JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
CHAPTER DIRECTOR - SUFFOLK COUNTY

The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) is one of the nation's foremost defenders of civil liberties and civil rights. Founded in 1951 as the New York affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, the NYCLU is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan organization with six chapters and 48,000 members statewide. We are seeking a visionary individual with strong leadership skills; experience in advocacy and organizing; excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to civil liberties to lead our Suffolk County Chapter in Eastern Long Island. The Chapter office is located in the Touro Law Center in Central Islip, New York.

Summary of Position:
The Chapter Director organizes outreach, legal, educational and fundraising functions under the direction of a local Chapter Board and the Executive Director of the New York Civil Liberties Union. The position is based in suburban Suffolk County, about 50 miles East of Manhattan. Salary is in the $40,000 range.

Position Responsibilities:

Intake:

• Respond to complaints from individuals with civil liberties or discrimination problems. Coordinate action on behalf of those with an appropriate complaints, which fall within our purview; these actions could include advocacy, public education and assistance with legal representation or referral.

Outreach:

• Communicate and collaborate with other community groups on issues of mutual concern.
• Outreach to legal community to recruit cooperating attorneys to assist on legal matters.
• Serve as Chapter's spokesperson to the media, public and local government bodies regarding civil liberties concerns, including but not limited to letters to the editor, op ed pieces, attending public hearings and speaking at schools.

Fundraising and Membership:

• Coordinate development in conjunction with Chapter's Board.

Public Relations:

• Produce the Chapter's newsletters, press releases, and other literature as needed.

Administration:

• Manage small office, keep regular office hours, recruit and supervise staff and volunteers, staff local board meetings and assist in board development, staff special events, forums and press conferences.
• Supervise interns with chapter's legal committee chair.
• Maintain relations and communicate with the State office. Submit executive director and financial reports in a timely fashion and as directed.
• Develop familiarity with all NYCLU and ACLU policies and guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be articulate, self motivated, and organized;
• Proficiency with technology (Microsoft Office) and 2 years professional experience is highly desirable;
• Excellent writing and communications skills;
• Experience in working with youth, community advocacy and organizing;
• Demonstrated commitment to upholding civil liberties; and
• Ability to work independently is essential.

How to Apply:
Applicants should email a letter of interest and a resume with salary history to:

jobs@nyclu.org with "Suffolk Director" in the subject line and where you saw our posting. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

The NYCLU is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals.