Careers

Separation of Powers Attorney

Work From Anywhere in the U.S.

You: An entrepreneurial freedom fighter with a passion for, and experience in, administrative law or civil litigation. You find and win cutting-edge civil rights cases across the country. You will become a national spokesperson for separation of powers—you will speak at conferences, engage the media, and publish scholarship on the structural protections of the Constitution, agency abuse, and the proper role of government. You will fight the administrative state. You are a self-starter, natural leader, and willing collaborator who will elevate PLF attorneys to be the best litigators in the nation. You have a demonstrated dedication to public interest law and civil rights throughout your career.

Them: Federal and state agencies that are abusing their power and stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s no shortage of agencies that ignore the constitutional separation of powers. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in, and passionate for, the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the United States Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 litigated at the Court—including THREE victories last term. We also have more than a hundred active cases across the nation.

We are a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game.

Here’s what you get to do in this role:

You will generate and lead high-profile cases in PLF’s Separation of Powers Program. PLF’s separation of powers litigation is unparalleled. We’ve won multiple cases before the Supreme Court, guaranteeing individuals their day in court when faced with ruinous fines or even criminal liability. In the past year alone, our Separation of Powers litigators have won cases: wholly eliminating agency deference in Ohio, enjoining a federal minimum-wage regulation, and stopping the CFPB from exceeding its authority.

You will find and win the next important Supreme Court case enforcing individuals’ rights through the Constitution’s structural protections. Your ideas will help shape PLF strategy by identifying and litigating emerging separation of powers theories. And you will be recognized as a nationwide leader on administrative and constitutional law: giving speeches, attending conferences, appearing on radio and television, and publishing op-eds and scholarly articles on these issues.

You will work on teams with junior and senior attorneys, providing your expertise and knowledge and elevating the talent and skill of our attorneys. You will have the latitude to think big and the resources to execute. You will be at the forefront of shaping the enforcement of the Constitution for all Americans.

In a nutshell, we’re seeking someone who’s passionate about liberty, the Constitution, and administrative law, someone who is confident and magnanimous, and someone who is a bold and relentless freedom fighter.

Getting down to brass tacks, your specific job duties likely will include:

• Finding, developing, litigating—and winning—important separation of powers cases.
• Advocating for separation of powers both philosophically and practically. Speaking with organizations, trade groups, academia, and media to advance PLF’s strategic goals. (A deep knowledge of the moral and constitutional basis for the Constitution’s structural protections is a huge plus.)
• Writing persuasive pieces for both scholarly and lay audiences. Drafting op-eds, journal articles, and blog posts.
• Leading and joining other attorneys into battle and helping to set the agenda of the next years of PLF’s separation of powers program.

This role is ideal for someone with:

• Experience litigating administrative law and/or civil rights cases
• A track record of successful litigation
• Outstanding interpersonal communications skills
• A knowledge of, and passion for, the ideas of freedom and individual liberty
• A willingness to travel

About Pacific Legal Foundation

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of the staff work from home offices across the country. You can work physically in any of our offices or request to work virtually.

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies. We have a flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work environment. We take pride in investing in your future and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, tenacious, and determined to succeed in positively shaping the future of our country and restoring real limits on government power. Join us. 

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:

• Your resume, including your experience in the liberty movement and relevant professional experience
• A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, and what distinguishes you from typical applicants

Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.

Questions can be directed to Stephanie Keaveney, Senior Manager of Outreach at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: Stephanie@talentmarket.org.

There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.

While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.

Talent Market is a nonprofit entity dedicated to promoting liberty by helping free-market nonprofits identify talent for critical roles. We provide consulting and recruiting services at no cost to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom, free enterprise, free trade, free speech, property rights, rule of law, and limited regulation.

Digital Marketing Specialist

You: You’re passionate about marketing, detail-oriented, and driven to be part of a fast-moving, creative team working to advance individual liberty. A related degree or early field experience introduced you to various marketing platforms, tools, and channels, and you’re seeking an opportunity to sharpen your skills with collaborative, real-world application and opportunity for growth. You are familiar with building, optimizing and reporting on Meta and GDN campaigns, understand SEO best practices, are comfortable working in WordPress, have some experience working in CRMs like Active Campaign or Pardot, and understand comprehensive inbound and outbound marketing strategy.  

