Director, Voting Rights Policy

Reporting to the Vice President of Voting Rights and Rule of Law, the Director of Voting Rights Policy leads CLC’s efforts to advocate for, implement, and defend state and local policies that promote the freedom to vote across the country and stem the tide of anti-voter legislation. The Director plays an integral role on the voting rights team, overseeing the team’s active state legislative and policy activities and coordinating the team’s tracking of relevant legislation; this role includes overseeing the policy activities of up to 20 staff members who participate in voting rights legislative and policy advocacy, including members of voting rights, policy, and redistricting teams, as well as legal fellows. The Director also works closely with the policy team to ensure cross-programmatic coordination on state-level advocacy and maintains a working knowledge of the team’s overall priorities, areas of expertise, and state partnerships. The Director works closely with the Director of Voting Advocacy and Partnerships and the policy team on matters related to federal policy. Finally, the Director, with the Vice President, develops the voting rights team’s policy priorities and develops strategies to implement those priorities and advance CLC’s strategic vision. The Director also provides legal expertise to stakeholders and policymakers as they develop and advocate for pro-voter policies—and against anti-voter policies—at the federal, state and local level. This work will include analyzing and drafting legislation and policy proposals, creating advocacy materials, testifying before legislatures and other governmental bodies, and working closely with coalitions to support community efforts to promote the freedom to vote. This position requires an interest in voting rights and election law and will blend legal knowledge and political insight to help enact creative and innovative policies that strengthen our democracy. The Director position is eligible to take part in CLC’s telework and flexible work programs. Responsibilities Oversee state legislative and policy activities of the team, including assigning staff to priority states, implementing bill tracking systems, and leading regular meetings to coordinate and strategize around state-level policy activities Identify both subject matter policy priorities and priority states for advocacy and implement those priorities Establish and maintain relationships with state and local partners in support of policy efforts Conduct legal research, analysis, writing, and advocacy in support of legislative and policy efforts (and oversee same by team members) Draft legislation, policy proposals, and legal advocacy materials, including policy papers, rulemaking comments, legislative testimony, public-facing reports and letters to government officials (and oversee same by team members) Conduct administrative advocacy with election officials, including oversight through public records requests (and oversee same by team members) As needed, contribute to CLC’s commentary and input on federal voting rights legislation Represent CLC’s voting rights team as a spokesperson with the media and other external audiences Manage voting rights team members, including fellows and support staff Other duties as assigned Qualifications and Skills At least eight years of legal experience Demonstrated formal or informal managerial and leadership experience Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills Excellent judgment and strategic decision-making skills Proven ability to build and maintain good working relationships with a diverse range of partners Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to explain legal issues to non-legal audiences Commitment to voting rights and the overall mission of CLC Experience on voting rights policy and election law is strongly preferred State or local policy experience is strongly preferred Active membership in good standing in DC or, for remote work, your state of residence Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $161,300 - 233,900 Campaign Legal Center is committed to fostering a workplace that supports every team member's personal and professional well-being. Our compensation is competitive and placement within the posted salary range is commensurate with experience. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package tailored to meet the diverse needs of our staff. Some of our benefits include: Generous health, dental, and vision insurance with low employee premiums A 401(k) retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 6%, with immediate vesting 20 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 3 floating holidays annually 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave,10 days of bereavement leave, and 8 weeks of sabbatical leave for those who qualify Office closures for all federal holidays, plus typically a week in late summer, and a week in the winter. Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts A $1,000 annual professional development stipend and bar membership reimbursement A $500 annual technology allowance New family and family planning support, including reimbursement for travel to access legal reproductive healthcare An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free, confidential support for personal, financial, and family matters. At CLC, we believe that caring for our team is essential to sustaining our mission. We strive to create a culture where everyone can thrive inside and outside work. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Campaign Legal Center (CLC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory work environment. CLC is proud to be an inclusive organization. It does not make hiring or advancement, or other employment decisions, based on race, national origin, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, familial status or responsibilities, personal appearance, pregnancy, political affiliation, ancestry, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability, record of arrest or conviction, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, District of Columbia, or local law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, termination, benefits, and training. Disclaimer: This description of the position summary, key responsibilities, benefits, and compensation is intended to provide an overview of this position and is not all inclusive. The incumbent in this position will be expected to perform other duties as required. Responsibilities may change over time. 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