Policy Manager

Core responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with the Senior Policy Director to advance ARLA's mission and programs
• Research, track, and analyze policy, regulations, and issues related to ARLA's mission and programs
• Identify, develop, and nurture relationships with partners, ally organizations, policymakers, and other stakeholders
• Be responsible for project management of ARLA's cross-sectoral collaboration projects, including scoping, budgeting, planning, communication, scheduling, engaging with consultants, reporting, and coordinating project phases

This role accelerates meaningful, equitable, and holistic climate resilience in Los Angeles County by enabling collaboration across governments, nonprofits, and communities to create a safer, healthier, and more prepared region.

Required skills and experience:

• At least five years of direct experience in policy work within local government or nonprofit sectors
• Degree in public policy, planning, urban ecology, environmental science, natural resources management, or other related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Working knowledge of climate resilience, environmental justice, and the multiple benefits stemming from utilizing green infrastructure and nature-based solutions
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills with exceptional interpersonal abilities

No compensation, perks, or culture highlights mentioned in the job description.

Accelerate Resilience L.A. (ARLA) envisions Los Angeles as a climate-resilient region that is safer, healthier, and more prepared for our increasingly dangerous climate reality. ARLA works to heal living systems by bringing together built, natural, and social systems in ways that help people and places thrive.