Salesforce Administrator
Community Service Society of New York job in New York, NY or remote
The Community Service Society (CSS) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that has been at the forefront of public policy innovations that support low-income New Yorkers for over 175 years. We use Salesforce as our primary CRM to support fundraising, programs, volunteer engagement, and constituent communications.
CSS is seeking a Salesforce Administrator to support the day-to-day configuration, data quality, user support, and continuous improvement of our Salesforce environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a Salesforce Administrator who enjoys problem-solving, collaborating with non-technical staff, and helping teams use data to advance impact. Key Job Responsibilities:
Salesforce Administration & Support
Provide frontline support to Salesforce users via ticketing/email/Teams, resolving issues and answering “how do I” questions.
Configure standard Salesforce features (fields, page layouts, record types, validation rules, flows, list views, reports, dashboards).
Maintain and optimize user setup, profiles, permission sets, queues, and roles.
Assist with sandbox testing, change sets/deployment, and release management.
Data Quality & Integrity
Monitor and improve data quality (deduplication, validation, standardization).
Execute routine imports/updates using Data Loader, Data Import Wizard, or approved tools.
Support data governance policies, documentation, and training.
Partner with teams to ensure consistent data entry practices.
Support Data Analysts with reporting and dashboards for development, programs, and leadership
Process Improvement & Projects
Document Salesforce processes, configurations, and “how-to” guides.
Support small enhancements and contribute to larger CRM projects under guidance.
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and test solutions.
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows using automation and best practices.
Key Job Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required.
1+ year of hands-on Salesforce administration experience.
Salesforce Administrator Certification (ADM-201) or active progress toward it.
Experience with Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) or Nonprofit Cloud.
Familiarity with nonprofit CRM usage - fundraising, volunteers, case/workflow management.
Working knowledge of:
Objects, fields, relationships
Profiles/permission sets
Reports and dashboards
Basic automation
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Clear communicator who can explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
Ability to manage multiple requests, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
Alignment with CSSNY's mission and values
Salary and Benefits : The annual salary range for this position is $75,000.00 to $80,000.00 . Community Service Society provides a comprehensive employee benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, annual performance-based bonus, 403b retirement savings plan, defined benefit retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits plan, EAP, and more in addition to paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal days.
Physical Requirements: Office work consisting of sitting, use of a computer, etc.
CSS currently offers a hybrid work environment requiring onsite work at CSS' office at least two days per week and three days per week remote work.
***Interested applicants should provide a cover letter and resume at the time of application submission***
CSS is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
CSS complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing employment, recruitment, and hiring.
Auto-ApplyTraining Associate
Community Service Society of New York job in New York, NY or remote
The Community Service Society (CSS) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that has been at the forefront of public policy innovations that support low-income New Yorkers for more than 175 years. We power change through a strategic combination of research, services, and advocacy to make New York more livable for people facing economic insecurity. By expanding access to health care, affordable housing, income support programs, employment, opportunities for individuals with conviction histories, debt assistance, and more, we make a tangible difference in the lives of millions.
As part of the NYCBenefits initiative, the Benefits Plus Learning Center (BPLC) at CSS has been awarded a contract to work with the Mayor's Office of Child Care on the Outreach and Enrollment Initiative (OEI). OEI is dedicated to expanding access to subsidized childcare and early childhood education options in New York City, ensuring that social service providers can effectively connect families to high-quality programs for children ages 0-5, including those with specialized needs. The training curriculum addresses a broad range of topics, including screening and eligibility requirements; childcare programs such as vouchers and Early Head Start; Extended Day/Year programs; Head Start, Pre-K, and 3-K programs; and the application process, including forms, online portals like MyCity, ACCESS HRA, and MySchools, as well as documentation and deadlines. Additional areas of focus include program and school selection, waitlists, community resources, transportation for eligible populations, support for prioritized groups such as unhoused children, children in foster care, and children with disabilities, along with program considerations and advocacy strategies.
Job Description:
The Training Associate will work under the supervision of the Director of Benefits Plus Learning Center (BPLC) and the Director of Training. This role involves supporting training delivery, managing related administrative tasks, and ensuring smooth program operations for the Outreach and Enrollment Initiative (OEI).
The Training Associate will collaborate closely with the Mayor's Office of Child Care to address the ongoing training needs of 20 partner community-based organizations (CBOs). Training topics will include available childcare programs through NYC Public Schools and best practices for outreach and engagement.
Key responsibilities include:
Deliver and facilitate trainings using existing materials; develop new content (e.g., training decks, handouts) as needed.
Facilitate weekly office hours in partnership with the Mayor's Office of Child Care.
Maintain updated database of participating CBO staff for mail and Teams communication; email/message participants per program need.
Track and analyze training and office hour data, including meeting summary, attendance and evaluations, to inform improvements and supplemental sessions.
Provide initiative participants with subscriptions to the Benefits Plus Online (BPO) manual as an ongoing resource.
Job Qualifications:
Associate degree or bachelor's degree in education studies, social work, sociology, public policy, or a related field.
Project management experience, including strong time management, organizational skills, and written and verbal communication skills.
Public and/or nonprofit work history.
Experience with childcare programs and enrollment processes and applications preferred.
Experience with PowerPoint and Canva preferred.
Expertise in childcare, 3-K and Pre-K programs preferred.
Experience with public speaking and presenting educational materials preferred.
Additional Details:
The initiative launched in October 2024 and has already delivered multiple trainings.
Position available for immediate start; grant runs through May 1, 2026.
Compensation: This position provides an hourly rate of $40.47.
Physical Requirements: This position requires sitting, use of a computer, some travel to meetings, as well as presenting, both virtually and in-person.
CSS currently offers a hybrid work environment requiring at least two days of onsite work at CSS' office, and three days per week of remote work.
CSS is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
CSS complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing employment, recruitment, and hiring.
Auto-ApplySenior Video Producer
New York, NY job
The Senior Video Producer will use their strong news judgment to create visually compelling, story-driven video products across social and digital platforms. This role requires experience in the end-to-end video production lifecycle including producing, writing, and editing short-form documentaries, social explainers, motion graphics, and video podcasts.
The ideal candidate is an innovative storyteller who combines fact-based research and visual creativity to engage audiences. A typical day might include editing short form vertical explainers, recording three camera video podcasts, script research and writing, and/or short documentary production.
This is a full-time position based in our New York City or Washington, D.C. office, requiring on-site presence four days per week, with flexibility to work on-site five days as needed for production.
The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
Lead production of a wide range of video products for distribution on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and other digital platforms.
Collaborate with fellow staff members, including writers/editors, audience editors, and the Council's foreign policy experts, to create engaging video stories that are authoritative and accurate.
Use storytelling principles and the video medium to explain complex foreign policy concepts and ideas to a wider audience with evocative imagery and motion graphics.
Research photo and footage needs and work with vendors to negotiate licensing terms.
Write and edit scripts, interview questions, and substantive outlines.
Produce, direct, and conduct on-camera appearances and interviews both in the field and in the studio.
Manage daily production schedule, track, and communicate deliverables to the Director of Video, colleagues, and senior leadership.
Regularly work with in-house A/V professionals and external vendors.
Maintain awareness of video trends and competitive landscape, including best practices, video SEO, successful engagement campaigns, and emerging social platforms.
Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in film/TV Production, Journalism, Communications, or related field. Advanced degree a plus.
Experience
At least 5 years of professional experience in video production, editing, and storytelling (preferably in journalism, documentary, or branded content).
Demonstrated ability to translate complex subjects into accessible, visually engaging narratives.
Mastery of Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
Experience video recording in professional environments with one, two, and three camera shoots on pro-level Sony (or comparable) camera gear and studio lights; solid understanding of cinematography principles.
Proven experience producing for digital and social platforms, with a deep understanding of the social landscape, including the dynamics of different platforms.
Familiarity with social media management tools and SEO best practices for video.
Exceptional project management, organization, and communication skills, with the ability to lead production from concept to delivery.
Strong familiarity with and interest in international affairs and foreign policy and/or news coverage.
Related Skills & Other Requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong editorial judgment.
Experience prodcuing foreign policy, news or current affairs content a plus.
Comfort representing the brand on camera or directing talent in front of the camera.
Can thrive in small, fast-paced, high-output teams.
Ability to travel as needed.
Required Application Materials
Résumé.
Cover letter.
A strong collection of work presented on a website, reel, or digital portfolio.
Compensation and Benefits
The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000, depending on experience.
In addition to competitive salaries, CFR provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.
