This professional-level position will contribute to Defenders of Wildlife’s renewable energy development and wildlife conservation efforts, with a focus on offshore wind energy development (with a primary focus on the Pacific Ocean). The senior analyst will focus on offshore wind energy development risk to sensitive species, particularly those protected under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and will engage in federal and state policies and permitting processes for offshore development. The incumbent will coordinate with Defenders’ renewable energy and wildlife team on our cross-cutting land-based and offshore wind energy portfolio to ensure consistent implementation of national programs and policies. The Offshore Wind and Wildlife Policy Ana