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Research Manager, Supply Chains

Summary The "Required Documents" section of this announcement identifies all documents that must be uploaded in order to be considered a complete application package. Applicants who do not submit a complete application package will receive an incomplete application rating. Incomplete packages will not receive further consideration. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please reach out to the Executive Consultant listed in the "Agency Contact" section below. Responsibilities The Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of State and Community Energy Programs is looking for a dynamic, innovative, seasoned executive to lead the Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP). As the Principal Deputy Director of State and Community Energy Programs you will: Oversee the executive leadership positions in the SCEP organization, including providing key oversight and management responsibilities for the State Energy, Community Energy, Weatherization Assistance, Local Government Clean Energy Workforce, and other programs to assist underserved communities. Manage a broad range of functions, including policy analysis, financial assistance award management for both formula-based and competitive awards, technical assistance and project oversight. Direct a team of career energy policy, energy efficiency, renewable energy and financial assistance experts. Create strategic policy formulation, program design, solicitation, negotiation and award of financial assistance agreements across all SCEP program areas. Ensures the Administration's values of diversity and equity are reflected in SCEP program operations. Report to the Director, SCEP, serving as First Assistant. Requirements Conditions of Employment CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THIS VACANCY: This is a career position in the SES. Unless you are already a member of the SES with career status or have successfully completed an SES Candidate Development Program certified by OPM, your executive qualifications must be approved by OPM before your appointment can be effected. If you are selected, you will be responsible for working with a DOE Executive Consultant to finalize your ECQ narrative for OPM submission. CITIZENSHIP: You must be a U.S. Citizen or National. HOMELAND SECURITY PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVE (HSPD-12): Your appointment is contingent upon compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity. PUBLIC FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORT (OGE 278): If you are selected for this position, will be required to file this report prior to entry on duty in accordance with the Ethics of Government Act of 1978. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Your initial SES career appointment becomes final only after you successfully complete a one-year probationary period. SELECTIVE SERVICE: All males born after December 31, 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. MOBILITY: A mobility agreement may be required based on mission needs. E-VERIFY: New employees to the Department of Energy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Qualifications The application process used to recruit for this position is the RESUME BASED method. You must show possession of the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and any technical qualifications within ns via your resume. Your resume presented will reflect that you possess the ECQs and give a synopsis of your accomplishments. Although you cannot address the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) separately, evidence of each must be clearly demonstrated in the five (5) page resume and throughout the entire application package. Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed later in this section below must be addressed in a separate narrative. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): The five (5) ECQs described below were designed to assess executive-level experiences and potential not technical expertise. They measure whether you have the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of SES positions. 1: Leading Change: Ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals and establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. 2: Leading People: Ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals and provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. 3: Results Driven: Ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations, and make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. 4: Business Acumen: Ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. 5: Building Coalitions: Ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs): As part of your application package, a supplemental narrative must be uploaded addressing each MTQ listed below. No more than one (1) page per MTQ is allowed; additional informational information will not be considered. MTQs must provide specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments. You must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following MTQs. Failure to submit a narrative statement addressing each of the MTQs may cause your application to be deemed incomplete and not be considered. MTQ 1: Describe your in-depth knowledge of team management and program management sufficient to oversee state government, local government, tribal government, and place-based clean energy programs, and initiatives including formula and competitive grant programs, technical assistance, and other activities for a large organization/company. MTQ 2: Describe your wide-ranging experience designing and deploying clean energy policies and/or programs to improve clean energy outcomes for state, local, and/or Tribal governments and engaging communities and key constituents in efforts resulting in shared economic prosperity and support of historically disadvantaged communities. MTQ 3: Describe your experience in promoting equity and inclusion and securing cooperation of others despite conflicting and potentially controversial program goals for clean energy planning and decision making. Education There is no education requirement for this position. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Telework: Your position may be eligible for workplace flexibilities which may include telework options and/or flexible work scheduling. These flexibilities may be requested in accordance with the DOE Workplace Flexibilities policy. For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov OF-306: You may be required to complete an OF-306, "Declaration for Federal Employment" form used to (a) determine your suitability for Federal Employment and/or (b) in conducting an investigation to determine your suitability or ability to hold a security clearance. Applications contain information subject to the Privacy Act (PL 93 579, 5 USC 552a). The information is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5, USC, Section 3302 and 3361. The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at AdministrativeInvestigations@hq.doe.gov. The selecting official may need to consult Departmental ethics counsel to determine whether any of your former or current employers, affiliations, or financial holdings conflict with your ability to perform the duties of this position. If necessary, ethics counsel will work with you and the hiring office regarding potential mitigation strategies, if available. Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available. This is a non-bargaining unit position.

