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Company: Center for Biological Diversity Location: Remote (Montana or Idaho preferred), US Employment Type: Full Time Date Posted: 04/14/2025 Expire Date: 06/14/2025 Salary: 75-100 Job Categories: Legal |
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Staff or Senior Attorney - Northern Rockies Job Title: Staff Attorney or Senior Attorney Program: Northern Rockies Employment Type: [X] Salary [ ] Hourly (exempt – this position is not eligible for over-time) [ ] Part-time [X] Full-time [ ] Temporary [X] Regular Reports to: Northern Rockies Director Direct Reports to this position: N/A Salary Range: Staff Attorney: $72,500 - $89,500; Senior Attorney: $89,500 - $131,500 Location: This is a remote position with a strong preference for an individual in Montana or Idaho. Other locations considered on a case-by-case basis. Is this position in the Bargaining Unit? [X] Yes [ ] No *Because this position is in the Bargaining Unit, some fees may be required depending on where the candidate lives as a condition of employment. Application process: Please apply online (https://biologicaldiversity.bamboohr.com/careers/118?source=aWQ9MzM%3D) by submitting a cover letter, resume, writing sample, transcript, and reference list as one PDF. The position will remain open until filled. No telephone calls, please. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. ABOUT THE CENTER The Center for Biological Diversity, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, believes the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature — to the existence of a vast diversity of wild animals, plants and people. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law, activism and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that humans, other species and all communities need to survive and thrive. We want those who come after us to inherit a world where the wild is still alive. POSITION SUMMARY The Staff or Senior Attorney will work as part of a team in the Northern Rockies program using law, science, media outreach and advocacy to protect the environment. The Northern Rockies program focuses on federal litigation in Montana and Idaho to protect and recover imperiled species and ecosystems. The program both defends species and their habitat from ill-advised federal land agency management decisions and seizes proactive opportunities to improve species and habitat protections. The staff or senior attorney will predominately work on administrative and policy advocacy before federal agencies, federal litigation, and will include grassroots and media outreach to protect species and their habitat from impacts of resource extraction, development, and other incompatible uses. Familiarity with Northern Rockies place-based issues and dynamics is beneficial, although not required. Attorneys at the Center bring cutting edge cases that are designed to have a conservation impact that addresses key threats to biodiversity. The main duties of this role include impact litigation, administrative advocacy, and advancing environmental campaigns. The ideal candidate will have initiative, excellent research, writing, and public speaking skills and an ability to think strategically and creatively. Staff and Senior attorneys are motivated and use their experience in law and activism to develop cases and win campaigns. The working environment is dynamic, exciting and supportive. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Identify, develop, and litigate cases and administrative actions to further the program’s campaign goals; Draft legal and/or scientific comments on environmental review documents and proposed rules; Advocate for conservation policies, including through oral testimony, policy analysis, petitions for rulemaking, and effective communications; Engage in media advocacy by writing press releases, crafting op-eds, developing relationships with media contacts, and delivering effective, timely statements to reporters; Raise awareness among the public and opinion leaders through campaign activities such as public speaking, action alerts, reports, and meetings; Build and maintain relationships with partner organizations, coalitions, government officials, and scientists; Work well independently and collaboratively; Produce consistently high-quality work, including typically delivering weekly legal work such as a brief, memo, petition, technical comment letter, or oral argument as needed; May include supervision of law clerks and legal fellows; Perform other job-related duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Graduate from accredited law school; Admitted to the Montana or Idaho state bar or willing to become admitted; Minimum two years of civil litigation experience for Staff Attorney and eight years for Senior Attorney, environmental law preferred; Excellent writing, communication, research, and oral advocacy skills; Strong work ethic, time management, and organizational skills; Proactive approach to identify opportunities, solve problems, and take initiative to drive projects forward; Ability to develop cases and manage a full docket; Familiarity with environmental laws; A high degree of scientific literacy; A demonstrated commitment to environmental protection; Ability to work independently and as a part of an effective team; Competence in and commitment to principles of justice, equity and inclusion; Track record of effective coalition work preferred; Ability to work 40+ hours per week. WORKING CONDITIONS Semi-frequent travel required for hearings and meetings, rarely on short notice. Requires work in an office setting, with a typical schedule of Monday-Friday with some night and weekend work required at times due to deadlines. Will need to use typical office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, etc. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation. This is not a complete description of all workplace conditions, and conditions are subject to change per the Organization’s discretion. Cognitive Ability to process and analyze information: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently Exchange accurate information: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently Communicate and express oneself with others: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently Interaction with other colleagues: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently Interaction with the public/co-collaborators: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently Physical Reading (ingest data): [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently Working on a computer: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently Typing: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently Writing by hand: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Sitting: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently Walking: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Standing: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Lift/Carry 0-25 lbs: [X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Lift/Carry 25-75 lbs: [X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Climbing up or down stairs: [X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Bending: [X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Squatting: [X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Reaching overhead: [X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Repetitive motions: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently Ability to drive: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Location Conditions In person required (versus remote work): [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Travel required: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Night or weekend work: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently Work in outdoor conditions: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently BENEFITS (Subject to change—see Handbook for more details) For regular staff working 30+ hours a week Fully paid medical premiums for staff, and greatly discounted for families. Fully paid dental and vision premiums for staff and their families. Generous employer contribution to HSA and HRA’s. Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) provided for reimbursement of eligible wellness expenses. Center paid premiums for Short Term and Long Term Disability provided for all staff. Center paid premiums for Basic Life Insurance for all staff. Discounted premiums for pet discount program. For all regular staff 403(b) plan with employer match and increasing employer paid contributions. Generous time off policies, including 13 paid holidays per year and 5 “personal” days awarded each year. Vacation accrual starts at a rate of 15 days annually, but it may be higher commensurate with experience, and paid sick days accrue at a rate of 10 days per year. Center Paid Time Off for parental leave, personal leave, caretaker leave and even pet caretaker leave. After 5 years of service, all employees receive a 12-week paid sabbatical. Relaxed work atmosphere and dress code. JEDAI STATEMENT The Center for Biological Diversity deeply values, and is committed to sustaining and promoting, both biological and cultural diversity. We welcome, embrace and respect diversity of people, identities and cultures. We are committed to fostering an organizational culture of diversity and inclusion. The Center believes staff and board diversity is critical to saving life on Earth. We are an equal opportunity employer. The Center complies with all federal and local laws regarding work authorization for new hires. We welcome and encourage anyone interested to apply to any of our open positions. Everyone, regardless of current work authorization, will be considered. Exempt Classification: Exempt Applicable Exemption: Professional Reasoning behind this classification: Attorneys are classified as “learned professionals” as their work is primarily intellectual and requires a high level of specialized knowledge gained through extensive education. Application process: Please apply online (https://biologicaldiversity.bamboohr.com/careers/118?source=aWQ9MzM%3D) by submitting a cover letter, resume, writing sample, transcript, and reference list as one PDF. The position will remain open until filled. No telephone calls, please. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Contact Information
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Company Description: The Center for Biological Diversity, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, believes the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature — to the existence of a vast diversity of wild animals, plants and people. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law, activism and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that humans, other species and all communities need to survive and thrive. We want those who come after us to inherit a world where the wild is still alive. | |||||
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