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WildEarth Guardians is a regional conservation organization committed to protecting and
restoring wildlife, wild rivers, and wild places in the American West. One of our primary
programs at WildEarth Guardians is our Wildlife Program, an important component of
which is Endangered Species Act enforcement. We are searching for a very highly
motivated individual to work as Endangered Species Advocate, which entails using
science and the law to promote federal protections for a wild variety of imperiled species.
Position Summary
The focus of the Endangered Species Advocate will be to obtain federal listing, critical
habitat, recovery plans, and other vital protections for imperiled species under the
Endangered Species Act. Strategic engagement on state or local issues that bear on
imperiled species may also be necessary, to be decided with the Wildlife Program
Director, to whom the Advocate will report.
Responsibilities
• Work with the Wildlife Program Director to determine priority species for
conservation efforts.
• Investigate the biological and conservation status of potentially imperiled species
and ecosystems.
• Prepare formal petitions, comments, and other correspondence to federal and state
agencies on select species as needed.
• Review reports by, and correspond with, government agencies, scientists, and
other individuals/institutions that relate to review of select species and
ecosystems.
Experience & Education:
Individuals with 2 or more years of experience in environmental advocacy are preferred,
as are individuals with a J.D., or an M.S. or Ph.D. in a relevant field.
Special Job Requirements:
An interdisciplinary mind. This position entails analysis of science, policy, and the law
to determine the most effective ways to advocate for species on the brink. In addition,
this position requires superior writing and verbal communication skills.
Compensation and Benefits:
WildEarth Guardians offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including full
health and dental insurance, paid vacation, health leave, and paid holidays. Offering a
competitive salary, depending on qualifications.
WildEarth Guardians is an equal opportunity employer and actively works to ensure fair
and equal treatment of its employees and constituents regardless of differences based on
culture, socioeconomic status, race, marital or family situation, gender, age, ethnicity,
religious beliefs, physical ability, or sexual orientation.
Application Process:
Send the following materials electronically: cover letter explaining how your
experiences and skills match this position; résumé; writing sample; and contact and
relationship information for three references to:
Nicole Rosmarino
Wildlife Program Director
WildEarth Guardians
nrosmarino@wildearthguardians.org
Additional details and information about WildEarth Guardians can be found on our
website: www.wildearthguardians.org
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