Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel, Voting Rights Policy in Washington, District of Columbia at Campaign Legal Center Inc

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Voting Rights Policy, the Voting Rights Policy Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel helps CLC implement, advocate for, and defend policies that promote the freedom to vote across the country and stem the tide of anti-voter legislation. The Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel plays an integral role on the voting rights team, with their primary responsibilities involving the team’s active state legislative and policy activities.

The Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel provides legal expertise to stakeholders and policymakers as they develop and advocate for pro- voter policies—and against anti-voter policies—at the 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. The Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel also works closely with the Director of Voting Advocacy and Partnerships and the policy team on matters related to federal voting policy.

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. This position is eligible to take part in CLC’s telework and flexible work programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, analysis, writing, and advocacy in support of legislative and policy efforts
• Draft legislation, policy proposals, and legal advocacy materials, including policy papers, rulemaking comments, legislative testimony, public-facing reports and letters to government officials
• Conduct administrative advocacy with election officials, including oversight through public records requests
• Establish relationships with and advise local and national partners in support of legislative efforts
• Monitor and track state voting rights legislation to determine CLC’s response
• Other duties as assigned
• Some travel required

Qualifications and Skills

• Years of experience -
  • Legal Counsel: 2 - 5 years
  • Senior Legal Counsel: 6 - 9 years
• 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 in voting rights and election law is a plus but not required
• State or local policy experience is a plus but not required
• Active membership in good standing in DC or, for remote work, your state of residence

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: CLC Legal Salary Scale

Campaign Legal Center is committed to fostering a workplace that supports every team member's personal and professional well-being. 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
• Pre-tax metro smart benefits
• 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. This description of the position summary, key responsibilities, benefits, and compensation is provided for informational purposes only and does not form the basis of a contract.