Director, Educational Opportunities Project Lead
1 day ago
The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director to lead the organization's Educational Opportunities Project (EOP). The EOP strives to support the organization's racial justice mission by ensuring access to equal and respectful treatment and equitable educational opportunities in PK-12 and higher education for and in partnership with Black communities and other communities of color.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and manage all aspects of the Project's litigation docket, public policy agenda, and programs and initiatives.
- Supervise all Project staff including litigating and non-litigating attorneys, program managers, coordinators, and law fellows.
- Lead the Project's litigation efforts in the courts.
- Identify the Project's priorities and ensure that the Program's resources are used effectively in support.
- Translate the organization's strategic goals and priorities into realistic and flexible plans and monitor those plans to ensure positive outcomes.
- Serve as a thought leader on all issues related to all aspects of the Project's work.
- Represent the Lawyers' Committee in our coalition work, with the media, and at meetings with members of Congress and high-level staff at the federal agencies we interact with.
- Admission to the bar of at least one state and, if not already admitted, will seek admission to the DC bar within one year of hire.
- A minimum of eight to ten years of professional experience is strongly preferred.
- Significant experience in litigating complex matters.
- Substantial litigation and/or advocacy experience on education discrimination matters.
- Exceptional legal research and writing and oral advocacy skills.
- Highest integrity, sound judgment, and strong communication skills.
- Commitment to diversity and inclusiveness and respect for differences regarding race, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socioeconomic circumstances.
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Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Full timeAbout the RoleThe Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Director to lead the Educational Opportunities Project (EOP). The EOP aims to promote racial justice and educational equity by ensuring access to equal and respectful treatment and equitable educational opportunities for Black communities and other...
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