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Public Rights Project was founded in 2017 to help local government officials fight for civil rights. We use legal advocacy, capacity building, convenings, and storytelling to advance civil rights and strengthen democracy. A talented staff consisting of lawyers, advocates, organizers, storytellers, and more carry out this critical work with passion and rigor.
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Director of Editorial & Branding
Public Rights Project is seeking a Director of Editorial & Branding to lead content strategy and editorial systems. Reporting to the Chief Communications & Marketing Officer (CCMO) and serving on the senior leadership team, the Director will be responsible for the organization telling compelling, accessible stories aligned with strategic priorities.
In close collaboration with the Director of Communications, the Director of Editorial & Branding will enhance our organizational voice and visual identity across branded assets and content products, designing the processes and standards to produce high-quality materials across teams and audiences. They also will manage key projects, help sharpen PRP’s messaging, and provide coaching and training support to staff. Initially, the Director will manage 2 direct reports and oversee contractors (designers, consultants). Internally, they will partner closely with the Development (fundraising) and Program (attorneys and advocates) teams to translate complex legal and policy work into persuasive, plain-language content for funders, local government leaders, and the broader public.
Special Assistant to the CEO
Public Rights Project seeks to hire a Special Assistant to the CEO to join our team. This is a remote, full-time, exempt position reporting to the Chief of Staff within Public Rights Project’s Executive Office. This role requires strong coordination with the Chief of Staff in support of internal and external stakeholders. You’ll help ensure the CEO’s initiatives are executed with excellence and efficiency, managing cross-functional administrative activities, projects and workflows, while representing her values and leadership priorities.
Director of People
The application deadline for this role is Thursday, October 16th.
The Director of People will play a critical role at the intersection of law, government, and social justice, partnering with leadership to shape PRP’s culture, build career pathways, and ensure every employee feels supported to do their best work. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned, strategic, equity-focused people leader who thrives on building scalable systems, fostering inclusive cultures, and guiding organizations through growth and change.
2026/2027 Legal Fellow
We will begin reviewing applications on 10/20/2025 and will review applications received after that date on a rolling basis until the position is filled
Public Rights Project seeks to hire one or more fellows for a one-year fellowship, beginning September 2026. The fellowship is intended for recent law school graduates and lawyers with fewer than three years experience. There is a strong preference for 3Ls, judicial law clerks, and applicants with only one or two years of experience.
We are looking for candidates with a belief in the power of state and local government to make positive change in the world and a passionate commitment to economic, racial, gender, and environmental justice. A fellowship at Public Rights Project would be ideal for candidates interested in cutting-edge impact litigation, public service, and creative strategies to advance civil rights, combat federal or state abuses of power, and more. The fellow will have an opportunity to work directly with the Managing Attorney, Litigation Director, Civil Rights Hub Director, Election Protection Hub Director, Staff Attorneys, other Legal Fellows, multiple cities and states across the country, and community and nonprofit partners. The fellow will also have an opportunity to contribute to case generation, development, and strategy; to shape the direction of Public Rights Project; and to gain valuable experience in organizational and program design.
Recruiting Manager
Public Rights Project seeks to hire a Recruiting Manager to join our team. This is a remote, regular, full-time and exempt position. The Recruiting Manager will lead PRP’s end-to-end recruiting strategy and operations, manage external recruiting partners and oversee recruiting systems and processes for scalability.
Senior Program Manager (Legal)
Public Rights Project seeks to hire a Senior Program Manager (Legal) for California to join our team. This is a remote, full-time, exempt position reporting to the Director of the Civil Rights Hub. This role will help oversee the organization, outreach, and coordination of a statewide legal action and resource hub. The role will develop relationships with and optimize our services to local government officials and community-based organizations in the state. This role will work closely with the Directors of the Civil Rights Hub, Litigation team, and Election Protection Hub to ensure that statewide and local leaders know about and can use our services to help them deliver for their constituents.
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