About CFR
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is more representative of American society, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to broader, more informed participation in the foreign policy debate and lead to an enhanced understanding of the world and the United States' role therein. To that end, CFR is dedicated to continuing to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its work and workplace by building a more diverse membership and staff, producing and dispensing thoughtful analysis on a broad range of foreign policy issues, and developing relevant, wide-reaching programming that also serves to expand the foreign policy talent pipeline to underrepresented populations.
Auto-ApplySummer 2026 Hybrid Education Policy Center and Racial Justice Center Law Student Internship
Remote or New York, NY job
Position: Summer 2026 Hybrid Education Policy Center and Racial Justice Center Law Student Internship
Department: Education Policy Center and Racial Justice Center
Terms of Employment: Internship
Location: New York Civil Liberties Union, 125 Broadway, NY, NY and 55 Broadway, NY, NY (NYCLU Staff is currently working on a hybrid model)
Salary: The NYCLU will provide a stipend for summer interns who do not receive funding from their law school or any other external funding.
Application Deadline: Applications for second-year law students are strongly preferred by Monday, November 10, 2025. Applications for first-year law students are due by Friday, January 9, 2026, and will be reviewed after that date.
The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) is one of the nation's leading advocates on behalf of constitutional rights and liberties. Founded in 1951, as the New York affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, the NYCLU is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan organization with more than 90,000 members and supporters, and eight offices statewide. We work in the courts, in the legislatures and on the streets to advocate for racial and economic justice, free speech, freedom of religion, privacy and equality before the law for all New Yorkers. For more information, please visit our website: **************
DEI VISION STATEMENT
The NYCLU is committed to building an equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace that centers the voices of marginalized and directly impacted communities. This commitment strengthens our mission to protect civil liberties and advance justice across New York. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, formerly incarcerated people, and others whose experiences reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The NYCLU seeks a diverse group of current law students for Summer 2026 internships. During our 10-week program (May 26, 2026 to August 7, 2026), the interns will engage in legal research and writing to support litigation, advocacy, and legislative priorities across New York State. This intern will be based in the Racial Justice Center and will work with the Education Policy Center on selected projects.
The NYCLU fights for every child's right to an education. The Education Policy Center works to ensure public schools and institutions that serve young people in New York empower students, treat them fairly and equally, and create safe environments for them to learn and grow. The Center advances its agenda through legislative advocacy, litigation, organizing, and public education.
The Racial Justice Center (RJC) was established in 2023 to expand and deepen the NYCLU's racial justice portfolio. The NYCLU Racial Justice Center is in deep collaboration with the NYCLU departments and centers with all of the NYCLU priorities. The RJC also leads its own advocacy, legislation, and litigation docket. Primarily focuses on environmental justice, Indigenous rights, and restorative efforts.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should have a commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, and education. Teaching experience or other relevant education experience is a plus. Applications will be reviewed and offers will be made on a rolling basis.
Please send a cover letter describing your interest in a Summer Internship at the NYCLU and any relevant education experience, a resume, and a recent writing sample that is wholly your own unedited work (submit a brief, motion, or memorandum of law, not to exceed 10 pages). Please upload your writing sample with your cover letter as one document via
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The NYCLU is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status
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sexual orientation, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and having a workforce that reflects the population that we serve.
The NYCLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail ******************.
If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.
Organizing Manager (Eastern NY)
Kingston, NY job
Apply Description
Organizing Manager (Eastern NY)
Department: Field Organizing
Terms of Employment: Regular/Full-Time Exempt Position (NYCLU is working in a hybrid model; a number of in-person days is required)
Salary: $85,000 - $115,000
Application Deadline: Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) is one of the nation's leading advocates on behalf of constitutional rights and liberties. Founded in 1951, as the New York affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, the NYCLU is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan organization with more than 90,000 members and supporters, and eight offices statewide. We work in the courts, in the legislatures and on the streets to advocate for racial and economic justice, free speech, freedom of religion, privacy and equality before the law for all New Yorkers. For more information, please visit our website: **************
DEI VISION STATEMENT
The NYCLU is committed to building an equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace that centers the voices of marginalized and directly impacted communities. This commitment strengthens our mission to protect civil liberties and advance justice across New York. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, formerly incarcerated people, and others whose experiences reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Organizing Manager (Eastern NY) will support with leading and managing the Field Organizing Department, which consists of organizers in eight regions across the state who undertake various activities-including campaign development and implementation, volunteer engagement and mobilization, and community education-to advance the NYCLU's mission and strategic priorities.
The Organizing Manager will be responsible for supervising and developing Field staff in the Eastern NY regions, which includes our Capital Region, Hudson Valley, and Long Island offices. The Organizing Manager will contribute to expanding NYCLU's statewide presence in regional offices by working with Communications, Legal, Policy, and the Education Policy Center to tackle local policy issues requiring a statewide strategy and approach. They will expand the NYCLU's network of support and alliances by identifying strategic allies, increasing our visibility, and building new partnerships that will strengthen and broaden our impact.
The Organizing Manager also serves as a member of the NYCLU's Middle Management Team. This position is a full-time, salaried, exempt position with the NYCLU. The person in this position will be a mid-level manager.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and manage a team of Regional Directors and/or Organizers staff in the Capital Region, Hudson Valley, and Long Island offices.
Foster the professional development of Field Department staff using, among other tools, performance evaluations and professional development and training plans.
Support the Field Organizing Director to plan, monitor, track, and Department's budgeting and spending within their assigned regions.
Work with the Director, Assistant Director and other Organizing Managers to implement Department wide plans, including mapping organizational relationships, trainings for organizers, community workshops and educational offerings, volunteer engagement and mobilization.
Serve as a member of the Middle Management Team on program and organizational matters, including hiring committees and participation in at least three NYCLU issue areas.
Support the development of the NYCLU's community education initiatives, which includes (but is not limited to) “Know Your Rights” workshops, skill-based trainings, and other presentations.
Assist in the development of educational and organizing materials and coordinate messaging to the NYCLU's base.
Supervise Field Department staff in developing and facilitating coalitions with key community members, groups, and grassroots organizations to achieve shared goals.
Assist the Director of Field Organizing in expanding the NYCLU's statewide network of support and alliances by identifying strategic allies and building new partnerships that will strengthen and broaden our impact.
Supervise Organizers in coalition and movement building activities designed to strengthen strategic partnerships and broaden our movement and base.
Actively and continuously engage a diverse set of policymakers, stakeholders, and thought leaders from across the ideological spectrum within their assigned regions, in coordination with the Policy Department.
Closely coordinate with other NYCLU departments to develop and execute NYCLU campaign plans and rapid response actions to urgent, unanticipated threats to civil rights and civil liberties.
Oversee the region-specific development and implementation of base-building and organizing plans that expand the NYCLU's base to reflect our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and center our work in impacted communities.
Supervise the planning and execution of statewide lobby days, annual legislative conferences, and community engagement events.
Actively support the NYCLU's internal and external commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 5 years of political, community or issue advocacy organizing experience.
2-3 years supervising organizers on volunteer engagement and/or public education campaigns.
Experience working with elected officials in the State Legislature and local elected officials.
Excellent public speaking, writing, and communication skills.
Substantial experience in legislative, community or political organizing work.
Strong ability to prioritize and complete tasks, with a proven ability to proactively set & meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to advocate effectively, including an ability to initiate and follow through on campaign effort.
Demonstrated commitment to the goals and priorities of the NYCLU.
Self-motivation and an ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to regularly travel within Central & Western NY regions (Rochester, Syracuse and Buffalo) and to Albany and New York City headquarters, as needed.
Bachelor's degree in public policy or other related areas preferred.
IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL ALSO POSSESS
A love for the challenges and rewards of managing a diverse team.
Existing relationships with a diverse set of policy makers and/or local stakeholders.
Familiarity with the political landscapes of their designated regions.
Familiarity with the varied cultural and/or political landscapes of New York State.
Ability to balance self-care in a professional environment that often demands urgency.
A great sense of humor, a collaborative disposition, patience, and flexibility.
Experience supervising Union employees.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and cover letter that includes your unique qualifications for this position, and where or how you learned of this job posting ****************************************************************************************************************************************
If feasible, please submit these materials as a single PDF.
The NYCLU is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status
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sexual orientation, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and having a workforce that reflects the communities that we serve.
The NYCLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail ******************. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.
This position may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
Legal Fellow
New York, NY job
Apply Description
Legal Fellow
Department: Policy
Terms of Employment: Full-Time/ Exempt/Union 2320/Post Grad (NYCLU funded 2-3 Years). NYCLU staff are currently working in a hybrid model; a number of in-person days will be required.