Them: Bureaucrats, city councils, mayors, governors, and federal agencies stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s a lot of government overreach out there, and it’s backed by seemingly endless resources. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in, and passionate for, the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF. 

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the U.S. Supreme Court, with 18 out of 20 cases won at the Court. We also have more than a hundred active cases across the nation. 

We are a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next-generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game.

Here’s what you get to do in this role: 

You’ll collaborate across the communication team on strategy, messaging, and campaign execution across various platforms, leveraging your growing understanding of digital marketing to help PLF reach and connect with our target audiences.  

You’ll become the organization’s go-to person for managing and publishing website content, including high-stakes webpages about new PLF lawsuits, as well as creating emails and other communications assets.

You’ll learn to use industry-leading technology, including Pardot, Salesforce, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and Adobe Creative Cloud.

Getting down to brass tacks, your specific job duties likely will include: 

• Building, testing and launching campaigns in Pardot/Salesforce; including using the drag and drop builder to create various emails and landing pages from provided content,  

• Publishing, testing, and launching provided web content using WordPress custom post types 

•  Updating web content to ensure our visitors always have access to the newest information 

• Optimizing content for search engines and identifying new opportunities to capture search audiences 

• Measuring results to fuel new ideas and make data-informed recommendations 

To succeed in this role, you’ll need: 

• A passion for marketing.  

• Some practice experience or a relevant degree field (communications, marketing, etc.). 

• Entry-level experience using WordPress or another CMS system. 

• Entry-level experience using an email marketing program. 

• Patience for juggling competing priorities. 

• Knowledge of Google Analytics, Pardot, and/or Adobe software is a plus. 
• A big appetite for growth.  

About Pacific Legal Foundation

 Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion. 

 As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of the staff work from home offices across the country.  

 Because this role is an opportunity for growth and requires significant training, we prefer a candidate willing to work out of PLF’s Arlington office for at least one year. 

To apply:

If you think you might be a good fit, submit the following application materials in one PDF at the link below. 

• Your resume, including your experience in the liberty movement and relevant professional experience. 

• A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, and what distinguishes you from typical applicants. 

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies. We have a flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work environment. We take pride in investing in your future and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, tenacious, and determined to succeed in positively shaping the future of our country and restoring real limits on government power. Join us. 

Events Manager

You: You’re passionate about designing event content that educates and engages diverse audiences, and you’re eager to put your skills to work developing unique programs that engage a broad portfolio of audiences on PLF’s legal work in a tangible way. Most importantly, you’re not content with maintaining the status quo and have big ideas about how to educate, engage, and inspire our audiences with both in-person and virtual programming.

Them: Bureaucrats, city councils, mayors, governors, and federal agencies stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s a lot of government overreach out there, and it’s backed by seemingly endless resources. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in and passionate for the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the United States Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 cases heard by the Court. We also have more than a hundred active cases across the nation.

We are a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game.

About the Events Manager Role:

You’ll work across the organization to identify and capitalize on opportunities for PLF to advance the national conversation on our areas of expertise. Then, you’ll be responsible for designing programming that spurs deep discussion, inspires action, and invites participants to carefully consider legal and policy issues. In essence, your job is to design industry-leading conversations about some of our country’s most pressing issues. You’ll work in collaboration with the events team and communications strategists to develop a comprehensive portfolio of programming that advances PLF’s legal, public education, and legislative goals. This includes both in-person and virtual programming ranging from hour-long webinars to multi-day conferences, seminars, and experimental event models.

In practice, your specific job duties will likely include:

• Identifying opportunities for events that support PLF’s communication strategy, litigation goals, and policy priorities, with an eye towards engaging the full spectrum of our target audience segments
• Developing creative, out-of-the-box event content and programming, in collaboration with internal experts
• Manage front-end event development, from conception to implementation
• Drafting event proposals & run-of-show outlines
• Analyzing event performance and using data-driven insights to inform future programming
• Assisting with day-of event logistics, as needed

This role is ideal for someone with:

• At least 3 years of experience in events, curriculum development, or similar
• Experience pitching & developing creative, engaging event programming
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience crafting content for internal and external audiences, and the ability to adapt tone and style for diverse platforms and audiences
• Ability to juggle multiple projects at once and collaborate effectively with large, complex project teams
• A solutions-oriented, decision-making mindset
• A demonstrated interest in, and knowledge of, contemporary legal and/or policy issues—as well as thought leaders in these areas
• Ability to work effectively & respectfully with individuals across the political spectrum
• Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and experience in digital marketing platforms such as Pardot and Salesforce would be a plus
• Willing to travel up to 25% of the year

About Pacific Legal Foundation:

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of the staff work from home offices across the country. You can work physically in any of our offices or request to work virtually.

