Environmental Defense Fund is hiring a
Put your passion and skills to work for the planet. Climate change is the most urgent issue of our time, and we need people like you to help us build a vital Earth — for everyone.
We’re Environmental Defense Fund, a fast-paced nonprofit with a growing staff of more than 850 people in nearly 30 countries. We deliver game-changing solutions that cut climate pollution and strengthen people’s ability to thrive despite the effects climate change is already having. We work wherever we can have the most impact, from local communities to top companies to governments worldwide, and even in space.
Our culture, values and commitment to diversity make EDF an exciting and meaningful place to work. Every job here makes a difference. Won’t you join us?
EDF’s Beyond Gas and Equitable Regulatory Solutions team leverages high-impact public utility commission opportunities and decisions by regional grid operators to accelerate the transition away from natural gas use for power generation and heating. Building on our existing relationships and expertise, we are driving an innovative advocacy approach that addresses the systemic inequities faced by communities that are hurt first and worst by fossil infrastructure and the climate impacts of the energy system. Our advocacy will rapidly reduce reliance on fossil gas, block unnecessary system buildout, and accelerate progress on climate and equity goals in Illinois and across the country.
Overall Function
The Senior Attorney will develop and implement strategies on complex legal and policy matters to reduce climate and health harming emissions and to address systemic inequities of energy systems. Working within our team of attorneys, scientists, economists, and policy specialists, the Senior Attorney will practice before state and regional energy and utility regulators, in partnership with community-based organizations and representatives, to eliminate emissions from existing energy systems and re-align the energy system to meet climate and equity goals. The Senior Attorney will develop and manage strategic relationships with community groups, other NGO stakeholders, regulators, and other external allies. The Senior Counsel will also draft fundraising materials and donor reports and engage with the media to build support for an equitable energy transition from fossil gas. The Senior Attorney will work in a high-intensity, fast-paced, multi-disciplinary setting. The Senior Attorney will report to the Senior Director and Lead Counsel, Equitable Regulatory Solutions.
Location- Remote-US
Responsibilities
Qualifications
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We offer a strong total rewards package encompassing competitive salary, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities consistent with a modern global organization. We take into account factors such as candidate experience, skills, training, internal team equity and local norms.
The pay range for this role is shown below.
Please note that pay ranges are country specific. As a result, the stated currency is not meant be converted into any other currency.
USD $115,000.00/Yr.
USD $126,000.00/Yr.
Environmental Defense Fund is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.