We seek a dynamic, motivated and organized Hub Manager to join Earthjustice’s Clean Energy Program, directly supporting the Director of Emerging Issues and staff across the organization who are engaging in issues of load growth. The Hub Manager will support projects, streamline and implement processes, manage workflows and information, and move initiatives along. The role will set agendas, convene stakeholders, facilitate meetings, keep minutes and report out decisions and follow up tasks.

Earthjustice is the nation’s leading environmental law organization. Wielding the power of law, Earthjustice partners with our clients to take on the most critical fights of our time — fights to protect the incredible biodiversity and wild places of the planet; to avert climate disaster by transitioning society away from fossil fuels toward clean energy; and to safeguard the right of all people to a healthy environment. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.

Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Bozeman, Chicago, Denver, Honolulu, Houston, Juneau, Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, New York, Seattle, Tallahassee and Washington, D.C.

Earthjustice’s Clean Energy Program is comprised of more than 50 attorneys and professional staff, based in locations across the country. Earthjustice’s Clean Energy Program litigates and advocates in state and federal courts and before energy regulators across the country to advance an equitable clean energy transition. Our work includes expanding and increasing access to clean energy resources; advocating for the closure of coal-fired power plants; opposing efforts to build new gas-fired power plants; and advocating for the cleanup of coal waste.  We represent and partner with diverse clients individually and as part of coalitions.

This position requires strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, as well as high attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

This position is term limited to two years. The Hub Manager is expected to work a full-time (37.5 hours/week) schedule, and will work a hybrid schedule with a minimum of 1 day in-office per week in our New York office. This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities:

Operational Improvements and Project Coordination – 40%

Coordinate closely with with the Director of Emerging Issues and a core team of staff working on load growth issues to project manage and implement cross-team initiatives, ensuring deadlines are met, deliverables built and outcomes achieved.
Support the coordination of legal and non-legal staff throughout Earthjustice across offices connected to this body of work. Maximize effectiveness and organizational alignment by mapping workflows, identifying bottlenecks, establishing shared work plans, measuring progress, and communicating objectives and key results.
Help coordinate the day-to-day functioning of the group, set agendas, design, and drive team processes, run effective meetings, and work with staff to ensure informed, transparent, and timely decision-making. Serve as point of contact for scheduling working group meetings, events, and video/conference calls.
Assess and refine operational systems and processes to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and adherence to organizational standards and best practices.

Collaboration, Communications and Change Management – 40%

Maintain, curate, and lead operational improvements in internal communications spaces and resource-sharing platforms to foster collaboration and cooperation across teams.
Work collaboratively across Earthjustice to ensure clear, timely communication with internal stakeholders.
Develop and deliver clear, concise project communications for legal and non-legal staff.
Adept at change management; ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances.
Use excellent interpersonal skills and good judgment about people and situations; demonstrate high emotional intelligence.
Demonstrate an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.

Other Duties – 20%

Perform other duties and special projects as assigned in support of organizational priorities.
Uphold Earthjustice’s mission and values by fostering a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment, providing clear direction and feedback, and promoting a culture of learning for all team members.
Actively pursue professional development and contribute to a culture of learning by building skills and sharing knowledge.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred
3+ years of direct experience managing projects and/or operations for teams
Excellent organization and project management skills. Demonstrated experience in operations and administration, including streamlining processes and implementing new systems. Ability to prioritize, manage, and complete multiple complex tasks despite time pressure and unexpected challenges.
Ability to work well independently and in a team-oriented atmosphere.
High level of emotional intelligence and excellent interpersonal skills.
Experience with project management and communications tools as well as traditional legal office software. Able to learn new technologies and software.
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification a plus.
Commitment to serving the public interest and a passion for the role of Earthjustice and its mission.
Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations.

An ideal candidate will have demonstrated the ability to:
Prioritize, manage, and complete multiple complex tasks despite time pressure and unexpected challenges.
Work comfortably or be willing to learn a range of technology and software programs, including Teams, Office 360, the Microsoft Office suite, ADP, Concur and Zoom. Have an openness to learn and manage new programs and systems to improve the team’s outcomes.
Organize and motivate stakeholders, partners, managers and staff to complete project tasks without having direct authority over them.
Exercise excellent judgement and handle confidential and/or sensitive issues and information tactfully, discreetly, and diplomatically.
Think strategically, anticipate challenges, envision growth, reflect thoughtfully, and embrace change.

We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. As a 501(c)(3) organization, Earthjustice is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

Salary depends on experience and location.

Salary in New York City: $113,000-$125,500

To Apply:

Interested applicants should submit the following via Jobvite:

Resume.
One- or two-page cover letter that addresses: (1) why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and (2) what experience and skills you would bring to this position, including your project management and collaboration skills.

For this position, we are looking to hire a candidate who is available to start as soon as possible. Complete applications must be received no later than August 23, 2026.

Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies.

Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, inclusion and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are given equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor specified under applicable laws that is not related to the position.

For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.  

 For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.  

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Two-Year Hub Manager, Emerging Issues

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