Job Title
Director, State Courts
Reports to
Justice Program Director
FLSA Status
Exempt Position
Alliance for Justice (AFJ),a 501(c)(3) nationalassociation of nearly 140 organizations dedicated to advancing justiceand democracy, and Alliance for Justice Action Campaign (AFJ Action), an affiliated 501(c)(4) advocacy organization, are seeking a Director of State Courts.
AFJ envisions a vibrant, ambitious, multi-racial democracy where historically marginalized voices are amplified to upend exclusionary systems and center justice in our institutions of power. AFJ works towards that vision by building the strength of progressive movements with training and educationfor nonprofit organizations on advocacy, while harnessing their collective power to transform our state and federal courts.
AFJ has two primary programs:
AFJ Action promotes a national conversation about the importance of the courts by educating and mobilizing progressive advocates and voters. We educate votersand encourage them to fight for judges who will protect our rights. AFJ Action also holds elected leaders accountable for the judges they appoint to the bench. We conduct research and arm advocates, elected officials, political leaders, and the media with the tools to elevate the courts during elections.
The Directorof State Courtswill have experience relating to the broad range of legal policy issues handled by AFJ and AFJ Action and will report to the Justice Program Director.
Job Purpose:
State courts are critical to our justice system. In general, they handle over 95% of the nation’s cases, more than 70 millioncases every year. They are also the source of more than 30 percentof federal judges. And now, because conservatives hold a majority on the U.S. Supreme Court and scores of lower courts, state courts are increasingly vital to protect our essential rights, including the right to vote, and our democracy. State courts have become increasingly political, with conservative money pouring into state races at unprecedented rates.
AFJ educates the public about the importance of judicial races and advocates for the appointment of judges committed to equal justice. AFJ Action helps co-lead a coalition of progressive organizations dedicated to the ensuring that our state supreme courts are filled with demographically and professionally diverse judges committed to upholding and expanding our rights and democracy through state constitutions.
The Director of State Courts will oversee AFJ and AFJ Action’s work to raise awareness about the importance of the state judiciary; to develop strategy, leverage relationships and networks; to grow the team’s strategy, capacity, and work; and to directly engage in state court appointments and campaigns.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Directorof State Courtswill be familiarwith the landscape of state supremecourt judicial selection across the country and will ideally have direct experience engaging in selection advocacy or elections. The person serving in this position will:
Qualifications:
Other Details:
Structure– This is an exemptposition with at least two direct reportsincluding, but not limited to, a Counsel and a Senior Manager.
Position Type/Expected Hoursof Work –This is a full-time position.Days and hoursof work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Physical Demands –This position requiresthe ability to travel domestically and work long hours when needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully performthe essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Other Duties – Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, dutiesor responsibilities that are requiredof the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Location – This is a fully remote positionbut travel to/fromthe Washington, DC office will be required at times.
Racial Equity – Our employees share our commitment to increasing racialdiversity
in our movement and organization, integrating justice and equityinto the work we do and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture.
Compensation and Benefits:
The startingsalary range for candidates with the above qualifications is $125,000-$131,000. AFJ also offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program:
Health – We offer medical,dental, vision benefits, as well an employee assistance program for physical and mental well-being.
Savings – Save for retirement with our 401K plan with employer matching. Health savings account and flexible spending account. Other insurances include life and disability.
Time Off – We have a generouspaid time off policy. Vacation:21 days per year. Sick: 10 days per year. Bereavement: Employees 3 days per year for deaths in the immediate family (spouse, mother, father, sister, brother, grandmother, etc.).
Family – We provide up to 12 weeks paid family leave.
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants please submit a letter of interest and resume on our websiteat https://www.afj.org/about/careers. (NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE).
If you require reasonable accommodations during any part of the hiringprocess, please email alicia.peyton@afj.org.
AFJ/AFJ Action provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genderidentity or expression, or any othercharacteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall,transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Disclaimer– This description is intended to provide an overview of this positionand is not all- inclusive. The incumbent in this position will be expected to perform other duties as
required. Responsibilities may change over time. This description is provided for informational purposes only and does not form the basis of a contract.
Job Title
Director, State Courts
Reports to
Justice Program Director
FLSA Status
Exempt Position
Alliance for Justice (AFJ),a 501(c)(3) nationalassociation of nearly 140 organizations dedicated to advancing justiceand democracy, and Alliance for Justice Action Campaign (AFJ Action), an affiliated 501(c)(4) advocacy organization, are seeking a Director of State Courts.
AFJ envisions a vibrant, ambitious, multi-racial democracy where historically marginalized voices are amplified to upend exclusionary systems and center justice in our institutions of power. AFJ works towards that vision by building the strength of progressive movements with training and educationfor nonprofit organizations on advocacy, while harnessing their collective power to transform our state and federal courts.
AFJ has two primary programs:
Excellent Benefits
Excellent Benefits
Qualified applicants please submit a letter of interest and resume on our websiteat https://www.afj.org/about/careers. (NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE).
If you require reasonable accommodations during any part of the hiring process, please email alicia.peyton@afj.org.
Qualified applicants please submit a letter of interest and resume on our websiteat https://www.afj.org/about/careers. (NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE).
If you require reasonable…