Public Rights Project Deputy Chief Program Officer

Public Rights Project seeks to hire a Deputy Chief of Programs to manage and review legal work across the organization. The role requires a seasoned public interest lawyer with 15+ years of experience in impact civil litigation and expertise in civil rights law.

Requirements

• J.D. and active bar membership in good standing
• 15+ years of public interest law experience
• Deep expertise in civil rights law with strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Proven ability to review and elevate others' legal work
• Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex workstreams concurrently
• Strategic thinker who can also provide hands-on tactical support
• Strong leadership skills, including change management, building buy-in, and providing constructive feedback
• Keen eye for identifying gaps, risks, and opportunities before they escalate
• Excellent judgment and discretion in handling confidential matters
• Outstanding communication skills and ability to build trust across differences
• Experience supporting senior leadership and managing up effectively
• Commitment to economic, racial, gender, and environmental justice
• Legal compliance and/or knowledge management

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings
• Stipends for cell phones, home office, and professional development