Natural Resouces Defense Council
New York, NY, United States
Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is the nation's most effective environmental action group, combining the power of more than two million members and online activists with the expertise of nearly 500 scientists, lawyers, policy advocates, and other professionals across the globe ensure the rights of all people to the air, the water, and the wild. NRDC was founded in 1970 and our staff helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act, and many of the implementing regulations; our water enforcement cases played a major role shaping current water policy throughout the country. Today, our staff – a force for nature - work out of offices in New York, Washington DC, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Bozeman, Montana and Beijing.
NRDC’s Environmental Entrepreneurs (E2) affiliate is the business voice for the environment. E2 is a national, nonpartisan group of business owners, investors and others who advocate for policies that are good for the environment and good for the economy. E2’s 850+ members, organized in nine chapters stretching from New England to San Diego, have founded or funded more than 2,500 companies; created more than 500,000 jobs and control more than $100 billion in private equity and venture capital. E2 is a part of NRDC’s Center for Policy Advocacy department.
Position Summary :
NRDC is seeking an E2 Eastern States Advocate, based in New York, to lead and coordinate E2’s advocacy and chapter organizing work in New York, Pennsylvania, New England and surrounding states, including the recruitment, engagement and deployment of business leaders and other messengers to advance E2’s and NRDC’s advocacy work at the state, regional and federal levels.
Job duties include identifying, organizing, engaging and amplifying business leaders to support our advocacy for climate, clean energy, clean water, smart transportation and other policies at the intersection of the environment and the economy. This includes building relationships with business leaders and lawmakers, recruiting new E2 members, organizing E2 chapter events, helping developing communication pieces and coordinating with E2 and NRDC staff other in-state partners. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with experience working with businesses or the private sector, or has experience building and managing volunteer-led organizations.
Responsibilities:
The E2 Eastern States Advocate should be a dynamic professional who will:
Be point person on developing and executing strategy to build E2’s New York and New England chapters, and helping support E2’s Mid-Atlantic chapters.
Manage advocacy consultants in the region.
Identify and recruit business leaders for advocacy purposes in key states in the region, with emphasis given to overseeing expansion in Pennsylvania.
Engage business leaders on an ongoing basis, through personal outreach and by organizing region-specific programs and events, such as business roundtables, networking receptions, expert forums/workshops and meetings with officials.
Identify opportunities to deploy business leaders for direct advocacy and media outreach in support of relevant federal and state-level clean energy/climate policies.
Coordinate with allies, including other business /trade association groups.
The E2 Eastern States Advocate will report to E2's Director of Member and State Engagement.
Expect frequent travel and occasional late nights and weekend work.
Qualifications:
This is not an entry level position. At least 5 years of relevant professional work experience is required. Please do not apply if you do not meet this requirement.
Experience recruiting and engaging business people for advocacy purposes, with appreciation for community-building elements of the endeavor.
Existing relationships with business, clean energy or related organizations in New York, New England and surrounding areas
Demonstrated ability to build networks and work in partnership with the private sector, NGOs and volunteer organizations.
Knowledge of clean energy and/or climate policy issues, and preferably, issue-based advocacy experience.
Respect for the value of the business perspective, and ability to reconcile business and environmental perspectives in a productive fashion.
Self-starter, comfortable coordinating with multiple players inside and outside E2/NRDC.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to build personal relationships easily.
Strong communication skills.
Highly organized, with strong attention to follow-up.
Must reside in New York or be willing to relocate to New York
NRDC is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience.
To apply, please visit www.nrdc.org/jobs and upload your resume and cover letter through our online portal. Please no phone calls, emails, faxes or in-person resume drop-offs. Please reference where you saw this posting. NRDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you are having technical difficulty while applying, please reach out to iCIMS Customer Care at 1-866-803-9663 .