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Principal Deputy Director of State and Community Energy Programs

Summary This position is part of the Office of Management, Department of Energy. As a Supply Management Specialist, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of property and supply management activities. Plan and assign work to be accomplished by contractors. Develop budgetary requirements to provide property and supply support for the Departmental operating elements to ensure timely and effective supply support. Responsibilities As a Supply Management Specialist, you will: Serve as the Contracting Officer's Representative for the self-service store and furniture contract. Direct, coordinate, and manage contractor work assignments to ensure balance among contractor staff; identify schedules for the work to be performed; review work for technical content; and establish performance criteria. Obligate funds and reconciliation of credit card statements in accordance with the Government Purchase Card regulations and Federal Acquisition regulations. Purchase non-stock buys for Departmental organizations when products are not available in the self-service supply stores. Obtain funds for acquisitions, and ensure funds are de-obligated when they are no longer needed. Develop methods, strategies, and procurement practices to ensure that the various furniture types used at Headquarters are stocked and operational. Work with the team to upgrade store stock and inventories to meet the state-of-the-art products and technologies. Coordinate the analysis of Supply Business Line activities to ensure funding and acquisitions are accurately reported to fund manager for billing purposes to Departmental organizations. Consult with other Federal agencies to gather information, and to ensure the application of Federal supply policies by the Department is consistent with the practices an interpretation throughout the Government. Develop budgetary requirements to provide property and supply support for the Departmental operating elements to ensure timely and effective supply support. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of the 3 of the following: Managing and evaluating various operations to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of property and supply activities. Recommending approval or disapproval of requests for apportionments, allotments, other funding requests based on the organization's working capital funds. Monitoring or analyzing financial data in a working capital fund environment to improve or ensure the efficiency of an organization's financial or budgetary activities. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must (1) meet all of the requirements as described in this section; and 2) be rated "well-qualified", which is defined as scoring in the in Well Qualified category (or higher). You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE. For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available. EEO Policy: https://www.energy.gov/justice/eeo-complaint-process Reasonable Accommodation Policy: https://www.energy.gov/hc/department-energy-reasonable-accommodation-program Veterans Information: https://www.energy.gov/careers/veterans-military-spouses Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/ The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged noncompliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at AdministrativeInvestigations@hq.doe.gov.

