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Southern Environmental Law Center · 3 hours ago

Federal Legislative Director

DC-Baltimore Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$127K/yr - $148K/yr

8+ years exp

The Southern Environmental Law Center is seeking a Federal Legislative Director on the Federal Affairs team in Washington, DC. The role involves developing and executing advocacy campaigns, maintaining relationships in Congress, and providing political context for decision-making on environmental issues.

Environmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringNon Profit

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Maintain a large issue portfolio including several inter-related issue areas

Conceive, develop, and execute advocacy campaigns with minimal oversight

Cultivate and maintain new and existing relationships in Congress and administrative agencies

Seek out opportunities and represent SELC interests in various public settings, including briefings, guest lectures, or similar venues

Provide critical political context for decision-making in various issues relating to their portfolio

Drive internal and external messaging around area(s) of expertise, in coordination with internal communications staff

Interface with executive agencies when appropriate for advancing SELC’s policy goals

Assist in the development of materials for communications and development purposes

Provide a two-way information stream between DC and staff in other SELC offices

Build strong working relationships with SELC staff and mentor Federal Affairs team members

Participate in environmental community meetings, with the ability to take a leadership role in these settings when appropriate

Qualification

Legislative experienceBipartisan legislative networkLegislative processEnvironmental advocacyPublic speakingCommitment to equityRelationship buildingMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of 8 years' work experience in a legislative or political role to include time working on or around Capitol Hill

Deep integration in the DC environmental and conservation community

In-depth knowledge and understanding of the legislative process, including appropriations and reconciliation

Extensive bipartisan legislative network

Commitment to protecting communities and landscapes

Preferred

Advanced degree preferred but not required

Connection to the people and places of the South

Familiarity working with 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations

A genuine interest in and commitment to helping SELC create and foster an equitable and inclusive workplace that welcomes people from across the rich racial and cultural diversity of our region

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

SELC is a PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) eligible employer

Relocation reimbursement for those relocating for an SELC position, up to a specific dollar amount and contingent on the move being at least 50 miles from the current primary address