POSITION TITLE:    Beyond Borders Staff Attorney

SUPERVISOR:        Beyond Borders Supervising Attorney

DATE EFFECTIVE:   We will review applications on a rolling basis.

LOCATION:    Alamo, TX or remote from within the Rio Grande Valley or other Texas 

border community (including El Paso, Laredo, etc)

TRAVEL:        (Moderate)

JOB CLASSIFICATION:  Full-Time

SALARY TIER LEVEL: $72,468-$105,448 (Tier 4, Attorneys)

BARGAINING UNION ELIGIBILITY: Union Eligible

ABOUT THE TEXAS CIVIL RIGHTS PROJECT

At TCRP, we are Texas lawyers for Texas communities. We use our unique community lawyering model to empower Texas communities and create the policy changes necessary for a fairer, more just Texas. In our 30+ year history, we have brought thousands of strategic lawsuits, defending voting rights, reforming systems of criminal (in)justice, and fighting for the rights of immigrant families and those in our borderland communities. Our efforts have helped countless low-income and otherwise marginalized Texans and have widely advanced equality and justice. Today — with dozens of high-caliber attorneys and professionals around the state and an extensive network of pro bono counsel and community allies —TCRP is among the most influential civil rights organizations in Texas.

TCRP comprises three regional offices across Texas with over 40 employees and an annual budget of over $7 million dollars. TCRP currently operates under a hybrid work policy, allowing remote work and requiring travel and in-person attendance for specified work activities. The in-person activities for this position are typically in the  Rio Grande Valley. We are proud of our work, welcome innovative thinkers, and offer flexibility to different people’s styles and strengths. Learn more at https://txcivilrights.org/.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OR PROGRAM

Our Beyond Borders team works in two core areas: humanitarian and state and local advocacy. Our Humanitarian work involves advocating for migrants to move across our border with dignity. We also advocate at the state and local level for good governance of border communities without economic exploitation. In solidarity with partner organizations and communities, our team aims to eliminate policies that perpetuate the harmful effects of militarization, cultural erasure, imprisonment, and exclusion along the Texas-Mexico border and across the state.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Impact Litigation & Strategic Advocacy

• Litigate TCRP cases in state and federal Texas courts as assigned by and under the supervision of the Voting Rights Supervising Attorney. Includes conducting thorough and efficient investigations, contributing to strategy, drafting pleadings and affidavits, handling discovery, preparing and conducting depositions, and consulting with and preparing expert witnesses.
• Research and write clear, concise, appropriately framed litigation memoranda and white papers.  Participate in litigation panels and public education events, communicating effectively with all audiences.
• Supervision of pro bono attorneys who are directly and strategically representing immigrants. 

Counseling Individual Clients and Non-Legal Coalition Partners

• Build relationships with clients and coalition partners based on mutual respect, trust and dependability.
• Engage with individual clients and organizational partners to learn about their concerns and to provide them with sound, reliable legal counsel.
• Explain options, roadmap courses of action, discuss potential outcomes, and flag challenges -- whilst recognizing that people are experts in their own lives and communities.

Programmatic, Communications, Development and Cross Team Support

• Assist with designing and implementing strategic advocacy campaigns throughout Texas. Serve as a TCRP spokesperson through various communication and media outlets.
• Assist in TCRP’s fund development efforts, including presentations and speaking engagements.
• Contribute to litigation and other work in other programmatic areas as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed to practice law in Texas, or licensed to practice law elsewhere and willing to become admitted in Texas, including, if applicable, sitting for and passing the Texas bar exam.
• Track record of working collaboratively with diverse groups of individuals, with preference for experience in public interest coalitions.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Well-organized: able to meet deadlines without compromising the quality of work product; ability to multi-task and to prioritize; ability to juggle a heavy meetings calendar with substantive work; willingness to work long hours as necessary.
• Critical, creative, innovative thinker with the ability to identify nuances, attend to detail, and to get in the weeds.
• Issue spotter; self-starter; trouble shooter; tenacious; flexible.
• A willingness to travel throughout the state of Texas.
• A resilient, can-do attitude, with an openness to constructive criticism, evolving responsibilities, and shifting current events.
• Demonstrated success in litigation in complex federal court litigation strongly preferred.
• Some familiarity with immigration law  and constitutional law preferred.
• Spanish language fluency is strongly preferred. 