For further information about NRDC, please visit www.nrdc.org
Full Time
Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is the nation's most effective environmental action group, combining the power of more than two million members and online activists with the expertise of nearly 500 scientists, lawyers, policy advocates, and other professionals across the globe ensure the rights of all people to the air, the water, and the wild. NRDC was founded in 1970 and our staff helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act, and many of the implementing regulations; our water enforcement cases played a major role shaping current water policy throughout the country. Today, our staff – a force for nature - work out of offices in New York, Washington DC, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Bozeman, Montana and Beijing.
NRDC’s Environmental Entrepreneurs (E2) affiliate is the business voice for the environment. E2 is a national, nonpartisan group of business owners, investors and others who advocate for policies that are good for the environment and good for the economy. E2’s 850+ members, organized in nine chapters stretching from New England to San Diego, have founded or funded more than 2,500 companies; created more than 500,000 jobs and control more than $100 billion in private equity and venture capital. E2 is a part of NRDC’s Center for Policy Advocacy department.
Position Summary :
NRDC is seeking an E2 Eastern States Advocate, based in New York, to lead and coordinate E2’s advocacy and chapter organizing work in New York, Pennsylvania, New England and surrounding states, including the recruitment, engagement and deployment of business leaders and other messengers to advance E2’s and NRDC’s advocacy work at the state, regional and federal levels.
Job duties include identifying, organizing, engaging and amplifying business leaders to support our advocacy for climate, clean energy, clean water, smart transportation and other policies at the intersection of the environment and the economy. This includes building relationships with business leaders and lawmakers, recruiting new E2 members, organizing E2 chapter events, helping developing communication pieces and coordinating with E2 and NRDC staff other in-state partners. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with experience working with businesses or the private sector, or has experience building and managing volunteer-led organizations.
Responsibilities:
The E2 Eastern States Advocate should be a dynamic professional who will:
Be point person on developing and executing strategy to build E2’s New York and New England chapters, and helping support E2’s Mid-Atlantic chapters.
Manage advocacy consultants in the region.
Identify and recruit business leaders for advocacy purposes in key states in the region, with emphasis given to overseeing expansion in Pennsylvania.
Engage business leaders on an ongoing basis, through personal outreach and by organizing region-specific programs and events, such as business roundtables, networking receptions, expert forums/workshops and meetings with officials.
Identify opportunities to deploy business leaders for direct advocacy and media outreach in support of relevant federal and state-level clean energy/climate policies.
Coordinate with allies, including other business /trade association groups.
The E2 Eastern States Advocate will report to E2's Director of Member and State Engagement.
Expect frequent travel and occasional late nights and weekend work.
Qualifications:
This is not an entry level position. At least 5 years of relevant professional work experience is required. Please do not apply if you do not meet this requirement.
Experience recruiting and engaging business people for advocacy purposes, with appreciation for community-building elements of the endeavor.
Existing relationships with business, clean energy or related organizations in New York, New England and surrounding areas
Demonstrated ability to build networks and work in partnership with the private sector, NGOs and volunteer organizations.
Knowledge of clean energy and/or climate policy issues, and preferably, issue-based advocacy experience.
Respect for the value of the business perspective, and ability to reconcile business and environmental perspectives in a productive fashion.
Self-starter, comfortable coordinating with multiple players inside and outside E2/NRDC.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to build personal relationships easily.
Strong communication skills.
Highly organized, with strong attention to follow-up.
Must reside in New York or be willing to relocate to New York
NRDC is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience.
To apply, please visit www.nrdc.org/jobs and upload your resume and cover letter through our online portal. Please no phone calls, emails, faxes or in-person resume drop-offs. Please reference where you saw this posting. NRDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you are having technical difficulty while applying, please reach out to iCIMS Customer Care at 1-866-803-9663 .
For further information about NRDC, please visit www.nrdc.org
JCDecaux is seeking a Print Production Assistant to assist in Printing Services. The primary function of the Printing Services department is to provide sales support and client services to increase revenue. The Production Assistant will provide support for project management, production estimates, invoice processing, revenue tracking and act as a back-up to the Director of Printing Services when needed – all of which serve as support to the Sales team and help manage client printing / outdoor media installation projects. Other general production tasks include following up on orders with vendors, communicating status with internal teams and managing sales requests in a timely manner.
