Job description
Overview:
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913, its timeless mission is “to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all.” Today, ADL continues to fight all forms of antisemitism and bias, using innovation and partnerships to drive impact. A global leader in combating antisemitism, countering extremism and battling bigotry wherever and whenever it happens, ADL works to protect democracy and ensure a just and inclusive society for all.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
The National Policy Counsel will be part of the Civil Rights Department and will play a leading role in developing and executing ADL’s democracy protection agenda, representing ADL with the Department of Justice and other relevant federal agencies, and in national legal and advocacy coalitions to further our democracy initiatives priorities, focusing particularly on civil rights. They will also serve as a subject matter expert and legislative counsel for the Government Relations, Advocacy, and Community Engagement (GRACE) team.
The Counsel will have a “dotted line” to the VP, GRACE and in addition to being part of the Civil Rights Department, will work closely with the GRACE legislative counsel team. In that capacity, they will also work with the Director of Federal Policy and Strategy.Responsibilities:
Secondary:
Attributes:
Education:
ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of underrepresented ethnic groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws.
ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process, please contact Talent & Knowledge at talentacquisition@adl.org .
ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable State, Local, and Federal laws.
The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.
POSITION TITLE: National Policy Counsel
REPORTS TO: Vice President, Civil Rights
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Interns, Fellows
LOCATION: Washington, D.C. (CSC)
Grade/Class: Grade H, Exempt, PSA Eligible
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913, its timeless mission is “to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all.” Today, ADL continues to fight all forms of antisemitism and bias, using innovation and partnerships to drive impact. A global leader in combating antisemitism, countering extremism and battling bigotry wherever and whenever it happens, ADL works to protect democracy and ensure a just and inclusive society for all.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
The National Policy Counsel will be part of the Civil Rights Department and will play a leading role in developing and executing ADL’s democracy protection agenda, representing ADL with the Department of Justice and other relevant federal agencies, and in national legal and advocacy coalitions to further our democracy initiatives priorities, focusing particularly on civil rights. They will also serve as a subject matter expert and legislative counsel for the Government Relations, Advocacy, and Community Engagement (GRACE) team.
The Counsel will have a “dotted line” to the VP, GRACE and in addition to being part of the Civil Rights Department, will work closely with the GRACE legislative counsel team. In that capacity, they will also work with the Director of Federal Policy and Strategy.
Primary:
- Provide legal advice, analysis and guidance to the Civil Rights and GRACE teams; analyze pending federal legislative and administrative initiatives, including on protecting democracy, civil rights and liberties, and combating hate crimes.
- Draft model legislation, testimony and comments on proposed legislation/regulations and prepare policy and legal backgrounders.
- Offer guidance on pending policy proposals, assess for implications for core ADL issues including civil rights implications
- Represent ADL before the Department of Justice and build strategic relationships with administrative agencies in furtherance of ADL’s mission to secure justice and fair treatment for all.
- Represent ADL with key Congressional committees with regard to areas in the Counsel’s substantive remit.
- Facilitate partnerships with organizations and coalitions to further ADL’s democracy initiatives, including its civil rights agenda.
- Plan and execute ADL’s annual Supreme Court Review program conducted in partnership with the National Constitution Center.
- Conduct legal research and writing, including drafting letters, memoranda, op-eds, reports, speeches, blogs, social media posts and articles on antisemitism, extremism, civil rights, and issues related to ADL’s Democracy Initiatives work.
Secondary:
Offer analysis of, drafting, content and general support for relevant state policy proposals.- Help raise public awareness and provide support for grassroots lobbying for ADL’s legislative and regulatory agenda.
- Partner with Community Engagement team to ensure ADL is continuing to advance key strategic partnerships in the civil rights space.
- Assist in preparation of grant applications and reports for foundations and other funders.
Skills:
- Experience advancing relevant policy agendas in Washington DC. Sophisticated understanding of policy-making processes in federal government and of national political dynamic.
- Excellent legal research, analysis and writing skills and ability to communicate effectively with lawyers and non-lawyers.
- Demonstrated ability to have command of, communicate, and analyze bills and laws, particularly but not exclusively civil rights policy ones, based on ADL policy positions.
- High-level research and analytical skills and effective writing skills, including in short time frames. Ability to translate complex subjects into compelling and succinct explanations.
- Experience working in coalition and/or relevant federal government experience strongly desired.
Attributes:
- Natural leader and advocate.
- Able to form and maintain coalitions to advance policy.
- Demonstrated ability to interface with and build relationships with government officials (including both sides of aisle), civil rights leaders, technology policy leaders, donors, key ADL volunteer committees.
- Highly collaborative-actively seeks the ideas, feedback and participation of colleagues.
- Entrepreneurial and can thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Energized by ADL’s mission and work, including the mission to protect democracy, to counter anti-Zionism, and to fight identity-based hate and antisemitism regardless of source.
Work experience:
- The ideal candidate has six or more years of significant policy experience and leadership focused on issues that connect to ADL’s mission (or equivalent experience) is required; legal experience preferred.
Education:
- J.D. degree required.
Work Environment:
- Flexibility is required to work in a fast-paced environment and under deadlines that occasionally may require extended hours or weekends
- Contingent upon COVID-19 protocol: occasional travel on weekdays and weekends to participate in or attend events and conferences will be required from time to time.
- ADL COVID-19 Protocol (updated periodically): ADL is adhering to public health guidance regarding COVID-19. ADL will require that all employees are vaccinated with exceptions for medical and religious accommodations. ADL is requiring proof of vaccination. ADL is a hybrid environment; this role may require 3 days in the office.
Compensation:
- This position has a salary range of $89,000 to $128,000. This salary range is reflective of a position based in Washington, D.C. Please note that actual salaries are commensurate with experience and reflect the budget for a given position, and since ADL has a location-based compensation structure, there may be a different range for candidates in other locations. For an overview of our total rewards package, please visit https://www.adl.org/about/careers.
ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of underrepresented ethnic groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws.
ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process, please contact Talent & Knowledge at talentacquisition@adl.org .
ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable State, Local, and Federal laws.
The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.
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