Location: 55 Broadway, New York, NY 10006
Salary: $90,000 - $105,000 (2 - 5 Years Experience Post Law School)
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will be considered until hiring is complete. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than January 2, 2026.
The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) is one of the nation's leading advocates on behalf of constitutional rights and liberties. Founded in 1951, as the New York affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, the NYCLU is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan organization with more than 90,000 members and supporters, and eight offices statewide. We work in the courts, in the legislatures and on the streets to advocate for racial and economic justice, free speech, freedom of religion, privacy and equality before the law for all New Yorkers. For more information, please visit our website: **************
DEI VISION STATEMENT
The NYCLU affirmatively values the humanity and contributions of those we work with, inside and outside of the organization; and will take action to build and sustain an equitable, anti-racist culture that centers the voices and experiences of marginalized and directly impacted people and communities, and an organizational environment where all people feel valued, trusted, and respected. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and having a workforce that reflects the population that we serve and actively recruit people of color, women, people with disabilities, formerly incarcerated people, and LGBTQ and gender non-conforming people.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The NYCLU seeks an attorney with 2-5 years of experience for a two- or three-year internally funded legal fellowship. The Fellow will primarily work with Policy team members to support the immigration, policing, and/or criminal legal system reform policy dockets, though may also be staffed on work involving privacy and surveillance, protest, First Amendment rights, and defensive work.
The NYCLU's Policy Department implements and monitors legislative and policy initiatives across the state that implicate constitutional rights and liberties. The Policy Department drafts and supports affirmative legislation that advances constitutional freedoms, and opposes laws, rules, and policies that would compromise those freedoms. The work of the Policy Department includes (a) representing the NYCLU at the state legislative session in Albany, (b) monitoring and advocating before the New York City Council, (c) engaging in advocacy with other municipal bodies, in close collaboration with the NYCLU's regional offices, and (d) engaging in rulemaking and implementation efforts. This work involves technical research, extensive written analysis and commentary, direct lobbying of and engagement with lawmakers and agency officials, collaboration with our Legal Department on litigation, collaboration with our Field Organizing team on campaign priorities, public education and testimony, supervision and management of personnel and campaign work, strategic communications and media in close collaboration with our colleagues from the Communications team, and coalition building that engages NYCLU members and allied organizations. The successful candidate will implement these strategies in advancing their docket.
We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a collaborative organization and can skillfully handle diverse approaches to advance policy reform. The successful candidate is a creative thinker and collaborates well both internally and with external partners. Fellows must work closely with the NYCLU's Policy, Legal, Field Organizing, and Communications Departments.
The Fellow will report to the Policy Director.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct legal research and analysis on issues involving immigration, police reform, criminal legal system change, privacy and surveillance, protest, and First Amendment rights.
Engage in legislative and administrative advocacy, including by:
- developing legal and policy positions on local and state legislation, agency actions,
proposed rules, directives, and ballot measures.
- drafting and editing legislation and model policies.
- drafting comments to proposed rules and regulations.
- drafting public education materials, such as know your rights guides and public policy reports.
- writing and providing testimony; and
- sharing expertise with policymakers.
Work with Policy team members and other NYCLU departments and centers to advance the NYCLU's public policy initiatives.
Represent the NYCLU in lobby visits, and at community events, coalition meetings, panels and rallies.
Assist in coordination of public events.
Respond to requests for support from NYCLU chapters and the public.
Actively support the NYCLU's internal and external commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
J.D. degree.
2-5 years of experience in legal or public policy advocacy.
Demonstrated commitment to civil rights and civil liberties.
Initiative, vision, and ability to develop and implement short and long-term policy strategies utilizing a broad range of political and legal tactics.
Strong communications skills, including the ability to communicate in both writing and verbally to a variety of audiences.
Excellent research and analytical skills.
An understanding of the legislative process, and experience in organizing and working with coalitions to achieve public policy goals.
Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives and manage multiple issues at once in a fast-paced environment.
Strong project and time management skills, including a high level of organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
Demonstrated experience engaging in creative problem solving, strategic flexibility, and good judgment.
Ability to develop allies and work collaboratively and diplomatically.
A strong commitment to diversity and a personal approach that values and respects differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socioeconomic circumstances.
Willingness to travel within New York State for speaking events, meetings, and conferences.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume, cover letter (describing your unique qualifications for this position and how you learned of this job posting), and a recent writing sample not to exceed 10 pages that is wholly your own unedited work via ***********************************************************************************************************************
If feasible, please submit these materials as a single PDF.
The NYCLU is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and having a workforce that reflects the communities that we serve.
The NYCLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail ******************. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodation for the interview process. This position may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
Legal Recruitment Assistant
New York, NY job
Legal Recruitment Assistant - (25000270) The Legal Recruitment Assistant provides support and assistance to the Firm's Legal Recruitment and Summer Associate Programs. RESPONSIBILITIESWork closely with Lateral Recruitment team on all aspects of lateral associate and counsel hiring, including responding to resume submissions, creating candidate files, maintaining profiles in the recruiting database, scheduling interviews and arranging logistics in connection with interviews, interfacing with candidates and attorneys at the firm, and processing invoices and reimbursements.
Assist with aspects of immigration/visa processing for existing and incoming attorneys Provide support during the summer associate program and on-campus recruitment season as needed and assigned Perform other related tasks and provide general departmental support as needed and assigned REQUIRED SKILLSBachelor's degree1-2 years related work experience and/or internship, preferably in a legal or professional services environment Availability to work overtime on certain occasions is necessary Must be able to handle multiple tasks.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment, and with a wide range of professionals at all levels Must possess strong written, organizational, and communication skills, basic computer skills and the ability to work quickly and accurately.
Work RequirementsThis is a hybrid role which requires in-office attendance in accordance with the schedule set forth by the department.
A hybrid schedule is an essential function of this role.
Salary$60,000-$65,000.
Paul, Weiss offers competitive compensation and benefits packages.
The firm considers a number of factors when determining compensation, including, but not limited to, education, years of experience, levels of experience, competency levels and other relevant skills and qualifications.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of the work performed by employees within this classification.
It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualification required of employees assigned to this job Work Locations: 1285 Avenue of Americas, New York, NY 10019-6064 Job Posting: Nov 20, 2025, 5:14:54 PM
Auto-ApplyCollege Aid Associate
Community Service Society of New York job in New York, NY
The Community Service Society (CSS) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that has been at the forefront of public policy innovations that support low-income New Yorkers for more than 180 years. In 2019, through its Program Services Department, CSS launched the Education Debt Consumer Assistance Program (EDCAP), which helps consumers navigate the student lending system and make informed decisions about financing higher education. In 2024, EDCAP expanded its services to support current and future college students with financial aid (FAFSA) application assistance and pre-college counseling. EDCAP is increasing its capacity to meet the demand for these services and is looking for a strong candidate to join its team.
Job Description:
EDCAP provides remote and in-person counseling services to individuals who need help with student loans and funding higher education. Services include assisting borrowers with enrolling in appropriate repayment plans, getting out of default, applying for student loan discharge or forgiveness programs, and more. With its expanded focus on college affordability, EDCAP now also supports students and families in understanding financial aid options and making informed decisions about paying for college.
The College Aid Associate will play a key role in delivering these expanded services. This is a temporary, time-limited position supporting the Manager of College Financing Initiatives in providing high-quality pre-college counseling and financial aid assistance to students and families across New York State. The associate will provide one-on-one consumer assistance, conduct outreach and education efforts, and help ensure that individuals have the tools and information they need to make sound financial decisions about higher education. As part of this work, the associate will also help build relationships with school counselors and support their efforts to guide students through the financial aid process.
Job Responsibilities:
Provide one-on-one and group counseling sessions on financial aid, FAFSA and TAP completion, and college affordability
Assist students and families in understanding financial aid award letters and comparing college costs
Support the development and delivery of workshops, webinars, and outreach events
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and institutional financial aid policies and procedure
Collaborate with schools, community organizations, and other stakeholders to expand access to EDCAP services
Track client interactions and outcomes using Salesforce and other internal systems
Contribute to the creation of educational materials and resources
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor
Job Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience or demonstrated interest in financial aid counseling, college access, or student support services
Experience working directly with clients, students, or community members in a service-oriented or educational setting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Willingness to travel for events, including occasional evenings and weekends
Compensation: $34.62 per hour
Physical requirements: Must be able to carry promotional materials to outreach events. Office work which includes sitting, use of a computer, answering phone calls, etc.
Additional Details: This is a time limited position with an end date of September 30, 2026.
CSS currently offers a hybrid work environment requiring onsite work at CSS' office at least two days per week and three days per week remote work.