COMPENSATION

The salary for this position is based on years of experience with a range of $72,468-$105,448. TCRP also offers excellent benefits, professional development opportunities and a deep commitment to a meaningful work-life balance.

BENEFITS

We offer a broad range of benefits, including:

• Four weeks paid vacation (prorated upon date of hire), up to sixteen weeks paid family leave (following a six month probationary period), paid sick time, and extensive holidays, including a two-week winter break at the end of the year and a wellness week in the summer.
• Employer paid healthcare coverage for you and your dependents, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401K retirement plan
• Annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops

INCLUSION AND NON-DISCRIMINATION

TCRP is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives and contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment from candidates of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.  Research shows that while men apply for positions when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women, Black people, people of color and other underrepresented groups only apply when they check every box. If you feel like this is the position for you even though you don’t check every box please apply, you could be exactly what we’re looking for!

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit a writing sample, cover letter, and current resume via Submittable.

POSITION TITLE: Digital Coordinator

SUPERVISOR: Digital Communications Manager

DATE EFFECTIVE: We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by December 31, 2024

LOCATION: Position will primarily be remote in Texas

TRAVEL: (Moderate)

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Full-time

SALARY TIER LEVEL: Tier 2: $55,836-$71,874 

BARGAINING UNION ELIGIBILITY: Union Eligible

ABOUT THE TEXAS CIVIL RIGHTS PROJECT

At TCRP, we are Texas lawyers for Texas communities. We use our unique community lawyering model to empower Texas communities and create the policy changes necessary for a fairer, more just Texas. In our 30+ year history, we have brought thousands of strategic lawsuits, defending voting rights, reforming criminal (in)justice systems, and fighting for the rights of immigrant families and those in our borderland communities. Our efforts have helped countless low-income and otherwise marginalized Texans and have widely advanced equality and justice. Today — with dozens of high-caliber attorneys and professionals around the state and an extensive network of pro bono counsel and community allies —TCRP is among the most influential civil rights organizations in Texas.

TCRP comprises three regional offices across Texas with over 40 employees and an annual budget of over $7 million. TCRP currently operates under a hybrid work policy, allowing remote work from anywhere in Texas and requiring travel and in-person attendance for specified work activities. The in-person activities are typically based out of any of the Texas Civil Rights Projects locations: Alamo (in the Rio Grande Valley), Austin, and Houston. We are proud of our work, welcome innovative thinkers, and offer flexibility to different people’s styles and strengths. Learn more at https://txcivilrights.org/.

ABOUT THE COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT

As part of our mission to fight for Texas communities both in and out of the courts, TCRP understands that narratives are power. Narratives develop over time and they have enormous impacts on the work that we are able to accomplish through the courts, at the legislature, and in the minds of Texans from all walks of life. Our communications department centers the idea of narrative power at the core of our work, along with the idea of meeting our communities where they are at, and sharing stories in order to make lasting change. Our team works closely with programs across TCRP to ensure that the voice of our work is one. We believe that through our voice and imagery, we can paint a clearer portrait of both reality and what is possible for the communities we serve.

POSITION SUMMARY

TCRP understands the importance of being online. Over the past few years, TCRP has developed a significant digital audience that we are increasingly able to mobilize to take action on our goals - through petitions, event attendance, grassroots contributions, earned media, and more. The Digital Coordinator will be responsible for engaging and growing our online community through our various digital channels through digital organizing and strategic content creation.

As part of this work, the Digital Coordinator will:

• Create concise, eye-catching, and innovative digital content for our social media platforms, emails, leaning into graphics, video, trends, and other creative opportunities to elevate our messaging.
• Engage supporters for our campaigns and drive measurable online actions.
• Collaborate with staff to develop content based on our cases and campaigns that advances our legal and policy goals and distills complex legal and policy into accessible formats for varying audiences: from migrants at the border to our regular financial supporters.
• Research and stay up-to-date with the latest news related to TCRP’s different legal programs and specific campaigns in order to identify opportunities and rapid response moments for TCRP to comment on breaking news.
• Review and edit draft content, written, graphic, and video, of other TCRP staff for our digital channels.
• Use graphic and video editing tools to paint the digital picture for TCRP’s work.

