JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Regional Outreach
Support outreach to stakeholders of the Lake Pontchartrain watershed.
Share information on the Urban Waters Federal Partnership.
Conduct outreach to potential members for the Urban Waters membership portal.
Legislative Tracking
Monitor the Louisiana State Legislature for bills and resolutions related to water quality, accessibility, affordability, flooding, and drainage, including legislation concerning the Mississippi River, marshlands, and relevant agencies (LDEQ, LDH, C&E, CPRA).
Support the development of TWC’s 2026 State Legislative Report.
Research and Analysis
Conduct research on water-related reports, resources, toolkits, etc. within the Lake Pontchartrain watershed.
Conduct research on local water infrastructure and analyze best practices
Develop written content, including blogs on local, regional, and national water issues for publication.
Team Collaboration
Attend weekly check-ins with the Policy Team to discuss ongoing projects and goals.
Complete additional research tasks as requested by the Policy Team.
Qualifications:
Interest or knowledge in water policy, environmental justice, public health, or sustainability. Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to synthesize information from a wide variety of sources for a broad audience.
Demonstrated analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and adapt to a flexible schedule.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Canva is preferred.
Familiarity with Louisiana's political landscape and key environmental issues is a plus.
Learning Opportunities:
Gain experience in localized outreach and policy research.
Develop writing skills through blog posts and policy briefs.
Collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to water sustainability and equity.
Build a network of professionals in the environmental and policy sectors.
Expectations:
Commit to an average of 8-12 hours per week from January to June, with a possibility of an extension.
Be punctual and communicate proactively about availability and deadlines.
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