***Interested applicants should provide a cover letter and resume at the time of application submission***
CSS is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
CSS complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing employment, recruitment, and hiring.
Auto-ApplyFinance Associate (Part Time)
New York, NY job
What You'll Do
The Roosevelt Institute is seeking a part-time Finance Associate to perform essential administrative functions to support the overall goals of the Finance Department. The position will report to the Senior Finance Manager and is a hybrid role working both remotely and in the NYC office. The position will be paid $31 per hour. This position is a union role and not eligible for health benefits.
What Is the Time Commitment?
The total hours per week will fluctuate between 8 and 16 hours, based on workload and availability. Work is expected to be completed Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Download, annotate, and combine finance documents
Organize digital files
Process new vendors, including verifying vendor information, saving vendor documents, and entering data into the accounting system while ensuring accuracy across multiple databases
Assist with monthly credit card expense report processing, including creating reports and verifying expenses and totals
Assist with accounting data entry accurately across multiple databases
Reconcile donations received against records to ensure accuracy
Assist with the preparation of monthly budget reports
Collaborate with team members on special projects, process improvements, and other finance or administrative tasks as needed
What You'll Have:
Strong attention to detail
Organizational skills
Ability to follow procedures accurately and consistently
Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace)
Capacity to perform repetitive tasks quickly and accurately
Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential documents
Accounts Payable experience is a plus
Coursework in accounting or a related field is a plus
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Talent Partner
New York, NY job
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is seeking a Talent Partner to join our collaborative team and make a meaningful impact on how we build and support our workforce. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Talent and Compensation, the Talent Partner will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle across diverse departments, from Digital Content to Product, Design and Engineering to
Foreign Affairs
and Communications, ensuring we attract and retain top talent that aligns with CFR's mission. This role partners closely with senior leadership and internal stakeholders to align hiring strategies with business objectives.
Additionally, the Talent Partner will support HR and talent initiatives, including, but not limited to compensation, employee engagement and training, diversity and inclusion efforts, and workforce planning.
This role is ideal for an experienced talent professional who brings both strategic thinking and hands-on execution to hire top talent and foster an exceptional employee experience.
This is a full time position based in CFR's New York City office on a hybrid basis, four days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite
The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
Lead and manage the full recruitment life cycle across diverse roles, including, but not limited to Digital Content; Product, Design & Engineering; and
Foreign Affairs
.
Utilize a range of creative sourcing techniques-networking, social media platforms, job boards, and partnerships with universities and professional organizations-to attract both active and passive talent.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and senior leadership to align hiring strategies with organizational goals.
Handle employee relations matters independently with the guidance of the Associate Vice President, Talent and Compensation, ensuring detailed and organized records of all incidents.
Ensure a seamless and positive candidate experience, from initial contact to preonboarding, that reflects and promotes CFR's values and culture.
Partner closely with the HR team to optimize onboarding processes and ensure alignment for efficiency and effectiveness.
Support various HR initiatives, including, but not limited to compensation, employee engagement, training, diversity and inclusion efforts, and workforce planning.
Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required
Qualifications
Experience
At least 6 years of full-cycle recruitment, talent acquisition, or a related function.
Bachelor's degree required; a master's degree or coursework in Human Resources is helpful but not required.
Experience recruiting for a variety of roles, including technical, creative, and editorial positions, is strongly preferred.
Experience collaborating with senior leadership on hiring strategies.
Prior experience as an HR generalist or HR business partner, a plus.
Experience handling employee relations situations.
Comfort and ability to (co)lead internal trainings and workshops.
Related Skills & Other Requirements
Strong understanding of best practices in talent acquisition and HR employment laws.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization.
Skilled at balancing empathy with accountability in difficult conversations.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with a keen attention to detail.
Proficiency with HR systems such ATS, HRIS, and other scheduling tools.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Required Application Materials
Please submit a résumé and cover letter stating your interest in the position.
Compensation and Benefits
The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $95,000-$105,000 depending on experience.
In addition to competitive salaries, the Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including an award-winning health and wellness program, an on-site fitness center, and generous leave policies and health insurance programs.
About CFR
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is more representative of American society, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to broader, more informed participation in the foreign policy debate and lead to an enhanced understanding of the world and the United States' role therein. To that end, CFR is dedicated to continuing to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout its work and workplace by building a more diverse membership and staff, producing and dispensing thoughtful analysis on a broad range of foreign policy issues, and developing relevant, wide-reaching programming that also serves to expand the foreign policy talent pipeline to underrepresented populations.
Auto-ApplyAssistant Editor, David M. Rubenstein Editorial Fellow
New York, NY job
ABOUT
FOREIGN AFFAIRS
Founded in 1922,
Foreign Affairs
is the preeminent publication on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy. It is published by the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), which is a leading independent, nonprofit membership organization and nonpartisan center dedicated to producing and disseminating foreign policy ideas.
Position Summary
The Assistant Editor, David M. Rubenstein Editorial Fellow has substantial responsibilities and is involved in all aspects of
Foreign Affairs
' editorial process. Previous assistant editors have gone on to careers in a variety of fields, including journalism, academia, and government.
The position lasts for one year, beginning in the summer of 2026, and is based in CFR's New York City office on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid status as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite.
The deadline to apply is January 26, 2026.
The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
Review and assess submissions
Generate article ideas
Fact-check articles
Assist with various tasks throughout the editorial process, including research
Assist with special projects including podcasting, social media, and events
Edit articles under the guidance of senior editors
Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required
Qualifications
Education
BA in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, History, English, Journalism, or a related field, with high academic achievement
Related Skills & Other Requirements
Strong writing and editing skills in English
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
The ability to work efficiently and independently
A familiarity with
Foreign Affairs
content
Demonstrated interest in international relations and global news
Required Application Materials
Résumé.
Cover letter stating your interest in the position.
Submission of two writing samples (compiled in a single PDF and no longer than 20 pages total). As for what to choose for your writing samples, we recommend picking your strongest work, no matter the topic. At least one sample should consist of writing that was NOT edited or published by an outlet.
Compensation and Benefits
The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $55,000 - $58,000, depending on experience.
In addition to competitive salaries, CFR provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.
About CFR
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is more representative of American society, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to broader, more informed participation in the foreign policy debate and lead to an enhanced understanding of the world and the United States' role therein. To that end, CFR is dedicated to continuing to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its work and workplace by building a more diverse membership and staff, producing and dispensing thoughtful analysis on a broad range of foreign policy issues, and developing relevant, wide-reaching programming that also serves to expand the foreign policy talent pipeline to underrepresented populations.
Auto-ApplySenior Staff Attorney / Staff Attorney
New York job
Apply Description
Senior Staff Attorney/Staff Attorney
Department: Racial Justice Center
Terms of Employment: Regular Full-Time/Exempt/Temporary (3-Year Position with possibility of extension)/Local 2320 Union (NYCLU staff is currently working in a Hybrid model; a minimum of two days in-office each week, in addition to other in-person work requirements such as legislative visits, community events, and court appearances).
Location: 55 Broadway, New York, NY 10006 / New York Statewide
Salary: $97,000- $101,000 (In accordance with Attorney Pay Scale)
Application Deadline: Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) is one of the nation's leading advocates on behalf of constitutional rights and liberties. Founded in 1951, as the New York affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, the NYCLU is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan organization with more than 90,000 members and supporters, and eight offices statewide. We work in the courts, in the legislatures and on the streets to advocate for racial and economic justice, free speech, freedom of religion, privacy and equality before the law for all New Yorkers. For more information, please visit our website: **************
Racial Justice Center (RJC)was established in 2023 to expand and deepen the NYCLU's racial justice portfolio. The NYCLU Racial Justice Center is in deep collaboration with the NYCLU departments and centers with all of the NYCLU priorities. The RJC also leads its own advocacy, legislation, and litigation docket. Primarily focuses on environmental justice, Indigenous rights, and restorative efforts.
DEI VISION STATEMENT
The NYCLU is committed to building an equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace that centers the voices of marginalized and directly impacted communities. This commitment strengthens our mission to protect civil liberties and advance justice across New York. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, formerly incarcerated people, and others whose experiences reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The NYCLU seeks an experienced, innovative, and dynamic racial justice legal expert who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced organization. The candidate should have the ability to skillfully implement and/or support the NYCLU's interdepartmental approach to racial justice and broad docket of civil rights and civil liberties issues. This position will play a key role in executing the NYCLU's Racial Justice Center's strategic priorities.