Supply Management Specialist

Summary This position is part of the Department of Energy, Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence. As a Supervisory Investigator, you will be serving as Director of Program Protection, promoting and enhancing closer links between the Counterintelligence field offices and Department of Enery (DOE)/National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Program Offices and special programs across the complex. Responsibilities This is an Excepted Service position. This appointment will not confer Competitive Service career-conditional or career tenure status. This means that if you are selected, you would have to compete with other applicants in open competition to meet requirements for another Federal position, unless you meet the requirements for reinstatement. Applicants who voluntarily convert from the competitive service, Senior Executive Service, or other pay systems to a non-time limited appointment under this excepted service authority are not afforded "fallback rights" to the pay system previously assigned prior to conversion. As a full performance GS-15, Supervisory Investigator, you will: Oversee subordinate supervisors and non-supervisory employees engaged in substantive counterintelligence (CI) covering agent activities, investigative and analytical operations, as well as contracting and business functions. Evaluate, plan, coordinate, control, and direct CI operational activities and countermeasures pertaining to all intelligence and intelligence related policy, goals, objectives, and procedures for DOE HQ. Oversee preparation of intelligence damage assessments in which the success of espionage operation or other intelligence compromises by foreign intelligence services is analyzed. Provide a focal point for development, coordination, and dissemination of information with those counterintelligence components of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), other Intelligence Community Agencies, and the Uniformed Military Services. Advise DOE HQ officials, contractor and other non-laboratory senior management on matters relating to Foreign Intelligence Entity (FIE) activities, which could have an adverse impact on designated operations, technologies, information, facilities and personnel. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-14 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: Participating in the determination of foreign intelligence organization involvement to determine protective actions to be taken in coordination with computer security officials and appropriate law enforcement entities. Providing administrative inquires, prepares reports and expert analysis, assessments, briefings, or testimony on counterintelligence (CI) issues to including counterterrorism (CT) investigations and foreign intelligence threats to personnel or facilities. Assisting with CI and Foreign Intelligence Entity (FIE)-related matters, including proposed changes to policy or upgrading programs necessary for continued effective protection against all levels of the espionage threat. Collaborating with external CI elements and liaison with Intelligence Community members to assist in any ongoing espionage investigations. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE. For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available. EEO Policy: https://www.energy.gov/justice/eeo-complaint-process Reasonable Accommodation Policy: https://www.energy.gov/hc/department-energy-reasonable-accommodation-program Veterans Information: https://www.energy.gov/careers/veterans-military-spouses Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/ The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged noncompliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at AdministrativeInvestigations@hq.doe.gov.

Supervisory Investigator

Staff Accountant

About the Program:  In this internship, you will contribute to WRI’s Congressional and agency engagement, research, and analytical activities in support of our organizational efforts to advance federal action on low-carbon, equitable and resilient policies. As a member of the U.S. policy team working on cross-cutting issues, you will have the opportunity to interact with experts from across WRI programs and sectors.This position is hybrid and will require a few days per week in our Washington DC office. What you will do:You will support this work by conducting and preparing research, reports, and communication materials to inform strategic engagement with the 118th Congress and federal agencies for WRI's legislative priorities. This is a six-month, term-limited