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Appalachian Mountain Club · 2 days ago

New England Policy Manager

Massachusetts, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$60K/yr - $81K/yr

5+ years exp

The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) is seeking a talented and enthusiastic conservation advocate and public policy professional to lead their coalition-based work to advance conservation and recreation priorities in Southern New England. The role involves leading policy initiatives, building relationships with government officials, and coordinating advocacy efforts to support AMC's conservation mission.

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Responsibilities

Lead AMC's conservation and recreation policy work in Massachusetts and Connecticut, including identifying and implementing public policy and advocacy campaigns and initiatives at the local and state level

Building relationships with state and local government officials, especially in areas supporting AMC operations and trails priorities

Build and convene coalition partnerships with conservation and outdoor recreation organizations and coordinate coalition advocacy efforts

Monitor, analyze, and advance legislation in the Massachusetts and Connecticut Legislatures affecting conservation, outdoor recreation, and AMC operations and build relationships with key legislators, staff, and committees

Represent AMC at regional conferences, press events, and meetings in southern New England and other parts of the region, as needed

Track state regulatory proceedings and comment periods, engaging as needed

Build relationships with the congressional delegation and support federal policy priorities, including implementation of the Land and Water Conservation Fund

Lead public engagement efforts through policy communications, ideating and participating in events, and outreach with AMC chapters including in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island

Support internal coordination across the Conservation team (Trails, Research, Lands, and Policy) and with Operations, Growth, and Development teams

Qualification

Conservation advocacyPublic policyCommunity engagementLegislative analysisCoalition buildingVolunteer engagementWritten communicationVerbal communicationTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree (or higher) plus a minimum of 5 years of experience in fields related to: conservation advocacy, land and water protection, understanding of outdoor recreation industry and conservation funding mechanisms, environmental policy, issue-based campaign work, or related experience

Leadership experience working in a coalition setting, network, or partnership of diverse interests towards a common set of goals

Strong written and verbal communications skills and an ability to effectively reach different audiences with different communications tools

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Proven experience in working effectively to support and engage volunteers and other constituents often of a varied background and experience level

Must have a valid driver's license and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends, as well as a willingness to travel throughout New England as needed

Physical abilities required: Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and operate standard office equipment

Preferred

Bachelor's degree (or higher) plus a minimum of 5 years of experience preferred in fields related to: conservation advocacy, land and water protection, understanding of outdoor recreation industry and conservation funding mechanisms, environmental policy, issue-based campaign work, or related experience

Ability to occasionally travel safely in the backcountry in all weather conditions carrying a backpack of up to 20 pounds