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies. We have a flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work environment. We take pride in investing in your future and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, tenacious, and determined to succeed in positively shaping the future of our country and restoring real limits on government power. Join us.

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:

• Cover letter describing your interest in the position, alignment with the mission of Pacific Legal Foundation, location preferences, and salary requirements
• Résume

Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/

Questions can be directed to Savannah Rupp, Project Manager at Talent Market, who is managing the search: savannah@talentmarket.org.

There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.

While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.

Talent Market is a nonprofit entity dedicated to promoting liberty by helping free-market nonprofits identify talent for critical roles. We provide consulting and recruiting services at no cost to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom, free enterprise, free trade, free speech, property rights, rule of law, and limited regulation.

Graphic Designer

You: You are a tastemaker. You know the rules of composition, color theory, texture, and information hierarchy and can apply them to any medium—be it photography, illustration, or an event. You also know when to break those rules. But the one rule you never break is brand consistency. You understand that every piece of content needs to be in spiritual harmony with a company’s personality. Perhaps you have a few years of graphic design under your belt and aspire to be an art director someday. Or maybe you’re an experienced designer seeking a better work-life balance than an agency can provide. If you’re our person, this role will be adjusted to you.

Them: Bureaucrats, city councils, mayors, governors, and federal agencies stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s a lot of government overreach out there, and it’s backed by seemingly endless resources. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in, and passionate for, the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the U.S. Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 cases litigated at the Court. We also have more than a hundred active cases across the nation.

We are a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next-generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game.

Here’s what you get to do in this role:

You’ll help PLF differentiate from its competition and increase its reputation amongst audiences. You’ll own PLF’s design queue, assigning projects to external designers as needed to hit deadlines. You’ll execute bold designs for projects as lean as postcards and t-shirts to as large as a Las Vegas takeover for UFC 300. You’ll develop your skills, learning from the best in the world. With you in this role, PLF will draw new attention and become a more effective champion for our clients and for liberty.

Getting down to brass tacks, your specific job duties likely will include:

• Supporting the brand director in an upcoming brand refresh, including the redesign of existing brand assets.
• Designing new assets, including publications, advertising, webpages, social media assets, apparel, and more.
• Managing and prioritizing the design workflow, ensuring all assets are delivered on time.
• Onboarding and supervising external designers, to supplement and extend your personal capacity.
• Concepting visual themes and mood boards for omnichannel campaigns and larger projects.
• Organizing various design deliverables and image formats on our internal cloud storage platform.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• A passion for visual storytelling.
• Background in graphic design/digital illustration.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with the Adobe Creative Suite.
• An excitement for concepting original ideas and taking bold creative swings.
• Basic experience in photography and photo-editing encouraged, but not required.

About Pacific Legal Foundation:

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of the staff work from home offices across the country. You can work physically in any of our offices or request to work virtually.

If you think you might be a good fit, submit the following application materials:

• Your resume
• A link to your design portfolio
• A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, and what distinguishes you from typical applicants

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies. We have a flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work environment. We take pride in investing in your future and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, tenacious, and determined to succeed in positively shaping the future of our country and restoring real limits on government power. Join us.

Social Media Marketer

Work From Anywhere in the U.S.

You: You are passionate about advancing liberty and want to speak directly to a growing audience. You’re a marketing-savvy storyteller who knows how to catch someone’s attention with a social media post. Your friends would probably classify you as “too online”—you’re fluent in the language, norms, trends, and memes of X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and Reddit. You’re creative, willing to push boundaries, and unafraid to engage with influencers in legal, policy, media, and advocacy spaces.

