Associate Legislative Representative/Counsel

at  Earthjustice

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 to engage on 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, Seattle, Los Angeles, Honolulu, Houston, Denver, Bozeman, Chicago, Tallahassee, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.
This position assists in the development and implementation of legislative and administrative advocacy strategies on water and public lands policy priorities for Earthjustice, including dam removal and water quantity issues in the western United States, mining and critical mineral issues on public lands, and related issues around land management and permitting.
This position will work in Washington, DC under a hybrid model.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 1.5 years of experience in the legislative process, legal advocacy, and/or public interest work or advocacy.
• Bachelor’s, JD, or Master’s Degree in an applicable field
• Commitment to serving the public interest, and passion for Earthjustice’s mission. Direct lobbying experience is a plus, but not required.
• Previous experience with social, economic or environmental justice communities and/or organizations is a plus
• Basic understanding of the legislative process.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, projects and deadlines.
• Excellent writing and oral communications skills.
• Proven ability to work independently.
• Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
• Contributes 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. As a 501(c)(3) organization, Earthjustice is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

COMPENSATION IS BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND LOCATION.

Salary range in Washington, DC: $88,900 - $98,800

LOBBYING DUTIES (60%)

• Assists in development and implementation of legislative and administrative strategies relating to assigned issues.
• Directly lobby Congress and the Administration; develops and maintains relationships with decisionmakers and key officials in Congress and in federal agencies.
• Tracks legislation and policy initiatives relating to assigned issues and performs policy and legislative analysis.
• Develops lobby and education materials, including but not limited to fact sheets, letters and action alerts.
• Works with the Communications Department on outreach to the media and the creation of communications materials assigned issues.
• Other duties as assigned