Responsibilities:
Provide estimates to sales teams for multiple markets as needed.
Provide support for managing production of diverse OOH advertising formats across multiple markets.
Track new jobs as assigned from estimate to final invoice
Communicate project status with internal teams as needed (Sales, Operations, Sales Admin).
Maintain monthly production report
Follow up with vendors as needed for orders, requests and costs.
Maintain, organize and keep abreast of workflow in order to meet or stay ahead of all deadlines.
Gather a clear and organized understanding of JCDecaux Printing Services objectives for sales support and revenue expectations.
Maintain open and professional communication with members from Sales, Operations and other departments as needed, with occasional client contact.
Requirements
1-3 years minimum working experience
Experience working with MSOffice (emphasis on Excel)
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, and Filemaker Pro
Quick learner with problem-solving skills
Excellent organization skills
Must thrive in a fast-paced environment – not easily overwhelmed
Interest in print production and/or project management required
Interest in advertising is a plus
Understanding of sales support and client service
Previous job experience in a sales support environment as well as experience in a print production or project management role is recommended but not required.
Full Time
JCDecaux is seeking a Print Production Assistant to assist in Printing Services. The primary function of the Printing Services department is to provide sales support and client services to increase revenue. The Production Assistant will provide support for project management, production estimates, invoice processing, revenue tracking and act as a back-up to the Director of Printing Services when needed – all of which serve as support to the Sales team and help manage client printing / outdoor media installation projects. Other general production tasks include following up on orders with vendors, communicating status with internal teams and managing sales requests in a timely manner.
Responsibilities:
Provide estimates to sales teams for multiple markets as needed.
Provide support for managing production of diverse OOH advertising formats across multiple markets.
Track new jobs as assigned from estimate to final invoice
Communicate project status with internal teams as needed (Sales, Operations, Sales Admin).
Maintain monthly production report
Follow up with vendors as needed for orders, requests and costs.
Maintain, organize and keep abreast of workflow in order to meet or stay ahead of all deadlines.
Gather a clear and organized understanding of JCDecaux Printing Services objectives for sales support and revenue expectations.
Maintain open and professional communication with members from Sales, Operations and other departments as needed, with occasional client contact.
Requirements
1-3 years minimum working experience
Experience working with MSOffice (emphasis on Excel)
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, and Filemaker Pro
Quick learner with problem-solving skills
Excellent organization skills
Must thrive in a fast-paced environment – not easily overwhelmed
Interest in print production and/or project management required
Interest in advertising is a plus
Understanding of sales support and client service
Previous job experience in a sales support environment as well as experience in a print production or project management role is recommended but not required.
Daily responsibilities:
Manage the company’s lobby area; greets and directs all visitors, including vendors, clients, job candidates and executives.
Ensure completion of paperwork, sign-in and security procedures. Handles special administrative projects, as well as overflow work from department and executive assistants.
Place, receive and route a high volume of calls
Supply information to callers, relay messages and announce visitors.
Handle all incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and UPS shipments.
Order office supplies and review all orders for office supplies.
Be “answer-person” for JCD NA, i.e. thorough knowledge of US and global operations in order to route calls and inquiry from external and internal people efficiently.
Knowledge of how to use office equipment (i.e.: copiers, postage machine)
Inspect office, make sure kitchen is clean and stocked, paper is loaded printers, bathroom is in good order, all supplies are well-stocked
Manage conference room calendar
Act as liaison with regional offices
Building liaison which includes collaborating with janitorial staff in order to schedule cleaning services and pest control on a monthly basis
Ensure that first aid kit is well-stocked and in compliance with OSHA regulations
Update excel phone list on server
Recycling manager
Requirements:
College degree preferred
Professional demeanor and appearance
Excellent interpersonal skills
Teamwork
Open minded and tactful
Ability to handle confidential issues with discretion
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Punctual (hours are 8:30 am – 5:30 pm, one hour for lunch)
Quick-thinking
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Full Time
Daily responsibilities:
Manage the company’s lobby area; greets and directs all visitors, including vendors, clients, job candidates and executives.
