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Organization: Defenders of Wildlife

Position Title: Endangered Species Science and Policy Analyst

Location: 1130 17th Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20036, US

Hours and Compensation: Full time

Application Deadline: Not listed

Organization Overview

Defenders of Wildlife is a national, non-profit membership organization dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities.

At Defenders of Wildlife, we focus our programs on what scientists consider two of the most serious environmental threats to the planet: the accelerating rate of extinction of species and the associated loss of biological diversity, and habitat alteration and destruction. We work to protect and restore America’s native wildlife, safeguard habitat, resolve conflicts, work across international borders and educate and mobilize the public. We stand out in our commitment to saving imperiled wildlife and championing the Endangered Species Act, the landmark law that protects them.

We seek talented individuals dedicated to the conservation of our nation’s wildlife and natural resources, and we offer our staff competitive salary and exceptional benefits.

Description

The endangered species science and policy analyst will work in the Washington, D.C. headquarters, helping the Endangered Species Policy Program implement its policy and field-based conservation initiatives.  The program focuses on making implementation of the U.S. Endangered Species Act (ESA) more effective and efficient at preventing extinctions and accelerating the recovery of listed species.  This work covers nearly every aspect of the ESA, including recovery planning, listings, permitting, candidate species conservation, and state-federal partnerships and relationships.  We seek an energetic, self-starter driven by opportunities to help apply science and policy to the design and implementation of creative but practical solutions to conserve endangered species within North America.  Experience overseeing, contributing to, or implementing key components of endangered species programs in a state or federal wildlife agency, federal departments, other offices within the Executive Branch, or Congress is especially useful.

Responsibilities

• Help bring policy and science together to create and implement a multi-year work plan to accelerate the recovery of over 200 ESA-listed species that have been identified as part of Defenders’ strategic planning goal for the Endangered Species Act.  This work will include: collaborating with federal and state wildlife agencies, federal departments, other Executive Branch offices including the Office of Management and Budget and the Council on Environmental Quality, key Congressional staff members, and other environmental organizations to pursue conservation initiatives and agreements for targeted species; helping to secure federal and state funding to implement recovery actions; evaluating the biological status of species and the policy implications of wildlife agency proposals and actions; and tracking species status to ensure progress toward recovery.  Work will also include analyzing and preparing white papers on proactive and innovative ideas for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the ESA.
• Help implement campaigns to improve ESA implementation nationally.  Campaigns include designing science-based systems to identify listed species for accelerated recovery assistance, improving recovery planning, creating incentives for state wildlife agencies and private landowners to help recover species, and increasing the transparency and accountability of ESA incidental take permitting and consultations.  This work will involve the use of technological advances in information management and communication to help decision-makers better understand how conservation actions impact species.
• Track and analyze state and federal funding and spending patterns for ESA implementation.  Use results to advance Defenders’ legislative and administrative advocacy goals.
• Provide scientific and policy research and analysis to support Defenders’ field conservation projects.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Advanced degree or equivalent in conservation biology, environmental science, or environmental policy.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in wildlife conservation or environmental policy.  Strong preference will be given to candidates who have worked on science and policy matters involving endangered species conservation at a state wildlife or federal natural resource agency or department.  Applicants should highlight any experience in applying scientific or policy analysis to the drafting and/or implementation of wildlife policies or regulations.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Other:
• Excellent research and writing skills.  Proven ability to quickly and accurately analyze environmental policies and communicate your assessments clearly and concisely for non-technical audiences.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.  Self-starter with a flexible nature who knows when to seek direction.
• High aptitude for solving complex environmental problems and creative thinking.  Strong attention to detail.  Demonstrated ability to follow through on tasks and meet deadlines.
• Substantial knowledge of the Endangered Species Act and related regulations and policies.  Familiarity with other federal and state natural resource and administrative procedure laws, as well as with the environmental policy development process within the Executive Branch of the federal government.
• Familiarity with the principles of conservation biology.
• High level of computer literacy.  Strong interest in using emerging software and other technology to improve implementation of endangered species conservation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer and communicate with others while doing so.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• General office working conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

COMMENTS:

• This position requires occasional travel.

