Director, Educational Opportunities Project Leader

1 day ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Full time
About the Role

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.
  • Coordinate with other Projects at the Lawyers' Committee to develop and implement an intersectional approach to our racial justice work.
  • Work collaboratively with coalition partners to formulate legal and non-legal strategies to combat racial discrimination in education.
  • Develop and manage the Project's budget in conjunction with Finance Department.
  • Help develop grant proposals to fund EOP's work, manage the spend-down of programmatic grants, and report programmatic updates to and engage with funders.
  • Collaborate with Development and Communications staff in elevating the impact of the Project's work.
Requirements and Competencies
  • 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 although individuals with less experience but the requisite skills are also encouraged to apply.
  • Significant experience in litigating complex matters.
  • Substantial litigation and/or advocacy experience on education discrimination matters and the ability to work with communities harmed by discriminatory practices.
  • 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.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully and the ability to resolve obstacles and/or conflicts.
  • Commitment and demonstrated ability to provide culturally competent advocacy.
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure.
  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative, think creatively, and work independently.
  • Ability to travel for litigation, conferences, speaking engagements, and client development.
  • Experience in management and supervision and demonstrated commitment to optimizing each team member's skills and potential is preferred.

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