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Strategic Partnerships Associate [DEVF-75] - Development, NY   Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York MARCH 12, 2019   STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS ASSOCIATE [DEVF-75] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Development Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than a million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction.   OVERVIEW The ACLU’s national office raises more than $200 million annually in private support from foundations, major donors, companies, and more than 1.85 million members.  Last year, the ACLU created the Strategic Partnerships portfolio to focus on corporate partnerships, cause marketing, and employee giving, with a goal of raising at least $4 million annually. The Strategic Partnerships Associate will support the prospecting, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and administrative processes of the corporate donor portfolio. In collaboration with Directors from the Strategic Partnerships team, the Associate will support producing content for funding concept notes, pitches, proposals, and donor reports.  The role will also be responsible for acting as a liaison and coordinating meetings with Development Department colleagues and colleagues across departments, including Communications, Marketing, Legal, Advocacy, Finance, General Counsel, and Affiliate Support.  The Associate will optimize the use of databases necessary for donor management and internal protocol. This role offers a dynamic growth opportunity for someone eager to advance to front-line fundraising and the development of multi-faceted corporate partnerships.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Draft communications that support the Directors’ interactions with donors or prospects, including general and targeted communications, marketing collateral, presentations and reports, from drafts through to final line-editing and formatting of finalized material. Manage internal and cross-departmental team meetings including scheduling, organizing the agenda, and sharing take-aways. Conduct prospecting research on the eligibility and brand alignment of corporate partners. Prepare and contribute materials, agendas and briefings for external prospect and donor meetings and for internal strategy meetings. Collaborate with the Assistant Director and development operations, to assist with the management of  database protocol and hygiene for corporate relationships, including but not limited to multi-departmental contacts, moves reporting, pledge tracking, gift processing, donor recognition, and donor communications. Manage information flow between prospects/donors, ACLU program staff and Communications/Marketing colleagues. Act as liaison to general counsel’s office to manage and track the internal drafting and approval processes for charitable sales promotions and other corporate partner contracts and agreements. Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with Development colleagues and ACLU program, Communications and Affiliate staff nationally. Act as team lead on coordinating cross-departmental donor facing events. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office; using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance. Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts. Undertake special assignments, as needed.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Minimum 2 years account/project management experience gained in a development, fundraising, corporate relations, or marketing environment. Exceptional written, verbal, and organizational skills. Highly developed cross-departmental project management skills with the ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and prioritize between conflicting demands. Sophisticated understanding of the role of written and phone communications in building and maintaining complex individual and institutional relationships. Ability to identify and create processes necessary to support effective partnerships. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and facilitate joint problem solving. Highly self-motivated and willing to proactively develop and implement work plans, often within tight timeframes. Computer fluency on platforms including Microsoft Office, Google docs, and CRM databases, Salesforce a strong plus. Savvy in social media and marketing a plus. Experience with client/donor management preferred, and knowledge of cause marketing campaigns a plus. Committed to the ACLU’s mission and programs. Limited travel required.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within the parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter (with salary requirements), resume, a relevant writing sample, and a list of three (3) references to:    hrjobsDEVF@aclu.org .  Reference   [DEVF-75]  in the subject line.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required.  It does not represent a contract of employment.  The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. ACLU is an equal opportunity employer.  We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.  The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction.  The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed.  Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation.  Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees.  The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties.  This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Manager of Affiliate Donor Data [DEVF-107] - Development Operations Unit, NY   Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York JANUARY 23, 2019   Manager of Affiliate Donor Data [DEVF-107] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Development Operations Unit, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than 1.5 million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction.   The Development Department of the National Office in New York City is seeking a full-time Manager of Affiliate Donor Data for the Development Operations Unit.   OVERVIEW Under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Development Operations, The Manager of Affiliate Donor Data is a newly created position designed to work across ACLU National and our network of over fifty state Affiliates to ensure that systems and processes are aligned and standardized in the most effective way to meet the organization’s nationwide fundraising goals.  The Manager plays a critical role in ACLU’s nationwide ability to operate in an extremely complex, diverse and fast-paced fundraising program.  The position will work closely with fundraisers, technical members of the Data & Analytics and Product & Technology teams as well as colleagues in Affiliate Support & Nationwide Initiatives, Business Operations & Support Services and Finance departments.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work closely with and build trust with Development stakeholders both at national and affiliate offices to define and document best business practices and requirements as they relate to the fundraising systems. Translate business requirements and needs to technical teams in Data & Analytics and Product & Technology. Develop and maintain processes for checks and balances to create mutual accountability across national and affiliate offices to ensure data sharing, data integrity and data entry standardization. Communicate and document business process updates for Development users nationwide. Working with internal training team, train and provide assistance to users on data entry practices. Problem solve by developing a deep understanding of the organization’s fundraising program,  and revenue sharing model as well as the technology that supports these efforts and user needs. Create queries and reports and assist with data uploads. Work with Manager of National Donor Data, to assist in the review of reports and data requests to ensure consistent data definitions and optimize the use of existing resources. Project manages annual revenue sharing process between National and Affiliates with Finance department. Coordinate with affiliate digital team on web and email campaign coding to ensure proper revenue sharing.  Provide pro-active and on demand data support for the Development department. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office; use a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance. Commit to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS 3-5 years of experience with donor data management preferred. Experience with Salesforce.com, RoundCorner/NGO Connect and related platforms a plus. Proficiency with SQL required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a track record of attention to detail. Project management skills a must. A willingness and ability to determine manage and quickly adjust priorities as needed. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast paced demanding environment. Capacity to take initiative and work independently as well collaboratively as part of a team. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within the parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter (with salary requirements), a resume and a list of three (3) references to:  hrjobsDEVF@aclu.org .  Reference  [DEVF-107/ACLU]  in the subject line.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction.    The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

State Campaign Strategist [CSJ-15] - Campaign for Smart Justice, NY   Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York FEBRUARY 28, 2019   State Campaign Strategist [CSJ-15] American Civil Liberties Union Campaign for Smart Justice, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than a million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU seeks applicants for a full-time State Campaign Strategist focused on developing and executing campaign strategies for ACLU state affiliates engaging in Smart Justice Campaign work. The position is based in New York, NY.   OVERVIEW With 2.3 million people behind bars in this country, the United States has earned the disgraceful distinction of being the world’s largest jailer.  The nation’s machine of mass incarceration severely limits the ability of people, disproportionately people of color, from participating in the social, political and economic life of this country. The ACLU’s Campaign for Smart Justice is a nationwide campaign committed to realizing a new criminal justice system – one that is substantially smaller than its current size while also keeping communities safe, advancing racial justice, treating people fairly, and using fiscal resources wisely. The ACLU’s Campaign for Smart Justice works with partners to build a movement for social change and win state-based reforms needed to cut the size of our nation’s incarcerated population by 50 percent and combat racial disparities within the criminal justice system. The issue of mass incarceration is ripe for bipartisan involvement, and the ACLU works collaboratively with stakeholders across the political spectrum to achieve our goal of ending mass incarceration. To achieve our decarceration and racial justice goals, the Campaign for Smart Justice works state by state to win reforms aimed at ending mass incarceration, including reforms to sentencing, pretrial/bail, parole and probation, drug policy, reentry, and prosecutorial policies and practices.  The Campaign for Smart Justice is committed to centering the leadership and voices of formerly incarcerated people and other impacted communities throughout our work, including but not limited to our work building or joining partnerships and coalitions. Smart Justice is currently engaged in campaigns in more than 30 states seeking reforms in state legislatures and local councils, through elections, administratively, and through litigation. The State Campaign Strategist is responsible for developing and implementing campaign strategies and tactics related to pretrial justice and criminal justice issues. The role will coordinate the implementation of multi-disciplinary strategies to achieve criminal justice reform across states. There is also responsibility for helping ACLU affiliate teams and their partners conceive, develop, build and execute campaigns that include coalition, field organizing, communications, legislative, litigation, and electoral strategies. The State Campaign Strategist will serve as a liaison between the state campaigns and national Campaign leadership. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in campaign development and execution and a passion for the fight to end mass incarceration. The State Campaign Strategist will work closely with the Campaign leadership team, others within the National ACLU office, as well as with campaign directors, political directors, organizers, and others at ACLU affiliate offices, and with allies and partners throughout the country. The role is based in the Campaign for Smart Justice’s New York City headquarters and is supervised by the State Campaigns Manager and the Southern Regional Director.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate campaign strategies for ACLU affiliates engaging in criminal justice campaigns, including but not limited to legislative and electoral campaigns, prosecutor accountability, and jail closure campaigns. Assist Campaign leadership in designing programs for Smart Justice Campaign community organizers. Develop leadership programs for directly impacted Smart Justice Campaign members. Work with ACLU affiliates to build partnerships with grassroots organizations, including community groups directly impacted by mass incarceration. Coordinate Campaign’s legislative and other advocacy efforts in key states to advance Campaign policy goals, including pretrial justice and bail reform, sentencing reform, and parole reform. Support ACLU affiliates in building campaign goals, strategies, tactics, and budgets to reach achieve Campaign goals. Develop and facilitate opportunities for ongoing communication, engagement, training, and coordination among ACLU affiliate campaign staff. Participate in on-the-ground meetings, planning, and campaign events in priority states, where needed. Represent the ACLU in national coalitions and develop relationships with allies and other organizations and stakeholders working on bold criminal justice campaigns. Work with others in the ACLU to make affiliate campaign grants and provide feedback to affiliates on grant commitments. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance, and record of arrest or conviction. Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS A minimum of five years of experience working on criminal justice reform issues at the state and local level. Personal experience being incarcerated or in other ways involved with the criminal justice system preferred. Significant knowledge of criminal justice issues. Experience designing campaign strategy and tactics, and engaging in issue advocacy and/or electoral campaigns. Experience working on grassroots organizing. Experience with campaign budgeting, evaluation, supervision, and metrics-driven planning and assessment. Experience with building, leading, and working within coalitions. Familiarity with the coalition players involved in issue campaign work around civil rights and civil liberties issue is preferred. Ability to work independently as well as within a team. Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast paced environment, simultaneously handle many tasks, work efficiently and quickly, and meet deadlines, while remaining composed under pressure. Willingness to travel. Commitment to mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter, a resume and a relevant writing sample of no more than 3 pages to   hrjobscsj@aclu.org .  Reference   [CSJ-15]  in the subject line.  Please note that this is not the general ACLU email address.  This email address is specific to the department.  In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The Department of Education has determined that employment in this position at the ACLU does not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed.  Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Director of Enterprise Risk Solutions and Strategy [ADMF- 58] - Business Operations and Support Services (BOSS), NY   Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York FEBRUARY 26, 2019   Director of Enterprise Risk Solutions & Strategy [ADMF-58] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Business Operations and Support Services Administration and Finance, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than 1.5 million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The Business Operations and Support Services team in the Administration and Finance Department of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City is seeking applicants for a full-time Director of Enterprise Risk Solutions and Strategy .   OVERVIEW Reporting to the Deputy Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Enterprise Risk Solutions and Strategy will be responsible for creating and managing programs that mitigate organizational risk while supporting effective operations and program implementation.  The ACLU staff, membership, and programmatic reach has increased significantly over the past two years.  With that increased growth has brought a need to evaluate organizational risk at the National office and 53 Affiliates.  This new position will be responsible for evaluating risk and developing programs and frameworks for risk management, security, and operational compliance.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the leadership, development, governance, and management of programs necessary to identify, evaluate, mitigate, and monitor the ACLU’s operational and strategic risk. Work across departments to understand their operations and current risk environment. Work collaboratively with teams to help identify critical business exposures and key risks by gathering information and conducting risk assessments. Implement risk mitigation programs within the National Office and across affiliates in partnership with the Affiliate Support and Nationwide Initiatives (ASNI) department. Develop tools, practices, and policies to analyze, mitigate, and report enterprise risks. Create frameworks and processes for organizational decision making around risk and compliance. Execute day-to-day activities required for the development and tracking of governance, risk, and compliance program, including the communication and management of policies, controls and practices. Ensure the organization's risk management policies and strategies comply with applicable regulations, internal policies, and support strategic imperatives of the organization. Manage the ACLU’s insurance programs to identify exposures and evaluate and recommend solutions. Develop and oversee the ACLU’s integrated security program to ensure the safety of staff, facilities, and information, including direct management of physical security programming, crisis management, incident response, and business continuity. Oversee the development of risk management and security training and serve as subject matter expert for content development. Develop tools and templates for business owners at National and Affiliate offices for risk assessments and solutions Work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts. Demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion internally and externally with a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS 10+ years of experience in operational risk management or related operational compliance program management Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise sound and balanced judgment. Experience directly developing and implementing risk mitigation programs including but not limited to crisis management, business resiliency, and physical security. Understanding of risk frameworks. Understanding of compliance standards and frameworks such as ISO (27001, 27017), and PCI-DS. Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate processes in an engaging and relatable way to all levels of staff and business areas. Ability to develop light, agile, and effective process structures for long-term sustainability. Ability to interface professionally with all levels of staff at the national office and affiliates; confidentiality is essential. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects; superior attention to detail with strong follow through. Initiative, self-motivation and ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Flexibility and a willingness to take on new tasks as the responsibilities of the position evolve. Commitment to the mission and goals of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter and resume to  hrjobsadmu@aclu.org .  Reference   [ADMF- 58]  in subject line.  Please note that this is not the general ACLU email address.  This email address is specific to the department.  In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address.  You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment.  The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The Department of Education has determined that employment in this position at the ACLU does not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer.  We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.  The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Associate Director, Major Gifts [DEVF- 113] - Development Department, NY   Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York FEBRUARY 25, 2019   Associate Director, Major Gifts [DEVF-113] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Development Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than a million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The Development Department of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City is seeking applicants for a full-time Associate Director, Major Gifts .   OVERVIEW The mission of the ACLU’s Development Department is to unlock the full potential of donors and the ACLU as partners in the creation of a more perfect union.  We pursue our mission by building long-term donor relationships and organizational partnerships, by demonstrating impact in response to threats, by engaging donors how they wish to engage, by taking interest in our donors and empowering them to take personal action, by being accountable stewards of their funds, and by asking donors to consider giving the ACLU their full support. Following the 2016 presidential election, the ACLU acquired more than 1.3 million new donors nationwide, more than doubling our fundraising capacity.  The ACLU’s National Development Department now raises more than $220 million each year.  A priority in the years ahead is to build a better major gifts program, focusing on donors and prospects giving or capable of giving five- and six-figure gifts.  Our expanding major gifts program will include several national donor portfolios, dozens of affiliate donor portfolios, and a nationwide foundational experience for donors and prospects. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Major Gifts, the Associate Director of Major Gifts will play a key role in our growth, helping to unlock the potential of a portfolio of 125 five- and six-figure donors and prospects.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Secure, plan, and lead face-to-face donor visits to solicit and close five- and six-figure gifts from donors, prospects, and family foundations through a strategic nationwide program of face-to-face discovery, cultivation, and solicitation visits. Strategically manage a portfolio of approximately 125 donors, prospects, and family foundations. Assist affiliates with donors and prospects in affiliate-led portfolios during affiliate staff transitions, taking the lead on these donors and prospects when necessary. Provide donors and prospects with personally tailored updates and solicitations. Respond to inquiries from donors and prospects outside of the portfolio to assess their capacity and inclination, as assigned by the Deputy Director of Major Gifts. Effectively partner with national and affiliate staff to advance donor and prospect relationships, portfolio development, and prospect identification. Take advantage of the numerous proposals and reports already created by our proposal writers, customizing materials for donors and prospects. Provide executive-level support to senior staff, including insightful and concise briefing materials in advance of meeting with donors and prospects. Organize and participate in small donor gatherings and strategic donor events. Ensure that all information related to portfolio donors is properly recorded in the shared nationwide database. Maintain working knowledge of nationwide programmatic priorities and issues. Work collegially and effectively with numerous constituencies, including affiliate and national staff members, affiliate and national board members, and high net worth donors and prospects. Partner with the Major Gifts Resources team to advance that program’s goals. Work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts. Demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion internally and externally with a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance. Assist with other duties as assigned.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Experience working in major gifts fundraising, ideally at an organization with comparable complexity and scale of the ACLU. Successful track record cultivating, stewarding, and soliciting gifts of $10,000+ preferred. Ability to represent the organization to donors while maintaining confidentiality and diplomacy. Ability to partner with all levels of staff across the national office and affiliates. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects; superior attention to detail with strong follow through. Initiative, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Computer proficiency, including experience with donor databases. Willingness and desire to travel frequently to solicit donors and prospects. Commitment to the mission and goals of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter and resume to   hrjobsdevf@aclu.org .  Reference   [DEVF-113]  in subject line.  Please note that this is not the general ACLU email address.  This email address is specific to the department.  In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address.  You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required.  It does not represent a contract of employment.  The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer.  We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.  The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions.  We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed.  Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation.  Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees.  The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties.  This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Fall 2019 / Spring 2020 Legal Internship - Immigrants’ Rights Project, NY & CA   Office:  National Internships › Legal Internships Location:  New York FEBRUARY 7, 2019   FALL 2019 / SPRING 2020 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Immigrants’ Rights Project, New York and California Offices   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach.  With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction. The Immigrants’ Rights Project of the ACLU’s National Office in New York and California seek applicants for its Fall 2019 / Spring 2020 Legal Internship.   A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit.  Arrangements can be made with the student’s school for a work/study stipend or course credit.   OVERVIEW The Immigrants’ Rights Project is a national project of the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation with offices in New York and California.  Using targeted impact litigation, advocacy and public outreach, the Project carries on the ACLU’s historic commitment to protecting the civil rights and civil liberties of immigrants.  In federal district and appellate courts, including the Supreme Court, the Project conducts the nation’s largest impact litigation program dedicated to defending and expanding the rights of immigrants, enforcing the guarantees of the Constitution, and achieving equal justice under the law. The Project has focused on challenging laws that deny immigrants access to the judicial system, impose indefinite and mandatory detention, and constitute discrimination on the basis of “alienage” by governmental and private entities.  In addition, the Project has been challenging constitutional abuses that arise from immigration enforcement at the federal, state, and local levels, including litigation against the Muslim ban, worksite and home raids, local anti-immigrant employment and housing laws, and improper enforcement of federal immigration laws by local sheriffs.  IRP’s efforts in the enforcement arena seek to ensure the constitutional protections of the Fourth, Fifth, and Fourteenth Amendments, combat racial profiling arising from actual or pretextual immigration enforcement that subjects immigrant communities to racism and hostility, and challenge government policies and practices that undermine or deny immigrants’ ability to effectuate their existing legal rights. The Education component of the Project provides information about immigrants’ rights to immigrant communities nationwide.  The Project works with the English and non-English language media, immigrant advocacy organizations and ACLU affiliates around the country to empower immigrant communities through presentations about their rights and about current and proposed immigration laws. Working closely with IRP staff, legal interns will work in all aspects of litigation including legal research, factual investigation, drafting of memoranda, affidavits, and briefs.  Interns may also support IRP staff in providing support and advice to ACLU affiliates, private attorneys, and others who seek help; screening potential cases; and researching or drafting materials for public education. Interns will attend regular staff meetings.   INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Interns will have the opportunity to work on a variety of litigation projects.  The internships require a semester-long commitment, and a minimum of 15 hours per week.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Immigrants’ Rights Project team on the following: Conducting legal and policy research Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims Supporting research and drafting materials for public education   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS This internship is open to law students who will have completed their first year of school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research, writing and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and conducting internet research The initiative to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, immigrants’ rights and an interest in working toward racial and social justice Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   HOW TO APPLY Please send a 1-2 page cover letter describing your interest in immigrants’ rights and civil liberties, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during law school; a current resume; a legal writing sample (no more than 10 pages in length); a transcript, and a list of three references to  hrjobsIRP@aclu.org .  Reference  [ IRP Fall 2019 / Spring 2020 Legal Internship/ACLU-W ]   in the subject line.  Please specify your desired office location in the cover letter.  If you are interested in both offices, please apply separately to each and indicate that you have done so in your cover letter. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address.  This email address is specific to Immigrants’ Rights Project postings.  In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship.  It does not represent a contract of employment.  The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer.  We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.  The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed.  Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation.  Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees.  The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties.  This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Summer 2019 Undergraduate / Graduate Internship - Product & Technology Department, NY   Office:  National Internships › Special Projects Internships Location:  New York FEBRUARY 6, 2019   SUMMER 2019 UNDERGRADUATE / GRADUATE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union Product & Technology Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction. The Product & Technology Department of the ACLU’s National Office in New York, NY seeks applicants for its Summer 2019 Undergraduate/ Graduate Internship.   A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit.  Arrangements can be made with the student’s school for a work/study stipend or course credit.   OVERVIEW The Product & Technology team is made up of product managers, product designers, engineers, and program managers. Our interns will participate in the working on public-facing and internal projects that support our efforts in education, fundraising, and political advocacy, as well as management and analysis of our donor data. Help us design, develop, test, deploy, and iterate the software that supports our mission and programmatic goals.