24 environment jobs found

Stanford University invites applications for one or more faculty appointments at the assistant, associate, or full professor level in the broad area of environmental behavioral sciences. The search is looking for candidates involved in the study of human behavior, human ecology, or human institutions as they pertain to sustainability, climate change, adaptation, or resilience. This search is part of a broader effort to build an environmental behavior sciences department in the new Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability (SDSS). Appointments from this search will be made in SDSS. Candidates must have a PhD, JD, or terminal degree in a field relevant to the search, an excellent record of scholarly work, a dedication to teaching, and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek interdisciplinary scholars from the broad set of social and behavioral sciences. Purely by way of example, this includes scholars from psychology, cognitive or decision...

Ast. General Counsel, Health & Research Affairs   University Job Title: Assistant General Counsel   Bargaining Unit: None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)   Time Type: Full time   Duration Type: Regular   Compensation Grade: General Counsel   Wage Ranges: Click https://your.yale.edu/work-yale/careers/wage-ranges to see our Wage Ranges   Work Location: Central Campus   Worksite Address: 2 Whitney Avenue New Haven, CT 06510   Work Week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)   Searchable Job Family: Legal and Regulatory Affairs   Total # of Hours to be Works: 37.5   Position Focus:   Yale University seeks an Assistant General Counsel for Health and Research Affairs to support the Schools of Medicine, Nursing and Public Health, the University's health services and faculty practice, and the University's...

About Safe Passage Project Safe Passage Project provides free lawyers to young refugees and immigrants who are being deported. To date, we have supported more than 1,000 young people in NYC. The New York Immigration Court has more than 15,000 cases involving unaccompanied minors on its docket, many of whom are fleeing trauma such as gang violence and recruitment, abuse, and sexual assault.   Immigrant children are not afforded free legal representation by the government, regardless of their age. As a result more than half of immigrant children must go through immigration proceedings without the aid of a lawyer. Without a lawyer, more than 80% of children are issued deportation orders, returning to the danger from which they fled. This is where Safe Passage Project steps in, providing free legal assistance to these refugees and immigrant children in New York City and Long Island. About the Role...

About Safe Passage Project Safe Passage Project provides free lawyers to young refugees and immigrants who are being deported. To date, we have supported more than 1,000 young people in NYC. The New York Immigration Court has more than 15,000 cases involving unaccompanied minors on its docket, many of whom are fleeing trauma such as gang violence and recruitment, abuse, and sexual assault.   Immigrant children are not afforded free legal representation by the government, regardless of their age. As a result, more than half of immigrant children must go through immigration proceedings without the aid of a lawyer. Without a lawyer, more than 80% of children are issued deportation orders, returning to the danger from which they fled. This is where Safe Passage Project steps in, providing free legal assistance to these refugees and immigrant children in New York City and Long Island....

About Safe Passage Project Safe Passage Project provides free lawyers to young refugees and immigrants who are being deported. To date, we have supported more than 1,000 young people in NYC. The New York Immigration Court has more than 15,000 cases involving unaccompanied minors on its docket, many of whom are fleeing trauma such as gang violence and recruitment, abuse, and sexual assault.   Immigrant children are not afforded free legal representation by the government, regardless of their age. As a result more than half of immigrant children must go through immigration proceedings without the aid of a lawyer. Without a lawyer, more than 80% of children are issued deportation orders, returning to the danger from which they fled. This is where Safe Passage Project steps in, providing free legal assistance to these refugees and immigrant children in New York City and Long Island. About the Role...

Boston College Introduction Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,445 full-time undergraduates and 5,125 graduate and professional students. Ranked 35 among national universities, Boston College has 878 full-time and 1,201 FTE faculty, 2,750 non-faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.2 billion, and an endowment in excess of $2.8 billion. Job Description The Assistant Dean will serve the mission of the Career Services Office (CSO) to educate and empower our law students in their job searches and continuing career development. The Assistant Dean represents the Law School to internal and external constituencies, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, the legal community, potential employers, and the public. The CSO provides career planning and advising services to approximately 800 J.D. students and to our alumni population. In addition to overseeing the administration and...

FHI 360 staff working in the United States are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, regardless of the type of project or client they serve, or of their employment status (full/part-time, remote, telework, or in-office), unless an accommodation applies.  FHI 360 complies with federal, state, and local laws with regard to accommodations related to this policy. Full vaccination is currently defined as two weeks after the second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccine, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. Booster doses are not required at this time.  Provides legal advice, counsel, and oversight for basic to complex legal matters affecting the organization.  Areas of advice and counsel include but are not limited to compliance, contracting, employment, risk management, and governance in US and international operations. Serves as Office of General Counsel representative to internal...