To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate should have the following characteristics:

• Commitment to addressing race, class, gender, and other equity issues as part of your work as well as the impact these structural issues have on our collective work environment. 
• Be very online. You have a deep understanding of how different social media platforms work, their typical audiences, and the tone best suited for each. You understand what makes for compelling content that moves people to action. Experience with social media management systems (i.e. Sprout Social) and SEO a plus.
• Excellent strategic thinker. Able to set goals and execute strategies and tactics to achieve them, including incorporating metrics and data analytics. You can adjust strategies and approaches when your first (or eighth) attempt isn't getting you the results you need. 
• Sharp writing skills. The role will require you to draft content for all of our digital channels, ranging from Instagram captions to 500-word blog posts, distilling complex ideas into digestible content for digital audiences.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment. The digital coordinator will have to work with various departments, with partner organizations, and with the Director of Communications in order to stay abreast of our various programs and aligned with our overall messaging strategy.

COMPENSATION

The salary for this position is based on years of experience with a range of $55,836-$71,874. TCRP also offers excellent benefits, professional development opportunities and a deep commitment to a meaningful work-life balance.

BENEFITS

• We offer a broad range of benefits, including:
• Four weeks paid vacation (prorated upon date of hire), up to sixteen weeks paid family leave (following a six month probationary period), paid sick time, and extensive holidays, including a two-week winter break at the end of the year and a wellness week in the summer.
• Employer paid healthcare coverage for you and your dependents, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401K retirement plan
• Annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops

INCLUSION AND NON-DISCRIMINATION

TCRP is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives and contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment from candidates of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, religions, abilities, and backgrounds. Research shows that while men apply for positions when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women, Black people, people of color and other underrepresented groups only apply when they check every box. If you feel like this is the position for you even though you don’t check every box please apply, you could be exactly what we’re looking for!

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via Submittable. 

POSITION TITLE:    Summer Law Clerk

SUPERVISOR:          Legal Director

DATE EFFECTIVE:   We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by February 1, 2025.

LOCATION:   Position will primarily be remote in Texas

TRAVEL:        (Moderate)

JOB CLASSIFICATION:  Temporary (2025 Summer Law Clerk)

SALARY TIER LEVEL: TCRP expects law clerks to apply for school credit or school funding if possible, but will ensure all law clerks are compensated for their work with a set stipend if no other funding is available.

BARGAINING UNION ELIGIBILITY: Non-Union

ABOUT THE TEXAS CIVIL RIGHTS PROJECT

At TCRP, we are Texas lawyers for Texas communities. We use our unique community lawyering model to empower Texas communities and create the policy changes necessary for a fairer, more just Texas. In our 30+ year history, we have brought thousands of strategic lawsuits, defending voting rights, reforming systems of criminal (in)justice, and fighting for the rights of immigrant families and those in our borderland communities. Our efforts have helped countless low-income and otherwise marginalized Texans and have widely advanced equality and justice. Today — with dozens of high-caliber attorneys and professionals around the state and an extensive network of pro bono counsel and community allies —TCRP is among the most influential civil rights organizations in Texas.

TCRP comprises three regional offices across Texas with over 40 employees and an annual budget of over $7 million dollars. TCRP currently operates under a hybrid work policy, allowing remote work from anywhere in Texas and requiring travel and in-person attendance for specified work activities. The in-person activities are typically based out of any of the Texas Civil Rights Projects locations: Alamo (in the Rio Grande Valley), Austin, and Houston. We are proud of our work, welcome innovative thinkers, and offer flexibility to different people’s styles and strengths. Learn more at https://txcivilrights.org/.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OR PROGRAM

We are Texas lawyers for Texas communities, boldly serving the movement for equality and justice in and out of the courts. We use our tools of litigation and legal advocacy to protect and advance the civil rights of everyone in Texas and we partner with communities across the state to serve the rising movement for social justice. In our thirty four year history, we have brought thousands of strategic lawsuits to protect and expand voting rights, challenge the injustices in our broken criminal justice system, and advance racial and economic justice.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Texas Civil Rights Project is seeking positive, motivated, balanced, well-organized individuals to serve as law clerks in our Beyond Borders, Criminal Injustice, or Voting Rights Programs for the 2025 summer term. TCRP is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic team and women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Our law clerks are a critical part of the TCRP team and will assist our attorneys with every aspect of our work, from investigating potential cases, crafting strategic advocacy plans and preparing complaints to assisting with discovery, briefing dispositive motions and trying cases in federal and state court.