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Product & Technology team on the following: For Engineers: Develop and test web-based pages and user flows for ACLU.org, such as our donation forms, petition pages, and tools for contacting legislators, and for other ACLU web-based applications Enhance our internal constituent management systems through our MySQL database, Salesforce integration, and data analysis platforms Wrangle and analyze data with Python, SQL, and API integrations Research and prototype new software libraries, tools, and 3rd party integrations Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance, record of arrest or conviction Passion for civil liberties and civil rights, especially regarding web accessibility, security, digital privacy, and related practices for making software inclusive and accessible to all Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts Other duties as assigned For Designers: Visual and interaction design for ACLU.org, such as informational and advocacy content, petition forms, tools for contacting legislators and organizing activists, and other ACLU web-based services Research and synthesize real-world user feedback to make minor and major improvements Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance, record of arrest or conviction Passion for civil liberties and civil rights Commitment to making designs inclusive and accessible to all Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts Other duties as assigned   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS This internship is open to undergraduate/graduate students. Interns should possess the following: For Engineers: Undergraduate or graduate student in computer science, human-computer interaction, or related fields, with previous hands-on software development experience through coursework and/or personal projects Hands-on experience with at least one common programming language, such as Python, JavaScript, Java, or PHP Experience with HTML and CSS; for candidates interested in front-end web development, knowledge of supporting tools such as jQuery, SASS, Vue.js, or React is a plus For candidates interested in back-end systems or data engineering, experience with relational databases and supporting tools such as SQL and/or R is desirable Familiarity with common software architecture patterns for web applications such as client/server communication and Model-View-Controller, and automated software testing practices For Designers: Undergraduate or graduate student in interaction design, information design, graphic design, or related fields, with previous hands-on design experience through coursework and/or personal projects Ability to communicate concepts and ideas through sketches and wireframes Excellent collaboration and presentation skills Familiarity with designing user-centered experiences for the web – knowledge of HTML, CSS, Javascript is a plus Fluency with Sketch, Illustrator, Figma, or other design tools   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter describing your interest in technology and civil liberties, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during college / graduate school; a current resume; and a list of three references to  hrjobsptec@aclu.org .  Reference  [Product & Technology Summer 2019 Undergraduate/Graduate Internship/W]  in the subject line.  Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address.  This email address is specific to Product & Technology postings.  In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment.  The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer.  We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.  The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed.  Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation.  Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees.  The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties.  This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Summer 2019 Undergraduate Internship – Digital / Communications, NY   Office:  National Internships › Communications Internships Location:  New York FEBRUARY 1, 2019   SUMMER 2019 UNDERGRADUATE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union Social Media Intern, New York   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction. The Social Media Team of the ACLU’s National Office in New York seeks applicants for its Summer 2019 Undergraduate Internship.   A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit.  Arrangements can be made with the student’s school for a work/study stipend or course credit.   OVERVIEW The ACLU Digital Communications team is responsible for promoting the ACLU’s mission, its brand and its programs through our website, email, and social media.   INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Interns will have the opportunity to learn about the breadth of the ACLU’s work and how the Digital Communications department supports the work through communications strategy, online advocacy, and by producing content for the ACLU blog and website, multimedia and social media channels. The Internship is typically full-time and requires a ten-week commitment with a start date in June 2019.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending on experience and interest, Interns will gain digital advocacy and/or strategic communications experience by: Participating in marketing, communications, and digital team meetings and strategy discussions Creating and posting online content for ACLU.org and ACLU’s social media platforms Conducting research on social media and digital campaign best practices Analyzing the effectiveness of existing online digital advocacy campaigns Participating in ACLU summer internship program events including lunch-time lectures, workshops and other activities Website and multimedia graphics and design   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS This Internship is open to all undergraduate students who possess a strong interest in advocacy and digital communications, and who may have coursework or employment related to the Internship that includes one of the following: Current digital media tools and marketing practices Experience with social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and other emerging platforms (as well as management and social listening platforms) Experience with a Content Management System (CMS) like Wordpress, Drupal, or Squarespace Strong written and communications skills Experience working with teams Digital design and/or print experience Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, or FinalCut Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced working environment A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights and social justice   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter describing your interest in (e.g. social media, digital/multimedia or strategic communications) and civil liberties, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during college; a current resume; and a list of three references to  hrjobsCOMM@aclu.org .  Reference  [Summer 2019 Digital Internship]   in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address.  This email address is specific to Digital team postings.  In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment.  The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer.  We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.  The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions.  We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed.  Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation.  Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees.  The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties.  This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Manager, Prospect Data & Development [DEVF-55] - Development Department, NY   Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York JANUARY 25, 2019   CAREER OPPORTUNITY Manager, Prospect Data & Development [DEVF-55] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Development Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than 1.5 million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The Development Department of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City is seeking applicants for a full-time Manager, Prospect Data & Development .   OVERVIEW Reporting to the Associate Director, Mid & Major Gifts, the Prospect Data & Development Manager will be responsible for managing the identification, movement and tracking of all donors and prospects in the nationwide major gifts pipeline, which encompasses all donors who can give $1,000 to over $1 million.   The position will also manage the donor data and reporting for the Mid & Major Gifts department.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Implement and manage a moves management system for all national and affiliate major gifts donors and prospects that drives the ACLU’s donor pipeline Work collaboratively with other units at the national office and with affiliate fundraising programs to ensure that donor data and portfolio tracking is cohesive and consistent across the enterprise, but also flexible enough to be used by different programs of varying goals and sizes Identify reporting needs of Mid & Major Gifts department and work with Analytics team to create reports that will allow national and affiliate fundraisers to understand the current state and health of their prospecting and solicitation programs Prepare all reports and tracking information for regular meetings between national office and affiliates related to major gifts portfolio tracking Create, implement and distribute regular reports on issues relating to pipeline and program health, including but not limited to stage aging, churn, retention, vulnerable donors, prospect queues Proactively identify prospects for various ACLU prospect development programs. Establish and maintain a way to manage new donors and prospects who enter the pipeline Manage basic prospect research that is completed within Mid & Major Gifts program Work with database team to ensure that the database is properly supporting moves management needs across national and affiliate offices Ensure that all donor information is managed in a central database, in a manner that emphasizes the highest standards of data integrity Implement cultivation and stewardship efforts, such as high-touch telemarketing programs, to advance donor relationships Manage annual donor listing process for Mid & Major Gifts department Assist the Mid & Major Gifts department with other duties as assigned Demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion internally and externally with a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance Commit to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Fundraising experience in a non-profit environment, ideally at an organization with scale and complexity  comparable to the ACLU Experience managing fundraising data Experience with donor prospecting and major gifts programs preferred Exceptional analytic skills Ability to interface professionally with all levels of staff at the national office and affiliates; confidentiality is essential Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects; superior attention to detail with strong follow through Initiative, self-motivation and ability to work independently as well as  part of a team Flexibility and a willingness to take on new tasks as the responsibilities of the position evolve Strong verbal and written communication skills Commitment to the mission and goals of the ACLU   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within the parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter, resume and a relevant writing sample to:  hrjobsDEVF@aclu.org – reference   [DEVF-55]  in the subject line.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.   The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status and record of arrest or conviction.   The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions.   We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed.  Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply.   The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees.  The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Assistant Director, Donor Engagement & Prospect Development [DEVF-109] - Development Department, NY   Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York JANUARY 25, 2019   CAREER OPPORTUNITY Assistant Director, Donor Engagement & Prospect Development [DEVF-109] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Development Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than 1.5 million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The Development Department of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City is seeking applicants for a full-time Assistant Director, Donor Engagement & Prospect Development .   OVERVIEW Reporting to the Associate Director, Mid & Major Gifts, the Assistant Director of Donor Engagement & Prospect Development will be part of a team responsible for creating and implementing the systems for the ACLU’s donor pipeline and moves management.  The Assistant Director will create donor personas encompassing the best prospects for upgraded giving at all levels of the donor file, from donors who can give $1,000 to over $1 million.  The Assistant Director will channel those donors into the fundraising program that best encourages their generous support, develop benchmarks for moving donors in and out of the prospect pipeline, report on pipeline health and do this work in as cost-effective a manner as possible to preserve net income across the organization.  The Assistant Director will also be responsible for engaging a portfolio of top Mid & Major Gifts prospects in a philanthropic relationship with the ACLU.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manage and optimize a system to create and maintain major gifts portfolios across national and affiliate offices (53 total) Ensure timely assignment of top prospects to appropriate major gifts track, establish portfolio waiting lists, and review portfolio churn so that prospects with the highest potential value and those best primed for an ask are prioritized Create and manage the ACLU’s prospect development persona program, ensuring that the program quickly integrates donors with new or changed giving patterns, is continually refreshed to reflect changing organizational giving patterns/universes/events, and is maximized to achieve the highest ROI possible from prospects in the program Develop and implement (in coordination with the Associate Director, Mid & Major Gifts) engagement strategies, including mail, phone and email outreach, to initiate philanthropic relationships and steward donors and prospects not assigned to a major gifts portfolio  Engage a portfolio of top Mid & Major Gifts prospects by mail, phone and email to build a philanthropic relationship with the ACLU Work with high-touch telemarketing vendor to assign prospects and develop scripts for the ACLU’s virtual gift officer program Work with the ACLU’s prospect research team to identify new prospects for research, and to feed newly researched prospects into the optimal persona track Drive the schedule and process for reviewing all portfolios across the organization on a regular basis Lead the creation of an institution-wide moves management process Manage the creation of key reports that will allow us to see pipeline health, churn and other key metrics. Ensure that all information, in a central database is managed in a manner that emphasizes the highest standards of data integrity Facilitate continual conversation, data sharing and collaboration between the mid-level, planned giving, major gifts and leadership gifts program to ensure that prospect development activities are coordinated across all programs  Assist the Major and Mid-Level Gifts department with other duties as assigned Demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion internally and externally with a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance Commit to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Fundraising experience in a non-profit environment, ideally at an organization with scale and complexity comparable to the ACLU Experience in development operations and/or building systems to manage donor experiences Experience cultivating and soliciting major gifts preferred Ability to interface professionally with all levels of staff at the national office and affiliates.  Confidentiality is essential. Ability to analyze data to identify opportunities for programmatic change and growth Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects; superior attention to detail with strong follow through Initiative, self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team Flexibility and a willingness to take on new tasks as the responsibilities of the position evolve Experience working with a CRM system is required Strong verbal and written communication skills Commitment to the mission and goals of the ACLU   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within the parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter, resume and a relevant writing sample to:  hrjobsDEVF@aclu.org  -  reference   [DEVF-109]  in the subject line.