Policy Analyst at The Conservation Law Foundation Boston, MA

The Conservation Law Foundation is seeking a Policy Analyst for its Boston office to work on environmental protection in New England. Responsibilities include research, policy analysis, community engagement, and public communication. Candidates should have 2-3 years of relevant experience and a degree in a related field. The role offers some flexibility for remote work within New England, emphasizing a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Policy Analyst job at The Conservation Law Foundation. Boston, MA.

Conservation Law

Foundation (CLF) is seeking a Policy Analyst to join our team working to

protect New England’s environment for all people. The Policy Analyst will work

in the organization’s Healthy and Resilient Communities program, working

closely with an interdisciplinary team of staff and community partners to

advance CLF’s work on getting ready for climate impacts, supporting healthy

neighborhoods, and promoting environmentally just investments. The position

will be based in CLF’s Boston office with flexibility for some remote work

within New England.

What you’ll do

· Prepare and edit

memoranda, reports, presentations, and other materials;

· Draft and publicly

present comments on projects, policies, and plans;

· Conduct data

management and analysis including geospatial analysis, demographic research,

parsing data, web mapping or other tasks;

· Conduct legal and

policy research in the areas of climate resilience; affordable and stable

housing; climate gentrification; and investment and development

· Provide technical

planning assistance to community partners and work collaboratively with

partners on research and advocacy;

·

Help build alliances and participate in coalitions among

community groups, public officials, business interests, and advocacy

organizations around specific advocacy initiatives;

· Write public education

materials and public-facing communication pieces such as blogs and help inform

communication strategies;

· Mentor and manage

interns and students; and

· Contribute to CLF’s strategic priorities and commitment to

diversity, equity and inclusion and organizational excellence.

What you’ll need

We are looking for a

motivated self-starter that is able to work both independently and as a

productive team member. To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

· 2-3 years of related

experience in research, advocacy, or planning;

· An undergraduate

degree in urban studies, geography, planning, policy, public health, environmental

studies, or a related field;

· A passion and

commitment to environmental, public health, anti-racism and/or social justice

work;

· Excellent analytical

skills and the ability to put your analysis into writing that is easily

understood;

· Excellent written and

oral communication skills, and ability to communicate with racially,

ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities;

· Strong organizational

and interpersonal skills; ability to take initiative, solve problems, assess

priorities, and manage a variety of activities in a fast-paced environment;

· An understanding of

urban planning and land use concepts;

· Strong administrative

capabilities, including proficiency with Microsoft Office;

· Beginner to

intermediate level GIS skills (ArcMap/ESRI preferred) with an interest in

developing this skill; and

· Commitment to

diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The following additional

skills or experiences will be beneficial in the role:

· A master’s degree in

urban planning, geography/geographical information systems, public policy, environmental

science, or a related field; and

· Experience with Adobe

Creative Suite (InDesign and Illustrator)

Our highest priority is

finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color

and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet

every one of the qualifications described in a job description. Our hiring

process is centered on assessing candidates with various lived experiences. We

encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our

described qualifications or have a less traditional background.

 About CLF

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) protects New

England’s environment for the benefit of all people. A non-profit,

member-supported organization, CLF uses the law, science, and the market to

solve the region’s most challenging environmental problems, from climate change

to ocean conservation to transportation. Every day, CLF advocates stand up for

New Englanders—in statehouses, courthouses, boardrooms, regulatory hearings,

and community gatherings—to forge innovative paths to environmental progress

and economic prosperity for all in our region. To that end, CLF frequently

works with communities of color, and those that are economically or otherwise

disadvantaged, which often suffer disproportionately from the impacts of

environmental degradation.

CLF is committed to

diversity among our staff, volunteers, boards, and membership and creating a

positive, inclusive workplace culture where all can thrive.

Salary & Benefits

CLF offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits plan, and an open and accepting work environment where differences are highly respected. The starting salary range for the position is $55,000 - $64,000; actual salary will reflect experience and qualifications.

We recognize the value of work-life balance and also strive to create opportunities for growth for all employees through professional development.