Ensure completion of paperwork, sign-in and security procedures. Handles special administrative projects, as well as overflow work from department and executive assistants.
Place, receive and route a high volume of calls
Supply information to callers, relay messages and announce visitors.
Handle all incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and UPS shipments.
Order office supplies and review all orders for office supplies.
Be “answer-person” for JCD NA, i.e. thorough knowledge of US and global operations in order to route calls and inquiry from external and internal people efficiently.
Knowledge of how to use office equipment (i.e.: copiers, postage machine)
Inspect office, make sure kitchen is clean and stocked, paper is loaded printers, bathroom is in good order, all supplies are well-stocked
Manage conference room calendar
Act as liaison with regional offices
Building liaison which includes collaborating with janitorial staff in order to schedule cleaning services and pest control on a monthly basis
Ensure that first aid kit is well-stocked and in compliance with OSHA regulations
Update excel phone list on server
Recycling manager
Requirements:
College degree preferred
Professional demeanor and appearance
Excellent interpersonal skills
Teamwork
Open minded and tactful
Ability to handle confidential issues with discretion
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Punctual (hours are 8:30 am – 5:30 pm, one hour for lunch)
Quick-thinking
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
National Advocates for Pregnant Women
New York, NY, United States
NAPW seeks a Staff Attorney with substantial impact and complex litigation experience at the trial and appellate levels to assist in legal advocacy and litigation activities for the organization. The focus of the Staff Attorney position will be on advancing reproductive justice.
Working collaboratively with NAPW’s legal and programmatic team, external counsel, experts, and state-based advocates, the Staff Attorney will perform a variety of functions both independently and in a team environment, including providing legal analysis and advice, developing and litigating significant new and existing cases around the country, supporting local counsel, serving as appellate counsel, and using cases, where appropriate, as public education and organizing opportunities.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced attorney and subject matter expert in and/or have a demonstrated commitment to one or more of these areas: reproductive, economic, racial and social justice; women’s rights; human rights; constitutional, criminal and civil child welfare law.
The Staff Attorney position reports to the Director of Legal Advocacy and also receives some direction and mentoring from the Executive Director.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Conducting legal research and drafting legal memoranda, motion papers, and briefs;
Assisting in the development of NAPW’s legal resources including our brief bank and on-line resources;
Contributing to NAPW reports, publications, proposals and practice manuals;
Organizing and participating in conferences, meetings, and education events relevant to NAPW issues and interests;
Developing knowledge and legal analyses of cases in and outside the US where women have been prosecuted in relationship to their pregnancies including for having or attempting to have an abortion, experiencing a stillbirth or miscarriage, or continuing to term in a manner believed to create a risk of harm;
Working with NAPW staff and allies to understand the full range of existing criminal laws and other mechanisms being used to punish pregnant people;
Identification of and outreach to additional experts and potential amici;
Further developing relationships with state-based advocates and organizations who can engage in advocacy and provide expertise to help win or prevent new cases;
Helping NAPW continue to develop long-term legal, organizing, and communications strategies that are informed by other movements and that will ensure that women have access, without fear of punishment, to safe abortions and other health care relating to pregnancy and childbirth;
Working with the NAPW legal and programmatic team to create legal resources including templates for standard motions and briefs and a secure national database for defense attorneys and other advocates;
Developing significant new cases in a strategic fashion;
Collaborating in team problem-solving, litigation strategy, litigation management and trial work;
Communicating and working effectively with external audiences such as the news media, government officials, and coalition partners (Must be able to function as an effective spokesperson for clients and for NAPW, including in public presentations);
Building strong relationships of trust with clients;
Whenever appropriate, advocating and litigating on behalf of clients in forums outside of the courtroom, including administrative hearings;
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES AS DETERMINED BY THE DIRECTOR OF LEGAL ADVOCACY AND/OR THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.
