Director of Justice Programs
Alliance for Justice is a national association of almost 100 organizations dedicated to advancing justice and democracy. For 30 years we have been leaders in the fight for a more equitable society on behalf of a broad constituency of environmental, consumer, civil and women’s rights, children’s, senior citizens’ and other groups. Alliance for Justice is premised on the belief that all Americans have the right to secure justice in the courts and to have our voices heard when government makes decisions that affect our lives.
AFJ is seeking a Director of Justice Programs. The Director of Justice Programs is a senior staff member who will be responsible for managing research and developing and implementing strategy around AFJ's justice policy initiatives. The Director of Justice position reports to the executive vice president.
Responsibilities:
The Director of Justice Programs is expected to be a national authority on the broad range of legal policy issues handled by AFJ. The person serving in this position will:
- Direct AFJ's programs related to justice including judicial selection, access to justice and accountability;
- Review and edit all substantive work of the justice programs including reports, editorials, and fact sheets.
- Speak at legal and policy conferences, serve as a media surrogate for AFJ's President, and brief academics, Congressional staff, Board of Directors, member organizations and other audiences.
- Represent AFJ to other organizations as part of coalitions on justice issues.
- Manage a staff of legal researchers and lobbyists.
- Participate in key meetings with Members of Congress and staff (Director's responsibilities will not require registering as lobbyist);
- Oversee the production of substantive materials for grassroots education, media, legal advisory committees and other audiences for AFJ justice programs and campaigns.
- Secure funding for AFJ justice programs in cooperation with development and executive teams.
- Report on program priorities and accomplishments as needed.
- Participate in senior staff meetings and decisions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- J.D. and a minimum of seven years of experience in legal policy or advocacy work;
- Exceptional analytical, writing and speaking skills;
- Demonstrated commitment to public interest and civil rights law;
- Hill experience desired;
- Ability to work quickly under pressure, with shifting deadlines and priorities;
- Some travel and long hours required;
- Ability to inspire, lead a team, work collegially with others; and
- Strong interpersonal skills and positive attitude.
Compensation:
Salary commensurate with experience.
Application:
AFJ is an equal opportunity employer. Please click on the button below to submit a cover letter and resume online. To apply by mail, send materials to Alliance for Justice, attention Director of Justice Programs Search, 11 Dupont Circle, NW, 2nd Floor, Washington, DC, 20036. To apply by fax, send to 202-822-6068.