How to Apply

Interested applicants please reference Endangered Species Science and Policy Analyst in your subject line and submit a letter of interest, along with your resume, salary history, and self-edited writing sample (up to 15 pages) to us via e-mail at: [email protected]

It is the policy of Defenders of Wildlife to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law, in all personnel actions.

Organization: The Wilderness Society

Position Title: National Monuments Campaign Representative

Location: 1615 M Street, NW, Suite 100, Washington, DC, 20036, US

Hours and Compensation: full time

Application Deadline: December 13, 2013

Organization Overview

The Wilderness Society is the leading American conservation organization working to protect our nation’s shared wildlands. Since 1935, The Wilderness Society has led the effort to permanently protect nearly 110 million acres of wilderness in 44 states. We have been at the forefront of nearly every major public lands victory.

The Wilderness Society’s mission is to protect wilderness and inspire Americans to care for our wild places. We contribute to better protection, stewardship and restoration of our public lands, preserving our rich natural legacy for current and future generations.

Description

The Wilderness Society (TWS), a national non-profit organization whose mission is to protect wilderness and inspire Americans to care for our wild places, is seeking an experienced full-time National Monuments Campaign Representative to join its Conservation team in Washington, DC.

Reporting to the National Monuments Campaign Manager, the National Monuments Campaign Representative serves in a highly collaborative role as part of the core Wildlands Designations campaign staff working in close coordination with the Government Relations team.  Primary responsibilities include engaging with a cross functional team of campaign, Government Relations, Communications and regional staff to promote and defend National Monuments.  The Representative focuses on defending the Antiquities Act from attempts to weaken it in Congress and building relationships and working closely with members of Congress who will champion it.  Additionally, in coordination with the Government Relations team, this position provides support to our place-based National Monument campaigns by educating targeted members of Congress, Administration officials and their respective staff.  The National Monuments Campaign Representative supports the organization’s efforts to increase our presence on Capitol Hill, increase awareness of our National Monuments designations work and gain support from targeted members.  Lastly, the position will assist with strategic fly-ins and events in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

• In coordination with the National Monuments Campaign Manager, serves as a core member to the TWS National Monuments Team and plays a lead role in helping to develop and implement strategies for defending the Antiquities Act.
• Builds and nurtures relationships with Members of Congress and their staff identified as critical in defense of the Antiquities Act and promotion of our nation’s national monuments.
• Represents TWS in visits to offices on Capitol Hill and with the Administration, cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.
• Works with regional staff and partner organizations to generate positive press around national monuments in targeted congressional districts.
• Builds a trusting working relationship with TWS regional staff to provide support in Washington, DC, for targeted priority designation campaigns and policy initiatives.
• Serves as liaison with key administration officials to educate and gain support for our designations policy priorities.
• Develops educational and outreach materials such as draft policies, sign on letters, fact sheets, talking points and other documents in support of TWS designations policy priorities.
• Collaborates with Communications staff to deliver strategic content in a timely manner.
• Supports TWS regional staff, local supporters and partners with lobbying and working with Congress and the Administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience, Competencies, and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, communications, environmental or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience related to organizing, advocacy campaigns or related work. Direct experience working with Congress is highly desired.
• Demonstrated experience as a highly functioning team member.
• Knowledge of the congressional legislative process and key federal land management agencies and policies.
• Demonstrated ability to be pragmatic and solution oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to function at a high level under pressure and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Passion for wild places and enjoy working with a variety of people
• General knowledge of the federal government, especially the key programs of the federal land management agencies, the operations of the congressional legislative process, and familiarity with the development and execution of issue campaigns.
• Some travel will be required.  Working hours must be flexible enough to adapt to congressional and other schedules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Desired Characteristics

• Motivated, self-starter with the ability to take initiative, develop ideas and see them through implementation.
• Passion for The Wilderness Society’s mission and a commitment to a broad conservation agenda.
• Campaign oriented, nimble, innovative, adaptive and transparent.
• Highly collaborative team player.

How to Apply

For consideration, please submit cover letter and resume (as one attachment) to:https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=7399061

The Wilderness Society offers a very competitive salary and benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; sick and vacation leave; and a pension plan. TWS is an equal opportunity employer and actively works to ensure fair and equal treatment of its employees and constituents regardless of culture, socioeconomic status, race, marital or family situation, gender, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs, physical ability, veteran status or sexual orientation.