The ideal candidate will possess the following minimum qualifications:
J.D. Degree and membership in good standing of at least one (1) state bar (in the United States);
Minimum of six (6) years of relevant legal experience (experience providing direct client representation highly-desirable);
Exceptional legal research and writing skills and an ability to do creative legal research, writing, and advocacy; comfort working within the organization’s collaborative approach to writing;
An ability to read, understand and synthesize medical and social science research material;
Commitment to civil rights, and human rights, reproductive justice, and drug policy, criminal justice, and child welfare reform;
Commitment to collaborative, cross-cultural work, including a demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations, and the ability to connect litigation and legal advocacy with local and national organizing and education efforts;
Exceptional communication skills in legal contexts including with clients in legal proceedings, meetings, negotiations or administrative proceedings; in a wide variety of public education contexts, and in the media as determined by the Director of Legal Advocacy, Executive Director and Media & Communications Manager;
Ability to manage time efficiently, maintain a flexible schedule and travel as needed for case work, court appearances, training, conferences, and presentations;
Advanced-level proficiency and solid, measurable experience in a variety of Mac OS computer software applications and social media platforms (e.g. MS Office Suite, Google Hangout, Skype, Twitter, Facebook; LinkedIn); Familiarity with (or trainability on) Westlaw, LexisNexis, Podio, 4-D, and other software relevant to specific area of expertise and internal office communications. Familiarity with Google Organization & Productivity Tools (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Calendar).
THIS IS AN IMMEDIATE HIRE.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: FEBRUARY 6TH, 2017
REQUIRED SUBMISSIONS (MUST INCLUDE ALL ITEMS LISTED BELOW) :
Cover Letter which MUST include ALL of the following elements:
a) Your personal & professional motivation for seeking this position.
b) A discussion of how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. c) Salary Requirement . d) Indicate where you found this Job Announcement.ResuméComplete contact information for three (3) professional references. Two (2) Writing Samples solely reflecting applicant’s own work (MUST submit BOTH A and B) : a) One (1) Legal writing sample (i.e., a legal brief, argument or analysis) consisting of NO MORE THAN ten (10) pages of text. b) One (1) Non- legal advocacy writing sample such as a commentary or blog.
INSTRUCTIONS : NO PHONE CALLS OR FAXES PLEASE.
All submissions must be sent VIA EMAIL ONLY to:
NAPWjobs@AdvocatesForPregnantWomen.org
SUBJECT: ATTN : Human Resources – NAPW Staff Attorney (Jan. 2017)
Full time
NAPW seeks a Staff Attorney with substantial impact and complex litigation experience at the trial and appellate levels to assist in legal advocacy and litigation activities for the organization. The focus of the Staff Attorney position will be on advancing reproductive justice.
Working collaboratively with NAPW’s legal and programmatic team, external counsel, experts, and state-based advocates, the Staff Attorney will perform a variety of functions both independently and in a team environment, including providing legal analysis and advice, developing and litigating significant new and existing cases around the country, supporting local counsel, serving as appellate counsel, and using cases, where appropriate, as public education and organizing opportunities.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced attorney and subject matter expert in and/or have a demonstrated commitment to one or more of these areas: reproductive, economic, racial and social justice; women’s rights; human rights; constitutional, criminal and civil child welfare law.
