Assistant to the Director, Climate Law Institute

At the Center for Biological Diversity, we believe that the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature - to the existence in our world of a vast diversity of wild animals and plants. 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, and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters, and climate that species need to survive. 

Position Overview:

The Assistant to the Director of the Climate Law Institute (Climate Associate) is responsible for providing administrative and program support to the Director, as well as drafting a wide range of climate related communications and interacting with the media, local, state, and federal agencies, other environmental organizations and the public.  Some travel is required.  This position requires a high degree of professionalism, self-motivation and drive, and ability to work seamlessly with the Director.

Responsibilities:

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director with all aspects of Climate Law Institute administration, including:
  • Arranging meetings of staff, external colleagues, and Institute Advisory board
  • Handling internal and external communications and coordination regarding Institute business.
  • Assisting the Director with personnel management and coordination
  • Handling personnel-related matters including communications with job and internship applicants; assisting with interviews; conducting orientations; handling passwords, subscriptions, and equipment needs; and otherwise coordinating and handling administrative needs
  • Responding to correspondence for the Director
  • Handling and assisting with travel and conference arrangements
  • Assisting the Director with fundraising communications

• Assist the Director with all aspects of program work and litigation, including:
  • Assisting with the preparation of administrative and legal documents, as well as publications and other communications, including drafting, research, proofreading/copy editing and other tasks
  • Providing paralegal support to the Director and other senior staff, including cite checking, completing TOC/TOA, proofreading, formatting, filing documents, maintening electronic passwords, corresponding with clerks' offices, etc.
  • Maintaining literature database of scientific and other articles

Communications Responsibilities: 

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  • Drafting and distributing communications relating to Institute campaigns, including but not limited to press releases, Web pages, newsletter articles, opinion pieces, and action alerts
  • Increasing cutting edge internet communications including through social networking sites, commenting on news articles and blogs, utilizing google news comments, soliciting space on and contributing to popular online venues, etc.
  • Coordinating events (press conferences, rallies, protests, hearings, etc.) and event preparation, including working with our own staff, external colleagues, volunteers, and the public.
  • Maintaining the media database.
  • Assisting with sign-on letters, petitions, and other group communications.
  • Conducting editorial campaigns and other outreach to journalists.

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience. The Center offers an excellent benefits package, including employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance and a 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match.

To Apply:

To apply, please send a résumé and thoughtful cover letter addressing your interest in becoming the Center's Climate Associatet. Target start date is as soon as possible.