What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Policy Specialist position at Defenders?
A company is looking for a Senior Policy and Planning Specialist (Forest Service).Key ResponsibilitiesAdvocate for policies to protect and restore habitat for at-risk speciesTrack federal land use policies and engage in land management planning processesDevelop positions on legislative proposals and coordinate advocacy effortsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent; JDs encouraged to apply8 years of relevant experience; 3 years of supervisory experience preferredKnowledge of ecology, public planning, and legal regulationsExperience in strategic thinking and partnering across organizationsAbility to manage change and mobilize citizen activists