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.   The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status and record of arrest or conviction.   The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions.   We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: hrjobsincl@aclu.org . Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply.   The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Legal Administrative Assistant [CL-05] - Center for Liberty, NY   Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York JANUARY 18, 2019   Legal Administrative Assistant [CL-05] American Civil Liberties Foundation Center for Liberty, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than a million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction.  The Center for Liberty of the ACLU’s National office in New York City is seeking a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant .   OVERVIEW The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU’s work on women’s rights, reproductive freedom, LGBT rights, freedom of religion and belief, and disability rights.  The Center for Liberty includes the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender & HIV Project, the Reproductive Freedom Project, the Women’s Rights Project, the Disability Rights Program, and the Program on Freedom of Religion and Belief.  The Center is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The Legal Administrative Assistant is an integral member of the Center for Liberty and will have the opportunity to learn about current threats to liberty interests as well as strategies to advance our rights.  The Legal Administrative Assistant will contribute to all areas of the Center’s work and will report to the Director of the Center and the Center Attorney, among others.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform general administrative duties for the Center, including processing invoices, tracking expenses and case costs, generating expense reports, etc. Schedule and arrange meetings, prepare materials and handle travel arrangements for Director and other staff Conduct research for monthly newsletter addressing religious exemptions, background memoranda, presentations, and other matters Coordinate production, release, and subscriptions for monthly newsletter addressing religious exemptions and a similar quarterly international newsletter Provide administrative support for manager review of applications for intern positions Work jointly with interns and communicate routine and/or procedural guidance on projects assigned by managers Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts Perform other clerical tasks as assigned   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor’s Degree or 1-2 years of work experience preferred Self-starter and ability to take initiative Strong administrative, organizational and time management skills Detail oriented and adept at handling multiple tasks simultaneously Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; excellent telephone manner Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and possess experience with Internet research Excellent writing and proofreading skills Ability to work independently, as well as within a team Commitment to the mission and goals of the ACLU   COMPENSATION Salary for this position is $52,703. Excellent benefit package provided.   HOW TO APPLY Please submit letter of interest, current resume, names and telephone numbers of two references, and writing sample by email to   hrjobsCFL@aclu.org – reference   [CL-05]  in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address.  This email address is specific to the Center for Liberty posting.  In order to ensure your application is received, please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity.   Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required.  It does not represent a contract of employment.  The ACLU reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.  The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed.  Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation.  Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees.  The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties.  This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Director, Racial Justice Program [RJP-01] - Racial Justice Program, NY   Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York DECEMBER 6, 2018   Director, Racial Justice Program [RJP-01] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Racial Justice Program, New York, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The Racial Justice Program of the National office in New York City is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Program Director .   Overview The Racial Justice Program (RJP) is part of the ACLU’s Trone Center for Justice and Equality , which works to combat racial discrimination; to ensure that our criminal justice system is effective, fair, and free of racial bias; to advocate for humane and constitutional conditions of confinement; and to abolish the death penalty as a legitimate form of punishment.  The Trone Center for Justice and Equality also includes the Criminal Law Reform Project, Capital Punishment Project, and the National Prison Project. The RJP in particular challenges racial discrimination and other practices and policies that have a direct or disparate impact on communities of color, including Native American communities.  RJP has had a particular emphasis on education and criminal justice and economic justice issues. RJP has worked to assure that persons of color have access to economic opportunities in the areas of government programs and access to fair credit home and home ownership. In furtherance of these goals, RJP, often working with the ACLU's 53 affiliates nationwide, has filed lawsuits challenging disparate educational opportunities, pre- and post- 9/11 racial profiling, policies and practices which push children out of the education system into the juvenile justice and criminal justice systems, unfair lending practices and a range of police and criminal justice system practices which have a particularly adverse impact on communities of color. RJP has also engaged in other innovative advocacy and public education efforts including the development of resource materials and web sites addressing a number of racial justice issues.   Roles and Responsibilities The Director of the Racial Justice Program, reporting directly to the Director of the Trone Center for Justice and Equality, is responsible for leading a program staff based in New York that includes a full-time deputy director, litigators, paralegals, legal assistants, and one or more legal fellows. Specifically, the responsibilities of the Director, Racial Justice Program include but are not limited to the following: Collaborate with the Center Director to determine the ACLU’s racial justice priorities and ensure that the Program’s resources are used effectively in support of these priorities Establish and implement a national strategy for the ACLU to address the issues related to racial justice, including Native American rights, through an integrated program of advocacy, research, public education and litigation  Develop and manage the Program’s litigation docket, which is primarily focused on trials and direct appeals Coordinate with other parts of the ACLU to develop and implement the ACLU’s non-litigation advocacy relating to racial justice work Work with coalition partners in formulating strategies to combat racial discrimination Supervise Program staff, including staff attorneys Manage the Program’s budget Advise and support ACLU state affiliates working on racial justice issues in their own jurisdictions Act as a public spokesperson for the ACLU on racial justice issues Work with the ACLU’s Development Department to communicate the Program’s goals and successes to foundation and individual donors and prospects Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office; using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts   Experience and Qualifications The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is seeking an ambitious and dedicated Program Director to lead the Racial Justice Program, with experience challenging racial discrimination in the criminal justice system. The successful candidate will have a strong track record in leadership and driving a vision within a complex and multi-faceted department. This individual will need to be intensely driven, innovative, committed and able to operate in the current environment while identifying and implementing required improvements appropriately, expediently and respectfully. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can help the organization see around the corner and develop the organization for future success. A strong candidate will have personal experience in organizing and coalition building, as well as a track record of strategic development of long-term policy plans. This position requires the highest integrity, sound judgment, and strong communication skills. The successful candidate will also have: A J.D. degree is required. A minimum of ten (10) years of experience is strongly preferred. Individuals with significantly more experience are also encouraged to apply If not currently admitted to the New York Bar, candidate must be admitted to the bar of another state and agree to become admitted to the New York Bar within one year of hire Significant racial justice and racial discrimination litigation experience Ideal candidates will have experience, either through personal connection and history or through work experience, with minority communities harmed by racial discrimination An ability to develop and implement multi-faceted campaigns that include litigation, public education, advocacy, and media outreach Experience managing a team and strong commitment to team-building and positive organizational culture, including commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts Excellent legal research, writing, verbal communication, and community outreach skills A demonstrated ability to publicly communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including the general public, national and local media, policy makers and others A demonstrated ability to think creatively and work independently Travel as required for litigation, conferences, speaking engagements, and client development    Compensation The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   How to Apply Please send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to  RJPDirector@aclu.org .  Reference   [Director, Racial Justice Program RJP-01]  in the subject line.  Please note this is not the general ACLU email address.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required.  It does not represent a contract of employment.  The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer.  We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions.  We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation.  Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees.  The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties.  This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Centennial Campaign and Donor Stewardship Coordinator [DEVF-66] - Development Department, NY   Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York JANUARY 10, 2019   Centennial Campaign and Donor Stewardship Coordinator [DEVF-66] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Development Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than 1.5 million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The Development Department of the National Office in New York City is seeking a full-time Coordinator for the Centennial Campaign and Donor Stewardship unit.   OVERVIEW Under the supervision of the Deputy Director of the Centennial Campaign and Donor Stewardship, the Coordinator will assume a key role in the successful implementation of a donor stewardship program that enhances relationships between the ACLU and its donors.  The position will also act as Executive Assistant to the Chief Development Officer.  The ideal candidate will have experience as a special assistant and/or an event planner, and will have excellent organizational and communications skills, preferably in a fundraising setting.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Centennial Campaign and Donor Stewardship Unit Assist with planning and handle logistics for ACLU donor stewardship experiences, including but not limited to tele-conference town halls and roundtable calls for top donors and in-person donor cultivation events Work on donor stewardship communications efforts, including, but not limited to coordinating and executing mass mailings, ensuring quality control and timely delivery, and assisting with production, mail list management, and responding to reader inquiries for the ACLU Magazine Maintain and update communication platforms with ACLU affiliates, including a master calendar of donor stewardship activities, the Development Department section of the internal ACLU website, and the nationwide development listserv Assist with budgeting process, track expenses; process invoices and expense reports Assist with photo research, permissions and licensing; schedule and coordinate photo shoots for unit publications, including the ACLU Magazine, the ACLU and Centennial Campaign annual reports, and other donor reports. Handle meeting logistics for the unit Assess and ensure progress against project timelines, anticipating obstacles and “managing up” and across to maintain momentum towards project completion Track donor giving and engagement in electronic database and generate reports Foster relationships and collaborate with other staff across the Development department and the organization. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts Undertake special projects and perform other duties as assigned   Chief Development Officer Serve as the first point of contact for the Chief Development Officer for the following: Manage Chief Development Officer’s calendar Handle meeting logistics including scheduling, preparing agendas and meeting materials Coordinate logistics for quarterly department-wide meetings Coordinate travel and manage expense reimbursement   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a non-profit or development environment, preferred. Minimum of two years’ experience  managing projects or event planning, highly desired Self-starter adept at planning, prioritizing, organizing, and follow through as well as the ability to work well under pressure and see projects through to completion while meeting tight deadlines is essential Superior writing and verbal communication skills and superior attention to detail Experience working on publications and a keen eye for print and online design is a plus Ability to work with staff at all levels within the organization, including senior staff Ability to represent the organization and communicate professionally with donors, ACLU staff, and other colleagues, maintaining tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain a sense of humor in stressful circumstances Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet usage; experience with fundraising databases preferred Commitment to the ACLU’s mission and programs   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within the parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter, resume and a relevant writing sample to:   hrjobsDEVF@aclu.org – reference   [DEVF-66]  in the subject line.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Spring/Summer 2019 Undergraduate Internship - Human Resources, NY Office:  Undergraduate Internships Location:  New York JANUARY 3, 2019   SPRING/SUMMER 2019 INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union Human Resources Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for women and the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.   INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW The Human Resources Department of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City is seeking applicants for a spring 2019 internship. This internship is for rising undergraduate juniors or seniors or equivalent interested in business or Human Resources careers in the non-profit space. Interns will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a fast-paced, team environment where they can expect to gain meaningful hands-on experience on a broad range of HR activities. Based on the candidate’s background and interests, they will be matched to a role within the HR department in benefits, operations, recruitment, or innovation. The internship is part-time and requires a semester-long commitment. A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assisting with executing employee activities and engagement events Assisting with the creation and updating of processes, procedures and materials Updating and maintaining databases and files Posting positions to job boards and websites and performing related follow-up Assisting with special projects as needed   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Excellent research, writing, analytical and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite Strong attention to detail Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Highly motivated and organized Authorization to work in the United States Interest in civil rights and civil liberties and commitment to the mission of the ACLU   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter describing your interest, including any relevant life or work experience; a current resume; the details of your availability; and a list of three references to  HRJobsADMU@aclu.org .  Reference   [Human Resources Spring 2019 Internship]  in the subject line.  Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address.  This email address is specific to Human Resources postings.  In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions.  We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org . Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed.  Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Software Engineer [PTEC-27] - Product & Technology Department, NY   Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York JANUARY 9, 2019   Software Engineer [PTEC-27] American Civil Liberties Union Product & Technology Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction.   OVERVIEW The ACLU’s Product Development team is looking for a full-time junior to mid-level Software Engineer to join our Product Development team and contribute to public-facing products in support of the organization’s mission. We’re a multidisciplinary team working with stakeholder groups across the organization and within the broader Product & Technology department. In close collaboration with stakeholders, the team brainstorms, builds, and refines web and mobile software products that both educate constituents about their rights, and provide direct opportunities for meaningful political action. The team is introducing new interactive tools and experiences, as well as improving the user experience of existing systems. The Software Engineer reports to the Head of Product Development, and will play an important role on our small team.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Contribute to server­-side development on multiple projects; evaluate and select tools and frameworks for web and mobile applications Help refine the workflow for designing, writing, reviewing, testing, and deploying systems that promotes intra - and inter - team communication and enables reusability, flexibility, and frequent iteration Work with other engineers and product designers to create and maintain a toolbox of code libraries, microservices, page templates, and interaction patterns that supports long-running apps, but can also be quickly remixed in response to current events Collaborate with engineers across the Product & Technology department to integrate with existing content management and data systems Work with stakeholders to tease out goals and product requirements through a user-centric mindset, propose alternate and multi­step solutions, and balance development speed and scope Provide a knowledgeable viewpoint on development discussions and decisions, while remaining open-minded to new technologies and approaches Play a lead role on some projects and a supporting one on others; contribute to multiple areas where needed, including product and project management Educate members inside and outside of the team to improve understanding of current industry-standard development practices and technologies   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS 2+ years of experience with complex web applications in a production environment
or equivalent education and hands-on coursework Experience with one (ideally more) server-side languages and frameworks, including Node.js with Express, Flask or Django with Python, Go, and Ruby on Rails Experience with MySQL and/or PostgreSQL, and additional datastores such as Elasticsearch, Redis, or MongoDB Understanding of how to deploy and manage applications and services in a cloud environment such as AWS/Azure/GCE, as well as managed platforms like Heroku, Docker-based containerization, and CDNs (Fastly, Cloudfront, etc.) Interest in and knowledge of tradeoffs in different application and systems architecture patterns, including traditional MVC, microservices, and serverless/function – as – a - service Experience working with, massaging and integrating data of varying formats and quality, 
including API integrations, SQL, CSV/JSON processing and ETL, spiky workloads and large volumes of data, geospatial data with PostGIS or similar, and semi­structured sources like web scraping Experience with continuous integration and testing, and DevOps practices including configuration management, monitoring and logging, security, privacy, and auto-scaling Understanding of A/B testing, feature flagging, and other forms of incremental rollout to measure changes in user behavior and system metrics Strong understanding of DOM, CSS and JavaScript fundamentals, as well as some hands­-on experience with current client frameworks (React, Vue.js, etc.) Awareness of mobile and desktop development trade-offs, along with a commitment to web accessibility and progressive enhancement Enthusiasm for building open source software, including engaging with a wider community of civic technologists, and an “open by default” mindset   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within the parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter (with salary requirements), a resume to  hrjobsPTEC@aclu.org .  Reference  [PTEC-27/ACLU-W]   in subject line.  Please note that this is not the general ACLU email address.  This email address is specific to the Product and Technology department postings.  In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The Department of Education has determined that employment in this position at the ACLU does not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”   

Senior Systems Administrator [INTE-46] Information Technology Department, NY Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York   JULY 9, 2018   Senior Systems Administrator [INTE-46] American Civil Liberties Union Information Technology Department, NY For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than a million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or national origin.   OVERVIEW The Senior Systems Administrator will be part of a team of a talented IT support staff that demonstrate superb technical competency, deliver mission critical infrastructure support while ensuring the highest levels of availability, performance and security for all ACLU National offices.  The candidate must be a forward thinking individual with a high degree of customer service focus and excellent communication skills while serving as a liaison between infrastructure and general operations of all ACLU National offices to ensure ACLU staff can work effectively to meet organizational goals.  Additional responsibilities will include serving as escalation point of contact for a variety of business unit specific IT services and applications and managing the procurement and asset management of IT equipment.  The Senior Systems Administrator will report to the Associate Director, Information and Technology Services in the Information Technology Department.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate and collaborate with managed service providers, business units, and internal IT administration to ensure availability, reliability, and scalability of ACLU servers and infrastructure to meet business demands. Develop new system and application implementation plans and testing procedures as needed for ACLU business units to ensure operational reliability and expected performance. Serve a primary ACLU technical liaison for managed services vendor to maintain and manage IT infrastructure and ensure performance and availability. Responsible for the implementation of the ACLU’s IT security program to ensure that systems are secure and process and procedures are adopted.  Maintains and enhances security processes and protocols to ensure they evolve in line with industry best practices and new technologies. Act as project lead in the design and review of new server systems, applications, and hardware; conduct capacity planning as needed. Manage enterprise directory services and supporting server infrastructure to ensure secure and uninterrupted access to ACLU systems. Responsible for the planning, monitoring, and recording software license and/or hardware assets to ensure compliance with vendor contracts. Assists in forming procurement strategies to optimize technology spend across the organization, and develop and implement procedures for tracking company assets throughout their intended lifecycles. Serves as subject matter expert and Tier 2 escalation point for infrastructure issues. Make recommendations to improve efficiencies through development and adoption of best practices and standardized procedures. Provide Tier 2 support and administration of ACLU business applications such as Document Management System, Secure FTP, Microsoft Exchange, Office 365, Microsoft Azure, and SharePoint. Utilize project management skills to manage full life cycle of small to medium sized projects. Participate in the planning of the IT strategy and budgeting processes. Manage special projects as assigned. On-call coverage will be required on a rotational basis. Some travel will be required.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Working knowledge of network topology and terminology including SMTP, SNMP, DNS and SSL Associate’s Degree in Information Technology or a related field; and three years of related experience; or a minimum of 5 years’ related work experience. Must possess complete technical comprehension of server and desktop operating systems, network architectures and protocols Demonstrated ability to work independently and set up administrative systems. Ability to compile, assimilate, understand, and communicate information to various groups. Advanced knowledge in administrating Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Office 365, DMS, and Mobile Device Management. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Mobile applications.  Not for profit technology and software knowledge a plus. Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment. Familiarity with project management processes. Exceptionally self-motivated and directed with ability to set and manage priorities judiciously. Strong written and oral communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and time management skills.   REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS Windows 7, 8.1 & 10, Server 2012, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, Office 365, Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS, Mac OS, Microsoft Office 2010, 2013, 2016, SaaS, IaaS, desktop configuration, hardware diagnosis.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter and resume to   hrjobsINTE@aclu.org   -  reference [INTE-46/ACLU] in the subject line.  Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The Department of Education has determined that employment in this position at the ACLU does not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”

Legal Administrative Assistant [SPT-03] - Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project, New York, NY Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York   July 3, 2018   Legal Administrative Assistant [SPT-03] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project, New York, NY For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than a million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction.   OVERVIEW The Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project (SPT)  of the ACLU’S National Office in New York City seeks a Legal Administrative Assistant. The Legal Administrative Assistant will be a core member of the SPT team, will attend regular staff meetings, and will have the opportunity to learn about legal issues relating to speech, privacy, and technology. The Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Democracy, which works to strengthen democratic institutions and values, including the values of government transparency and accountability, and to reinforce the United States’ commitment to human rights and the rule of law. The Center for Democracy includes—in addition to the Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project—the Human Rights Program, Immigrants’ Rights Project, National Security Project, and Voting Rights Project, and also works closely with staff from the ACLU’s Communications Department, Affiliate Support and Advocacy Department, and Washington Legislative Office. The Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project is dedicated to protecting and expanding the First Amendment freedoms of expression, association, and inquiry; expanding the right to privacy and increasing the control that individuals have over their personal information; and ensuring that civil liberties are enhanced rather than compromised by new advances in science and technology. The Project is currently litigating cases and conducting other advocacy efforts on a variety of issues, including political protest, freedom of expression online, privacy of electronic information, journalists’ rights, scientific freedom, and openness in the courts.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain and organize professional and user-friendly office filing system. Schedule meetings and conference calls, and prepare relevant materials. Provide administrative support for manager review of applications for intern positions. Answer telephones, screen calls, and take messages. Fax, copy, mail and complete other general administrative duties as assigned. Collect, analyze, and organize legal, factual, social science and other non-legal research for use in litigation documents and policy presentations; conduct searches on internal and external document databases and systems, cull relevant information from a variety of resources such as newspapers, magazines, libraries, case documents and trade associations. Handle travel arrangements. Work jointly with interns and communicate routine and/or procedural guidance on projects assigned by managers. Assist in preparation and filing of legal documents. Handle special projects and other duties as assigned. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree or 2 years related administrative experience is preferred. Must have excellent organizational skills and be detail-oriented. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and have experience with Internet research. Excellent research and writing skills. Must take initiative, be highly organized and detail-oriented, and possess strong interpersonal and time-management skills. Ability to work independently as well as within a team.   A commitment to assisting the ACLU in its mission to defend civil rights and civil liberties. A demonstrated interest in human rights and civil liberties issues relating to free speech, privacy and technology.   COMPENSATION Salary for this position is $52,703.  Generous benefits package provided.   HOW TO APPLY Please submit a letter of interest, a current resume, the names and telephone numbers of two references, and a writing sample (1-2 pages) to   hrjobsSPT@aclu.org .  Reference [SPT-03/ACLU-W] in the subject line . Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to SPT postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, record of arrest or conviction, and veteran status.    The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:   hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”   

Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship, Women’s Rights Project, NY Office:  Legal Fellowships Location:  New York   June 15, 2018   Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity  Notice to Third-Year Law Students and Recent Graduates American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Women’s Rights Project, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s protecting the rights of immigrants, ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for women and the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU invites rising third-year law students and recent law graduates to apply for a sponsorship opportunity to work with us as a Legal Fellow. The Women’s Rights Project of the National office in New York seeks applicants to consider for a sponsored fellowship such as Skadden, Equal Justice Works, or other public interest fellowships to begin in the fall of 2019.   OVERVIEW The Women’s Rights Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes.  The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU’s work on women’s rights, reproductive freedom, LGBT rights and the rights of people living with HIV, freedom of religion and belief, and the rights of people with disabilities. Founded in 1972 by Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the Women's Rights Project (WRP) has been a leader in the legal battles to ensure women’s full equality in American society. WRP is dedicated to the advancement of the rights and interests of women and works to break down gender stereotypes that limit opportunities for individuals. Through litigation, advocacy, grassroots mobilization, and public education, WRP pushes for change and systemic reform in those institutions that perpetuate discrimination based on gender.  WRP has been an active participant in virtually all of the major gender discrimination litigation in the Supreme Court, in advocacy efforts for women’s rights at the state and federal level, and in significant communications efforts on behalf of women and girls. We are particularly interested in a project addressing either (1) the failure of school districts to prevent and remedy sexual harassment and violence in K-12 education or (2) the failure of employers to prevent and remedy sexual harassment and assault in low-wage occupational sectors, such as hospitality, janitorial, and retail. However, we will also consider proposals for projects addressing other gender justice issues. Our staff will work with candidates to develop their proposals for submission, helping tailor the proposal to address an important civil liberties issue while satisfying the funding organization’s requirements. Proposed projects often combine litigation and advocacy with community outreach and public education.  . ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects. Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs. Interview witnesses and potential clients. Participate in discovery, brief writing, and trial practice. Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials. Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys. Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns. Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance. Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS D. or expected to receive a J.D by the spring of 2019. Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding. Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, manage a variety of tasks and see projects through to completion. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, women’s rights, and gender justice. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale, to supplement the external funding.   HOW TO APPLY If you would like to be considered for a sponsorship opportunity, please submit by email to HRJobsWRP@aclu.org , referencing “2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship – Women’s Rights Project” in the subject line: a letter of interest (your letter may, but is not required to, include a description of a project proposal) current resume legal writing sample unofficial law school transcript names and telephone numbers of three references   We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by July 6, 2018. Please indicate where you learned of this job posting.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, genetic information, record of arrest or conviction, and veteran status. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: HRJobsINCL@aclu.org . Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”    

Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship, Voting Rights Project, NY Office:  Legal Fellowships Location:  New York   June 15, 2018   Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity  Notice to Third-Year Law Students and Recent Graduates American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Voting Rights Project, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s protecting the rights of immigrants, ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for women and the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU invites rising third-year law students and recent law graduates to apply for a sponsorship opportunity to work with us as a Legal Fellow. The Voting Rights Project (VRP) of the National office in New York, NY seeks applicants to consider for a sponsored fellowship such as Skadden, Equal Justice Works, or other public interest fellowships to begin in the fall of 2019.   OVERVIEW The ACLU Voting Rights Project was established in 1965 – the same year that the historic Voting Rights Act (VRA) was enacted – and has litigated more than 300 cases since that time.  Its mission is to ensure that all Americans can participate freely and equally in the political process. The Project employs an integrated advocacy approach – a combination of legislative advocacy and litigation – and has active cases in over a dozen states.  Between the 2012 and 2016 presidential elections, the ACLU won or settled 15 cases in 12 states protecting the voting rights of more than 5 million people.  In addition to our work on voter suppression, the Project works on redistricting issues and challenges electoral arrangements that dilute the political strength of minority communities.  The Voting Rights Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Democracy, which works to strengthen democratic institutions and values, including the values of government transparency and accountability, and to reinforce the United States’ commitment to human rights and the rule of law. The Center for Democracy includes, in addition to the National Security Project, the Human Rights Program, the Project on Speech, Privacy, and Technology, the Immigrants’ Rights Project, and the Voting Rights Project. Our staff will work with candidates to develop their proposals for submission, helping tailor the proposal to address an important civil liberties issue while satisfying the funding organization’s requirements. Proposed projects often combine litigation and advocacy with community outreach and public education. The Voting Rights Project is interested in fellowship project proposals that fall into any of the following categories: fighting voter suppression; ensuring equal representation for communities of color; modernizing registration and voting systems; reforming felon disenfranchisement laws; and eliminating partisan gerrymandering.  Proposed projects that involve work around the protecting voters in the 2020 presidential elections are encouraged.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects. Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs. Interview witnesses and potential clients. Participate in discovery, brief writing, and trial practice. Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials. Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys. Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns. Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance. Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS D. or expected to receive a J.D by the spring of 2019. Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding. Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, manage a variety of tasks and see projects through to completion. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, and racial justice. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale, to supplement the external funding.   HOW TO APPLY If you would like to be considered for a sponsorship opportunity, please submit by email to HRJobsVRP@aclu.org , referencing “2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship – VRP” in the subject line: a letter of interest (your letter may, but is not required to, include a description of a project proposal) current resume legal writing sample unofficial law school transcript names and telephone numbers of three references   We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by July 6, 2018 Please indicate where you learned of this job posting   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, record of arrest or conviction, and veteran status. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: HRJobsINCL@aclu.org . Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”    

Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship, Racial Justice Program, NY Office:  Legal Fellowships Location:  New York   June 15, 2018   Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity  Notice to Third-Year Law Students and Recent Graduates American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Racial Justice Program, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s protecting the rights of immigrants, ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for women and the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU invites rising third-year law students and recent law graduates to apply for a sponsorship opportunity to work with us as a Legal Fellow. The Racial Justice Program of the National office in New York seeks applicants to consider for a sponsored fellowship such as Skadden, Equal Justice Works, or other public interest fellowships to begin in the fall of 2019.   OVERVIEW The ACLU's Racial Justice Program challenges racial discrimination and other practices and policies that have a direct or disparate impact on communities of color with a particular emphasis on education and criminal justice and economic justice issues. RJP seeks to ensure that all children have access to equal, high quality educational opportunities, regardless of race or ethnicity. Likewise, RJP is dedicated to exposing and eliminating discriminatory practices and policies which have a disproportionate impact on communities of color throughout the criminal justice system, particularly those that criminalize poverty by subjecting indigent people to jailing because of an inability to pay court fines and fees. RJP has worked to assure that persons of color have access to economic opportunities in the areas of government programs and access to fair credit home and home ownership. Recognizing the potential of new forms of discrimination resulting from the rapid advance of digital technology, RJP has increasingly turned its attention to taking steps to monitoring and taking action to counter the discriminatory effects of digital platforms. RJP also seeks to expand its work on providing protection against discrimination for Native American individuals and tribes. And we want to explore cutting edge ideas for new litigation strategies to advance racial justice. In furtherance of these goals, R.JP, often working with the ACLU's 53 affiliates nationwide, has filed lawsuits challenging disparate educational opportunities, pre- and post- 9/11 racial profiling, policies and practices which push children out of the education system into the juvenile justice and criminal justice systems, unfair lending practices and a range of police and criminal justice system practices which have a particularly adverse impact on communities of color. R.JP has also engaged in other innovative advocacy and public education efforts including the development of resource materials and web sites addressing a number of racial justice issues. RJP is part of the ACLU Trone Center for Justice and Equality, which also includes the ACLU's work on criminal justice reform, eliminating the death penalty and upholding the rights of those who are incarcerated in American prisons and jails. Our staff will work with candidates to develop their proposals for submission, helping tailor the proposal to address an important civil liberties issue while satisfying the funding organization’s requirements. Proposed projects often combine litigation and advocacy with community outreach and public education.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects. Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs. Interview witnesses and potential clients. Participate in discovery, brief writing, and trial practice. Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials. Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys. Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns. Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance. Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS D. or expected to receive a J.D by the spring of 2019. Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding. Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, manage a variety of tasks and see projects through to completion. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties; interest in expanding access to abortion and reproductive health care. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale, to supplement the external funding.   HOW TO APPLY If you would like to be considered for a sponsorship opportunity, please submit by email to HRJobsRJP@aclu.org , referencing “2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship – Racial Justice Program” in the subject line: a letter of interest (your letter may, but is not required to, include a description of a project proposal) current resume legal writing sample unofficial law school transcript names and telephone numbers of three references   We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by July 6, 2018 Please indicate where you learned of this job posting   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, record of arrest or conviction, and veteran status. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: HRJobsINCL@aclu.org . Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”    

Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship, Reproductive Freedom Project, NY Office:  Legal Fellowships Location:  New York   June 15, 2018   Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity  Notice to Third-Year Law Students and Recent Graduates American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Reproductive Freedom Project, NY For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s protecting the rights of immigrants, ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for women and the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU invites rising third-year law students and recent law graduates to apply for a sponsorship opportunity to work with us as a Legal Fellow. The Reproductive Freedom Project of the National office in New York seeks applicants to consider for a sponsored fellowship such as an Equal Justice Works or other public interest fellowships to begin in the fall of 2019.   OVERVIEW The Project’s mission is to secure a world that respects and supports every person’s right to form intimate relationships and to decide whether and when to have a child, and where all people have the resources and tools to access the health care they need to effectuate these decisions. Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, the ACLU strives to ensure that the freedoms and opportunities enjoyed by some become the freedoms and opportunities enjoyed by all. The ACLU is particularly committed to ensuring that individuals’ access to reproductive health care is not compromised because of their race, immigration or economic status, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability or where they live. Further, we recognize that people lead intersectional lives and believe that this work must be informed by broader racial and social justice considerations. For four decades, the ACLU has been a leader in the efforts to reduce the shame and stigma around abortion and ensure that every person has access to safe, affordable abortion care in their communities.  The ACLU has participated in nearly every reproductive rights case before the Supreme Court and in significant cases in federal and state courts too numerous to count.  Below are just a few examples of current cases:  A challenge to the Trump Administration’s policy that bars immigrant minors like our client, Jane Doe, from obtaining abortions; A federal constitutional challenge to Kentucky’s efforts to shut down the last abortion clinic in the state; State constitutional cases seeking to restore Medicaid coverage for abortion in 2 states; Federal constitutional challenges to abortions bans in numerous states; Numerous cases seeking to expand the availability and accessibility of abortion care; and   Challenges to attempts by the Trump Administration to roll back access to contraception and to dismantle the federal family planning program that provides access to contraception to millions of low-income people each year.    The Reproductive Freedom Project is unique among reproductive rights organizations in that it works with the ACLU’s nationwide network of state affiliates as well as attorneys and advocates in the organization who specialize in areas such as immigrants’ rights, racial justice, LGBT rights, disability rights, and freedom of speech and religion. Our staff will work with candidates to develop their proposals for submission, helping tailor the proposal to address an important civil liberties issue while satisfying the funding organization’s requirements. Proposed projects often combine litigation and advocacy with community outreach and public education.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects. Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs. Interview witnesses and potential clients. Participate in discovery, brief writing, and trial practice. Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials. Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys. Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns. Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance. Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS D. or expected to receive a J.D by the spring of 2019. Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding. Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, manage a variety of tasks and see projects through to completion. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties; interest in expanding access to abortion and reproductive health care. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale, to supplement the external funding.   HOW TO APPLY If you would like to be considered for a sponsorship opportunity, please submit by email to hrjobsRFP@aclu.org , referencing “2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship – Reproductive Freedom Project” in the subject line: a letter of interest (your letter may, but is not required to, include a description of a project proposal) current resume legal writing sample unofficial law school transcript names and telephone numbers of three references   We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by July 6, 2018 Please indicate where you learned of this job posting   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, record of arrest or conviction, and veteran status. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: HRJobsINCL@aclu.org . Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”    

Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & HIV Project, NY Office:  Legal Fellowships Location:  New York   June 15, 2018   Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity  Notice to Third-Year Law Students and Recent Graduates American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & HIV Project, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s protecting the rights of immigrants, ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for women and the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU invites rising third-year law students and recent law graduates to apply for a sponsorship opportunity to work with us as a Legal Fellow. The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & HIV Project of the National office in New York seeks applicants to consider for a sponsored fellowship such as Skadden, Equal Justice Works, or other public interest fellowships to begin in the fall of 2019.   OVERVIEW The LGBT & HIV Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU’s work on LGBT rights, the rights of people living with HIV, women’s rights, the rights of people living with disabilities, reproductive freedom, and freedom of religion and belief. The ACLU brought its first LGBT rights case in 1936 and has been a leading advocate on LGBT rights ever since.  Founded in 1986, the LGBT & HIV Projectseeks to create a just society for all LGBT people and people living with HIV regardless of race or income.  Through litigation, lobbying, public education, and organizing, we work to build a country where our communities can live openly without discrimination and enjoy equal rights, personal autonomy, and freedom of expression and association. We litigate in state and federal courts throughout the country, lobby in state legislatures and Congress, advocate for fair administrative policies, organize ballot campaigns, and educate the public.  Our entire advocacy is designed to have a significant effect on the lives of LGBT people and people living with HIV.  Our legal strategies are built around the idea that fighting for civil rights means not just persuading judges but ultimately changing the way people think about our issues.  We frame our litigation and other advocacy around targeted media, online advocacy, and outreach campaigns designed to change public attitudes and to give people on the frontlines the tools they need to fight for their civil rights. Today, the ACLU and its 50+ state affiliates do more litigation, policy advocacy, legislative lobbying, ballot campaigns, and public education work on LGBT issues than any other civil rights organization. Doing this work as part of the broad civil liberties agenda of the ACLU reflects the reality that the LGBT and HIV-affected communities are part of other social change movements and that we must work together if we are to achieve a just society for all.  The ACLU strives to ensure that the racial and economic diversity of the LGBT and HIV-affected communities is reflected in its work and continues to explore ways to make its efforts more sensitive to the needs of people of color and people who are economically disadvantaged. The LGBT & HIV Project is seeking to sponsor a candidate for fellowship funding through Skadden, Equal Justice Works and other programs to develop a proposal increase access to health care, sex-segregated spaces and affirming identification documents for transgender people. Our staff will work with candidates to develop their proposals for submission, helping tailor the proposal to address an important civil liberties issue while satisfying the funding organization’s requirements. Proposed projects often combine litigation and advocacy with community outreach and public education.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects. Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs. Interview witnesses and potential clients. Participate in discovery, brief writing, and trial practice. Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials. Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys. Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns. Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance. Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS D. or expected to receive a J.D by the spring of 2019. Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding. Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, manage a variety of tasks and see projects through to completion. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties; interest in expanding access to abortion and reproductive health care. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale, to supplement the external funding.   HOW TO APPLY If you would like to be considered for a sponsorship opportunity, please submit by email to HRJobsLGBT@aclu.org , referencing “2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship – LGBT & HIV Project” in the subject line: a letter of interest (your letter may, but is not required to, include a description of a project proposal) current resume legal writing sample unofficial law school transcript names and telephone numbers of three references   We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by July 6, 2018 Please indicate where you learned of this job posting   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, record of arrest or conviction, and veteran status. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: HRJobsINCL@aclu.org . Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”    

Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship, Immigrants’ Rights Project, NY or SF Office:   Legal Fellowships Location:   New York   June 15, 2018   Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity  Notice to Third-Year Law Students and Recent Graduates American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Immigrants’ Rights Project, New York or San Francisco   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s protecting the rights of immigrants, ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for women and the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU invites rising third-year law students and recent law graduates to apply for a sponsorship opportunity to work with us as a Legal Fellow. The Immigrants’ Rights Project of the National office seeks applicants to consider for a sponsored fellowship such as Skadden, Equal Justice Works, or other public interest fellowships to begin in the fall of 2019, in either New York City or San Francisco.   OVERVIEW The Immigrants’ Rights Project (IRP) is a national project of the American Civil Liberties Union with offices in New York City and California. Using targeted impact litigation, advocacy and public outreach, the Project carries on the ACLU’s commitment to protecting the rights and liberties of immigrants. In federal district and appellate courts, including the Supreme Court, the Project conducts the nation’s largest impact litigation program dedicated to defending and expanding the rights of immigrants, enforcing the guarantees of the Constitution, and achieving equal justice under the law. The Project has most recently been engaged in litigation and advocacy to challenge: the separation of parents and children at the border; the Muslim travel ban; the detention of asylum seekers and use of mandatory and prolonged immigration detention; the lack of due process in the deportation system, including the lack of appointed counsel and federal court review of deportation orders; constitutional violations that arise from state and local immigration laws and enforcement policies, including state anti-immigrant laws and immigration-related civil rights violations by local police and sheriffs; the arbitrary termination of grants Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) without notice or process; and illegal enforcement tactics used by federal immigration and border patrol agents, including abusive immigration detainer practices and unjustified cross-border shootings by U.S. Border Patrol. Our staff will work with candidates to develop their proposals for submission, helping tailor the proposal to address an important civil liberties issue while satisfying the funding organization’s requirements. Proposed projects often combine litigation and advocacy with community outreach and public education.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects. Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs. Interview witnesses and potential clients. Participate in discovery, brief writing, and trial practice. Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials. Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys. Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns. Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance. Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS D. or expected to receive a J.D by the spring of 2019. Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding. Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, manage a variety of tasks and see projects through to completion. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, social justice, and/or immigrants’ rights work Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale, to supplement the external funding.   HOW TO APPLY If you would like to be considered for a sponsorship opportunity, please submit by email to HRJobsIRP@aclu.org , referencing “2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship – Immigrants’ Rights Project” in the subject line: a letter of interest (your letter may, but is not required to, include a description of a project proposal) current resume legal writing sample unofficial law school transcript names and telephone numbers of three references   We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by July 6, 2018. Please indicate where you learned of this job posting.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, record of arrest or conviction, and veteran status. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: HRJobsINCL@aclu.org . Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”    

Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship, Criminal Law Reform Project, NY Office:  Legal Fellowships Location:  New York   June 15, 2018   Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity  Notice to Third-Year Law Students and Recent Graduates American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Criminal Law Reform Project, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s protecting the rights of immigrants, ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for women and the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU invites rising third-year law students and recent law graduates to apply for a sponsorship opportunity to work with us as a Legal Fellow. The Criminal Law Reform Project of the National office in New York seeks applicants to consider for a sponsored fellowship such as Skadden, Equal Justice Works, Soros Justice, or other public interest fellowships to begin in the fall of 2019.   OVERVIEW The Criminal Law Reform Project seeks an end to excessively harsh crime policies that result in mass incarceration and criminalization and stand in the way of a just, equal, and humane society. To reduce the number of people entering the criminal punishment system, CLRP focuses on preventing over-incarceration and over-criminalization at the “front end” of that system. We fulfill our mission through strategic litigation and advocacy that promotes reform. Key priorities are creating robust statewide indigent defense systems to ensure that people charged with a crime have access to effective assistance of counsel; ending unnecessary and unjust pretrial detention through bail reform and other abusive pretrial practices; reforming unconstitutional and racially biased police practices; challenging prosecutorial abuses of power that result in or enable regressive and unconstitutional practices; reforming our nation’s punitive drug policies, which have failed to achieve public safety and health while eroding constitutional rights and criminalizing unprecedented numbers of people, particularly people of color; and reclaiming equal protection of the laws and guaranteeing substantive and procedural due process protections at each stage of the arrest-to-sentencing process of criminal cases. The Project is part of the ACLU's Trone Center for Justice and Equality, which also includes the National Prison Project, the Capital Punishment Project, and the Racial Justice Program. The Center seeks to transform the U.S. criminal justice system into one that views incarceration as an option of last - not first - resort; that is effective, fair, and free of racial bias; that rejects death as a legitimate form of punishment; and that is evidence-based rather than fear-based. Our staff will work with candidates to develop their proposals for submission, helping tailor the proposal to address an important civil liberties issue while satisfying the funding organization’s requirements. Proposed projects often combine litigation and advocacy with community outreach and public education.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects. Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs. Interview witnesses and potential clients. Participate in discovery, brief writing, and trial practice. Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials. Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys. Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns. Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance. Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS D. or expected to receive a J.D by the spring of 2019. Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding. Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, manage a variety of tasks and see projects through to completion. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties; interest in expanding access to abortion and reproductive health care. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale, to supplement the external funding.   HOW TO APPLY If you would like to be considered for a sponsorship opportunity, please submit by email to HRJobsCLRP@aclu.org , referencing “2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship – Criminal Law Reform  Project” in the subject line: a letter of interest (your letter may, but is not required to, include a description of a project proposal) current resume legal writing sample unofficial law school transcript names and telephone numbers of three references   We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by July 6, 2018 Please indicate where you learned of this job posting   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, record of arrest or conviction, and veteran status. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: HRJobsINCL@aclu.org . Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”    

