Earthjustice · 2 weeks ago
Senior Attorney, Right to Zero Hub
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$165K/yr - $217K/yr
5+ years expEarthjustice is the nation’s premier nonprofit environmental law organization, and they are seeking a Senior Attorney to join their Right to Zero Hub. This role focuses on advancing equitable zero-emissions solutions by drafting legislation and policies, supporting advocacy efforts, and collaborating with various teams to electrify transportation corridors across the United States.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Draft model legislation and policies to advance equitable zero-emission solutions
Identify options to support the shift to zero-emissions across the industry, buildings, and transportation sectors
Conduct and supervise advocacy before agencies, state and local governments, as warranted. Coordinate the development and execution of advocacy strategies related to efforts to electrify transportation corridors, in collaboration with attorneys, policy staff and communications staff as appropriate
Provide trainings internally and externally on strategies to advance zero-emission technologies
Collaborate with litigation teams on Right to Zero litigation
Conduct factual investigations and develop legal theories for possible advocacy or litigation advancing the goals of our clients
Supervise the work of Associate Attorneys, Policy Advocates, Research Analysts, Litigation Assistants, and Law Clerks individually and as part of litigation teams
Work effectively with other departments within Earthjustice, including Communications, Development, Operations, and Policy and Legislation
Collaborate with and oversee the work of technical experts
Serve as spokesperson for Earthjustice, clients, and partners
Help develop and execute effective media strategies
Join other staff in long-term planning, strategy development, goal-setting, and work plan management that advances a collective vision for future Right to Zero work
Participate as an active member of a learning and mentorship culture, and engage with colleagues in manner that is respectful, professional, and supportive
Participate actively in organizational and office-specific efforts to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and personally engage with colleagues, clients, and partners in a manner that is consistent with those efforts
Recruit and hire qualified candidates who fit position requirements and the work environment
Promote change in terms of the expected benefits, as well as removing or lowering the impact of potential obstacles
Set clear team direction that aligns with Earthjustice strategy, mission, and vision
Develop staff by identifying and encouraging training and professional development opportunities appropriate to role and creating development plans for all staff
Create or identify strategic opportunities for team building and individual and overall staff engagement with one another in order to strengthen teamwork, interaction and collaboration
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school, must be willing to apply for admission to the State Bar if not already admitted in the location of work
A minimum of five years of relevant litigation, advocacy, and/or legislation drafting experience
Ability to draft model policies and/or legislation
Strong skills in communicating litigation and advocacy goals and messages to the media
Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
Initiative, good judgment, a collegial work style, and a strong work ethic
Proficient at working with technical issues and experts
Ready and able to develop and conduct complex litigation and advocacy from day one, independently if necessary, to lead teams, and to work collaboratively with colleagues and partner organizations
Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with community-based or other grassroots groups interested litigation and other advocacy in the attorney's area of focus
Ability and willingness to travel as needed for case work, court appearances, presentations, staff meetings, and conferences
Willingness to help recruit, hire, develop, and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce
Willingness and ability to effectively supervise and mentor early career staff in connection with litigation and advocacy projects, and to help foster an inclusive and nurturing work environment
Contributes towards an equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages partnership, active listening, and integrating diverse perspectives
Supports Earthjustice's core values of partnership, inclusion, justice and excellence
Preferred
Knowledge of, and experience in, environmental and administrative law is preferred
Experience with advocacy campaigns directed at boards, agencies or commissions is a plus
Benefits
Excellent benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Company
Earthjustice
Earthjustice is a non-profit public interest law organization based in the United States dedicated to environmental issues.
501-1000 employees
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