role. This position may have the opportunity to convert to a regular, non-term-limited role, if program funding allows. You will report to WRI’s Deputy Director of Government Affairs and work closely with the Director of Government Affairs.Internship Learning Outcomes:<ul style="margin:0.0pt;padding-left:0.0pt;"><li style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(36,36,36);font-family:serif;font-size:12.0pt;margin:0.0pt 0.0pt 0.0pt 27.2pt;padding-left:8.8pt;text-indent:0.0pt;">Support and inform strategic Congressional engagement: conduct background research on U.S. House and U.S. Senate members, maintain a tracking system to target and track outreach, prepare relevant outreach materials. </li><li style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(36,36,36);font-family:serif;font-size:12.0pt;margin:0.0pt 0.0pt 0.0pt 27.2pt;padding-left:8.8pt;text-indent:0.0pt;">Research key policy issues: track active legislation, write short summaries and strategy memos, monitor and report on Congressional and federal agency proceedings, track relevant actions in the private and NGO sectors related to WRI's energy and climate goals. </li><li style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);font-family:serif;font-size:12.0pt;margin:0.0pt 0.0pt 8.0pt 27.2pt;padding-left:8.8pt;text-indent:0.0pt;">Provide administration support: assist with meeting logistics, contact list management, event support, other requests as received.</li></ul>What you will need:<ul style="margin:0.0pt;padding-left:0.0pt;"><li style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(36,36,36);font-family:serif;font-size:12.0pt;margin:0.0pt 0.0pt 0.0pt 27.2pt;padding-left:8.8pt;text-indent:0.0pt;">Pursuing or completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree.</li><li style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(36,36,36);font-family:serif;font-size:12.0pt;margin:0.0pt 0.0pt 0.0pt 27.2pt;padding-left:8.8pt;text-indent:0.0pt;">Demonstrated interest in and/or understanding of U.S. climate and clean energy policy landscape. </li><li style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(36,36,36);font-family:serif;font-size:12.0pt;margin:0.0pt 0.0pt 0.0pt 27.2pt;padding-left:8.8pt;text-indent:0.0pt;">Understanding of U.S. Congressional processes and politics; previous Hill experience a plus. </li><li style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(36,36,36);font-family:serif;font-size:12.0pt;margin:0.0pt 0.0pt 0.0pt 27.2pt;padding-left:8.8pt;text-indent:0.0pt;">Research and communication skills. </li><li style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(36,36,36);font-family:serif;font-size:12.0pt;margin:0.0pt 0.0pt 0.0pt 27.2pt;padding-left:8.8pt;text-indent:0.0pt;">Excellent data collection and management skills. </li><li style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(36,36,36);font-family:serif;font-size:12.0pt;margin:0.0pt 0.0pt 0.0pt 27.2pt;padding-left:8.8pt;text-indent:0.0pt;">Ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner. </li><li style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(36,36,36);font-family:serif;font-size:12.0pt;margin:0.0pt 0.0pt 8.0pt 27.2pt;padding-left:8.8pt;text-indent:0.0pt;">Understanding of Microsoft Office suite.</li></ul>CompensationThe pay for this internship opportunity is $20/hour for undergrads; $22/hour for graduates and $24/hour for PhD students. Length of Contract: This is a full-time, 6-month internship with a flexible start and end date.Location:•         This is a hybrid internship that will be based out of our Washington D.C. office. You will be required to work in the Washington DC office at least 8 days per month.•         WRI will provide a laptop for the duration of your internship. How to Apply: Please submit a resume with a cover letter by April 15, 2024. Applicants must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.About Us: Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia, and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.    The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.Internships at WRI are learning experiences designed for current students, recent graduates, and other candidates who wish to gain knowledge about a specific area of our work. We strive to attract diverse, intellectually driven candidates who have a passion for sustainability and development. WRI provides many internship opportunities throughout the year in all our programs.   WRI is committed to advancing gender, racial, and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices.  Our mission and values:WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect.

