Climate Change Policy Analyst

Our distinctive approach to environmental protection emphasizes a focus on scientific and economic disciplines and on the use of market mechanisms where applicable to reach well-crafted, durable solutions. The organization builds teams of scientists, lawyers, and economists to investigate the scientific causes of environmental problems as well as the market forces and government policies that encourage and subsidize patterns of environmental damage. In the full range of environmental arenas (air, water, climate, soil, toxins, and wildlife), Environmental Defense seeks practical solutions, founded on science, that policy makers and industry can be urged to incorporate into practice, law, or regulation.

Overall Function: Environmental Defense is seeking a Policy Analyst to work closely with staff throughout the organization to support AB 32 implementation and other climate policy initiatives in California. The Policy Analyst, based in Sacramento, CA, will be responsible for developing and advancing Environmental Defense's positions related to AB 32, advancing other climate change-related policy positions, and building relationships with key policy makers and stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities: 

* Design and advance policy solutions to support AB 32 implementation and other climate policy positions, in conjunction with the California Legislative Director and the campaign's other experts.
* Research and prepare reports on a variety of issues related to climate change. 
* Develop and implement strategies to broaden and enhance Environmental Defense's relationships with various stakeholders in the environmental field, including key administrative, legislative and agency staff as well as the environmental justice community.
* Represent Environmental Defense in regulatory and legislative proceedings related to AB 32 implementation and other climate policy issues.
* Assist in the preparation of communications materials for media, policy-makers, potential donors and various stakeholders to build support and understanding for our positions.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be able to work as a core part of the Environmental Defense climate team in Sacramento to help achieve Environmental Defense's goals for successful implementation of AB 32.

Other qualifications include, but are not limited to:

* Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Economics, Government, or other relevant discipline; advanced degree preferred.
* Demonstrated experience working in the environmental arena and/or on legislative affairs.
* Ability to analyze and interpret information and present conclusions in a concise, coherent manner. 
* Strong written and verbal skills with the expertise to communicate complex regulatory issues to lay audiences. 
* Demonstrated ability mobilizing scientific, legal, economic and other experts to explain public policy initiatives.
* Demonstrated ability of managing multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and prioritizing where necessary are essential functions of the job.
* Ability to work with limited supervision and guidance.
* Knowledge of and experience with global warming issues is preferred.
* Ability to communicate in Spanish both verbally and in writing is preferred.
* Ability to adhere to organization standards, including attendance and punctuality, are essential functions of the job. 

Salary: Commensurate with experience. 

Please submit a cover letter and resume along with your salary requirement to: 

Cheryl L. Pickard
HR Generalist
Environmental Defense
1875 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009 

Environmental Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities and the physically challenged are encouraged to apply.