Conservation Policy Specialist

2 weeks ago

Washington, United States Defenders of Wildlife Full time
DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFEPOSITION OVERVIEW
JOB TITLE: Conservation Policy Specialist
CLASSIFICATION: Professional 3
SALARY: $70,000 - $78,000
FLSA: Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Landscape Conservation
LOCATION: Washington, DC
REPORTS TO: Senior Policy Analyst, Private Lands
NUMBER OF DIRECT AND INDIRECT REPORT(S): 0
POSITION SUMMARY
This professional-level role is integral to Defenders of Wildlife's mission of conserving and restoring biodiversity through the establishment of innovative wildlife conservation initiatives, policies, and regulations. The Conservation Policy Specialist plays a key role in formulating and advocating for national policies, securing necessary funding, and enhancing conservation partnerships to support wildlife conservation on private lands.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Conduct comprehensive research and analysis of federal and select state laws, regulations, policies, and administrative initiatives pertinent to wildlife conservation on private lands.
  • Prepare detailed summaries, fact sheets, technical comments, and other materials articulating policies and proposals along with Defenders' positions.
  • Collaborate with Government Relations staff to educate congressional offices on private lands conservation policy issues and assist in identifying legislative advocates.
  • Foster and maintain positive relationships with congressional staff, federal agency officials, state governments, landowner organizations, land trusts, and other stakeholders to achieve mutual conservation objectives.
  • Participate in local, regional, or national meetings focused on private lands and state wildlife conservation policy.
  • Research, write, and/or edit reports, webpages, blogs, social media content, and other publications for Defenders.
  • Represent Defenders in public meetings, hearings, press events, and conferences to promote organizational objectives.
  • Collaborate with Development staff to secure operational funding for the Landscape Conservation department.
  • Travel may be required for domestic engagements.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Bachelor's (B.A./B.S.) degree or equivalent
Experience: 4 years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Administrative
  • Ability to maintain accurate electronic and physical records.
  • Anticipate and meet the needs of stakeholders while delivering exceptional service.
Communication
  • Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with stakeholders.
  • Ability to articulate complex ideas concisely.
  • Ability to effectively represent Defenders' interests in external environments.
Critical Thinking
  • Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.
  • Strong research and data analysis skills.
  • Creative problem-solving skills with a willingness to innovate.
Project Management
  • Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
  • Ability to remain flexible and responsive to urgent requests.
Coalition and Community Engagement
  • Strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with diverse groups.
  • Ability to lead collaborative activities among diverse stakeholders.
Conservation Knowledge
  • Expert-level knowledge of legal, scientific, and political issues related to conservation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Activities
  • Ability to move about to accomplish tasks.
  • Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Conditions
  • Ability to work in various environmental conditions.
Physical Demands
  • Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Defenders of Wildlife is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to any legally protected characteristic.

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