Legislative Engagement Intern

Global Forest Watch Funding and Monitoring Intern

Operations Manager, Center for Equitable Development

Operations Specialist ll, RDI

ELI is seeking a Law Clerk for the fall of 2024 to assist with our portfolio of uniquely positioned environmental law and policy projects addressing critical environment and sustainable development challenges domestically and internationally.
ABOUT THE CLERKSHIP
In accord with our mission to build the skills and capacity of tomorrow&rsquo;s leaders, ELI provides opportunities for law students to join us at the Institute. We welcome applications from current law students interested in working as a law clerk during the fall 2024 academic semester (approximately September &ndash; November). Law clerks work closely with ELI experts on domestic and international research projects spanning ELI&rsquo;s full range of program areas.
Law clerks also may assist in the editing and production of ELI publications, such as the Environmental Law Reporter. Law clerks provide crucial support for ELI projects and publications by conducting legal and policy research, analyzing environmental laws, attending and reporting on briefings and current events, drafting memoranda and other products, and otherwise assisting in the preparation of published materials.
We encourage law clerks to supplement their work experience by attending the seminars and events that ELI hosts, as well as social and networking opportunities provided by ELI and our partners.
QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Eligibility is limited to students enrolled in law school.</li>
<li>Broad knowledge of or interest in environmental, energy, or natural resource law and policy, or related field.</li>
<li>Excellent skills in policy and legal research and analytical writing.</li>
<li>Ability to become proficient in new issue areas and contribute to creative, rigorous, analytical approaches to address them.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills.</li>
<li>Well-developed collaborative and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.</li>
<li>Skills in languages other than English and bringing diverse perspectives to ELI as a result of the applicant&rsquo;s life experiences are appreciated.</li>
</ul>
ABOUT ELI
The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is an environmental law, science, and policy center that makes law work for people, places, and the planet. We envision a healthy environment, prosperous economies, and vibrant communities founded on the rule of law. Our mission is to foster innovative, just, and practical law and policy solutions to enable leaders across borders and sectors to make environmental, economic, and social progress.
ELI&rsquo;s Research and Policy experts develop innovative legal and governance solutions to challenges in areas such as climate change; environmental justice; natural resource management; land conservation and smart growth; biodiversity loss and habitat destruction; and air, water, and soil pollution. Together, ELI&rsquo;s staff aims to:
<ul>
<li>Build the skills and capacity of tomorrow&rsquo;s leaders and institutions</li>
<li>Research and analyze complex and pressing environmental challenges</li>
<li>Promote and disseminate the best thinking through print and electronic media</li>
<li>Work with partners to develop and implement laws, policies, and other means to protect the environment and society</li>
<li>Convene people with diverse perspectives to build understanding through robust dialogue</li>
</ul>
For more information on ELI&rsquo;s programs, visit https://www.eli.org/programs.
COMPENSATION
ELI provides clerks an hourly wage of $25. In order to participate in the paid law clerk program, you must be physically present in the DC metro area (where ELI&rsquo;s office is located) during the clerkship. If a clerk desires to receive course credit for the clerkship and the clerk&rsquo;s school prohibits earning income for the same work as the course credit is being received, accommodations can be made. Clerkships during the academic year run approximately 12 weeks, and clerks work part-time (approximately 12 hours per week).
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, submit an application package via ELI's online application system by clicking the Apply button. Note that your submission must contain the following uploaded documents (Word or PDF format), as follows:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Cover letter</li>
<li>Resume (including college and law school GPAs)</li>
<li>List of 3 references</li>
<li>Law school transcript</li>
<li>A writing sample</li>
</ul>
Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, April 12, 2024 at 11:59pm EDT and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. You must use ELI&rsquo;s online application system; ELI cannot accept applications submitted by email, USPS or other shipping service, or hand delivery.
Please note that to ensure the health and safety of the ELI workforce, any offer of employment from ELI is contingent on candidates providing proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. ELI management will consider requests for religious or medical exceptions, consistent with applicable law.&nbsp;&nbsp;
ELI is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to achieving an inclusive, diverse workforce that values every individual. We firmly believe that hiring individuals with varying perspectives and backgrounds contributes to our success as an organization, and we strive to create an environment that fosters inclusiveness. As such, minority candidates and candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Fostering innovation and progress, ELI empowers leaders to make environmental, economic, and social advancements with just and practical

