[Remote] Legislative Affairs Program Fellow

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Rose, Klein & Marias is dedicated to advancing animal protection through legal means. The Legislative Affairs Program Fellow will develop resources and execute strategic legislative activities to promote animal protection legislation, while managing day-to-day project responsibilities including outreach, research, and writing.

Responsibilities

• Legislative Affairs Program Fellowships further the mission of the Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF) to protect the lives and advance the interests of animals through the legal system
• Provide in-house expertise for staff on questions concerning legislation including tracking and analysis
• Develop skills through participating in legislative campaigns at the local, state, and federal level
• Manage drafting, editing, and submission of support/opposition memos and testimony on behalf of the Animal Legal Defense Fund
• Work with Communications and other departments to answer questions on Legislative Affairs Program work and to propose, draft, proof, and/or edit content on legislation
• Coordinate, as needed, with other programs, including the Litigation Program, Criminal Justice Program, Animal Law Program, Transparency and Regulatory Affairs Program and Pro Bono Programs
• Prepare and deliver presentations for professional conferences, fundraising events, etc. when needed
• Perform other duties as assigned to advance the Legislative Affairs Program and the Animal Legal Defense Fund’s strategic objectives and mission

Skills

• Juris Doctor, excellent performance in law school, and admission (either anticipated or already granted) to practice law in at least one state
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Solutions-oriented mindset
• Exceptional interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with others in a team-oriented work environment
• Experience with basic software applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and internet browsers
• Commitment to working with integrity
• A commitment to building and participating in an inclusive workplace
• Understand and be committed to the mission of the Animal Legal Defense Fund
• The ability to travel periodically for staff meetings and retreats (estimated 1-3 trips annually)
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care, dental, life and vision benefits (100% employer paid)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA) are also available
• 192 hours of PTO
• 19 paid holidays
• 1-month paid sabbatical after 5 years of continuous employment
• 16 weeks paid parental leave
• 401k plan with a maximum 5% employer contribution match after one year of employment
• Alternative work schedules (at manager’s discretion)
• One time remote work allowance of $750
• Annual professional development reimbursement of up to $1,000

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