National Coordinator, Election Protection (KY, Wisconsin, Ohio)

Join Our Team: National Coordinator, Election Protection

Are you passionate about civil rights and racial justice? Do you want to make a real impact in defending democracy? If so, we want you!

Who We Are: The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is one of the nation’s leading civil rights legal organizations. Formed in 1963 at the direction of President John F. Kennedy, the Lawyers’ Committee uses legal advocacy to achieve racial justice, fighting inside and outside the courts to ensure that Black people and other people of color have the voice, opportunity, and power to make the promises of our democracy real. 

The Opportunity: We're looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic National Coordinator for Election Protection and the Voting Rights Project (VRP). With at least two years of experience working directly with Black communities and communities of color, you will help shape the future of our democracy.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and implement voter protection and voting rights initiatives in Kentucky, Wisconsin, and Ohio.
• Engage and expand state election protection coalitions.
• Support legislative advocacy by creating public education materials and drafting testimonies.
• Monitor the implementation of new voting laws.
• Educate the public about voting rules and promote the 866-OUR-VOTE Hotline.
• Recruit, train, and deploy field volunteers.
• Convene state-focused Election Protection coalition tables.
• Facilitate coalition meetings and ensure goals are met.
• Navigate relationships with national, state, and local coalition partners.
• Support the national Election Protection coalition.
• Attend meetings and respond to coalition member inquiries.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure programmatic success.

Minimum Requirements:

• Deep commitment to racial justice and civil rights.
• Minimum 2 years of democracy-related campaign experience, preferably in Wisconsin, Kentucky, and Ohio.
• Strong problem-solving and coalition-building skills.
• Excellent communication, public speaking, writing, and editing skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Experience managing volunteers preferred.
• Familiarity with community organizing and technology infrastructure is a plus.
• For the National Coordinator position in Kentucky, Wisconsin, and Ohio candidates must reside in and be committed to travel to these states' communities.

What we offer:

• Competitive Base Salary 
• Comprehensive Benefits Package not limited to medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, and financial planning 
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Self-Care Days and other leave days 
• Additional Stipends for Commuter Transit, Cell Phone, and Office Supplies

Why You Should Apply: Join us in the fight for civil rights and make a meaningful difference in our democracy. If you're a dedicated advocate for change and believe in equal access to the ballot box, we want to hear from you!

Apply Today: Your chance to shape the future of democracy awaits. Submit your application and help us protect the voice of every American.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Lawyers’ Committee embraces diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply. The Lawyers’ Committee does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other status protected under law.

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