biologicaldiversity

Urban Wildlands Staff Attorney

Remote, California, United States · Staff+ · Part-time

Work authorization required$73k-$90kDetected 20 days ago

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About the role

The Staff Attorney will work as part of a team in the Urban Wildlands program using law, science, media outreach and advocacy to protect the environment.
The Urban Wildlands program works to protect wildlife and habitats vulnerable to unsustainable development while advocating for healthy and climate resilient communities.
The main duties of this role include impact litigation, administrative advocacy, and advancing environmental campaigns.

Identify, develop, and litigate cases and administrative actions to further the program's campaign goals;
Draft legal and/or scientific comments on proposed rules and environmental review documents;
Engage in media advocacy by writing press releases, crafting op-eds, developing relationships with media contacts, and delivering effective, timely statements to reporters;
Build and maintain relationships with partner organizations, coalitions, government officials, and scientists;
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Attorneys are motivated and use their experience in law and activism to develop cases and win campaigns.

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Familiarity with environmental laws;
A high degree of scientific literacy;
Law school graduate admitted to California state bar;
Minimum two years of civil litigation experience;
Proactive approach to identify opportunities, solve problems, and take initiative to drive projects forward;
Ability to develop cases and manage a full docket;
A demonstrated commitment to environmental protection;
Ability to work independently and as a part of an effective team;
Competence in and commitment to principles of justice, equity and inclusion;

Is this position in the Bargaining Unit? [X] Yes No *Because this position is in the Bargaining Unit, some fees may be required depending on where the candidate lives as a condition of employment.
Preferred familiarity with the California Environmental Quality Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Administrative Procedure Act, Endangered Species Act and Clean Water Act;

Staff Attorney: $72,500 - $89,500
Is this position in the Bargaining Unit? [X] Yes No *Because this position is in the Bargaining Unit, some fees may be required depending on where the candidate lives as a condition of employment.

BENEFITS (Subject to change-see Handbook for more details) For regular staff working 30+ hours a week
Fully paid medical premiums for staff, and greatly discounted for families.
Fully paid dental and vision premiums for staff and their families.
Generous employer contribution to HSA and HRA's.
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) provided for reimbursement of eligible wellness expenses.
Center paid premiums for Short Term and Long Term Disability provided for all staff.
Center paid premiums for Basic Life Insurance for all staff.
Generous time off policies, including 13 paid holidays per year and 5 "personal" days awarded each year.
Vacation accrual starts at a rate of 15 days annually, but it may be higher commensurate with experience, and paid sick days accrue at a rate of 10 days per year.
Center Paid Time Off for parental leave, personal leave, caretaker leave and even pet caretaker leave.

POSITION SUMMARY The Staff Attorney will work as part of a team in the Urban Wildlands program using law, science, media outreach and advocacy to protect the environment.

The Center complies with all federal and local laws regarding work authorization for new hires.

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