Associate Director, Mid and Major Gifts [DEVF-77] - ACLU Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York   JUNE 29, 2018   Associate Director, Mid and Major Gifts [DEVF-77] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Development Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than a million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The Development Department of the National office in New York City is seeking applicants for a full-time Associate Director, Mid and Major Gifts. OVERVIEW Reporting to the Deputy Director, Mid and Major Gifts, the Associate Director, Mid and Major Gifts is an integral member of a sophisticated, aggressive high-end giving program that focuses on individual donors giving between $1,000 - $99,999 to the ACLU.  The Associate Director will focus on developing and implementing direct marketing strategies and high-substance renewals,  appeals and cultivation efforts targeted toward individual mid-level ($1,000-$9,999) and major gifts ($10,000+) donors.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Create and implement high-end direct marketing strategies (including but not limited to direct mail, telemarketing and digital) to meet and exceed solicitation goals for mid-level ($1,000-$9,999) donors. Develop and implement an annual cultivation and stewardship program using high-level direct marketing tools for the ACLU’s mid-level donor pool, including but not limited to thank you campaigns, invitations to virtual and in-person events, special reports and updates. Build and maintain a robust and dynamic digital cultivation and fundraising program for mid-level donors. Lead the creation of appropriate direct marketing materials for a select group of $10k+ donors in a high-substance, low-frequency direct marketing/individual giving program. Implement a marketing program to cultivate major gifts prospects.   Oversee the rebranding and implementation of the mid-level donor recognition group in order to present a clear and compelling rationale for increased giving. Revamp and oversee the ACLU’s acknowledgment and thank you program for mid-level and major donors.  Oversee relationships with all vendors for Mid-level Giving, including but not limited to direct response vendor, telemarketing vendors, and printing/production vendors. Create and monitor regular program metrics to demonstrate program health. Develop and manage project budgets. Conceptualize and implement reports to demonstrate actual performance against budget and cashflow.  Ensure that expenses are in line with budget expectations and/or anticipate and make case for budget modifications. Stay abreast of current direct response trends and ACLU issues and determine appropriate application to program and recommend changes/improvements where necessary. Assist the Director and Deputy Director with overall strategy development for program and launching of new program initiatives. Direct and supervise Manager. Commit to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office; use a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance. Collaborate on other projects as assigned.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS A minimum of 7 years of direct marketing experience, or comparable development experience, in a nonprofit setting. Prior experience in high-touch direct marketing and fundraising preferred.   Outstanding marketing skills as evidenced by a portfolio of successful projects.  Knowledge of and proficiency in the technical and analytical aspects of managing a direct marketing campaign in online and offline environments. Demonstrated leadership ability working with cross-departmental teams. Demonstrated ability to successfully manage, mentor and inspire staff. Budget management skills preferred. Project management experience required, including demonstrated ability to identify and anticipate obstacles, respond accordingly, meet multiple deadlines, foster relationships and communicate effectively and efficiently with colleagues and external contacts, including vendors. Self-starter with strong organizational skills, multi-tasking skills and attention to detail. Skilled at common desktop software applications and database systems. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter and resume to    hrjobsdevf@aclu.org .   Reference [DEVF-77] in subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU email address. This email address is specific to the department. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials. Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction.  The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Manager, Affiliate Major Gift Resources [DEVF-80], Development Department, NY Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York   JUNE 28, 2018   Manager, Affiliate Major Gift Resources [DEVF-80] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Development Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than a million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The Development Department of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City is seeking applicants for a full-time Manager, Affiliate Major Gift Resources.   OVERVIEW Reporting directly to the Associate Director, Affiliate Major Gift Resources, the Manager of Affiliate Major Gift Resources will play a key role in advancing a new program that supports, deepens and evolves the fundraising partnership between the ACLU’s national and affiliate offices, with the goal of greatly expanding the organization’s fundraising capacity at the high-dollar level and building a healthy, dynamic pipeline for major, planned and leadership gifts.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as the resources point person for a group of affiliates across all development programs, including major gifts, planned giving, leadership gifts, mid-level gifts, foundations, strategic partnerships, and the annual fund. Manage and negotiate portfolio assignments for a group of affiliates ,  ensuring that the best Major Gifts prospects/donors – across all affiliates – are assigned to portfolios and primary relationship managers. Create mutual accountability across national staff and small to mid-sized affiliates, ensuring that the best MG prospects/donors – across all affiliates – are being engaged with meaningful interactions, including face-to-face visits. Provide Major Gifts program strategy and planning support to affiliate partners, as needed, including individualized donor strategy. Deploy national staff resources to affiliates, as needed, including face-to-face solicitors and national program staff for donor visits. Create and manage the process for sharing major donor communications plans with affiliates on a regular basis. In conjunction with affiliate partners, determine participation in and personalization of materials generated at the national office for cultivation, stewardship and solicitation of donors. Manage a major gifts portfolio of up to 25 prospects/donors, including face-to-face solicitation. Undertake special projects, as assigned, by the Associate Director, Affiliate Major Gift Resources Commit to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office; use a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS 3-5 years of experience working in a large, national fundraising department preferred. Ability to represent the organization to donors and to interface with all levels of staff at the national office and affiliates while maintaining tact and diplomacy.  Confidentiality is essential. Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, prioritize and work well under pressure. Attention to detail and deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Experience using a fundraising database. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter and resume to   hrjobsdevf@aclu.org .   Reference [DEVF-80] in subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU email address. This email address is specific to the department. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials. Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction.  The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.

Leadership Gifts Coordinator [DEVF-54], Development Department, NY Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York   JUNE 25, 2018   Leadership Gifts Coordinator [DEVF-54] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Development Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than a million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The Development Department of the National office in New York City is seeking applicants for the full-time position of  Leadership Gifts Coordinator .   OVERVIEW Reporting to the Deputy Director of Leadership Gifts, the Leadership Gifts Coordinator is an integral member of a sophisticated, aggressive Leadership Gifts program that focuses on individual donors capable of giving $100,000+ to the ACLU.  The Leadership Gifts Coordinator provides fundraising and administrative support to the Leadership Gifts team.    ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Create and update electronic donor and prospect records in the development database Draft professional donor correspondence as directed; compose, edit, and proofread donor communications Assist in the preparation of donor strategy briefing papers, funding proposals, reports, and talking points Remain informed about, and assist in providing, written updates to donors on relevant news and activities Conduct research related to our plans for donors and prospects Provide support for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities, including email and mail distribution to donors and staff Manage staff travel calendars, and assist in the coordination of travel plans Serve as first point of contact for Leadership Gifts unit; handle internal and external calls, mail, and email Oversee unit correspondence, develop and maintain mailing lists, create and distribute professional donor packages, and manage production processes  Coordinate, maintain, and update unit and departmental business rules, protocols and procedures  Process, track, and report unit expense budget; coordinate reimbursement and expense approval process Generate, manage, update, distribute, and analyze reports  Work proactively with other units on work shared by or relevant to the Leadership Gifts unit Schedule and organize departmental meetings; compile agendas. Undertake special projects as assigned   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree required  A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in a fast paced fundraising or nonprofit setting, preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven experience and excellence in drafting professional content for external communications  Experience with fundraising databases preferred, Salesforce experience a plus Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to represent the organization to donors as well as interface with all levels of staff and volunteers while maintaining tact, diplomacy and confidentiality Creative thinker with the ability to prioritize, execute and manage multiple projects through to completion while meeting tight deadlines. Excellent organizational skills, with superior attention to detail and strong follow-through are essential Proficient in Microsoft Office, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet research.  Experience updating intranets or related content management systems a plus Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter (with salary requirements), resume and a writing sample no more than 2-3 pages in length that is relevant to the position by email to   hrjobsDEVF@aclu.org .  Reference  [DEVF-54]  in the subject line. This email address is specific to the department. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials. Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction.      The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”   

Data Operations Support Associate [DATA-08], Data & Analytics Department, NY Office:  National Offices, New York, NY Location:  New York   JUNE 25, 2018   Data Operations Support Associate [DATA-08] American Civil Liberties Union Data & Analytics Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than a million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The  Data & Analytics Department  of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City is seeking a full-time  Data Operations Support Associate .     OVERVIEW Reporting to the Business Support Manager, the Support Associate is a member of the Data Operations & Strategy team, functions in a first tier support role, and is responsible for delivering business support to ACLU National and Affiliate users of the organization’s enterprise CRM and related applications.  The Support Associate provides problem identification and resolution using documented procedures, available tools, and escalation to business support and second tier technical support resources as appropriate. The Support Associate is also responsible for supporting testing and documentation needs for ongoing support and system development for the ACLU’s suite of constituent management systems and data infrastructure.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Process all incoming requests for technical and business support for CRM applications and related tools upon receipt Monitor ticket queues and respond within organizational SLA time frames Log, track, update, route or escalate, and resolve all cases using support tracking software Receive and resolve requests for business support directly from members of the user community via telephone call, voicemail, chat, and support tickets Assist in the definition, documentation, and maintenance of internal support procedures Partner with technical staff to identify, solution, design, develop, and test software applications and features Conduct quality assurance testing of software releases and document results to facilitate software release process. Assist with grooming and preparing data files for upload as required Perform regular data hygiene to enforce business rules in the database Monitor support queue on critical weekends, as required Initiate escalation to technical and second tier business support resources according to established procedures Collaborate with training staff to identify high priority training opportunities for system users Manage a network of key users to promote peer support and learning across the user community Participate on special projects and CRM initiatives as required Other duties as assigned This support associate will eventually need to monitor the helpdesk during the West Coast Hours (12pm-8pm)   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 2-3 years of experience supporting database systems, preferably fundraising systems and/or advocacy systems in a nonprofit environment Excellent customer service skills required Experience working in nonprofit development and advocacy departments preferred Demonstrated understanding of basic concepts of relational databases and reporting tools Problem solving skills and inherent decision-making ability as well as the ability to take initiative, be assertive and multi-task Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with changing priorities Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to compose, edit, and proof correspondence and documents Dependable; assumes ownership of tasks assigned.  Results driven.  Works well under pressure Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and end users Proficiency with Microsoft Office required. Experience with Salesforce.com, RoundCorner/NGO Connect, Jackson River Springboard, business intelligence tools, and related platforms strongly preferred Ability to work as part of a team, fostering a team focused environment that encourages collaboration and peer support Commitment to the mission and goals of the ACLU Bachelor’s Degree preferred   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within the parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter and resume to   hrjobsdata@aclu.org .  Reference   [DATA-08]   in subject line. Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity Applications will be accepted until the position is filled   Please note that this is not the general ACLU email address. This email address is specific to the department. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The Department of Education has determined that employment in this position at the ACLU does not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction.  The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”