<p>The Southern Environmental Law Center is happy to announce that it is opening an office in Birmingham, Alabama. The office initially will be staffed with two attorneys – a managing attorney and an associate attorney. Associates gain valuable experience and knowledge working with more senior attorneys on litigation and legal advocacy in state and federal courts and regulatory agencies. This is a rare opportunity to join one of the nation's most effective environmental organizations, and to address a broad range of important and challenging environmental issues. About SELC and the Birmingham Office: With offices across the region (core offices in Charlottesville, VA; Chapel Hill, NC; and Atlanta, GA; and satellite offices in Asheville, NC; Charleston, SC; Washington, DC; Richmond, VA; and now Birmingham, AL), SELC uses law and policy expertise to protect the South’s natural resources—its land, air, water, coast and wetlands—and to preserve our rural countryside and community character. Although our regional focus is the Southeast, much of our work is national in scope and impact.</p>
This entry level position is open to recent law graduates and practicing attorneys. A strong academic background and commitment to SELC’s mission are required. Litigation or environmental advocacy experience preferred.
Our approach is unique—and successful. We work in Congress and state legislatures to inform environmental law; in regulatory agencies to implement environmental laws and policies; and in the courts to stop the worst abuses of southern resources and set precedents to ensure their lasting protection. SELC works collaboratively with over 100 national, state, and local groups to enhance their efficacy and achieve our common conservation goals. Our legal and policy staff comprises some of the nation’s leading experts in their respective fields, and over its 23-year history, SELC has earned a reputation as one of the most effective environmental organizations in the country. We currently have a staff of 85, including 42 attorneys. Additional information regarding our work and staff is available at southernenvironment.org.
SELC’s organizational structure integrates regional strategy and expertise with place-based action and results. The new Birmingham office will be integrated closely with, and supported by, SELC’s Georgia/Alabama office team in Atlanta.
Salary range is $51,500 - $57,500, commensurate with experience, plus an excellent benefits package.
Birmingham, Alabama
Send letter of interest, resume, law school transcript and at least three references to: Katherine Perry at kperry@selcga.org or mail to Katherine Perry, SELC, The Candler Building, 127 Peachtree Street, Suite 605, Atlanta, GA 30303. SELC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is continually seeking to diversify its staff. We strongly encourage applications from persons of all ethnic backgrounds.
