Community Resilience Attorney (Part-Time, Term-Limited)

Conservation Law Foundation • Boston, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) is seeking a part-time Attorney to join its Community Resilience team. The role focuses on developing legal strategies and advocacy approaches to advance equitable public access to Massachusetts’ coast and climate-resilient waterfront development and infrastructure. The position may be filled at the Staff Attorney II or Senior Attorney level, depending on the candidate’s experience, and is based in CLF’s Boston office with some flexibility for remote work. The position is funded for two years, with potential for extended funding or placement in another funded position afterward. It is a benefits-eligible, 20-hour-per-week role with flexibility in scheduling.

The Attorney will devise and execute legal strategies, represent CLF in litigation and administrative proceedings, advise community and advocacy groups, and build coalitions among a range of stakeholders. The role also includes developing testimony and public educational materials, commenting on permits and agency actions, leading litigation teams, mentoring junior advocates, supporting inclusive workplace practices, contributing to CLF’s strategic priorities and diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments, and assisting Communications and Development teams.

CLF is a non-profit, member-supported organization that works to protect New England’s environment for the benefit of all people using law, science, and the market. It addresses environmental problems including climate change, ocean conservation, and transportation, and works with communities disproportionately affected by environmental degradation. CLF is committed to a diverse staff and an inclusive workplace culture.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of relevant experience for Staff Attorney II or 7 years for Senior Attorney.
• Law degree.
• Active Massachusetts bar membership in good standing.
• Passion and commitment to the environment, public health, and/or social justice.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to communicate analysis clearly in writing and to varied audiences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take initiative, solve problems, assess priorities, and manage varied activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to developing new skills and responsibilities.
• Commitment to working collaboratively with a diverse group of colleagues and partners.
• Passion for CLF’s mission.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with local and state permitting and environmental review processes, including Boston Article 80, Chapter 91, Wetlands Regulations, and MEPA.
• General knowledge of the geography of the greater Boston area.

Responsibilities

• Devise and execute legal strategies to achieve CLF’s advocacy goals.
• Represent CLF in litigation and administrative proceedings.
• Develop and present written and oral testimony to legislative bodies, municipalities, and state and federal agencies.
• Advise community and advocacy groups on legal and policy matters.
• Build alliances and coalitions among stakeholders, including environmental organizations, waterfront users, scientists, public officials, and businesses.
• Comment on administrative rules, state and federal permits, and other state and federal agency actions.
• Write public educational materials, articles, and opinion pieces, and communicate about advocacy work through news and social media outlets.
• Lead litigation teams and supervise and mentor junior advocates.
• Use effective and inclusive management practices that support team members and a healthy, inclusive workplace culture.
• Contribute to CLF’s strategic priorities and its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and organizational excellence.
• Assist CLF’s Communications team in delivering advocacy news and key messages to the press, members, and public.
• Assist CLF’s Development team with fundraising efforts.

Benefits

• Benefits-eligible position.
• Extensive benefits plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Open, inclusive, and accepting work environment where differences are highly respected.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree