Policy Lead - Urban Ocean Lab

• Lead research and analysis on local climate adaptation, housing, land use, and resilience policies, identifying emerging trends and best practices from U.S. coastal cities
• Build and maintain relationships with city leaders, municipal networks, philanthropic and research organizations, and community-based organizations
• Lead the design and delivery of policy resources and toolkits that demonstrate how integrated climate and land use strategies can be applied in practice
• Provide input into UOL's strategic priorities and help shape the organization's local action agenda

This role helps local governments develop integrated approaches that align climate resilience and adaptation strategies with broader municipal priorities, translating promising policy solutions into scalable models for other coastal communities to build just, resilient, and livable coastal futures.

• 7+ years of experience in urban policy, climate adaptation, land use planning, or related fields
• Deep understanding of local government processes, especially around housing, zoning, infrastructure, or environmental planning
• Experience developing or implementing policy at the city or regional level
• Proven experience leading or authoring policy publications, case studies, or guidance materials
• Strong writing, research, and communication skills with ability to make complex policy ideas clear and actionable

Salary range of $120,000 - $150,000 commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, retirement savings, generous paid leave, and a flexible remote-first work environment.

Urban Ocean Lab is a coastal climate policy think tank reimagining how coastal cities respond to climate change, connecting bold ideas with practical tools to shape public imagination, inform policy, and equip local leaders to build just, resilient, and livable coastal futures.