Organization: American Forests

Position Title: Director of Urban Forest Initiatives

Location: 1220 L Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC, 20005, US

Hours and Compensation: full time $45,000-$53,000

Application Deadline: start date as soon as possible

Organization Overview

American Forests protects and restores forests, helping to preserve the health of our planet for the benefit of its inhabitants.

Description

The director of the urban forest initiatives is responsible for the following: 1) managing all urban forest-related activities, including promotion of the value of urban forests on the national level; 2) the Community ReLeaf Program; 3) directing all activities associated with federal, corporate and foundation grants associated with urban forest initiatives; 4) acting as the in-house expert on urban forestry issues; 5) collaborating with other departments on activities related to urban forests; 6) initiating, building and maintaining relationships with public and private partner organizations; (7) assist in raising funds to support the program.

Responsibilities

A.  Direct the urban forests program.

1. Create, maintain and grow American Forests’ urban forests program.
2. Serve as the lead on all urban forest-related grants and grant activities, ensuring all deadlines are met and all grant requirements are fulfilled.
3. Direct all urban forests projects and activities.
4. Build partnerships and relationships with urban forest organizations and leaders across the country, identifying key areas and strategies for promoting American Forests’ vision of urban forestry across the nation.
5. Work directly with the American Forests’ Science Advisory Board to enhance the urban forests program.
6. Develop and maintain knowledge of current urban forest policy and management and act as staff expert on these subject areas.
7. Manage grants, contracts, and budgets related to the urban forests program activities.
8. Promote American Forests’ urban forests initiatives and outcomes at local and national meetings.

B.  Direct the Community ReLeaf Program.

1. Develop and implement a nationwide process for project selection and grant making.
2. Work with local stakeholders in each city to create urban forest ecosystem assessment projects, and develop communications and advocacy plans.
3. Manage contracts and administer grants and related reporting processes, including coordinating with other departments.
4. Plan, execute and manage community volunteer tree planting events in cities around the nation.
5. Promote Community ReLeaf activities and outcomes at local and national meetings, including making presentations as appropriate.
6. Work with the communications department to develop project materials, such as press releases, talking points, blogs, videos, and website materials.
7. Ensure that all donor and reporting requirements are met and provide donor stewardship with the goal of maintaining their support.

C.  Planning and implementation of activities associated with federal grants associated with the urban forests program.

1. Take the lead role in administering federal grants for all urban forest initiatives.
2. Ensure execution and timely delivery of all federal grant activities regarding the urban forests program.
3. Manage budgets and reporting, with a particular focus on federal grants administration.
4. Comply with federal grant management rules and regulations.

D.  Collaborate with other departments.

1. Provide review and technical assistance on Forest Restoration projects in urban areas.
2. In coordination with the Communications Department, oversee the content development of the urban forests program website and draft popular communication materials related to urban forests.
3. Collaborate with Public Policy staff to advance urban forests policy.
4. Collaborate with the Individual Giving and Corporate Partnerships Departments in developing strategies, including taking a lead on drafting federal and foundation grant proposals for the urban forest program.
5. Collaborate with Finance, including keeping the CFO updated on the upcoming plan of work for the program for the next quarter and year. Ensure that the narrative reports and financial reports work together to accurately express the results of the program to funders.

E.   Develop and maintain relationships with public and private partner organizations.

1. Develop and maintain relationships with federal and state agencies, non-profit conservation organizations, and corporations involved in urban forest activities.
2. Play a leadership role in urban forest coalitions and partners, such as the Sustainable Urban Forests Coalition.
3. Develop relationships with potential funders and seek additional funding.

Qualifications

REQUISITE EDUCATION OR CERTIFICATIONS: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, natural resources, forest science, public policy or urban planning, with preferences for an advanced degree in urban forestry or related field. Arborist certification is a plus, or willing to become certified.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of four years’ experience in project or program activity related to environmental or natural resource issues, experience focused on urban forests and related issues is preferred.  Strong program management, federal and foundation grants management, verbal/written communications and computer skills are required.  Public speaking skills are a plus. Skills and experience in managing and interpreting natural resource data are required. Familiarity with spatial analysis or urban forest management, as well as experience with project management, is preferred. Grant writing experience is preferred.

How to Apply

Please send cover letter and resume to [email protected]