Water Resources Policy Expert Lead

4 weeks ago

Bartlett, Texas, United States National Wildlife Federation Full time

The National Wildlife Federation is seeking a seasoned Water Resources Policy Expert Lead to join our team in the Water & Coasts Program. As a key member of our organization, you will play a vital role in advancing our mission to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world.

The Water Resources Policy Expert Lead will be responsible for conducting research and developing policy positions and advocacy strategies for water resources-related issues nationwide. This includes working with national, regional, and local colleagues, NWF affiliates, partner organizations, and federal agencies to advance nature-based solutions, protect wildlife habitat, and improve water quality on the ground across the Mississippi River mainstem states.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in either natural resource policy or campaign management, outreach, and coalition building. A degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or Policy, or a related field, is required. Familiarity with federal agency processes, programs, and policies related to environmental protection and restoration, with a focus on the Army Corps of Engineers, is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $72,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, unlimited wellbeing leave, 10 holidays, and up to 16 weeks of fully paid Family and Medical Leave. We also offer low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options, therapist availability at no cost, pet insurance, and an annual wellbeing allowance. In addition to your salary, we offer a retirement plan with immediate match and vesting, annual year-end retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance, pet adoption stipend, and student loan management.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities:

Advance Water Resources Policy and Project Advocacy

  1. Support NWF's Legal Director for Water Resources and NWF's Mississippi River initiatives, including conducting factual and policy research, with a focus on wetland, floodplain, and river protection and management carried out by the Army Corps of Engineers and Environmental Protection Agency.
  2. Support efforts to advance nature-based solutions, protect wildlife habitat, and improve water quality on the ground across the Mississippi River mainstem states.
  3. Provide subject-matter expertise on issues related to Army Corps of Engineers authorities, policies, and projects. Advise teammates on opportunities to advance nature-based solutions and improved water resources health through policy and practice.
  4. Build and maintain relationships with key water resource decision-makers, with a focus on Corps of Engineers and the Mississippi River basin. Engagement with Congress is also expected.
  5. Prepare reports and other written products and help disseminate key findings to professional and general audiences.
  6. Represent NWF in relevant internal and partner coalition meetings and conversations.

Lead and Coordinate the Water Protection Network

  1. Spearhead NWF's effort to increase the effectiveness of the Water Protection Network (WPN) and strategically bring in new members.
  2. Coordinate WPN's leadership and WPN members; help develop and implement campaign plans consistent with the WPN priorities established by the WPN leadership and membership.
  3. Act as point of contact for the WPN and handle communications to the Network. Maintain the WPN website with up-to-date information and manages the WPN listserv.
  4. Organize and facilitate WPN events, including potential WPN virtual and in-person meetings, webinars, trainings, and workshops.
  5. Assist in fundraising for the WPN.

Provide Team Support for the Water & Coasts Program

  1. Collaborate with teammates to support NWF's broader organizational efforts to advance protections for clean water and wetlands, as requested.
  2. Provide organizational and administrative support to NWF's Water & Coasts team, including organizing meetings and events, advancing the Water & Coasts team's environmental justice plan, tracking progress towards grant deliverables, and assisting with grant writing and reporting.

Qualifications:

  1. At least five years' experience in either natural resource policy or campaign management, outreach, and coalition building.
  2. Degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or Policy, or a related field.
  3. Familiarity with federal agency processes, programs, and policies related to environmental protection and restoration, with a focus on the Army Corps of Engineers.
  4. Experience with policy research and analysis.
  5. Capacity to strategically conceive and manage campaigns with clear objectives, benchmarks, and deliverables in accordance with deadlines.
  6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including attention to detail and the ability to distill complex technical information into messaging that is accessible to the public and decisionmakers.
  7. Experience in leadership positions with coalitions or NGO partnerships strongly preferred.
  8. High degree of initiative, ability to be a self-starter, and ability to accomplish projects with little supervision.
  9. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with an ability to identify and solve complex issues.
  10. Strong interpersonal and networking skills with the ability to find common ground and develop collaborative, productive, respectful relationships with diverse interests, including decision-makers, environmental justice and indigenous communities, and conservation organizations.
  11. Proficiency in using various tech tools, such as Excel, Mailchimp, Word Press, HubSpot, Microsoft Suites, and Airtable.
  12. Ability to work collaboratively with an integrated and diverse team of professionals.
  13. Strong organizational and project management skills.
  14. Demonstrated commitment to and/or experience working on equity and justice related issues.

NWF Values:

Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus. Your competencies should include:

  1. Being motivated by values of equity and responsibility to those most marginalized;
  2. Consistently bringing a high level of empathy and social skills to work and interpersonal interactions;
  3. Being committed to deepening an environmental justice approach in policy priorities, program development, and partner engagement;
  4. Actively seeks feedback, direction, and guidance from all team members and keeps staff informed of decisions that impact them;
  5. Being dedicated to advancing NWF's internal equity transformation and compelling partners and allies to incorporate equity into their work; and
  6. Passion for and commitment to NWF's mission.

Physical Requirements of the Job:

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example, using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about the workspace. The position requires mobility, including moving materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).

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