Staff Attorney — Southeast Biodiversity Protection
Full time; Southeast location flexible General position overview: The Center for Biological Diversity seeks a full-time Staff Attorney to work on biodiversity protection issues in and affecting the Southeast region of the United States. Particular emphasis of the position will be on advocating for the protection of vulnerable Southeast species from the threats of global warming, water pollution and diversions, logging, development, and other emerging threats. The Staff Attorney will work closely with the Center’s biodiversity and climate programs in developing and implementing actions and strategies addressing these threats to the Southeast’s rich biodiversity. The position’s location is yet to be determined and will largely depend on the chosen candidate.
Duties: The attorney will be responsible for developing, managing, and litigating cases; as well as engaging in policy advocacy; interacting with local, state, and federal agencies, scientists, other environmental organizations, and the public; and doing media outreach.
Qualifications:
• Three years civil litigation experience
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• A demonstrated commitment to environmental protection
• Scientific literacy
• An ability to manage a litigation docket and work with other lawyers and staff members as part of an effective team
• A strong work ethic
• Familiarity with the Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, National Forest Management Act, Administrative Procedure Act, and other relevant laws
Salary: The salary will be commensurate with those offered by other nonprofit organizations and the position will include an excellent vacation and benefits package.
Application process: Please send a cover letter, a résumé, references, and a writing sample via email (no paper) to SE_attorney@biologicaldiversity.org. The position will be open until filled. No telephone calls please. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
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