Environment America is a national environmental organization dedicated to protecting wildlife and natural habitats. We are hiring a Conservation and Wildlife Advocate to work in Washington, DC to help advance policy and build partnerships to protect America's wildlife populations.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvocacy : Meet with members of Congress and federal government officials to advocate for strong environmental policies. Develop collaborative relationships with legislators and congressional staff on both sides of the aisle and federal agencies to advance our policy goals.Coalition building : Serve as the Environment America voice in conservation coalitions. Recruit new partners who can help us win campaigns, including unlikely allies who might agree with us on one issue, even if we disagree on others.Fundraising : Fund our campaigns and grow our impact by raising money from foundations and individual donors.Media and communications : Write reports, fact sheets, news releases, blogs, op-eds, and other forms of communication to get our message in the media and heard by decision-makers and the public. Represent Environment America with reporters.Campaign strategy : Develop campaign plans and tactics. Work creatively with our state and national leadership.Staff recruitment and management : Build our team by recruiting and managing interns and participating in staff recruitment efforts. Potential to oversee staff.QualificationsExcellent writing and public speaking skills.At least two years of professional full-time experience in organizing, advocacy, campaigning or legislative work.Solid team player with passion and grit to get the work done.Up for a challenge: ability to work hard in a gridlocked Washington, DC, building long-term progress.Ready to build a movement: willing to engage Democrats, Republicans, farmers, business owners and others.Organized and strategic: plan for long-term success and balance multiple goals.Compensation and BenefitsThe starting annual compensation range for this position is $39,750-55,000 for a candidate with 2-8 years of experience. Candidates with higher relevant experience may be on the higher end of this range.Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, paid time off, a commuter benefit program, a 401(k) plan with employer match, parental leave, long-term disability insurance, student loan assistance, and an excellent training program with opportunities for advancement.LocationWashington, DCEnvironment America is an equal opportunity employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr
