The mission of Equal Justice Works is to create a just society by mobilizing the next generation of lawyers committed to equal justice.

Equal Justice Works is a recognized leader in the public interest law movement. We provide a continuum of opportunity that begins with incoming law school students and extends into later careers in the profession. From advocating for law school programs that instill public service values among students, to creating summer and postgraduate public interest jobs, to addressing the staggering educational debt that blocks lawyers from going into public service, Equal Justice Works inspires and provides opportunities for the legal community to change lives, make careers, and deliver on the promise of justice for all.

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DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

Equal Justice Works is seeking a Director of Communications to lead integrated strategic communications for this innovative national nonprofit. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a talented management team with ambitious plans to build the scope and impact of the organization’s programs including:

• The nation’s largest postgraduate legal fellowships program;
• An extraordinarily successful and growing AmeriCorps Legal Fellowships program;
• The largest national public interest law career fair hosted each year in Washington, D.C.;
• A network of program Alumni in leadership positions or working on high visibility issues around the country.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage overall communications strategies and outreach plans; ensure integrated communications among various traditional and new media and among all departments.
• Supervise the work of two talented communications professionals.
• Develop messages and communication tools specifically developed for priority audiences.  Determine best communication channels to reach various stakeholder groups including program participants and alumni, law schools professionals and students, and leaders in the legal community (law firms and corporate legal departments).
• Produce media in various formats -- print, video, multimedia, and online -- including annual reports, organizational brochures, donor solicitations.
• Maintain website content; oversee online communications, including weekly news summary and blog.
• Act as media point of contact and spokesperson for organization. Expand media relations efforts to support organizational goals.
• Collaborate with event teams in drafting remarks, producing print materials and multimedia, and selecting and supervising photography for events.
• Work closely with resource development team in supporting major donor communications and outreach.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of seven years experience in the communications field with a minimum of three of the seven years in a senior capacity.
• Excellent oral, written, editing and project management skills.
• Familiarity with graphic and Web design with a keen eye for integrated branding.
• Demonstrated experience thinking strategically to position and advance a complex, national organization.
• Experience with budgeting, supervising and planning.
• Ability to strategically and creatively implement programmatic and fundraising goals through communications efforts.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative work environment.
• Experience managing consultant relationships and contracting work on various communications projects.
• Expertise in producing print, electronic and online media.
• Experience working with the legal community or public service organizations a plus.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with experience; comprehensive and generous benefits package, including loan repayment assistance, full health insurance coverage for employee, employer sponsored disability insurance program, monthly transportation stipend, retirement plan up to 8 percent employer contribution, and 4 weeks vacation plus sick leave, holiday schedule and summer hours.

TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter, résumé and salary requirements via email to mail@equaljusticeworks.org, or by mail to Director of Communications Search Committee, Equal Justice Works, 2120 L St, NW, Suite 450, Washington, DC, 20037. Equal Justice Works is an equal opportunity employer. Résumés will be reviewed and considered as they are received. No phone calls please.

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Equal Justice Works NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:

Equal Justice Works (formerly known as NAPIL) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental handicap, matriculation, or political affiliation.