Sacramento County Employees’ Retirement System Sacramento, California General Counsel Annual salary range: $160,275 to $254,298 The salary is supplemented by an extensive benefit package. Final filing date: Monday, February 6, 2023. Located in California’s beautiful capital city, the Sacramento County Employees’ Retirement System is a public employee retirement system including the County of Sacramento, Superior Court of California in Sacramento, and eleven special districts. The ideal candidate possesses knowledge and experience specific to the operation of a public retirement system, including advising a multimember governing body, and will have the ability to establish an effective working relationship with a diverse group of customers. The General Counsel is a key member of the executive team and plays a significant role in policymaking and leadership of the organization. Exceptional communication skills – both written and verbal – are essential to the...

General Counsel   Western University of Health Sciences   Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) invites nominations and applications for the position of general counsel.   WesternU is a non-profit, private university with its main campus in Pomona, California and a second campus in Lebanon, Oregon. Founded in 1977, Western University of Health Sciences' mission is to produce, in a humanistic tradition, health care professionals, and biomedical knowledge that will enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities.   WesternU is the largest graduate health professions university in the nation, employing over 1,100 dedicated faculty and staff with enrollment of more than 3,700 students in 28 degree programs across eight colleges, including: College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Graduate Nursing, Veterinary Medicine, Dental Medicine, Optometry, and Podiatric Medicine. Its Lebanon, Oregon campus...

The ACLU of Idaho Foundation is seeking a Legal Director to lead the ACLU of Idaho’s Legal Department. The Legal Director is a thought leader who will work collaboratively to develop and manage impact litigation challenging laws and policies that impact vulnerable Idahoans. The Legal Director works with our policy, organizing, and communications staff in addition to our Executive Director, national ACLU staff, coalition partners, and others to develop a strategic, smart, and innovative docket and advance advocacy efforts. The Legal Director will work with the ACLU of Idaho Legal Panel and assist with recruiting and working successfully with cooperating attorneys.  The Legal Director manages a full and active docket of cases with co-counsel support from the national office and outside firms. The Legal Director also maintains their own small caseload to further organizational priorities, including, but not limited to LGBTQ equality, racial justice in education and policing,...

Overview We are not just offering a job but a meaningful career! Come join our passionate team! As a Fortune 50 company, we hire the best employees to serve our customers, making us a leader in the insurance and financial services industry. State Farm embraces diversity and inclusion to ensure a workforce that is engaged, builds on the strengths and talents of all associates, and creates a Good Neighbor culture. We offer competitive benefits and pay with the potential for an annual financial award based on both individual and enterprise performance. Our employees have an opportunity to participate in volunteer events within the community and engage in a learning culture. We offer programs to assist with tuition reimbursement, professional designations, employee development, wellness initiatives, and more! Visit our Careers page for more information on our benefits , locations and the process of joining the State Farm team! Responsibilities State Farm Mutual Automobile...

Job Description:  The USTP is seeking an attorney experienced in litigation practice and bankruptcy law to oversee bankruptcy cases filed in the federal judicial districts covered by the Region and/or field office, litigate enforcement matters on behalf of the Program, oversee private trustees, handle appellate matters, and refer criminal conduct identified in connection with bankruptcy case oversight. The Program seeks to hire and cultivate talented trial attorneys and provides them with frequent and meaningful court experience on a variety of issues arising in bankruptcy cases. As a Trial Attorney in a field office, the typical duties include the following: Oversee the administration of bankruptcy cases filed in the judicial districts served by the Region and the field office; Litigate issues arising in chapter 11 proceedings, including those involving corporate governance, and issues arising in employment applications, fee applications, disclosure statements, and...

Job Description:  The Program is seeking experienced attorney applicants for the position of Assistant United States Trustee to lead and manage the Chattanooga field office that oversees bankruptcy cases filed in the Chattanooga and Winchester Divisions of the Eastern District of Tennessee. Chattanooga also has primary responsibility for the Knoxville and Greeneville Divisions of the Eastern District of Tennessee, although a satellite unit based in Knoxville, TN, services the cases in those Divisions on a daily basis. As the Assistant United States Trustee, the typical duties include the following: Manage and oversee the administration of the field office, including all bankruptcy cases filed in the judicial district served by the office; Advise and partner with the Executive Office and the United States Trustee on policy questions, legal issues of national importance arising in cases, and other significant matters to enhance the Program’s mission locally, and help...

