Program Director of the Marshall-Brennan Constitutional Literacy Project

Job Details

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Department:

Washington College of Law

Time Type:

Full time

Job Type:

Regular

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Work Modality:

Hybrid 01 (On Campus 3-4 Days/Week)

Union:

Excluded

Job Description:

Summary:

The Marshall-Brennan Constitutional Literacy Project supports law students in developing foundational lawyering and professionalism skills by providing them with tools and a platform to address the well-documented thirst for constitutional empowerment and civic engagement among high school students.

Partnering with the Assistant Dean for Inclusive Excellence and Leadership Development, the Program Manager manages the AUWCL MBCLP chapter, coordinates all aspects of the National MBCLP’s yearly convening, and provides guidance and support to all national chapters.

Qualified candidates may be considered to instruct the Marshall-Brennan Seminar as an adjunct professor

Essential Functions:

1. Program Management - Local Chapter
   • The Program Director manages the day-to-day operations of the MBCLP AUWCL chapter in Washington, DC, including implementing program initiatives, supporting the program's overall functioning, and coordinating major program activities, such as the local moot court competition and related events.
   • The Program Director builds and maintains relationships with high school and community partners, law school alumni, and other stakeholders to strengthen the program’s impact and develop culturally informed outreach strategies. Additionally, the Program Director oversees the recruitment and selection process for Marshall-Brennan teaching fellows.
   • The Program Director also oversees the MBCLP budget and prepares regular reports on the status of program operations and sustainability initiatives.
2. Program Management - National Program
   • The Program Director plays a key role in supporting the Marshall-Brennan national network of MBCLP chapters by advising and collaborating with chapter directors across participating law schools, law firms, and other organizations.
   • The role includes coordinating the annual national moot court competition and national conference.
   • Additionally, in partnership with the Assistant Dean, the Program Director develops new partnerships and contributes to strategic planning for the program’s growth and development.
3. Student Advising
   • The Program Director coordinates the teaching fellow school assignments, annual orientation program, and other social, educational, and professional development programs.
4. Alumni Relations
   • Working with the Assistant Dean and the Office of Institutional Advancement, the Program Director assists with the AUWCL chapter’s long-term sustainability by supporting fundraising efforts, developing and managing an alumni network, pursuing foundation grants, and ensuring grant compliance and donor stewardship.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Student employees.

Competencies:

• Acquiring and Analyzing Information.
• Acting ethically and with integrity.
• Displaying Creativity.
• Prioritizing and Organizing.
• Serving Customers.
• Supporting a diverse and inclusive community.
• Supporting Coworkers.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-time.
• 35 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $85,000 - $90,000 annually.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree .
• 5 - 8 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master's degree or equivalent.
• Master's degree in a related discipline, such as education or social work, or JD candidates with relevant work experience preferred.
• 8 - 10 years of relevant experience.
• Strong demonstrated experience with education administration, K-12 education policy, and knowledge of the Washington, D.C. educational landscape is preferred.
• Demonstrated program administration, managerial, fundraising, and budgetary skills preferred. ​

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Travel required for one professional development conference annually.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

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