Jobs: Meet NRDC Staff

Our dedicated lawyers, scientists and other experts are the force behind NRDC's remarkable achievements. Read on to learn what some of our staff members say about working at NRDC.

"NRDC, in addition to being a wonderful working environment, provides an incredible learning experience. There is an endless wealth of knowledge and expertise to draw upon, and plenty of encouraging and supportive staff to share it all with you."

—Emily Alves, Program Assistant, Legislative Affairs, Washington, DC, with NRDC since 2006

"I love being surrounded every day with the smartest group of people I've ever worked with -- the best scientists, lawyers, and communicators. And I love knowing that if these people succeed in what they're doing, there's a fighting chance my kids will grow up in a better world."

—George Black, Articles Editor, OnEarth Magazine, New York, with NRDC since 2004

Photo: Lisa Whiteman

"I came here because the Science Center provides the best venue to address the greatest environmental challenges. We have the best team searching for solutions and hard facts, and we seek to be honest brokers between scientists, communities, business, and government."

—Gabriela Chavarria, Director, Science Center, Washington, DC, with NRDC since 2006

Photo: Matt Greenslade

"As someone who works within administration, I am truly grateful to have found an organization with such an honorable and valuable mission. The work is interesting and pertinent, and what's more, it's just wonderful working alongside people I genuinely like and admire."

—Angeliki Elefteriou, Human Resources Generalist, Administration, New York, with NRDC since 2003

Photo: Lisa Whiteman

"Here's what I love about working at NRDC: the unmatched integrity and commitment of the staff and the autonomy that NRDC grants its staff to develop environmental solutions that work."

—Barbara Finamore, Senior Attorney, China Program, Beijing, with NRDC since 1996

"Nobody in our society should have to bear the brunt of environmental pollution. We all have a right to clean air and healthy water. Working to protect those rights is the inspiration that led me to become a lawyer."

Watch a short video of Al describing NRDC's environmental justice work in post-Katrina New Orleans.

—Albert Huang, Environmental Justice Attorney, Urban Program, New York, with NRDC since 2005

Photo: Lisa Whiteman

"Being an environmentalist is about protecting public health; it's about ensuring that everyone has the basic right to clean air and clean water. I love working at NRDC because it gives me the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of real people every day."

Watch a short video of Melissa discussing her work fighting port pollution ... and winning!

—Melissa Lin Perrella, Staff Attorney, Southern California Air Project, Los Angeles, with NRDC since 2004

Photo: Laura Kleinhenz

"NRDC is remarkably collegial and entrepreneurial. Working on the biggest environmental problems in the nation and the world is not easy. So when you find someplace that is functional, effective and fun, you plan to stick around for a while."

—Barry Nelson, Senior Policy Analyst, Western Water Program, San Francisco, with NRDC since 2000

"I like working at NRDC because it allows me to focus on the problems that move me the most, to function with a high level of autonomy and control, and to have the support of the environmental organization generally recognized as the most effective in the country. And it is difficult to imagine finding a better group of colleagues anywhere."

—Joel Reynolds, Senior Attorney, LA Urban Program, Los Angeles, with NRDC since 1990

Photo: Matt Greenslade

"Working here gives you the chance to make a real difference in the world. Plus I love working with the smartest, most dedicated, most effective advocates on the planet. After 30 years at NRDC, I still look forward to coming to work."

—Jacob Scherr, Senior Attorney, International Program, Washington, DC, with NRDC since 1976

Photo: Matt Greenslade

"We do not have to sacrifice clean air and a healthy environment to maintain a high standard of living - and anyone who tells you different is selling something (probably coal)."

—Patrice Simms, Senior Project Attorney, Clean Air Project, Washington, DC, with NRDC since 2005

"What I love about working at NRDC is talking with our Members and helping them take personal action to help save the environment."

—Gina Trujillo, Director of Membership Development and Services, New York, with NRDC since 1991

Photo: Lisa Whiteman

"NRDC staffers are incredibly talented, terrifically smart and able, committed to environmental protection, loyal to their colleagues, and fun and interesting to be around."

Watch a short video of Johanna talking about the impact global warming has on our national parks.

—Johanna H. Wald, Senior Attorney, Lands Program, San Francisco, with NRDC since 1973

Photo: Matt Greenslade

"I have the privilege of working with a team of talented people whose daring and fierce dedication to saving the earth inspire me every day."

Watch a short video of Louisa talking about bears.

—Louisa Willcox, Senior Wildlife Advocate, Livingston, MT, with NRDC since 2002

Photo: Stenzel Photography