ACS ASSOCIATE JOB DESCRIPTION
The American Constitution Society (ACS) is hiring a full-time Associate.
ACS is the nation’s foremost progressive legal organization, with a diverse nationwide network that includes nearly 200 student and lawyer chapters. Its mission is to support and advocate for laws and legal systems that redress the founding failures of our Constitution, strengthen our democratic legitimacy, uphold the rule of law, and realize the promise of equality for all, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, and other historically excluded communities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Associate will work with the Department of Network Advancement and the Department of Policy and Program to perform a wide variety of tasks including, but not limited to:
- Corresponding with members of the ACS network
- Working closely with the Departments of Network Advancement and Policy and Programs on a variety of short- and long-term projects to strengthen the ACS network and support the organization’s programming
- Working directly with the chapters network
- Assisting in the management of ACS’s Continuing Legal Education (CLE) applications and records
- Scheduling and providing logistical support for virtual and in-person meetings and events, including our annual National Convention, smaller conferences, virtual national briefings, and convenings
- Updating and maintaining ACS’s database of contacts in Salesforce
- Other duties as assigned
ACS’s national office is located in Washington, DC. The Associate may work hybrid in-office/remotely if they live in the Washington metropolitan area or remotely if they live outside that area with the expectation of occasional travel to Washington, DC when necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A commitment to work a one-year minimum term
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
- Salesforce experience is a plus
- A strong commitment to ACS’s mission
- Self-motivation/ability to work independently
- Ability to manage a number of diverse projects and budget time accordingly
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- A keen sense of discretion
- ACS requires COVID-19 vaccination of all employees that perform in-person job duties.
- A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred, but not required
BENEFITS
- Non-negotiable salary of $45,000.
- Generous health, vision, dental, life insurance.
- Paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
HOW TO APPLY
Those wishing to apply should submit a résumé and cover letter (each as a PDF) to Morgan Washburn, HR Manager, at jobs@acslaw.org. Please include “ACS Associate Candidate” in the subject line. ACS values a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. ACS encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. Returning citizens are encouraged to apply.