues around land-use accounting, and sustainability issues for bioenergy feedstocks and supply chain. In-depth knowledge of relevant accounting and sustainability standards for biomass and bioenergy, the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and other related voluntary standards, as well as offsets and renewable energy credits. Knowledge of and connections with groups/companies/organizations that can advance renewable thermal solutions. Relationships with key players on bioenergy accounting and policy standards. Experience developing and managing corporate relationships. Strong coalition building and management skills. Strong program management skills – plan, execute and follow through. A problem-solving and positive attitude, including a strong level of emotional intelligence with an understanding of how her/his emotional responses impact others positively and negatively. Communicates clearly and concisely orally and in writing, including ability to convey complex information simply to corporate, policy and other audiences. Familiarity with trade-offs between natural gas for heating and cooling and renewable alternatives, including electrification preferred. Knowledge of a variety of potential solutions for meeting renewable thermal needs, including geothermal, solar thermal, biogas, electrification, etc. preferred.   Please Note: Preference is for the person in this role to be based out of our DC office, but alternate arrangements can be considered for the right candidate. We are looking to fill this position asap, so applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received   To Apply: Please visit our Careers Page , job# 19093, to submit an online application including resume and cover letter Due to the high volume of applications we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone As an EOE/AA employer, WWF will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, and veteran or disability status.     Apply Here   PI109305244