Them: Bureaucrats, city councils, mayors, governors, and federal agencies stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s a lot of government overreach out there, and it’s backed by seemingly endless resources. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in, and passionate for, the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the U.S. Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 cases litigated at the Court. We also have more than a hundred active cases across the nation.

We are a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next-generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game.

Here’s what you get to do in this role:

You’ll get audiences excited about and invested in PLF’s cases, policy work, and mission, growing the organization’s social media audience and mobilizing them to take actions. You’ll turn case stories into pithy posts and threads, drawing on PLF’s incredible database of client interviews, photography, film, and legal documents to create content that will draw outrage, sympathy, excitement, and support from existing followers and new prospects. You’ll draw inspiration from outside the nonprofit world—from cutting-edge ad campaigns, films, startups, and art—to put PLF’s social media program on the highest playing field. You won’t be afraid to disrupt the status quo; you’ll bring new ideas to PLF, along with a bias toward action. With you in this role, PLF will draw new attention and will become a bigger, more effective champion for our clients and for liberty.

The role is somewhat flexible and can be adjusted to accommodate your strengths and gaps in your knowledge. If you have graphic design experience, you’ll hit the ground running designing graphics for social channels. If you’re stronger at writing than design or video editing, we may adjust the scope of your responsibilities or offer you training.

Getting down to brass tacks, your specific job duties likely will include:

• Crafting content for X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram, including commissioning graphic design work.
• Managing a social media calendar, including identifying creative external opportunities to engage aligned audiences. (See PLF’s recent UFC campaign as an example.)
• Turning clips from PLF videos into eye-catching reels and YouTube shorts.
• Strategizing and executing new ways to grow our social media audience, including paid advertising and live conversations like X Spaces.
• Strategizing new social media, advertising, and incentive programs to generate leads.
• Using analytics to learn and report on our social media engagement and growth.
• Monitoring certain topics to show how PLF’s social media work has made or can make an impact on conversations.

This role is ideal for someone who has at least three years of experience growing audiences on social media platforms—in particular X, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn—and has used social media monitoring platforms (we use Hootsuite Insights). Experience with graphic design software—including Adobe Photoshop or Canva—and video editing software—including Adobe Premiere or iMovie—is a bonus.

About PLF

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of the staff work from home offices across the country. You can work physically in any of our offices or request to work virtually.

To Apply

If you think you might be a good fit, submit the following application materials in one PDF at the link below:

• Your resume, including your experience in the liberty movement and relevant professional experience.
• A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, and what distinguishes you from typical applicants.

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies. We have a flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work environment. We take pride in investing in your future and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, tenacious, and determined to succeed in positively shaping the future of our country and restoring real limits on government power. Join us.

Research Assistant

You: An inquisitive, organized, and self-motivated professional who knows the principles of liberty and seeks to advance them. You are collaborative, enjoy research, and have strong written and oral communication skills.

Them: Bureaucrats, city councils, mayors, governors, and federal agencies stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s a lot of government overreach out there, and it’s backed by seemingly endless resources. But fortunately, some legislators and other policymakers want guidance and help to make positive change. And like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in and passionate for the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the United States Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 cases litigated at the Court. We also have more than a hundred active cases across the nation, a growing number of legislative and administrative policy wins, and increasing engagement with thought leaders.

We are a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game.

Here’s what you get to do in this role:

You’ll work with the Constitutional Scholarship team, which develops and advances legal theories to prepare the ground for courts and policymakers to adopt PLF’s solutions. You’ll provide a mix of project coordination, research support, and administrative assistance, and report to the director of Constitutional Scholarship.

Your specific job duties likely will include:

• Providing research support for journal articles, opinion pieces, podcasts, and other projects produced by Constitutional Scholarship fellows.
• Assisting with logistics for Capitol Hill briefings, workshops, and other events and submitting and tracking reimbursements for travel and other event expenses.
• Conducting research for legal policy reform efforts at the state and federal levels.
• Coordinating the publication process for research projects.
• Hiring and supervising interns.

Qualifications for this role include:

• 1-3 years of professional experience, including internships.
• Familiarity with PLF’s primary litigation areas.
• An understanding of contemporary policy debates.
• Superb organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and a high level of initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a track record of being a team player.
• Ability to travel 15-25%, depending on current location.
• Experience with Asana or similar project management tools is a plus.