Clinical Supervisor and Lecturer: Entrepreneurship Legal Clinic   Location: Philadelphia, PA   Open Date: Sep 15, 2022   Deadline:   The University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School invites applicants for the position of Clinical Supervisor and Lecturer in its in-house, live client, transactional law clinic. The Entrepreneurship Legal Clinic (ELC) was founded in 1982 as one of the nation's first legal clinics devoted to the study and practice of business law. It serves both for-profit and non-profit organizational clients by placing students in the role of “lead counsel” for economically and socially impactful ventures.   The Clinical Supervisor and Lecturer will work closely with the Director of the ELC in all activities, including course planning, teaching, supervising and mentoring law students, representing clients, clinic administration, and community education, engagement and outreach.   The successful applicant...

Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights of the San Francisco Bay Area (“LCCRSF”) is pleased to invite nominations and applications for its next Executive Director . As one of the oldest civil rights institutions on the West Coast, LCCRSF works to dismantle systems of oppression and racism and to build an equitable and just society. Formed in 1968 to bridge the legal community and the Civil Rights Movement, we’re known for advancing the rights of people of color, immigrants, refugees, and low-income individuals. We also invest in legal fellows and support a network of over 1,000 active pro bono attorneys who work in solidarity with us. The Executive Director (ED)--with the support of a high impact staff, engaged Board of Directors, and a dynamic network of skilled pro bono legal professionals and community partners--works on many of the most compelling civil rights issues of our time, with issues and campaigns squarely focused on historically marginalized communities. LCCRSF’s...

  The County of San Diego's Office of County Counsel has an immediate vacancy for a  Deputy County Counsel  to render legal services and perform legal assignments in an exciting and rewarding position. This position acts as an advocate on behalf of the County of San Diego, its departments, employees, boards and commissions, as well as special districts by advising clients and representing them before trial, appellate courts and administrative bodies.    Future Salary Increases July 2023 – 4.15% increase to base pay (2.75% Across-the-Board + 1.40% Market Increase) July 2024 – 4.15% increase to base pay (2.75% Across-the-Board + 1.40% Market Increase) The County Counsel’s Office generally supports remote teleworking and a teleworking schedule with a mix of in-office and remote work may be available for this position.   The first review of resumes will take place on January 3, 2023. Interviews will take place the week of January 30,...

  The County of San Diego's Office of County Counsel has an immediate opening for  Senior Deputy County Counsel  in a rewarding and productive position performing legal work for local government.   Future Salary Increases July 2023 – 4.15% increase to base pay (2.75% Across-the-Board + 1.40% Market Increase) July 2024 – 4.15% increase to base pay (2.75% Across-the-Board + 1.40% Market Increase)   The County Counsel’s Office generally supports remote teleworking and a teleworking schedule with a mix of in-office and remote work may be available in this position. The first review of resumes will take place on January 3, 2023. Interviews will take place the week of January 30, 2023. Additional interview dates may be added. Job offers for selected candidates will be made shortly after the interviews. Candidates who are offered positions will be immediately scheduled for a background.   If you are not selected for this interview...

University of Cincinnati, Dean of the College of Law   The University of Cincinnati seeks an innovative and dynamic leader to serve as Dean of the College of Law. Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the College of Law and a member of the Council of Deans, who actively participates in the governance of the university.   Within the University, the College of Law, with an enrollment of more than 400 students, is the fourth oldest continually operating law school in the nation, and it is committed to educate leaders in the pursuit of justice and the advancement of the role of law in society. Housed in a newly-opened building in the heart of campus, the college is committed to maintaining a robust and collegial learning environment that blends theory and practice including programs and clinics that focus on social justice and public service (the Urban Morgan Institute for...

Northwest Justice Project (NJP) offers a unique leadership opportunity in a mission-driven organization serving the legal aid needs of low-income people and communities in the North Central region of Washington State.  Wenatchee is the largest city in this region and the area includes breathtaking geography and a variety recreational options, and offers significant opportunity for professional growth and development within a larger statewide legal aid program.   NJP is a not-for-profit law firm that provides free civil legal services to address fundamental human needs and advance justice for low-income persons throughout the state. NJP pursues its mission of Combatting Injustice • Strengthening Communities • Protecting Human Dignity through legal advice and representation, community partnerships, and education to empower clients and combat injustice in all its forms.   NJP is seeking qualified candidates to serve as Managing Attorney for its regional service office...

We are accepting applications for an Associate Attorney to join the Community Partnerships Program in Los Angeles. The associate attorney will add cross-organization capacity but will focus on matters handled by their home office. The ideal candidate will join our team by April 2023. Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization.  We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country.  We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, individuals, and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer. Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a...