San Diego Coastkeeper · 3 days ago
Legal Program Manager
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$68K/yr - $73K/yr
1+ years expSan Diego Coastkeeper is San Diego’s leading clean water advocacy organization, seeking a passionate individual to support their legal team. The Legal Program Manager will assist in advancing litigation and policy priorities related to water quality and environmental issues in the region.
Environmental EngineeringNon ProfitWater
Responsibilities
Work with our Senior Attorney, Staff Attorney and outside counsel on case development and tracking, which includes managing and tracking case deadlines, internal docket organization and management, case status tracking, creating exhibits, and any related support needed by the legal team
Coordinate and support field investigations, including collection of stormwater and other sampling and site inspections
Assist in factual research to support case development, including review of publicly available water quality and facility specific data, including discharge and monitoring reports submitted to state regulatory agencies
Support the legal team’s compliance oversight by managing the internal compliance docket, and tracking deadlines and deliverables in case settlement agreements to ensure that defendants meet their commitments to address pollution violations
Work closely with our legal team and Executive Director to develop, implement and manage key policy campaigns, including regulatory and legislative advocacy on the Tijuana sewage crisis, stormwater and wastewater enforcement and permit processes, potable water supply, and public trust and CEQA issues related to waterfront development projects
Create and manage systems for tracking public comment deadlines, state legislative hearings, and other public testimony opportunities at the local, regional and state level
Assist in developing talking points, fact sheets and other materials to support policy advocacy actions
Occasionally represent Coastkeeper at public meetings, either virtually or in-person, to present public testimony
Support other program staff with outreach activities, community science, and other Coastkeeper events when available
Qualification
Required
Applicants must be college graduates with at least a bachelor's degree in environmental policy, political science or a related field
1-3 years of environmental policy, regulatory or legislative advocacy experience, preferably with experience in water, climate or land use issues
Demonstrated experience with project management, including ability to oversee timelines, task lists and multiple deadlines
Superb research, analysis, writing, and organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel, as well as Adobe, and an interest and willingness to use AI tools
Demonstrated passion for and commitment to clean water, healthy ecosystems, resilient communities, and environmental health and justice, and a strong interest in San Diego regional water issues
Experience working collaboratively on a small team
Mobility to work in a standard office environment using office equipment
Must be able to sit for long periods of time and engage in basic movements such as bending, standing, and lifting weight up to 30 pounds
Must have reliable transportation for travel to meetings and events throughout the county
Preferred
Master's Degree is preferred but not required
Familiarity with state and federal administrative law and regulations is preferred but not required
Paralegal experience is desirable but not required
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Generous paid vacation
Holiday and sick leave
Company
San Diego Coastkeeper
San Diego Coastkeeper is a nonprofit organization that protects and restores swimmable, drinkable, and fishable waters.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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