Commission on Domestic and Sexual Violence - Director/Chief Counsel

Commission on Domestic and Sexual Violence - Director/Chief CounselABA DC, 1050 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States of AmericaReq #1705Tuesday, August 20, 2024The American Bar Association (ABA) was founded on a commitment to advance the rule of law in the United States and beyond by providing practical resources for legal professionals, conducting law school accreditation, developing model ethics codes and more. Today, the ABA remains a member-based organization that works to ensure access to justice for all, a fair legal process, and respect for the rule of law at home and across the globe.The ABA is committed to service and refining the standards that guide the legal profession. ABA staff are provided multiple types of continuing education and career development opportunities. Your work will help eliminate bias, enhance diversity, and advance the rule of law throughout the US and around the world.The ABA recognizes the value staff contribute to our success through a generous benefits package that protects their health and their financial security. The ABA's wide array of benefit offerings include 401(k), medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health spending accounts, supplemental life and disability insurance, prepaid legal programs, and a complimentary membership to the American Bar Association, which offers additional benefits. Flexible/hybrid work arrangements may be available for residents of CA, DC, IL, IN, IA, MD, MI, MN, TX, VA, and WI. Residency requirements may apply. ABA employees are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).Job SummaryThe American Bar Association (ABA) Commission on Domestic and Sexual Violence seeks a Director in Washington, D.C. to lead the Association's portfolio of staff-led grant projects while leveraging the expertise of Association members and interdisciplinary partners to drive policy development and programming. Our mission is to increase access to justice for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking by mobilizing the legal profession to improve systems, services, and outcomes. We accomplish our mission by advancing policy and best practices primarily through educational advocacy, training, and technical assistance.The Director will serve as the Association's national expert on domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence, undertaking the highest level of substantive legal work and providing leadership and support to the Commission staff and members. The Director is responsible for budget development and management, including grant development and fundraising. The Director is responsible for hiring, training, and supervising the work of other attorneys (including senior attorneys) and support staff of the entity and serves as the primary facilitator with other ABA departments. The Director will conduct in-depth legal research, writing, and publishing as well as serve as a presenter/trainer at national conferences and other programming.Essential Job Functions and ResponsibilitiesServe as the principal ABA expert on law, policy, and best practices in the field of domestic and sexual violence. Develop and lead the strategic and business planning and implementation for the Commission's programs/activities, including budget development and management, writing grant proposals, and leading efforts to diversify and increase funding.Conduct legal or other research. Write memoranda, speeches, articles including for publication. Participate in development of amicus briefs to the US Supreme Court.Provide substantive advice, information, and policy. Serve as principal ABA expert in a substantive area of law or public policy. May conduct research and facilitate meetings or related training; develop recommendations and memos. Includes contacts with government entities including officials, law firms, bar groups, and with media. Research, draft, author, review and critique legislative/rule/policy or regulatory text.Manage policy adoption process. Written and in-person contacts with elected officials, staff and bar leaders regarding legislation or ABA policies.Give presentations and/or teach on legal or policy issues. Act as a consultant designing substantive content of events, developing model documents, and conducting training for external groups.Responsible for hiring, managing, supervising and mentoring other counsels, who may also manage staff of the commission or unit.Foster collaboration with other ABA entities as well as external partners.Performs other related duties as required.Required Education, Qualifications, ExperienceRequires JD and active bar admission in at least one jurisdiction.Minimum 10 years in law practice in the appropriate substantive area of law.Experience in resource development, program conception and management, and personnel management required.Strong communication and organizational skills, ability to exercise independent judgment, and ability to work well with multiple constituencies.Experience in a not-for-profit or volunteer member setting desirable.Preferred Education, Qualifications, ExperienceA deep commitment to ending gender-based violence and an understanding of how interpersonal and institutional power, privilege, and oppression affect the lives of domestic and sexual violence survivors.Experience with budget development and launching innovative programming and initiatives. Familiarity with federal and foundation grant funding.Experience enriching and supervising a diverse team and working collaboratively with individuals from differing backgrounds.Experience with public speaking.Extent of Travel Required in the JobTravel required including international travel when necessary.The American Bar Association is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the American Bar Association, please call 312-988-5188.Other detailsPay Type: SalaryMin Hiring Rate: $158,160.00Max Hiring Rate: $196,086.00Travel Required: YesRequired Education: Doctorate

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