We are seeking highly motivated and passionate Summer Law Clerks to join our dynamic team. As a Law Clerk, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in civil rights law and contribute to meaningful projects that have a positive impact on society. Under the supervision of experienced attorneys, you will assist with legal research, drafting legal documents, and supporting advocacy efforts on a variety of civil rights issues.

We ask that students commit to at least 400 hours of work over the course of the summer. This is a remote position with the option to work from one of our offices (Austin, Houston, and Alamo).

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Conduct legal research on various civil rights issues.
• Assist with drafting legal memoranda, briefs, and other documents.
• Review and analyze case law, statues, and regulations.
• Participate in meetings, hearings, and court proceedings.
• Support attorneys with case management and trial preparation.
• Contribute to community outreach and education initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled in an accredited law school program.
• Strong academic record with a demonstrated interest in civil rights law.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast paced environment.
• Commitment to social justice and advancing civil rights for all individuals. With a passion for TCRP’s mission.
• Self-reliant and motivated with exceptional written and oral communication skills. 
• Previous experience or coursework in civil rights, constitutional law, or related fields is preferred but not required.

BENEFITS

• Hand-on experience in civil rights law and advocacy.
• Mentorship from experienced attorneys and legal professionals.
• Networking opportunities with great legal minds and  leaders in the civil rights community.
• Meaningful contribution to important social justice initiatives.
• Stipend or academic credit may be available depending on funding.

INCLUSION AND NON-DISCRIMINATION

TCRP is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives and contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment from candidates of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.  Research shows that while men apply for positions when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women, Black people, people of color and other underrepresented groups only apply when they check every box. If you feel like this is the position for you even though you don’t check every box please apply, you could be exactly what we’re looking for!

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume, writing sample of (5-10 pages,) and list of references to the following link: LINK HERE. In your cover letter, please explain your interest in civil rights law and how your skills and experiences align with the responsibilities of the position. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until February 18, 2025. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

POSITION TITLE:    Legislative Coordinator Position (Short-Term Employment)

SUPERVISOR:      Associate Policy Director 

DATE EFFECTIVE:   We will review applications on a rolling basis and give priority to applications submitted by December 31, 2024

LOCATION:    Position will be primarily remote in Texas 

TRAVEL:        (Moderate)

JOB CLASSIFICATION:  Temporary

SALARY TIER LEVEL:$51,084 - $67,122

BARGAINING UNION ELIGIBILITY: Not Union Eligible 

ABOUT THE TEXAS CIVIL RIGHTS PROJECT

At TCRP, we are Texas lawyers for Texas communities. We use our unique community lawyering model to empower Texas communities and create the policy changes necessary for a fairer, more just Texas. In our 30+ year history, we have brought thousands of strategic lawsuits, defending voting rights, reforming systems of criminal (in)justice, and fighting for the rights of immigrant families and those in our borderland communities. Our efforts have helped countless low-income and otherwise marginalized Texans and have widely advanced equality and justice. Today — with dozens of high-caliber attorneys and professionals around the state and an extensive network of pro bono counsel and community allies —TCRP is among the most influential civil rights organizations in Texas.

TCRP comprises three regional offices across Texas with over 40 employees and an annual budget of over $7 million dollars. TCRP currently operates under a hybrid work policy, allowing remote work from anywhere in Texas and requiring travel and in-person attendance for specified work activities. The in-person activities are typically based out of any of the Texas Civil Rights Projects locations: Alamo (in the Rio Grande Valley), Austin, and Houston. We are proud of our work, welcome innovative thinkers, and offer flexibility to different people’s styles and strengths. Learn more at https://txcivilrights.org/.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OR PROGRAM

At TCRP, we are Texas lawyers for Texas communities. We use legal advocacy and litigation to empower Texas communities and create change. Today — with dozens of high-caliber attorneys and professionals around the state and an extensive network of pro bono counsel and community allies — TCRP is among the most influential civil rights organizations in Texas. We are proud of our work, welcome innovative thinkers, and offer flexibility to people’s unique styles and strengths.