The staff attorney will have a particular focus on the intersectionality of racial justice with NYCLU priority areas, such as environmental racism, Indigenous rights, and restorative justice. The staff attorney will utilize a range of strategies to advance racial justice in New York State, including legal research, identifying legislative priorities and threats, joining, and seeking new litigation, and civic engagement, including submitting public comments, testifying at hearings, Know Your Rights education, movement lawyering, coalition development, and strategic communications.
This position is situated in NYCLU's Racial Justice Center and directly reports to the Racial Justice Center Director.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Independently review state and local legislation and engage in related legislative advocacy and lobbying in connection with the Racial Justice Center strategic priorities.
Developing and conducting litigation in federal and state courts and in administrative forums. All NYCLU attorneys are responsible for identifying possible litigation and advocacy, preparing pleadings, motions, and briefs; conducting discovery; presenting oral arguments; and handling all aspects of appeals.
Engaging in pre-litigation analysis including evaluating and following up on intakes; conducting factual investigations and legal analyses; utilizing the Freedom of Information Law; and drafting demand letters.
Develop strong relationships with civil rights advocacy organizations and represent the NYCLU in multi-organization coalitions and working groups.
Work in close collaboration with the NYCLU's legal department on developing RJC litigation strategies to promote and expand racial justice litigation priorities including close collaboration with the legal department in developing claims, preparing pleadings and briefs, conducting discovery and depositions, handle hearings and trials, and argue motions and appeals.
Prepares and delivers testimony at public hearings and drafting public comments.
In collaboration with NYCLU communications staff, provide expert commentary to the media, participate in media briefings, and contribute to op-eds, blog posts, and other publications.
Work closely with staff across the NYCLU-including the Education Policy Center, Legal, Policy, and Field Departments, and our Regional Offices-to ensure that the NYCLU has an integrated approach to furthering the RJC's mission.
QUALIFICATIONS
At least 3-5 years of relevant experience.
Must reside in or plan to relocate to New York
Must be licensed to practice in New York State.
Experience with litigation, drafting and amending legislation and legislative advocacy, community engagement, and leading legal priorities.
Preferred experience working on racial justice issues, such as environmental racism, infrastructure equity, land-use laws, restorative principles such as reparations, education equity, and Indigenous rights.
Significant experience working in policy, legal, or government settings; high familiarity with public and legislative policy, and legal procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with organizations representing communities of color, including Black, Latine, AMEMSA, AAPI, and Indigenous communities and/or Tribes.
Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills.
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to communicate complex legal and policy issues to government decision makers and the general public.
Ability to work and communicate quickly and accurately, managing multiple projects and deliverables under pressure.
Meaningfully commits to and supports the NYCLU's internal and external commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Must be willing to travel throughout New York State.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit (1) a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and describing your qualifications, (2) a resume, and (3) a writing sample of your choosing, not to exceed five (5) pages via *********************************************************************************************************************************************** If feasible, please submit these materials as a single PDF.
We strongly prefer writing samples that are recent and entirely or largely your own work. A wide variety of writing samples may be submitted, such as legal briefings or memo's, pleadings, exert form legal research, public comments, advocacy letters, creative writing.
The NYCLU is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status
,
sexual orientation, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and having a workforce that reflects the communities that we serve.
The NYCLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail ******************. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodation for the interview process.
This position may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
Strategist (Racial Justice)
New York, NY job
Apply Description
Strategist
Department: Racial Justice Center
Terms of Employment: Regular Full-Time/Exempt/Local 2320 Union Position (NYCLU staff is currently working in a Hybrid model; will require work in the office in-person 2 days a week and as needed)
Location: 55 Broadway, New York, NY 10006
Salary: $65,000- $79,000
Application Deadline: Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) is one of the nation's leading advocates on behalf of constitutional rights and liberties. Founded in 1951, as the New York affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, the NYCLU is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan organization with more than 90,000 members and supporters, and eight offices statewide. We work in the courts, in the legislatures and on the streets to advocate for racial and economic justice, free speech, freedom of religion, privacy and equality before the law for all New Yorkers. For more information, please visit our website: **************
The Racial Justice Center (RJC)was established in 2023 to expand and deepen the NYCLU's racial justice portfolio. The NYCLU Racial Justice Center is in deep collaboration with the NYCLU departments and centers with all of the NYCLU priorities. The RJC also leads its own advocacy, legislation, and litigation docket. Primarily focuses on environmental justice, Indigenous rights, and restorative efforts.
DEI VISION STATEMENT
The NYCLU is committed to building an equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace that centers the voices of marginalized and directly impacted communities. This commitment strengthens our mission to protect civil liberties and advance justice across New York. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, formerly incarcerated people, and others whose experiences reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Strategist (Racial/Indigenous Justice) will play a pivotal role in advancing the Racial Justice Center's mission to achieve the NYCLU priorities with an emphasis on Indigenous Justice for our Tribal and non-Tribal Native people in New York State. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing campaigns to drive strategic change. Specifically, the Strategist will support and expand the NYCLU's efforts to engage Indigenous communities. The Strategist will work closely with Indigenous communities and allies to build relationships, shape policy, and uplift Indigenous voices and leadership through public education.
The Strategist (Racial/Indigenous Justice) will have a particular focus on the NYCLU priorities and the intersectionality of Indigenous Justice within the NYCLU's priority areas, including access to a sound basic education, criminal justice, law enforcement, privacy and technology, reproductive rights, environmental justice, and emerging Sovereignty issues. The Strategist will utilize a range of tools to advance Indigenous justice in New York State, including research, legislative and agency advocacy, civic engagement and public education, coalition development, organizing, and strategic communications. Collaborating closely across departments, specifically our Education Policy Center. The Strategist will work to elevate community-informed priorities, helping to ensure that any litigation strategies are grounded in lived experience and communities' needs.
This position is situated in the NYCLU's Racial Justice Center.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The major duties and responsibilities for this position include:
Lead our current Indigenous Justice Campaigns such as: Education Equity Campaign, Voting Rights Campaign, Environmental Justice Campaigns, and emerging Native American Immigration issues.
Develop and implement new issue-specific campaigns to expand and protect the civil rights and liberties of Indigenous families in New York State.
Support the development and coordination of NYCLU's growing relationships with Indigenous/Native communities.
Keep abreast of developments in the field and urgent threats to Indigenous justice by monitoring community concerns and systemic patterns and make recommendations to senior staff as to appropriate responses by the NYCLU.
Organize community forums, town halls, and related events in support of the mission of the NYCLU and the RJC.
Build and maintain relationships with Indigenous justice experts, organizations, community stakeholders, academics, and thought leaders to engage them in our work and implement collaborative projects, and to foster positive working relationships with the affiliate and national ACLU staff.
Collaborate with the ACLU Indigenous Justice Working Group.
Expand NYCLU's reach by developing, promoting, and facilitating multimedia workshops and trainings.
Lobby for policy change at the state and municipal level; stay abreast of developments in assigned issue areas; In coalition with Tribal leaders, educators, parents, and community partners, engage in direct advocacy with elected officials and policymakers.
Develop strategic partnerships with public schools and youth-focused organizations and attend in-person meetings.
Support Racial Justice Center and NYCLU priorities and regional efforts as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate degree or JD preferred; Bachelor's required.
3+ years of experience in policy advocacy in areas at the intersection of racial justice, civil rights, and civil liberties.
A basic understanding of the legal and/or legislative landscape of relevant laws, treaties, and/or leadership on Native regions in New York State.
Must have a basic familiarity with legislative advocacy, lobbying, and community organizing.
Demonstrated experience working with and alongside Indigenous/Native American communities.
Strong facilitation skills and the ability to conduct workshops for both adult and youth learners.
Ability to prioritize and complete tasks with minimal supervision, with a proven record to manage and meet deadlines.
A commitment to the goals and priorities of the NYCLU.
Ability to thrive in a complex, fast paced, and collaborative working environment.
Ability to travel to Sovereign land across New York State for work-related meetings and events.
Availability for occasional evening and weekend hours (with notice).
A personal commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and in the field, along with the demonstrated ability to build relationships across differences.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and cover letter that includes your unique qualifications for this position, and where or how you learned of this job posting via
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If feasible, please submit these materials as a single PDF.
The NYCLU is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status
,
sexual orientation, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and having a workforce that reflects the communities that we serve.
The NYCLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail ******************. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodation for the interview process.
This position may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
Pricing Analyst
New York, NY job
Pricing Analyst - (25000227) Paul Weiss is seeking a Pricing Analyst to join our New York team. The Pricing Analyst will work closely with our pricing and billing teams, as well as clients and attorneys on pricing related requests. This includes but is not limited to providing analytical support to the team, assisting with budget preparation, maintaining and implementing billing rates and fee arrangements, and preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders.
