Federal Legislative Advocate

Federal Legislative Advocate

Department : Program

Employment Type : Full Time

Location : Washington, DC

Compensation : $38,000 - $44,000 / year

Description

Environment America is a policy and action group that tackles the most profound problem of our time : a way of living that is depleting and destabilizing the natural world. Our federal legislative advocate will lead our work in Washington, DC to advocate for new laws in Congress and defend federal environmental protections.

You'll work together with leaders at Environment America, our 30 state offices and The Public Interest Network with decades of experience getting real results for our environment.

Key Responsibilities

Environment America's Federal Legislative Advocate will work to advance our policy goals in Washington, DC. This position requires excellent judgment and discretion and the ability to oversee significant projects. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to :

• Advocacy : Meet with members of Congress and federal government officials to advocate for strong environmental policies. Develop collaborative relationships with legislators and congressional staff on both sides of the aisle and federal agencies to advance our policy goals.
• Coalition building : Serve as the Environment America voice in coalitions. Recruit new partners who can help us win campaigns, including unlikely allies who might agree with us on one issue, even if we disagree on other issues.
• Fundraising : Fund our campaigns and grow our impact by raising money from foundations and individual donors.
• Media and communications : Write reports, fact sheets, news releases, blogs, op-eds, and other forms of communication to get our message in the media and heard by decision-makers and the public. Represent Environment America with reporters.
• Campaign strategy : Develop campaign plans and tactics. Work creatively with our state and national leadership.
• Staff recruitment and management : Build our team by recruiting and managing interns and participating in staff recruitment efforts. Potential to oversee staff.

Qualifications

Qualifications

A successful candidate will have excellent writing and public speaking skills; at least two years of professional full time experience in organizing, advocacy, campaigning or legislative work; be a solid team player; and have the passion and grit to do what it takes to get the work done. Top candidates will also have these qualities :

If this sounds like you, we hope you'll apply to join our team.

Details

Compensation and Benefits

The starting compensation range for this position is $38,000-$44,000 for a candidate with 2-8 years of experience. Candidates on the lower end of directly relevant experience should expect to be on the lower end of this range; candidates on the higher end of relevant experience are likely to be on the higher end of this range. Environment America offers an excellent benefits package. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, paid time off, our commuter benefit program, a 401(k) plan with employer match, parental leave, long term disability insurance, and may include needs-based student loan assistance. We also offer an excellent training program and opportunities for advancement.

Why work for Environment America? Here are ten reasons : https : / / environmentamerica.org / why-work-with-us /

Our Mission and Values

Environment America is part of The Public Interest Network, which operates and supports organizations committed to a shared vision of a better world and a strategic approach to social change. Visit https : / / environmentamerica.org / core-values / for things you should know about our network when you apply.

Environment America is an equal opportunity employer.

COVID-19 : We take COVID-19 safety very seriously. Employees must follow our COVID safety protocols and be fully vaccinated and boosted. Accommodations are provided to the extent required by law.

Salary : $38,000 - $44,000