In recent years the Texas Legislature has embarked on an aggressive campaign to restrict civil rights in the Lone Star State. As a result, TCRP has become more involved in the legislative process to protect the basic freedoms of all Texans – especially those of marginalized communities whose voices are rarely heard in the halls of power. As the Texas progressive movement’s go-to lawyers, we can support advocacy in the Legislature in ways that almost no other organization can – such as by empowering grassroots organizations with quick and detailed analyses of complicated bills, spotting obscure opportunities in legislative rules and processes for effective advocacy, expanding the diversity of existing coalitions by bringing new groups into the fold, and uniting the movement behind joint advocacy efforts.

In anticipation of new attacks on civil rights during the 89th Legislative Session that begins in January 2025, we are seeking a Legislative Coordinator to build and operate the infrastructure of our legislative program. The Legislative Coordinator will hold primary responsibility for tracking bills and key relationships; coordinating internal and external meetings; representing TCRP in certain coalition spaces; assisting with legislative session-related education and other public materials; and providing other key administrative functions for this body of work. This position is a term position that will end on June 15, 2025, with a possible extension to include one or more Special Sessions. To apply, please follow application details within this link.

ABOUT THE POSITION

This position is a short-term employment position that will end on June 15, 2025, with a possible extension to include one or more Special Sessions. Some travel to other parts of the state will be required as needed for the position and will be reimbursed accordingly. The Legislative Coordinator will be directly supervised by TCRP’s Associate Director of Policy.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Track bills and key relationships with legislative and grassroots allies;
• Coordinate internal and external meetings;
• Represent TCRP in coalition spaces related to legislative advocacy;
• Assist with legislative session-related education and other public materials;
• Coordinate with members of all three TCRP legal programs doing legislative work to ensure they have the tools they need to perform their work and that our teams are not working at cross purposes;
• Develop relationships with partner organizations, legislative members and staff, and other legislative stakeholders;
• Monitor legislative hearings; and
• Provide other key administrative functions for this body of work

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working on progressive issues, including in particular in the Texas Legislature or in local Texas government
• Strong experience in community or labor organizing or working on political campaigns
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in the Google Suite – particularly Google Sheets – and Microsoft Excel. Experience with the Telicon legislative tracking tool and Texas Legislature Online is a plus
• Ability to take initiative, solve problems, and quickly jump onto urgent matters as they come up
• Ability to build strong relationships across diverse communities—including in particular communities of color, persons with disabilities, and immigrant communities—and across different teams internally
• Ability to get people to take action, including being able to tell a compelling story about why this work is important
• Can juggle and prioritize across multiple projects without dropping any balls
• Can spot opportunities and jump on them
• An understanding of the civil rights landscape in Texas, and a passion to make it better
• Ability to read, write, and speak a language other than English is a plus
• Ability to occasionally work outside of traditional business hours to meet the needs of a busy legislative session

COMPENSATION

The salary for this position is based on years of experience with a range of $51,084 - $67,122. TCRP also offers excellent benefits, professional development opportunities and a deep commitment to a meaningful work-life balance.

BENEFITS

We offer a broad range of benefits, including:

• Four weeks paid vacation (prorated upon date of hire), up to sixteen weeks paid family leave (following a six month probationary period), paid sick time, and extensive holidays, including a two-week winter break at the end of the year and a wellness week in the summer.
• Employer paid healthcare coverage for you and your dependents, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401K retirement plan
• Annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops

INCLUSION AND NON-DISCRIMINATION

TCRP is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives and contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment from candidates of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.  Research shows that while men apply for positions when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women, Black people, people of color and other underrepresented groups only apply when they check every box. If you feel like this is the position for you even though you don’t check every box please apply, you could be exactly what we’re looking for!

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit your cover letter and current resume to the following link: https:/texascivilrightsproject.submittable.com/submit.