The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is one of the nation’s leading national racial justice legal organizations. Formed in 1963 at the request 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 Lawyers’ Committee has litigation, public policy, and advocacy programs in the substantive areas of Voting Rights, Election Protection, Digital Justice, Economic Justice, Criminal Justice, Economic Opportunities, and Fair Housing. The organization advances its mission as the premier organization marshaling the resources of the private bar alongside our own talented staff, with over 1 million pro bono hours billed to our cases and matters over the past decade. Job Title: National Coordinator, Election Protection Location: Remote work from Louisiana, Mississippi, and/or South Carolina Job Type: Full-Time Union Affiliation: Union Accountable to: Manager, Campaigns and Fields Programs About the Role: The National Coordinator of Election Protection will maintain relationships, coordinate efforts with state and local partners, recruit and deploy legal and grassroots field volunteers, oversee the 866-OUR-VOTE hotline, and manage various call centers. Additionally, this position will craft tools and materials for grassroots and coalition partners, develop outreach materials, and represent the Lawyers’ Committee at meetings and events as required. The National Coordinator, Election Protection works under the supervision of the Manager, Campaigns and Fields Programs. What You’ll be Doing: Essential responsibilities of the National Coordinator, Election Protection include but are not limited to the following: • Under the direction of the Manager of Campaigns and Field Programs, develop and implement state-based voter protection and voting rights work in Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, and other states as needed. • Engage and expand state election protection coalitions. • Support legislative advocacy around voting rights. • Monitor the implantation of new voting laws or policy changes. • Engage election officials. • Conduct trainings for state and local partners about Election Protection and related tools. • Educate the public about voting rules and promotion the 866-OUR-VOTE Hotline. • Recruit, train and deploy field volunteers. • Manage local command centers in assigned states to solve voting problems. • Convene state-focused Election Protection coalition tables, related projects and specialty voter protection campaigns and provide the necessary infrastructure for success. • Facilitate coalition meetings, create agendas, organize resource materials, and ensure coalition stays on track to meet goals. • Navigate relationship dynamics with national, state and local coalition partners. • Serve as a liaison between the Election Protection Hotline and state coalitions. • Support the work of the national Election Protection coalition and steering committee. • Facilitate or participate in working groups. • Attend meetings, develop and organize resource materials, and respond to inquiries from coalition members. Minimum Requirements and Competencies: • A Bachelor's Degree and/or equivalent 4 years work experience required. • At least two years of experience in organizing political, nonpartisan, issue-based, or candidate campaigns on the national and/or state level. • Demonstrated strong initiative and project management skills. • Excellent organizational/detail-oriented skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet tight deadlines. • Experience working with diverse coalitions and minority communities. • Proficient in verbal and written communication. Spanish is a plus. • Some travel required. • Comfortable working in a diverse and inclusive environment. • Strong commitment to the mission and values of the Lawyers’ Committee. This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union. Employment terms, including wages and benefits, are subject to collective bargaining agreements. Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about civil rights, racial justice, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, we want to hear from you. Join our mission to drive positive change and contribute to our dynamic team! Apply Today: Be part of the force for civil rights and make a lasting impact. Submit your application to help us create a more equitable and inclusive world. Benefits: The Lawyers' Committee offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes healthcare coverage (medical, dental & vision), parental leave, 403(b) contribution with employer match contributions, voluntary short- and long-term disability and an employer paid monthly cell phone stipend. 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, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy, parental status, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, immigration status, union activities, political affiliation, military veteran status, credit information or any other status protected under law. The expected range for this role will be: $59,735 - $72,000 Apply tot his job