Defenders of Wildlife
DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE
POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Senior Attorney SALARY: $160,000 - $180,000 FLSA: Exempt DEPARTMENT: Biodiversity Law Center LOCATION: Denver, CO, Washington, D.C., Remote REPORTS TO: Vice President, Conservation Law/Director, Biodiversity Law Center NUMBER OF DIRECT/INDIRECT REPORTS: 1 LAST REVISED: January 2025 u00A0
POSITION SUMMARYu00A0 u00A0
In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents. The Senior Attorney engages in legal advocacy and develops and litigates cases under federal environmental and natural resources law to advance Defendersu2019 conservation policies to protect biological diversity. As an experienced litigator and senior member of the legal team, the Senior Attorney supervises staff attorneys, legal fellows, and law clerks and advises Defenders staff on legal questions and legislative matters. u00A0 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESu00A0 u00A0
Develop innovative litigation strategies and litigate cases to protect imperiled wildlife and habitats brought under the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, National Forest Management Act, Administrative Procedure Act, Freedom of Information Act, and other relevant federal and state wildlife, public lands, and natural resource statutes. Work across disciplines using law, science, policy, and communications to engage in legal advocacy, including drafting comment letters and speaking at public hearings. Advise Defenders staff on legal questions and legislative matters. Supervise and mentor staff attorneys, legal fellows, and law clerks in Defendersu2019 Biodiversity Law Center. Work across departments within Defenders to generate written products to advance Defendersu2019 conservation work, such as comment letters, blog posts, op-eds, and presentations. Perform all other related duties as assigned. u00A0
QUALIFICATIONS u00A0
Education: u00A0JD required; appropriate state bar license(s) required
Experience:
10 years of relevant experience; 5 years supervisory experience u00A0 An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.u00A0
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for all Defendersu00A0
https://defenders.org/knowledge-skills-and-abilities
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Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for Senior Attorneyu00A0 Substantial knowledge of the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act and other federal natural resources, public lands, and wildlife conservation laws, including related regulations and policies. Substantial knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act. Substantial knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil and Appellate Procedure, the Administrative Procedure Act, and legal doctrines such as standing, ripeness/mootness, and standards of review applicable to reviews of agency actions and agency rulemakings. Substantial experience reviewing and commenting on draft permits, draft regulations, draft environmental impact analyses, and other actions subject to notice and comment. Substantial experience litigating in federal district and appellate courts, including reviewing administrative records, drafting declarations, pleadings, and motions, and participating in oral argument. Excellent research and writing skills with a proven ability to quickly and accurately analyze legislative and administrative proposals and critique them in a way that is readily understood by others. Strong media and communications skills, including the ability to advocate persuasively for conservation policy in a range of public speaking venues. Demonstrated commitment to public interest advocacy, environmental protection and natural resources conservation. An ability to work effectively in a team and independently, and strong coordination, interpersonal, and organizational skills. u00A0
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES, ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Physical Activities u00A0 Check all that applyu00A0
Frequency u00A0 (N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantlyu00A0 Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like. N Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces. N Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. C Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. N Adjusting or moving objects up to 10 pounds in all directions. N Communicating with others to exchange information. C Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. C Operating machinery and/or power tools. N Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment. N Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. C u00A0
Environmental Conditions u00A0 Check all that applyu00A0
Frequency u00A0 (N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantlyu00A0 Low temperatures. u00A0 High temperatures. u00A0 Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. u00A0 Noisy environments. u00A0 Hazardous conditions. u00A0 Poor ventilation. u00A0 Small and/or enclosed spaces. u00A0 No adverse environmental conditions expected. C u00A0
Physical Demands u00A0 Check only oneu00A0
u00A0 u00A0 Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. X Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. u00A0 Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds. u00A0 Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more. u00A0
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Visit www.defenders.org to apply. u00A0
u00A0 All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions. The essential duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.u00A0 u00A0u00A0 Defenders of Wildlife provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to theiru00A0race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, veterans' status or and any other legally protected class, characteristic or trait per applicable federal, state, or local law. u00A0u00A0 Please be advised this position is non union-eligible.u00A0 #J-18808-Ljbffr
POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Senior Attorney SALARY: $160,000 - $180,000 FLSA: Exempt DEPARTMENT: Biodiversity Law Center LOCATION: Denver, CO, Washington, D.C., Remote REPORTS TO: Vice President, Conservation Law/Director, Biodiversity Law Center NUMBER OF DIRECT/INDIRECT REPORTS: 1 LAST REVISED: January 2025 u00A0
POSITION SUMMARYu00A0 u00A0
In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents. The Senior Attorney engages in legal advocacy and develops and litigates cases under federal environmental and natural resources law to advance Defendersu2019 conservation policies to protect biological diversity. As an experienced litigator and senior member of the legal team, the Senior Attorney supervises staff attorneys, legal fellows, and law clerks and advises Defenders staff on legal questions and legislative matters. u00A0 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESu00A0 u00A0
Develop innovative litigation strategies and litigate cases to protect imperiled wildlife and habitats brought under the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, National Forest Management Act, Administrative Procedure Act, Freedom of Information Act, and other relevant federal and state wildlife, public lands, and natural resource statutes. Work across disciplines using law, science, policy, and communications to engage in legal advocacy, including drafting comment letters and speaking at public hearings. Advise Defenders staff on legal questions and legislative matters. Supervise and mentor staff attorneys, legal fellows, and law clerks in Defendersu2019 Biodiversity Law Center. Work across departments within Defenders to generate written products to advance Defendersu2019 conservation work, such as comment letters, blog posts, op-eds, and presentations. Perform all other related duties as assigned. u00A0
QUALIFICATIONS u00A0
Education: u00A0JD required; appropriate state bar license(s) required
Experience:
10 years of relevant experience; 5 years supervisory experience u00A0 An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.u00A0
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for all Defendersu00A0
https://defenders.org/knowledge-skills-and-abilities
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Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for Senior Attorneyu00A0 Substantial knowledge of the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act and other federal natural resources, public lands, and wildlife conservation laws, including related regulations and policies. Substantial knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act. Substantial knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil and Appellate Procedure, the Administrative Procedure Act, and legal doctrines such as standing, ripeness/mootness, and standards of review applicable to reviews of agency actions and agency rulemakings. Substantial experience reviewing and commenting on draft permits, draft regulations, draft environmental impact analyses, and other actions subject to notice and comment. Substantial experience litigating in federal district and appellate courts, including reviewing administrative records, drafting declarations, pleadings, and motions, and participating in oral argument. Excellent research and writing skills with a proven ability to quickly and accurately analyze legislative and administrative proposals and critique them in a way that is readily understood by others. Strong media and communications skills, including the ability to advocate persuasively for conservation policy in a range of public speaking venues. Demonstrated commitment to public interest advocacy, environmental protection and natural resources conservation. An ability to work effectively in a team and independently, and strong coordination, interpersonal, and organizational skills. u00A0
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES, ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Physical Activities u00A0 Check all that applyu00A0
Frequency u00A0 (N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantlyu00A0 Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like. N Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces. N Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. C Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. N Adjusting or moving objects up to 10 pounds in all directions. N Communicating with others to exchange information. C Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. C Operating machinery and/or power tools. N Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment. N Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. C u00A0
Environmental Conditions u00A0 Check all that applyu00A0
Frequency u00A0 (N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantlyu00A0 Low temperatures. u00A0 High temperatures. u00A0 Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. u00A0 Noisy environments. u00A0 Hazardous conditions. u00A0 Poor ventilation. u00A0 Small and/or enclosed spaces. u00A0 No adverse environmental conditions expected. C u00A0
Physical Demands u00A0 Check only oneu00A0
u00A0 u00A0 Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. X Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. u00A0 Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds. u00A0 Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more. u00A0
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Visit www.defenders.org to apply. u00A0
u00A0 All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions. The essential duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.u00A0 u00A0u00A0 Defenders of Wildlife provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to theiru00A0race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, veterans' status or and any other legally protected class, characteristic or trait per applicable federal, state, or local law. u00A0u00A0 Please be advised this position is non union-eligible.u00A0 #J-18808-Ljbffr