Director, Practice Groups

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DIRECTOR, PRACTICE GROUPS - JD REQUIRED THE FEDERALIST SOCIETY The Federalist Society, a DC‑based non‑profit organization dedicated to informing the legal and public policy debate on a national level, seeks a Director of Practice Groups - the expert attorneys and policy makers organized around various policy and legal fields. This role will support the Executive Committees of all Practice Groups, provide leadership and strategic planning to the Division, and plan and execute Practice Group events as well as components of the National Lawyers Convention. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working closely with our members, and relish the opportunity to mentor and manage an internal team of 5-6 direct reports. Commitment to the mission and values of The Federalist Society is essential, and a JD is required. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Collaborate with the Vice President to set and implement the strategic vision for the Practice Groups, including growth initiatives, new content formats, and improved engagement with members Apply legal expertise and analysis to a wide range of emerging legal issues important to FedSoc members and the broader conservative and libertarian legal and policy movement Provide high-level guidance on programming priorities, ensuring ideological balance and high-quality discussion Manage relationships with 18 Practice Group Executive Committees across multiple practice areas Attend and participate in all Executive Committee meetings (20-30 per month, mostly virtual), ensuring group alignment with FedSoc priorities and mission Lead and facilitate Executive Committee meetings as needed, including agenda-setting and strategic planning Support the Vice President in recruiting new Executive Committee members and fostering active participation in Executive Committee work Oversee the planning and execution of Practice Group events, including: In-person conferences and panels (EBR, Education Conference, etc.) FedSoc Forums (150-200 webinars hosted annually)
Host in-person lunches and conferences as needed, representing the Federalist Society to high-profile speakers and audiences Lead planning for the Practice Group panels at the National Lawyers Convention in November by developing topics, identifying balanced, high-profile speakers, and representing the Practice Groups at this flagship FedSoc event Effectively supervise the internal Practice Groups team of 5-6 staff members
WHAT YOU’LL NEED: Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to think strategically about big picture ideas and direction as well as track and execute the details of plans and proposals Diplomatic, unflappable, and balanced temperament capable of navigating disagreements or resolving unexpected problems At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in law and public policy, program management, or nonprofit leadership Management experience and positive, solution-oriented leadership style Strong commitment to the Federalist Society’s mission and values 8+ years of professional experience A J.D. is required WHO WE ARE: Founded in 1982, the Federalist Society for Law and Public Policy Studies is a group of conservatives and libertarians dedicated to reforming the current legal order. We are committed to the principles that the state exists to preserve freedom, that the separation of governmental powers is central to our Constitution, and that it is emphatically the duty of the judiciary to say what the law is, not what it should be. By providing a forum for legal experts of opposing views to interact with members of the legal profession, the judiciary, law students, academics, and the architects of public policy, the Society has redefined the terms of legal debate. The Society is a membership organization that includes, among other things, Student, Lawyers, and Faculty Divisions. These Divisions include thousands of law students participating in chapters at most ABA-accredited law schools as well as active chapters of legal professionals in more than a hundred cities across the country. WHERE YOU’LL WORK: We are located in the heart of the District of Columbia, three blocks from the White House and across the street from the Farragut West Metro Station. Our current schedule involves in-person work on Tuesdays-Thursdays each week, with opportunities to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays when event schedule permits. This position reports directly to the Vice President, Practice Groups & Networks.
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Location:
Washington, DC, United States
Salary:
$200,000 - $250,000
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