<p>The Southern Environmental Law Center is accepting applications for an
Attorney position in our office in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This is an
excellent opportunity to be part of an organization that is successfully
addressing some of the most important and challenging environmental issues in
the Southeast and the nation. <br><br>
About SELC and the Chapel Hill 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 Birmingham, AL), SELC uses law and policy expertise to protect the South’s natural resources—its land, air, water, forests, 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. <br><br>
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 24-year history, SELC has earned a reputation as one of the most effective environmental organizations in the country. We currently have a staff of 86, including 45 attorneys. Additional information regarding our work and staff is available at southernenvironment.org <br><br>
SELC’s organizational structure integrates regional strategy and expertise with place-based action and results. The Chapel Hill office was opened in 1988 and has a staff of 23 including 11 attorneys.</p>
About SELC and the Chapel Hill 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 Birmingham, AL), SELC uses law and policy expertise to protect the South’s natural resources—its land, air, water, forests, 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. <br><br>
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 24-year history, SELC has earned a reputation as one of the most effective environmental organizations in the country. We currently have a staff of 86, including 45 attorneys. Additional information regarding our work and staff is available at southernenvironment.org <br><br>
SELC’s organizational structure integrates regional strategy and expertise with place-based action and results. The Chapel Hill office was opened in 1988 and has a staff of 23 including 11 attorneys.</p>
- About the Position: This position is for an experienced attorney capable of handling his/her own matters in state and federal courts and regulatory agencies, working with a team of other SELC lawyers and policy experts. The ideal candidate will be a multi-faceted lawyer with six or more years of experience including substantial litigation experience. We also will consider applications from candidates with four years experience and candidates with meaningful environmental experience absent substantial litigation experience. A strong academic background, excellent communication skills, and a deep commitment to SELC’s mission are also required. Must become a member of the North Carolina Bar.
Salary is commensurate with experience and nationally competitive with other non-profit legal organizations. SELC offers an excellent benefits package.
Chapel Hill, NC
To Apply: Send letter of interest, resume, law school transcript and at least three references to: Brenda Kenion at bkenion@selcnc.org or mail to Brenda Kenion, SELC, 200 West Franklin Street, Suite 330, Chapel Hill, NC 27516-2520. SELC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is continually seeking to diversify its staff. We strongly encourage applications from persons of all ethnic backgrounds.
Nov 29, 2010 05:00 PM
Southern Environmental Law Center
Brenda Kenion
bkenion@selcnc.org
Website:
http://www.southernenvironment.org
