Legislative Advocate - Natural Resources Defense Council (DC)
The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is a non-profit national environmental advocacy organization with more than 1.2 million members and online activists. We have offices in New York, Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Beijing. Our staff of nearly 300 includes attorneys, scientists, policy analysts and educators working to protect the environment and public health through advocacy and education.
Position Summary
NRDC seeks a Legislative Advocate for its Washington, DC office. Working with the Legislative Director, the Advocate will lobby Congress on behalf of NRDC’s federal agenda, respond to inquiries from the Hill, and develop legislative strategy in conjunction with NRDC programs and communications staff. Other responsibilities include writing NRDC’s bi-weekly legislative newsletter, preparing legislative fact sheets, participating in coalition meetings, and outreach to new partners as needed.
Skills and Knowledge Requirements:
2-5 years of Hill experience, with strong emphasis on environmental issues.
Demonstrated knowledge of congressional procedure.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment and are committed to workplace diversity. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience. Applicants should email cover letter, resume and writing sample no later than 04/30/2007 to HR_DC@nrdc.org. In your correspondence, please indicate where you saw this job announcement. No phone calls or faxes, please.
NRDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For further information about NRDC, please visit nrdc.org.
