What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Law Specialist position at Vermont Law School?
Job Overview:
Vermont Law School is a leader in environmental law and policy, with a comprehensive graduate program that includes six legal clinics, six centers and institutes, 67 environmental law courses, and 76 environmental faculty. We prepare students to work on the frontlines of environmental advocacy, energy and climate justice, animal law and protection, as well as the sustainable food movement. The Environmental Advocacy Clinic is an in-house public interest environmental law firm, providing real-world opportunities for students to learn the skills and strategies of environmental litigation and advocacy.
About the Role:
This one-year Climate Action Fellowship combines research and policy work on climate change law with responsibilities to work with student clinicians in the Environmental Advocacy Clinic on cutting-edge climate litigation and advocacy. As part of this role, you will research and publish white papers, articles, and other materials on topics related to climate change law, contribute to climate-related cases and projects within the Environmental Advocacy Clinic, and participate actively in the dynamic VLGS environment. You will also deliver at least one public or campus-community presentation or lecture on your research and attend relevant conferences.
Key Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Vermont Law School is a leader in environmental law and policy, with a comprehensive graduate program that includes six legal clinics, six centers and institutes, 67 environmental law courses, and 76 environmental faculty. We prepare students to work on the frontlines of environmental advocacy, energy and climate justice, animal law and protection, as well as the sustainable food movement. The Environmental Advocacy Clinic is an in-house public interest environmental law firm, providing real-world opportunities for students to learn the skills and strategies of environmental litigation and advocacy.
About the Role:
This one-year Climate Action Fellowship combines research and policy work on climate change law with responsibilities to work with student clinicians in the Environmental Advocacy Clinic on cutting-edge climate litigation and advocacy. As part of this role, you will research and publish white papers, articles, and other materials on topics related to climate change law, contribute to climate-related cases and projects within the Environmental Advocacy Clinic, and participate actively in the dynamic VLGS environment. You will also deliver at least one public or campus-community presentation or lecture on your research and attend relevant conferences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct academic, legal, and/or policy research on climate law
- Work with student clinicians in the Environmental Advocacy Clinic on climate litigation and advocacy
- Publish white papers, articles, and other materials on climate change law
- Participate in conferences and events related to climate change
Requirements:
- J.D. degree with 0-5 years of practice experience
- Strong academic qualifications and a demonstrated interest in climate law, climate justice, and/or environmental, natural resources or energy law and policy
- Ability to communicate clearly and fluently in English by phone, email, and in-person with internal and external constituents
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (365) programs
- Understanding of and appreciation for inclusion, including the ability to work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds, identities, and viewpoints