The Pricing Analyst's responsibilities also include assisting with review of clients' Outside Counsel Guidelines for pricing-related provisions, and contributing to Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
Responsibilities:Prepare budget estimates for legal work using existing templates and develop additional models for different types of matters, as needed.
Review and update client fee arrangements and liaise with the Billing team to answer rate related questions and ensure that client and matter fee arrangements are accurately implemented.
Summarize pricing-related provisions and make recommendations for potential revisions to Outside Counsel Guidelines.
Develop and analyze client, matter and portfolio reporting; communicating trends, fees relative to budget, and realization implications to key stakeholders.
Communicate directly with attorneys as needed regarding fee arrangements as well as pricing, reporting, budgeting, and ad-hoc data requests.
Perform analysis related to clients and matter, including data mining, cleansing, and reconciliation.
As a member of the Pricing team, support the team with various custom rate analyses needed for responses to RFPs and client rate negotiations.
Participate in the annual review of firm standard rates and collaborate with partners to update client level arrangements and agreements as necessary.
Continually contribute to the development of best practices that can be leveraged to improve team efficiency and accuracy.
Other duties, as assigned.
Bachelor's degree required.
2-3 years of experience as a pricing or financial analyst, with similar responsibilities as described above, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including experience with Excel models.
Exposure to SQL queries a plus.
Analytical acumen including the ability to derive insights and provide conclusions and recommendations from raw data.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present results.
Accountability for quality, accuracy, and completeness of work product.
A commitment to customer focus and responsiveness.
Ability to manage multiple requests and projects from start to finish without sacrificing detail-oriented quality measures, including meeting new and existing deadlines.
Experience with law firm accounting systems a plus.
Schedule:This is a hybrid role which requires in-office attendance with the schedule set forth by the department.
Salary:$95,000 - $110,000 (exempt).
Paul, Weiss offers competitive compensation and benefits packages.
The firm considers a number of factors when determining compensation, including, but not limited to, education, years of experience, levels of experience, competency levels and other relevant skills and qualifications.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of the work performed by employees within this classification.
It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualification required of employees assigned to this job.
Organization: Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLPWork Locations: 1285 Avenue of Americas, New York, NY 10019-6064 Job Posting: Oct 13, 2025, 7:39:55 PM
Auto-ApplyDirector, Outreach
New York, NY job
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) Outreach department is dedicated to raising the profile of CFR and developing relationships with communities across the United States, with the goal of promoting an informed citizenry through curated, accessible programming and the dissemination of CFR resources. Current initiatives focus on state and local officials; local journalists; college and university educators, administrators, and students; and congregational leaders and representatives of faith-based organizations.
Position Summary
The CFR Outreach team is seeking a Director of Outreach. Working under the Director and Vice President of the National Program and Outreach department, this position will be an essential thought partner in designing and implementing programmatic strategy for CFR's outreach efforts and directing projects to expand our network and increase engagement across our initiatives. The director of outreach will develop and execute campaigns to grow our constituencies, recommend strategic partnerships to increase CFR's reach, identify new external conferences and outreach opportunities for CFR to participate in, and advise on our programmatic offerings.
The director will communicate CFR's outreach goals and strategy to stakeholders, manage the Outreach team's workflow, review and edit deliverables, and spearhead reporting projects on engagement and impact. The role works in close collaboration with the director of the National Program, each Outreach initiative lead, as well as senior colleagues across the organization.
This full-time position is based in CFR's New York City office on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid status as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite.
The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
Develop and advise on CFR's Outreach strategy to expand CFR's national presence, grow our networks of contacts in each initiative, and expand our offerings and reach to the general public.
Supervise lead staffers on each Outreach initiative (State and Local Officials, Local Journalists, Religion and Foreign Policy, and Students and Educators), ensuring standardized workflow structures.
Work closely with Outreach initiative leads on content-framing and speaker suggestions for all in-person and virtual programming as well as managing workflow in the lead-up to events.
Spearhead ad hoc projects, including select public-facing events across the country.
Research and recommend partnership opportunities across the country to increase CFR's visibility.
Collaborate with senior staff in other departments and with external partner organizations to advance CFR's mission, including planning events and sharing information relevant to various crosscutting projects, as well as best practices.
Review, edit, and advise on external-facing deliverables, draft emails for the vice president, department newsletters, meeting materials, and other correspondence.
Oversee budgeting for the Outreach initiatives, advise on potential grant sources, and manage the creation, editing, and analysis of grant-related activity/event reports to inform programmatic strategy.
Develop presentations and decks on CFR's reach and national presence, including proposed avenues for scaling up.
Build and maintain relationships with organizations and contacts in CFR's orbit that are integral to CFR's mission of promoting informed public discussion.
Redesign internal programmatic tracking and stats documentation across the Outreach initiatives and spearhead impact reporting projects.
Provide general project support to the department, including attending and working at National Program and Outreach events held outside of business hours.
Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.
Qualifications
Education
BA in international relations, communications, or related field and interest in current U.S. foreign policy and international affairs issues. MA preferred.
Experience
At least 8 years of experience in outreach, community organizing, program management, and/or strategic partnerships. Experience working on political campaigns and in event management a plus.
At least four years of supervisory experience, with a proven track record of managing and developing teams and managing multiple complex workstreams.
At least three years of experience in digital marketing, including hands-on management of email marketing platforms, audience segmentation, and performance analytics.
Related Skills & Other Requirements
Proven experience managing and developing teams and driving performance.
Demonstrated ability to engage prominent leaders in cross-cutting sectors nationally.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple ongoing projects simultaneously; superior organizational and time management skills, as well as attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills.
Strong public speaking skills and experience creating presentations/decks for leadership and external stakeholders.
Ability to meet demanding deadlines with a positive attitude and interact with members and the public in a professional manner.
Team player with capacity to take initiative, demonstrate flexibility, and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working with high-level contacts or in member/constituent relations; ability to maintain confidentiality and to use appropriate discretion.
Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel skills. Microsoft Dynamics CRM or other database experience preferred.
Availability to work flexible hours and overtime, as necessary.
Ability and desire to travel domestically a few times each year.
Required Application Materials
Please submit a résumé and cover letter stating your interest in the position.
Compensation and Benefits
The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $120,000 - $130,000, depending on experience.
In addition to competitive salaries, the Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including an award-winning health and wellness program, an on-site fitness center, and generous leave policies and health insurance programs.
About CFR
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is more representative of American society, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to broader, more informed participation in the foreign policy debate and lead to an enhanced understanding of the world and the United States' role therein. To that end, CFR is dedicated to continuing to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its work and workplace by building a more diverse membership and staff, producing and dispensing thoughtful analysis on a broad range of foreign policy issues, and developing relevant, wide-reaching programming that also serves to expand the foreign policy talent pipeline to underrepresented populations.
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Auto-ApplyHealth Counselor
Community Service Society of New York job in New York, NY or remote
The Community Service Society (CSS) seeks Health Counselors to work for its new Ombudsprogram for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in the Health Initiatives Department. The Community Service Society (CSS) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that has been at the forefront of public policy innovations that support low-income New Yorkers for over 175 years. CSS's Health Initiatives Department runs a number of statewide programs that help New Yorkers find and use their health insurance or otherwise access health care and services, including: Community Health Advocates (CHA); the Community Health Access to Addiction and Mental Healthcare Project (CHAMP); the Independent Consumer Advocacy Network (ICAN); and several enrollment assistance programs. These programs are free for New Yorkers. In 2024, the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) issued a proposal to establish and operate an independent, conflict-free consumer assistance program (Ombudsman) for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities pursuant to §33.28 of the Mental Hygiene Law.
CSS is seeking a dedicated and experienced Health Counselor to help staff the IDD Ombudsprogram Helpline that provides assistance to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and representatives as they ace ss services from OPWDD.
Job Description:
Provide information, education, advice, and navigational services to clients on how to successfully access the services offered through OPWDD.
Represent clients as they seek to use the OPWDD system.
Respond to live calls from consumers, family members, or their representatives on the IDD Ombudsprogram Helpline.
Draft resources for consumers, family members, advocates, providers, and others, as needed.
Prepare training materials and fact sheets, as needed.
Maintain thorough case records of services provided or referrals.
Help identify systemic trends or practices that adversely affect clients and work closely with senior CSS staff and other appropriate stakeholders.
Other responsibilities identified by Supervisor.
Job Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required. Graduate degree in law, health policy, social work, or other relevant discipline preferred.
Lived or significant work experience concerning issues facing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities strongly preferred.
