Director, State Advocacy & Democratic Engagement

L4GG seeks a strategic and dynamic Director to lead our comprehensive state-level advocacy initiatives and democratic engagement programs. This role will oversee our signature State Legislative Advocacy Academy (SLAA), L4GG Leadership Program, state chapter support, and our expanding rule of law and democracy advocacy work including coalition leadership and Impact Docket programming.

The SLAA has successfully graduated more than 400 lawyers and law students, with dozens advancing to our Leadership Program. This position represents a significant expansion of L4GG's state-level impact, bridging our programmatic issue areas—reproductive rights, racial justice, climate change, immigration, and democracy—with concrete advocacy opportunities and coalition engagement at the state and national level.

The Director will be responsible for producing comprehensive training content, managing multiple advocacy programs, representing L4GG in key rule of law coalitions, and creating systematic pathways for our 125,000+ network members to engage in meaningful democratic participation and rule of law advocacy. The Director will also supervise the Manager, Training and Events.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

State Legislative Advocacy Academy (25% of role)

• Develop, produce, and deliver new training modules with expert speakers and trainers for the SLAA program (8-12 modules annually)
• Manage comprehensive program logistics including registration, participant tracking, and certificate issuance
• Update and refresh existing training content annually to reflect current legislative landscapes and emerging advocacy strategies
• Promote SLAA program to L4GG's network of 125,000+ lawyers and advocates
• Monitor current events for timely training opportunities and content relevance
• Collect participant feedback and implement program improvements

L4GG Leadership Program (25% of role)

• Design and oversee the annual Leadership Program application process with selection criteria aligned to L4GG's strategic priorities, including ensuring diverse geographic representation and issue-area coverage
• Facilitate monthly expert-led coaching calls for program participants, including peer-led issue-area discussions and working groups
• Work directly with participants to identify and develop state-level advocacy opportunities and projects
• Provide ongoing strategic support and resources to help Leaders engage effectively in legislative advocacy
• Connect Leadership Program activities with L4GG's active campaigns and programmatic priorities
• Track and report on participant progress and measurable program outcomes

Rule of Law & Democracy Advocacy Leadership (35% of role)

• Supervise the Manager, Training & Events, in their work producing L4GG's virtual events across all issue areas, including SLAA modules, Leadership Program coaching calls, Impact Docket events, and rule of law advocacy or other attorney engagement events; collaborate on in-person convenings
• Lead L4GG's participation and strategic leadership in the "Nation of Laws” (NOL) Coalition; represent L4GG in other multi-organizational initiatives and coalitions such as the "Not Above the Law" coalition
• Develop and coordinate advocacy and volunteer opportunities, as well as virtual and in-person events, focused on rule of law and democracy protection for L4GG’s community
• Oversee weekly production of L4GG's Impact Docket volunteer opportunities and advocacy alerts, including regular virtual events walking participants through opportunities
• Monitor political and legal developments affecting democratic institutions and coordinate L4GG response strategies
• Promote rule of law and democracy opportunities across L4GG's network

State Chapter Support & Strategic Coordination (15% of role)

• Actively promote L4GG opportunities to established state chapters nationwide
• Provide ongoing strategic support and resources to state chapter leaders
• Collaborate with L4GG program staff across all issue areas to identify advocacy opportunities and translate organizational priorities into actionable training content and coalition initiatives
• Connect SLAA training content, Leadership Program activities, and Impact Docket opportunities with state chapter priorities
• Track and report on state chapter engagement and impact metrics

REQUIREMENTS

Essential Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 5-7 years experience in legislative advocacy, policy work, and/or state-level political organizing
• Experience supervising staff and managing team workflows in a remote environment
• Demonstrated experience in program management and leadership, with specific experience developing attorney trainings or continuing legal education programs
• Proven ability to represent organizations in coalition settings and multi-stakeholder environments
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated public speaking ability
• Strong project management skills with proven ability to handle multiple concurrent complex projects
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead initiatives in a remote environment
• Technology proficiency and willingness to learn new digital platforms and advocacy tools
• Deep commitment to L4GG's mission and advocacy goals
• Experience facilitating virtual meetings, trainings, and coalition discussions

Strongly Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with digital advocacy tools such as Airtable, Slack, Zoom, and advocacy platforms
• Background in adult education, training program development, or continuing legal education
• Experience with nonprofit operations and remote team management
• Knowledge of state legislative processes and advocacy strategies across multiple states
• Established relationships within legal advocacy or civil rights communities

Benefits

• Remote work
• Flexible work schedule
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental & vision coverage
• Short-term & long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Option to participate in 403b retirement plan with employer matching