Legislative Director, Courts, Justice, & Administrative Law at Earthjustice

September 27, 2025 Washington, DC

Legislative Director, Courts, Justice, & Administrative Law

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid / Remote possible) Type: Full-Time Salary: $168,900 – $187,700/year Category: Policy & Advocacy

About the Role:

Earthjustice is seeking a Legislative Director to lead federal legislative and administrative advocacy on court integrity, justice system, and administrative law issues. This role involves direct lobbying, strategy development, coalition building, and team leadership within Earthjustice’s Policy and Legislation team.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement legislative and administrative advocacy strategies
  • Directly lobby Congress and the Administration on key legal challenges and rulings
  • Serve as a spokesperson for Earthjustice on assigned issues
  • Maintain and expand relationships with senior staff of key congressional and administration decision-makers
  • Oversee the development of lobby and education materials
  • Collaborate with communications strategists to develop media strategies
  • Plan and execute public education and advocacy initiatives
  • Manage and mentor a team of Policy and Legislation staff

Qualifications:

  • Eight years of combined federal legislative and administrative advocacy experience
  • Juris Doctor (JD) required
  • Proven leadership skills with prior management experience
  • Significant familiarity with the administrative rulemaking process
  • Substantial knowledge of the federal legislative process
  • Experience with U.S. environmental laws
  • Excellent writing and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and proactively

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • 100% employer-paid health, dental, vision, and alternative care premiums
  • Generous vacation, sick leave, and disability benefits
  • Retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Flexible spending accounts and company-sponsored life insurance
  • Loan forgiveness eligibility under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

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