Director, Criminal Justice Project

• Developing, managing, and leading all aspects of CJP’s litigation docket, public policy work, and criminal justice initiatives.

• Working with Lawyers’ Committee leadership to develop and implement CJP’s strategic direction.

• Identifying CJP’s priorities and ensuring that the Project’s resources are used effectively.

• Monitoring nationwide criminal justice issues and identifying opportunities to expand CJP’s impact.

• Supervising CJP staff, which is comprised of the Associate Director, Counsel, Investigators, Paralegals and Legal Assistants, Law Fellows, and Legal Interns.

• Supervising litigation activities, including investigations, assessment of potential legal claims, identifying potential clients and managing client relationships, drafting and editing litigation documents, carrying out discovery, oral arguments, witness examinations, and handling expert witnesses.

• Supervising, managing, and reviewing the non-litigation work of CJP staff, including research, report writing, advocacy, program development, and compliance with ethical rules and timekeeping requirements.

• Working with Pro Bono Attorneys and other Co-Counsel supporting the Project’s active docket.

• Engaging in externally facing activities, including:

  • Public speaking at events, conferences, or meetings of national or regional significance.

  • Representing the Lawyers’ Committee in coalitions.

  • Leading events, conferences, webinars, or meetings to advance CJP’s priorities.

  • Drafting articles, Op-Eds, testimony, and/or other reports on issues directly related to CJP’s priorities.

• Working with others in Lawyers’ Committee management and leadership to develop and manage CJP’s budget.

• Pursuing funding opportunities, including grants, in conjunction with Development staff.

• Completing or delegating all administrative tasks, including internal reports.

• Identifying relevant continuing legal education and professional development opportunities for staff.

• Participating in various management teams of the Lawyers’ Committee, including

  actively engaging in management meetings and management training and promoting and maintaining a strong and healthy culture within CJP and throughout the organization.

• Amplifying the Project’s work and reach, in conjunction with the Lawyers’ Committee’s Communications, Development, and Public Policy offices.

• Coordinating with other Projects at the Lawyers’ Committee to develop and implement an interdisciplinary approach to our racial justice work.

• Cultivating and maintaining good relationships with pro-bono counsel and fellow advocacy organizations.

• Evaluating CJP staff and completing periodic performance evaluations

• 8-10 years of experience in criminal justice reform/litigation with at least 5 years at a civil rights organization strongly preferred, although individuals with less experience but the requisite skills and expertise are also encouraged to apply.

• Admission to the bar of at least one state and, if not already admitted to the DC Bar, eligibility to waive into the DC Bar or sit for the DC Bar exam.

• Experience as a manager and ability to lead, motivate, and inspire a diverse team of attorneys and professional staff.

• Exceptional legal research and writing and oral advocacy skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including the public, media, and policy makers.

• Highest integrity, sound judgment, and superior emotional intelligence.

• Commitment to diversity and inclusiveness and respect for differences regarding race, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socioeconomic circumstances.

• Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with CJP staff, pro bono partners, civil rights allies, and stakeholder organizations.

• Effective problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills.

• Commitment and demonstrated ability to provide culturally competent advocacy.

• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure.

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, think creatively and work independently.

• Ability to travel for litigation, conferences, speaking engagements and client development.

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