The Staff Attorney position reports to the Director of Legal Advocacy and also receives some direction and mentoring from the Executive Director.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Conducting legal research and drafting legal memoranda, motion papers, and briefs;
Assisting in the development of NAPW’s legal resources including our brief bank and on-line resources;
Contributing to NAPW reports, publications, proposals and practice manuals;
Organizing and participating in conferences, meetings, and education events relevant to NAPW issues and interests;
Developing knowledge and legal analyses of cases in and outside the US where women have been prosecuted in relationship to their pregnancies including for having or attempting to have an abortion, experiencing a stillbirth or miscarriage, or continuing to term in a manner believed to create a risk of harm;
Working with NAPW staff and allies to understand the full range of existing criminal laws and other mechanisms being used to punish pregnant people;
Identification of and outreach to additional experts and potential amici;
Further developing relationships with state-based advocates and organizations who can engage in advocacy and provide expertise to help win or prevent new cases;
Helping NAPW continue to develop long-term legal, organizing, and communications strategies that are informed by other movements and that will ensure that women have access, without fear of punishment, to safe abortions and other health care relating to pregnancy and childbirth;
Working with the NAPW legal and programmatic team to create legal resources including templates for standard motions and briefs and a secure national database for defense attorneys and other advocates;
Developing significant new cases in a strategic fashion;
Collaborating in team problem-solving, litigation strategy, litigation management and trial work;
Communicating and working effectively with external audiences such as the news media, government officials, and coalition partners (Must be able to function as an effective spokesperson for clients and for NAPW, including in public presentations);
Building strong relationships of trust with clients;
Whenever appropriate, advocating and litigating on behalf of clients in forums outside of the courtroom, including administrative hearings;
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES AS DETERMINED BY THE DIRECTOR OF LEGAL ADVOCACY AND/OR THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.
The ideal candidate will possess the following minimum qualifications:
J.D. Degree and membership in good standing of at least one (1) state bar (in the United States);
Minimum of six (6) years of relevant legal experience (experience providing direct client representation highly-desirable);
Exceptional legal research and writing skills and an ability to do creative legal research, writing, and advocacy; comfort working within the organization’s collaborative approach to writing;
An ability to read, understand and synthesize medical and social science research material;
Commitment to civil rights, and human rights, reproductive justice, and drug policy, criminal justice, and child welfare reform;
Commitment to collaborative, cross-cultural work, including a demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations, and the ability to connect litigation and legal advocacy with local and national organizing and education efforts;
Exceptional communication skills in legal contexts including with clients in legal proceedings, meetings, negotiations or administrative proceedings; in a wide variety of public education contexts, and in the media as determined by the Director of Legal Advocacy, Executive Director and Media & Communications Manager;
Ability to manage time efficiently, maintain a flexible schedule and travel as needed for case work, court appearances, training, conferences, and presentations;
Advanced-level proficiency and solid, measurable experience in a variety of Mac OS computer software applications and social media platforms (e.g. MS Office Suite, Google Hangout, Skype, Twitter, Facebook; LinkedIn); Familiarity with (or trainability on) Westlaw, LexisNexis, Podio, 4-D, and other software relevant to specific area of expertise and internal office communications. Familiarity with Google Organization & Productivity Tools (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Calendar).
THIS IS AN IMMEDIATE HIRE.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: FEBRUARY 6TH, 2017
REQUIRED SUBMISSIONS (MUST INCLUDE ALL ITEMS LISTED BELOW) :
Cover Letter which MUST include ALL of the following elements:
a) Your personal & professional motivation for seeking this position.
b) A discussion of how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. c) Salary Requirement . d) Indicate where you found this Job Announcement.ResuméComplete contact information for three (3) professional references. Two (2) Writing Samples solely reflecting applicant’s own work (MUST submit BOTH A and B) : a) One (1) Legal writing sample (i.e., a legal brief, argument or analysis) consisting of NO MORE THAN ten (10) pages of text. b) One (1) Non- legal advocacy writing sample such as a commentary or blog.
INSTRUCTIONS : NO PHONE CALLS OR FAXES PLEASE.
All submissions must be sent VIA EMAIL ONLY to:
NAPWjobs@AdvocatesForPregnantWomen.org
SUBJECT: ATTN : Human Resources – NAPW Staff Attorney (Jan. 2017)