A minimum of two years' experience providing assistance to consumers and/or advocates on issues concerning people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, health insurance, or health care access issues required.
Extraordinary organizational skills required.
Ability to write clearly, concisely and keep detailed notes of all communications.
Mission driven, with strong communication, research and advocacy skills required.
Proficient in MS Office and Salesforce database management skills preferred.
Written and spoken fluency in Spanish or another language beside English strongly preferred.
Salary and Benefits : This position is union represented by local 1199 SEIU with an annual salary of $81,328.00 and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage provided by 1199. Community Service Society provides an employee benefit package including 403b retirement savings plan, defined benefit retirement plan, commuter benefit plan, EAP, and more in addition to a robust paid time off policy.
Physical Requirements: Office work that requires sitting, use of a computer, answering phone calls, etc.
CSS currently offers a hybrid work environment requiring onsite work at CSS' office at least two days per week and three days per week remote work.
***Interested applicants should provide a cover letter and resume at the time of application submission***
CSS is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
CSS complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing employment, recruitment, and hiring.
Auto-ApplyProgram Associate, Local Journalists Initiative
New York, NY job
Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 5,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes
Foreign Affairs
, the preeminent magazine on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.
Position Summary
CFR Outreach works to raise the profile of CFR and develop relationships with communities across the United States. Current initiatives focus on college and university students, educators, and administrators; state and local officials; local journalists; and congregational leaders and representatives of faith-based organizations.
Under the direction of the Local Journalists Initiative lead and the vice president and director of the National Program and Outreach department, the program associate supports the work of the Local Journalists Initiative, which helps print, broadcast, and digital-first journalists draw connections between the local issues they cover and national and international dynamics.
This full-time position is based in CFR's New York City office on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid status as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite.
The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
Support the CFR Local Journalists Initiative virtual and in-person programmatic offerings and events, which include a webinar series, media briefings, an annual workshop, and CFR representation at external conferences and professional gatherings across the country.
Tasks include administrative support for scheduling events, initiating and editing draft correspondence including event invitations and thank you notes, preparing meeting materials, and contributing to reports for initiative activities.
Growing the initiative's constituency by researching and compiling new contacts to the master list.
Supporting CFR communications and content dissemination efforts by updating webpages, preparing email campaign templates-including newsletters and surveys-and placing advertisements.
Collecting qualitative and quantitative data across program offerings for reporting purposes and strategic decision-making.
Maintaining CFR databases with accurate contact and participation information for journalists, scheduling meetings, taking and circulating meeting notes, and compiling follow-up tasks and action items.
Collaborating on a bi-monthly newsletter for journalists featuring a curated selection of CFR content.
Researching annual conferences and networking opportunities that align with initiative goals.
Coordinating across departments and with external partner organizations to align schedules, assist with event execution, and share information relevant to multiple crosscutting projects.
Providing general project support to the department, including attending and working at events held outside of business hours.
Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in political science, journalism, international relations, or a related field
Experience
One year of experience working in outreach, partnerships, international relations, academia, government, or community engagement.
Event or program management experience preferred.
Related Skills & Other Requirements
Ability to multitask and manage multiple ongoing projects simultaneously; superior organizational and time management skills, as well as attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with multiple audiences; strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills.
Ability to meet demanding deadlines with a positive attitude.
Professional conduct in all interactions with CFR members, invited dignitaries, and the general public. Judicious use of confidentiality and discretion when necessary.
Team player with capacity to take initiative, demonstrate flexibility, and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Dynamics 365 Experience with Quorum or other public affairs database is desirable.
Availability to work flexible hours and overtime, as necessary.
Capacity for domestic travel a few times each year.
Ability to assist with packing, shipping, and set up of publications and meeting materials for internal and external workshops, conferences, and events.
Required Application Materials
Please submit a résumé and cover letter stating your interest in the position.
Compensation and Benefits
The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $ 58,000 - $61,000, depending on experience.
In addition to competitive salaries, the Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including an award-winning health and wellness program, an on-site fitness center, and generous leave policies and health insurance programs.
About CFR
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is more representative of American society, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to broader, more informed participation in the foreign policy debate and lead to an enhanced understanding of the world and the United States' role therein. To that end, CFR is dedicated to continuing to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its work and workplace by building a more diverse membership and staff, producing and dispensing thoughtful analysis on a broad range of foreign policy issues, and developing relevant, wide-reaching programming that also serves to expand the foreign policy talent pipeline to underrepresented populations.
Auto-ApplySummer 2026 Law Student Summer Internship
New York, NY job
Apply Description
Summer 2026 Law Student Summer Internship (plus one hybrid Legal and Policy position)
Department: Legal
Terms of Employment: Internship
Location: New York Civil Liberties Union, 125 Broad Street & 55 Broadway, NY, NY (NYCLU Staff is currently working on a hybrid model)
Salary: The NYCLU will provide a stipend for summer interns who do not receive funding from their law school or any other external funding.
Application Deadline: Applications for second-year law students are strongly preferred by Sunday, November 9, 2025, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis up until Sunday, November 16, 2025. Applications for first-year law students are due by Friday, January 9, 2026, and will be reviewed after that date.
The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) is one of the nation's leading advocates on behalf of constitutional rights and liberties. Founded in 1951, as the New York affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, the NYCLU is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan organization with more than 90,000 members and supporters, and eight offices statewide. We work in the courts, in the legislatures and on the streets to advocate for racial and economic justice, free speech, freedom of religion, privacy and equality before the law for all New Yorkers. For more information, please visit our website: **************
DEI VISION STATEMENT
The NYCLU is committed to building an equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace that centers the voices of marginalized and directly impacted communities. This commitment strengthens our mission to protect civil liberties and advance justice across New York. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, formerly incarcerated people, and others whose experiences reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The NYCLU seeks a diverse group of current law students for summer 2026 internships. During our 10-week program (May 26, 2026 to July 31,2026), interns in our Legal Department will engage in legal research and writing to support litigation and advocacy on a wide range of civil rights and civil liberties issues. Interns may also have opportunities to participate in other projects such as court monitoring, policy campaigns, and public education about civil rights and liberties. There will be a hybrid opportunity for one intern to work formally within both the NYCLU's Legal and Policy Departments. While the Legal Department primarily works on litigation, the Policy Department designs, advocates for, implements and monitors legislative and policy initiatives across the state, including with state and municipal legislatures and agencies and alongside the NYCLU's various coalition partnerships.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should have a commitment to public interest law and to civil liberties. Please send a cover letter describing why you are interested in a summer internship at the NYCLU, a resume, and a recent writing sample that is wholly your own unedited work (submit a brief, motion or memorandum of law, not to exceed 10 pages). Applicants should also note whether you are interested in an internship exclusively with the Legal Department or if you are applying for a hybrid Legal and Policy Department internship or would like to be considered for both roles. Please upload your writing sample with your cover letter as one document via
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The NYCLU is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status
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sexual orientation, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and having a workforce that reflects the population that we serve.
The NYCLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail ******************.
If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.
Assistant Director of Field Organizing (NYC)
New York, NY job
Assistant Director of Field Organizing
Department: Field Organizing
Terms of Employment: 3-Year Contract Position with the high potential for a permanent role/Full-Time Exempt (NYCLU is working in a hybrid model; a number of in-person days is required but may also involve travel outside of normal work hours with evening and weekends meetings.
Location: New York Civil Liberties Union, 55 Broadway, NY, NY / Statewide NY Offices
Salary: $90,000 - $125,000
Application Deadline: Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) is one of the nation's leading advocates on behalf of constitutional rights and liberties. Founded in 1951, as the New York affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, the NYCLU is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan organization with more than 90,000 members and supporters, and eight offices statewide. We work in the courts, in the legislatures and on the streets to advocate for racial and economic justice, free speech, freedom of religion, privacy and equality before the law for all New Yorkers. For more information, please visit our website: **************
DEI VISION STATEMENT
The NYCLU is committed to building an equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace that centers the voices of marginalized and directly impacted communities. This commitment strengthens our mission to protect civil liberties and advance justice across New York. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, formerly incarcerated people, and others whose experiences reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Assistant Director of Field Organizing supports the Director of Field Organizing to lead, direct, and manage the Field Organizing Department, which consists of organizers in eight regions across the state who undertake various activities - including campaign development and implementation, volunteer engagement and mobilization, and community education - to advance the NYCLU's mission and strategic priorities. The Assistant Director also serves as a member of the NYCLU's Middle Management Team, which guides the work and operation of the organization.
