Associate Legislative Representative/Counsel (H...

Description:

This position assists in the development and implementation of legislative and administrative advocacy strategies on water and public lands policy priorities for An Environmental Law Firm, 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.
Responsibilities:
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

Coalition and Partnerships (20%)

• Develops and maintains partnerships with An Environmental Law Firm clients and allies, impacted community members and groups.
• Represent An Environmental Law Firm in coalitions and with allies on assigned issues.
• Coordinate briefings, seminars, and informational sessions with partners as well as support partners' lobbying and outreach.
• Other duties as assigned

Internal Coordination/administration (20%)

• Represents PAL on An Environmental Law Firm working groups related to assigned issues.
• Liaison with An Environmental Law Firm Legislative Director, relevant litigators and communications staff working on assigned issues.
• Provide assistance to other team members as requested by Legislative Director.
• Coordinate with other PAL lobbyists on shared legislation or cross-cutting issues, and to maintain strong internal communication and coordination.
• Contribute to An Environmental Law Firm's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) mission through involvement in both formal and informal efforts.
• Other duties as assigned

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 An Environmental Law Firm'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.

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