The Maryland League of Conservation Voters (LCV) advocates for sound conservation policies, promotes pro-environment candidates for public office, and holds elected officials accountable for the decisions they make affecting our air, water, lands, and quality of life.

Maryland LCV seeks a Political and Legislative Manager to develop and implement electoral campaign plans, advocate for conservation policies at the state level and manage Maryland LCV’s accountability program.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Running Maryland LCV’s endorsement process and developing, implementing, and overseeing campaign activities in election years.

• Working with the broader environmental community to advocate for conservation policies during the legislative session.

• Tracking the Maryland General Assembly including legislation relevant to Maryland LCV and the coalitions we work with and votes made in committee and on the floor.

• Writing a variety of institutional documents including testimony for priority legislation, the weekly “Hot List” of environmental priorities, the “Legislative Wrap-Up” at the end of the General Assembly session, the annual Maryland General Assembly Scorecard and the bi-annual report card on the Governor.

• Working with the broader environmental community to plan events for environmental activists.

• Helping with other duties as required (including fundraising).

The following skills are required for the successful applicant:

• At least 2 to 3 years experience in political or issue campaigns.

• Strong understanding of Maryland’s legislative process and political climate.

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

• Experience in working with the policy-makers, the media, and community organizations.

• Detail-oriented, with good organizational skills and follow-through.

• Ability to work under own initiative, as well as part of a team. The following skills and experience are preferred for the successful applicant:

• Experience with environmental issues.

• Proficiency in using Excel and data base programs.

Compensation:

Compensation depends upon qualifications and experience and includes benefits such as health and dental insurance, vacation and a 401K plan.

Position Requirements:

This is a full time position based in Annapolis. Evening and weekend hours are required to be successful. Availability: We seek to have the successful candidate begin on or around September 15, 2009.

To Apply:

Electronic resumes preferred. Please submit resume in Microsoft Word or PDF format to cschwartz@mdlcv.org or mail to Cindy Schwartz, Maryland LCV, Nine State Circle, Suite 202, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Application Deadline is September 4, 2009.

Maryland LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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