This is a three-year contract position with the high potential for a permanent role. The organization is committed to facilitating an evaluation process annually which will engage staff across several departments at the NYCLU.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and manage the New York City-based Field staff and contractors, as needed:
Provide clear expectations and feedback that helps further the employees' individual skills.
Foster the professional development of Field Department staff through the use of, among other tools, performance evaluations and professional development plans.
Support the Director of Field Organizing to plan, monitor, track, and approve Field Department's budgeting and spending.
Provide reports to the Director of Field Organizing on a regular basis and as requested, and perform other duties as assigned.
Serve as a member of the Middle Management Team to support program operations and organizational decision making including, but not limited to:
The Policy Department to develop and execute strategies in support of legislative and policy advocacy.
The Development and Communications Departments to coordinate communications to our audiences.
Manage the NYCLU's community education initiative, which includes (but is not limited to) “Know Your Rights” workshops, skill-based trainings, and other presentations.
Collaborate with the Communications Department to develop educational and organizing materials.
Work in coalition with key community members, groups, and grassroots organizations to achieve shared goals.
Expand the NYCLU's network of support and alliances by identifying strategic allies and building new partnerships that will strengthen and broaden our impact.
Support engagement with a diverse set of policymakers, stakeholders, and thought leaders from across the ideological spectrum.
Closely coordinate with the Policy Departments and other departments to develop and implement NYCLU's campaigns on ongoing priorities and rapid response to urgent, unanticipated threats to civil rights and civil liberties.
Work with Director of Field Organizing to oversee the development and implementation of organizing campaign plans.
Work closely with the Director of Regions on local and statewide campaigns.
Plan and execute lobby days and community engagement events.
Support the Director in close coordination with the Development and Communications Departments, with the management and development of NYCLU's volunteer network of over 11,000 New Yorkers
Actively support the NYCLU's internal and external commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
QUALIFICATIONS
A combined minimum of 6 years of experience in political, community or issue advocacy organizing, including substantial demonstrated experience leading organizing campaigns at the local, state or national levels and 2-3 years managing a team. This includes experience working with organizational membership, volunteers, directly impacted communities, and/or community organizers.
Track record of training, developing and supporting new organizers.
Demonstrated success in building organizational infrastructure.
An understanding of and commitment to the nonpartisan mission and goals of the NYCLU and ACLU.
Excellent communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
Strong analytical ability, intellectual curiosity, and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills and collaborative work style.
Demonstrated experience in applying principles of racial justice, diversity, equity and inclusion.
Experience with digital organizing tools including e-mail-, call-, and text-to-action tools.
Experience with Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) software (i.e., NPG VAN, salesforce).
Availability and willingness to travel within the state, as necessary, and participate in occasional evening and weekend activities.
Bachelor's degree in public policy or other related areas preferred.
IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL ALSO POSSESS
A love for the challenges and rewards of managing a diverse team.
Existing relationships with a diverse set of policy makers and/or constituencies.
Familiarity with the political landscapes of Albany and New York City.
Familiarity with the cultural and/or political landscapes of NYS regions outside of the NYC Metro area.
Familiarity with media strategy, including social media.
Ability to balance self-care in a professional environment that often demands urgency.
A great sense of humor, a collaborative disposition, patience, and flexibility.
Experience supervising Union employees.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and cover letter that includes your unique qualifications for this position, and where or how you learned of this job posting *************************************************************************************************************************************************
If feasible, please submit these materials as a single PDF.
The NYCLU is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status
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sexual orientation, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and having a workforce that reflects the communities that we serve.
The NYCLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail ******************. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.
This position may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
Senior Staff Attorney / Staff Attorney
New York, NY job
Senior Staff Attorney/Staff Attorney
Department: Racial Justice Center
Terms of Employment: Regular Full-Time/Exempt/Temporary (3-Year Position with possibility of extension)/Local 2320 Union (NYCLU staff is currently working in a Hybrid model; a minimum of two days in-office each week, in addition to other in-person work requirements such as legislative visits, community events, and court appearances).
Location: 55 Broadway, New York, NY 10006 / New York Statewide
Salary: $97,000- $101,000 (In accordance with Attorney Pay Scale)
Application Deadline: Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) is one of the nation's leading advocates on behalf of constitutional rights and liberties. Founded in 1951, as the New York affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, the NYCLU is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan organization with more than 90,000 members and supporters, and eight offices statewide. We work in the courts, in the legislatures and on the streets to advocate for racial and economic justice, free speech, freedom of religion, privacy and equality before the law for all New Yorkers. For more information, please visit our website: **************
Racial Justice Center (RJC)was established in 2023 to expand and deepen the NYCLU's racial justice portfolio. The NYCLU Racial Justice Center is in deep collaboration with the NYCLU departments and centers with all of the NYCLU priorities. The RJC also leads its own advocacy, legislation, and litigation docket. Primarily focuses on environmental justice, Indigenous rights, and restorative efforts.
DEI VISION STATEMENT
The NYCLU is committed to building an equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace that centers the voices of marginalized and directly impacted communities. This commitment strengthens our mission to protect civil liberties and advance justice across New York. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, formerly incarcerated people, and others whose experiences reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The NYCLU seeks an experienced, innovative, and dynamic racial justice legal expert who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced organization. The candidate should have the ability to skillfully implement and/or support the NYCLU's interdepartmental approach to racial justice and broad docket of civil rights and civil liberties issues. This position will play a key role in executing the NYCLU's Racial Justice Center's strategic priorities.
The staff attorney will have a particular focus on the intersectionality of racial justice with NYCLU priority areas, such as environmental racism, Indigenous rights, and restorative justice. The staff attorney will utilize a range of strategies to advance racial justice in New York State, including legal research, identifying legislative priorities and threats, joining, and seeking new litigation, and civic engagement, including submitting public comments, testifying at hearings, Know Your Rights education, movement lawyering, coalition development, and strategic communications.
This position is situated in NYCLU's Racial Justice Center and directly reports to the Racial Justice Center Director.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Independently review state and local legislation and engage in related legislative advocacy and lobbying in connection with the Racial Justice Center strategic priorities.
Developing and conducting litigation in federal and state courts and in administrative forums. All NYCLU attorneys are responsible for identifying possible litigation and advocacy, preparing pleadings, motions, and briefs; conducting discovery; presenting oral arguments; and handling all aspects of appeals.
Engaging in pre-litigation analysis including evaluating and following up on intakes; conducting factual investigations and legal analyses; utilizing the Freedom of Information Law; and drafting demand letters.
Develop strong relationships with civil rights advocacy organizations and represent the NYCLU in multi-organization coalitions and working groups.
Work in close collaboration with the NYCLU's legal department on developing RJC litigation strategies to promote and expand racial justice litigation priorities including close collaboration with the legal department in developing claims, preparing pleadings and briefs, conducting discovery and depositions, handle hearings and trials, and argue motions and appeals.
Prepares and delivers testimony at public hearings and drafting public comments.
In collaboration with NYCLU communications staff, provide expert commentary to the media, participate in media briefings, and contribute to op-eds, blog posts, and other publications.
Work closely with staff across the NYCLU-including the Education Policy Center, Legal, Policy, and Field Departments, and our Regional Offices-to ensure that the NYCLU has an integrated approach to furthering the RJC's mission.
QUALIFICATIONS
At least 3-5 years of relevant experience.
Must reside in or plan to relocate to New York
Must be licensed to practice in New York State.
Experience with litigation, drafting and amending legislation and legislative advocacy, community engagement, and leading legal priorities.
Preferred experience working on racial justice issues, such as environmental racism, infrastructure equity, land-use laws, restorative principles such as reparations, education equity, and Indigenous rights.
Significant experience working in policy, legal, or government settings; high familiarity with public and legislative policy, and legal procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with organizations representing communities of color, including Black, Latine, AMEMSA, AAPI, and Indigenous communities and/or Tribes.
Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills.
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to communicate complex legal and policy issues to government decision makers and the general public.
Ability to work and communicate quickly and accurately, managing multiple projects and deliverables under pressure.
Meaningfully commits to and supports the NYCLU's internal and external commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Must be willing to travel throughout New York State.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit (1) a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and describing your qualifications, (2) a resume, and (3) a writing sample of your choosing, not to exceed five (5) pages via *********************************************************************************************************************************************** If feasible, please submit these materials as a single PDF.
We strongly prefer writing samples that are recent and entirely or largely your own work. A wide variety of writing samples may be submitted, such as legal briefings or memo's, pleadings, exert form legal research, public comments, advocacy letters, creative writing.
The NYCLU is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status
,
sexual orientation, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and having a workforce that reflects the communities that we serve.
The NYCLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail ******************. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodation for the interview process.
This position may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.