ENVIRONMENTAL/ENERGY SPECIALIST (FELLOWSHIP)

The State of Arizona is seeking an Environmental/Energy Specialist for a fellowship role to support attorneys in environmental litigation. Candidates should have a passion for environmental law and energy policy, with preferred knowledge in these areas. The position involves research, report preparation, and tracking policies. While based in Phoenix, AZ, it may allow for partial remote work depending on business needs. A Bachelor's degree is required.
ATTORNEY GENERAL (DEPT OF LAW) ENVIRONMENTAL/ENERGY SPECIALIST (FELLOWSHIP) Job Location: Phoenix, AZ

Posting Details: Salary: $105,000
Closing Date: 02/24/2025, 5:00pm Job Summary:

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office Environmental Protection Unit is seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented energy expert to play a vital role in addressing pressing environmental issues impacting Arizona’s communities and resources as an Environmental/Energy Specialist. In this dynamic role, you will directly support our attorneys in pursuing complex environmental litigation aimed at safeguarding Arizona’s environment.
A passion for environmental law, energy policy, and a strong desire to protect Arizona’s environment are essential. Experience and/or knowledge of energy policy and environmental issues is preferred. NYU pays the salaries of the fellow, but the fellow's sole duty of loyalty is to the attorney general in whose office they serve. All work performed by the fellows is entirely identified and managed by the respective government official.

For more information regarding this fellowship program, please visit NYU’s website at: https://stateimpactcenter.org/about/fellows-program?

Remote Options: This position may be eligible for partial remote work based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Job Duties:

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to timely and accurate preparation of a wide variety of reports, memos and briefings. Research of Arizona environmental and energy issues. Track state and national policies and provide technical analysis as needed. Other tasks as outlined by AZ Attorney General Mayes and direct supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

KNOWLEDGE
Deep expertise in energy/environmental policy.
Understanding of the attorney/client relationship including the need for confidentiality and discretion.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Accurate and detail-oriented with sound judgment and integrity.

SKILLS
Skilled in researching and extracting information from statutes, codes, legal documents, court decisions and scientific journals.
Work well in a challenging and fast-paced environment, respond well to changing priorities and regularly demonstrate a professional, positive and supportive attitude.
Project management experience desired.

ABILITIES
Ability to track multiple environmental/energy policies/projects.
Ability to utilize automated case management systems and follow office procedures for maintaining and tracking records.
Ability to organize, prioritize and perform varied tasks and track multiple deadlines simultaneously.

Selective Preference(s):

Experience and/or knowledge of energy and environmental issues is preferred. Master's Degree preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree required.

Travel is required for this position. A valid Arizona Driver’s License is required, along with consent to have your driving record run periodically.

All applicants under serious consideration for a fellowship with the Attorney General's Office are required to be fingerprinted by the Office and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies. A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check. Your record does not automatically constitute a bar to employment. Factors such as, but not limited to, age at time of offense and age of offense, as well as the relationship between the offense and the job for which you apply will be taken into account.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:

The selected candidate will be eligible for subsidized health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage) and life insurance; leave, including annual (vacation), personal, sick, and paid parental leave. The candidate is also eligible to participate in a retirement plan. For more information about benefits for this fellowship, please visit NYU’s website at: https://www.nyu.edu/employees/benefit/full-time/administrators-professionals/benefits-guide-2025.html

Retirement:

Refer to the benefits section.
Contact Us:

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Human Resources at (602) 542-8056 or email us at humanresources@azag.gov.

During all phases of the selection process, people with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the AG’s Human Resources Office at (602) 542-8056 or via e-mail at HumanResources@azag.gov. The Arizona Office of the Attorney General does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age in its programs, activities or in its hiring and employment practices. The following division has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Operations Division, 2005 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004, Phone: (602) 542-8056, Fax: (602) 542-8000.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.