Vermont Conservation Voters

Would you – or someone you know – like to learn about the legislative process, tracking issues related to climate change, land use (including Act 250, housing and transportation), environmental justice, clean water, forests and wildlife?

Vermont Conservation Voters (VCV), Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC) and the Vermont Planners Association (VPA) are seeking a Legislative Intern to help track forward-looking environmental legislation moving through the State House during the 2025 legislative session (January through May 2025).

Duties will include: Monitoring relevant State House hearings and reporting to VNRC, VCV and VPA staff on results of those hearings; Tracking the movements of, and changes made to, specific bills that VNRC, VCV and VPA are following; Possibly engaging with lawmakers; and Additional tasks, as assigned, which could include conducting basic research, drafting bill summaries, and developing talking points or other documents for VNRC, VCV and VPA staff to use to advance our issues in the Legislature

The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated interest in state-level policies and policy-making, strong oral and written communication skills, and be diplomatic, curious, and able to take initiative. Although flexible, the typical schedule for this position is Monday through Friday for an average of 32 hours per week, starting on January 6, 2025 and ending in mid-May. The Legislative Intern is expected to split their time between the Vermont State House and our Montpelier office, but some work may be performed remotely.

Compensation is $17.50 per hour.

Please apply by sending your resume and a letter of interest to Alex Connizzo, aconnizzo@vnrc.org, by Friday, November 1, 2024. Incomplete applications or applications submitted via other means may not be considered.

Please contact aconnizzo@vnrc.org or (802) 223-2328 x126 if you have any questions.

Vermont Conservation Voters (VCV) is looking for a new Executive Director to lead the organization during an exciting time of growth and expanding impact. The ideal candidate is a seasoned and collaborative nonprofit leader familiar with electoral and legislative campaigns, environmental policy, environmental justice, and the Vermont political landscape. The position requires exceptional communication and relationship-building skills and a candidate that leads with vision and authenticity in a fast-paced and complex environment.

VCV works to elect environmentally-friendly candidates to public office and holds them accountable for the decisions they make affecting our air, water, wildlife, land, communities, and health. The Executive Director manages and coordinates all programs, generates organizational cohesion and sense of direction, keeps the Board of Directors informed and engaged, maintains and strengthens membership and development, and provides an articulate voice for VCV on all its core issues. The position also supports the work of our strategic partner, Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC).

VCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates whose identities have been historically underrepresented in the environmental movement, including people who identify as Black, Indigenous, Hispanic or Latino, Asian or Pacific Islander, or people of color; people from marginalized economic backgrounds; and people living with disabilities.

This is a full-time position based in Montpelier, with a starting salary of $75,000 to $90,000, plus a $20,000 annual stipend. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, but must be submitted no later than October 11th. The anticipated start date is mid- to late-November.

A full position profile can be found at http://www.vermontconservationvoters.com/employment. Email applications@vermontconservationvoters.com to apply!