Chief Ocean Conservation Strategist

Conservation Maven; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) seeks a Vice President for Ocean Conservation to lead a high-impact program in New England, focusing on sustainable fisheries, right whale protection, and ocean governance. The role guides a 10+ member team across policy, science, and campaigns, aligning with CLF’s strategic plan and regional partnerships.

Base in Boston with some remote work within New England, reporting to SVP for Law & Policy. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in ocean law and policy.
• Law degree and active bar membership in a New England state or reciprocity.
• Experience applying ocean conservation statutes such as Magnuson-Stevens Act and ESA.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement vision and strategy for CLF’s Ocean conservation work.
• Engage in inclusive management and healthy workplace culture.
• Build partnerships with communities most impacted by the issues.
• Work with development team to identify philanthropic support and grants.
• Develop and manage annual program budget around $1.8 million.
• Coordinate with communications on campaigns and messaging.
• Represent CLF before partner communities and policymakers.

Skills

Ocean law

Policy advocacy

Litigation

Leadership

Project management

Fundraising

Networking

Communication

Diversity equity inclusion

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) seeks a Vice President for Ocean Conservation to lead a high-impact program in New England, focusing on sustainable fisheries, right whale protection, and ocean governance. The role guides a 10+ member team across policy, science, and campaigns, aligning with CLF’s strategic plan and regional partnerships.

Base in Boston with some remote work within New England, reporting to SVP for Law & Policy. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.