Climate Change Attorney in Washington, DC

Public Interest

Washington, DC

Climate Change Attorney in Washington, DC

Attorney

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**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is seeking a Legislative Director for Climate and Energy to join our Policy and Legislation team in Washington, . This position is responsible for developing and implementing legislative and administrative strategies to advance **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.'s climate and energy priorities. The Legislative Director will also oversee a team of staff working on these issues and will serve as **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.'s spokesperson on climate and energy issues. This is a hybrid position, with a minimum of two days a week in the . office.

Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement legislative and administrative advocacy strategies to advance **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.'s climate and energy priorities
- Lobby Congress and the Administration on climate and energy issues
- Educate the Administration and Congress on key legal challenges and rulings
- Serve as spokesperson for **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. on climate and energy issues
- Work with other **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. staff to recommend positions on Presidential nominees
- Track legislation and policy initiatives related to climate and energy issues
- Develop lobby and education materials, including fact sheets, letters, and action alerts
- Work with communications staff to develop media strategies and conduct media outreach on climate and energy issues
- Conduct policy, legislative, and legal analysis
- Plan and implement initiatives to educate the public and foster broader advocacy for climate and energy issues
- Coordinate events, such as fly-ins and lobby days, and support partners' outreach efforts

Qualifications:
- Eight years combined federal legislative and administrative advocacy experience
- Bachelor's, Master's, or JD degree
- Proven leadership skills
- Significant familiarity and experience with the administrative rulemaking process
- Substantial knowledge and experience with the federal legislative process
- Experience with . environmental laws
- Proven ability to develop and implement successful legislative and administrative strategies
- Ability to maintain leadership within the . environmental community on climate and energy issues
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, projects, and deadlines
- Excellent writing and oral communication skills
- Ability to develop relationships with key decision-makers
- Detail-oriented with good organizational skills
- Ability to work in diverse coalitions and with allies
- Experience with traditional and social media
- Prior management experience is a plus

Management Skills:
- Ability to effectively manage and lead a diverse team
- Ability to give and receive regular formal and informal feedback
- Strong team mentorship and communication skills
- Commitment to developing team skills and talents

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Salary is dependent on experience and location, with a range of $164,000 - $182,200 in Washington, .

To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter by April 11th, 2025 through Jobvite. If you experience technical difficulties, please contact . **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants 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. We also comply with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.