American University

ProgramDirectoroftheMarshallBrennanConstitutionalLiteracyProject

$85–90k Washington, District of Columbia, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Program Director of the Marshall-Brennan Constitutional Literacy Project at American University. Skills: Program Management, Student Advising, Alumni Relations, Fundraising, Budget Management. Manages the day-to-day operations of the MBCLP AUWCL chapter. Implements program initiatives”

What You'll Achieve.

Strengthen the program’s impact; Develop culturally informed outreach strategies; Ensure grant compliance and donor stewardship; Support fundraising efforts

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Acquiring and Analyzing Information

Eligibility Requirements

Travel required for one professional development conference annually, Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree, 5 - 8 years of relevant experience

Nice to Have

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, 8 - 10 years of relevant experience, demonstrated experience with education administration, K-12 education policy, and knowledge of the Washington, D. C. educational landscape, Demonstrated program administration, managerial, fundraising, and budgetary skills

What You'll Do.

Manages the day-to-day operations of the MBCLP AUWCL chapter

Implements program initiatives

Supports the program's overall functioning

Coordinates major program activities

such as the local moot court competition and related events

Builds and maintains relationships with high school and community partners

and other stakeholders

Oversees the recruitment and selection process for Marshall-Brennan teaching fellows

Oversees the MBCLP budget

Prepares regular reports on the status of program operations and sustainability initiatives

Supports the Marshall-Brennan national network of MBCLP chapters by advising and collaborating with chapter directors

Coordinates the annual national moot court competition and national conference

Develops new partnerships

Contributes to strategic planning for the program’s growth and development

Coordinates the teaching fellow school assignments

annual orientation program

and professional development programs

Assists with the AUWCL chapter’s long-term sustainability by supporting fundraising efforts

Develops and manages an alumni network

Pursues foundation grants

Ensures grant compliance and donor stewardship

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partnering with the Assistant Dean for Inclusive Excellence and Leadership Development; Advising and collaborating with chapter directors across participating law schools, law firms, and other organizations; Working with the Assistant Dean and the Office of Institutional Advancement

Process & Methodology

Program Management, Coordinating major program activities, Coordinating the annual national moot court competition and national conference, Strategic planning

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