Law Clerk (Fall 2024)

For five decades, the Environmental Law Institute (ELI) has played a pivotal role in shaping the fields of environmental law, policy, and management, both domestically and internationally.
ELI is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Director to lead our Network for the Digital Economy and the Environment (nDEE) program, which aims to understand and address the environmental impact of the digital economy. The Program Director will be responsible for designing and executing projects that explore the intersections between technology, the digital economy, and the environment and for informing actionable policy to mitigate the direct and indirect negative impacts of digital technologies on the planet.
Please note that this is a 1-year position to begin, with possibility of renewal depending on project outcomes.
ABOUT NDEE
The Network on the Digital Economy and the Environment (nDEE) is a collaboration of the Environmental Law Institute, Yale University, and the University of California at Berkeley. The nDEE&rsquo;s mission is to catalyze and disseminate research on the energy and environmental impacts of the digital economy. These three institutions provide the initiative with a national presence and expertise in environmental assessment, management, policy, and law.
The nDEE&rsquo;s activities also include research development, grantmaking, and publishing and are jointly funded by the Internet Society Foundation (ISOC) and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. The nDEE also manages a Research Coordination Network (RCN) through additional funding from the National Science Foundation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul>
<li>Develop and execute a research-to-action agenda that explores the environmental impact of the digital economy, with a focus on use-inspired research that can lead to actionable policies, more sustainable business practices, or environmentally beneficial consumer choices or behaviors.</li>
<li>Lead a team of program staff and provide guidance and support as needed to ensure high-quality work and timely completion of deliverables.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the digital technology and environmental fields, including funders, researchers, companies, industry groups, non-governmental organizations, and policy makers, to advance the program's mission and goals.</li>
<li>Engage with academic, policy, and advocacy communities to stay informed about developments in relevant fields and promote the organization's research and advocacy efforts.</li>
<li>Incentivize engagement across the science-policy gap of these research topics, building researcher and user communications and translation skills, facilitating more networking and professional partnerships, and expanding outreach activities at both research and policy-making institutions.</li>
<li>Write reports, policy briefs, and other documents that communicate research findings and recommendations to various audiences, including policy makers, industry leaders, and the general public.</li>
<li>Represent the program and ELI more broadly at conferences, meetings, and other public events, presenting research findings and participating in panels and discussions.</li>
<li>Connect programmatic learnings and deliverables to ELI's work, facilitating and encouraging cross-pollination with the institution more broadly.</li>
<li>Support fundraising efforts for the nDEE program by leveraging existing relationships with foundations and cultivating new partnerships. Specifically, targeting grants and donations to support research initiatives, with a particular emphasis on advancing the mission of environmental protection within the digital economy landscape.</li>
<li>Build trust across organizational boundaries.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>10+ years of policy experience working on environmental or sustainability issues, preferably with a focus on digital technology.</li>
<li>A Master&rsquo;s or Ph.D. or equivalent training and expertise in a relevant field, such as environmental studies, economics, computer science, engineering or public policy.</li>
<li>Familiarity with the political and policy making landscape in Washington, DC.</li>
<li>Substantive knowledge of the positive and negative impacts that digital technology and the digital economy have on the environment.</li>
<li>Proven experience raising funds and connecting with foundations and other potential funders.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to manage a team of researchers and program staff, and to work collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex ideas to non-expert audiences.</li>
<li>Strong commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.</li>
<li>Ability to become proficient in new issue areas and contribute to creative, rigorous, analytical approaches to address them.</li>
<li>Well-developed collaborative and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Demonstrated self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.</li>
<li>Well-developed judgment to assess needs, develop strategy, establish priorities, and effectively manage multiple tasks at the same time with moderate supervision.</li>
</ul>
ABOUT ELI
The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is an environmental law, science, and policy center that makes law work for people, places, and the planet. We envision a healthy environment, prosperous economies, and vibrant communities founded on the rule of law. Our mission is to foster innovative, just, and practical law and policy solutions to enable leaders across borders and sectors to make environmental, economic, and social progress.
ELI&rsquo;s Research and Policy experts develop innovative legal and governance solutions to challenges in areas such as climate change; environmental justice; natural resource management; land conservation and smart growth; biodiversity loss and habitat destruction; and air, water, and soil pollution. Together, ELI&rsquo;s staff aims to:
<ul>
<li>Build the skills and capacity of tomorrow&rsquo;s leaders and institutions</li>
<li>Research and analyze complex and pressing environmental challenges</li>
<li>Promote and disseminate the best thinking through print and electronic media</li>
<li>Work with partners to develop and implement laws, policies, and other means to protect the environment and society</li>
<li>Convene people with diverse perspectives to build understanding through robust dialogue</li>
</ul>
For more information on ELI&rsquo;s programs, visit https://www.eli.org/programs.
COMPENSATION
Compensation starts at $105,000 and is commensurate with experience. ELI&rsquo;s total compensation includes excellent benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Health/Dental/Vision insurance</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Account</li>
<li>Employer-paid life insurance &amp; disability insurance</li>
<li>Long Term Care insurance</li>
<li>Pre-tax transportation benefit</li>
<li>Fitness Incentive</li>
<li>403(b) Retirement Savings Account with employer match</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
</ul>
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, submit an application package via ELI's online application system at https://www.eli.org/employment. Note that your submission must contain the following uploaded documents (Word or PDF format), as follows:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Cover letter</li>
<li>Resume</li>
<li>List of 3 references</li>
</ul>
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. You must use ELI&rsquo;s online application system; ELI cannot accept applications submitted by email, USPS or other shipping service, or hand delivery.
Please note that to ensure the health and safety of the ELI workforce, any offer of employment from ELI is contingent on candidates providing proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. ELI management will consider requests for religious or medical exceptions, consistent with applicable law.&nbsp;&nbsp;
ELI is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to achieving an inclusive, diverse workforce that values every individual. We firmly believe that hiring individuals with varying perspectives and backgrounds contributes to our success as an organization, and we strive to create an environment that fosters inclusiveness. As such, minority candidates and candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

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