This role is ideal for a part-time law student or someone with similar professional research experience. A self-starter in this role could take on increasing responsibilities, such as writing and other independent projects. Regular travel for events and to the Arlington, VA office will be required.

About Pacific Legal Foundation:

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, CA; Arlington, VA; and Palm Beach Gardens, FL, though approximately half of the staff work from home across the country. You can work physically in any of our offices or request to work virtually.

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies. We have a flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work environment. We take pride in investing in your future and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, tenacious, and determined to succeed in positively shaping the future of our country and restoring real limits on government power. Join us.

To Apply:

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:

• Your resume, including your experience in the liberty movement and relevant professional experience for the role.
• A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, and what distinguishes you from typical applicants.
• A writing sample.

Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.

Questions can be directed to Stephanie Keaveney, Senior Manager of Outreach at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: Stephanie@talentmarket.org.

There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.

While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.

Talent Market is a nonprofit entity dedicated to promoting liberty by helping free-market nonprofits identify talent for critical roles. We provide consulting and recruiting services at no cost to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom, free enterprise, free trade, free speech, property rights, rule of law, and limited regulation.

Media Manager

You: A skilled communicator with prior experience in media relations and a proven track record of developing relationships with media professionals. You live and breathe the news of the day and you know what makes the media tick. You constantly dream up new and creative ways to capture a journalist’s attention during a chaotic news cycle. You have a deep appreciation and passion for individual liberty.

Them: Bureaucrats, city councils, mayors, governors, and federal agencies stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s a lot of government overreach out there, and it’s backed by seemingly endless resources. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in, and passionate for the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the United States Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 cases litigated at the Court—so far. We have more than a hundred active cases nationwide and a growing number of legislative and administrative policy wins.

We are a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next-generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game.

Here’s what you get to do in this role:

You will be a critical member of our communications team, collaboratively working to build and maintain trusted, positive, and productive relationships with media outlets.

Your focus area will be PLF’s property rights program—defending the right to productively use private property without undue government interference.

The Media Manager position can be based in our Arlington, VA office or remotely. Remote candidates will be required at times to visit the Arlington office when needed. 

This role reports to the Media Director.

Your specific job duties will likely include:

• Building and maintaining friendly and productive relationships with reporters, bloggers, television bookers and producers, columnists, editorial staff, and legislative communication professionals
• Pitching PLF story ideas to the media
• Handling inbound press inquiries in coordination with the media team
• Tracking and responding to developing stories related to PLF issues
• Organizing press conferences, press availabilities, media briefings, teleconferences, and other press events
• Drafting press releases, advisories, talking points, blog content, position statements, and other written products, as needed
• Being the Scrum master for the media team, facilitating daily Scrum meetings, overseeing effective project management, and ensuring that each team member is on task and has what they need to complete their work, meetings, overseeing effective project management, and ensuring that each team member is on task and has what they need to complete their work.

This role is ideal for someone with:

• At least two years of experience in media relations; previous work with legal or government affairs is a plus
• Excellent communication skills—being able to write and speak concisely and persuasively
• The ability to handle multiple assignments at once, work quickly, and meet deadlines on time
• A team-oriented, can-do attitude, and the willingness to pitch in however needed
• Experience with Scrum project management, a proven track record as a Scrum master, or a strong understanding of Scrum methodology is preferred
• The ability to travel up to 10%
• Experience using project management software in a team setting (we use Asana)

About Pacific Legal Foundation:

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of the staff works from home offices across the country. Working from the Arlington, Virginia, office is a plus for this role, although candidates will be considered for work from any office or home office.

Minimal travel required, including attendance at two annual staff retreats (locations vary) and occasional press conferences.

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide and offers a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies. We have a flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work culture. We take pride in investing in your future and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, tenacious, and determined to succeed in positively shaping the future of our country and restoring real limits on government power. Join us. 

To Apply: 

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:

• Your resume, including your relevant professional experience
• A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, and what distinguishes you from typical applicants

Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/

Questions can be directed to Bailey Drouant, Outreach Manager at Talent Market, who is managing the search: bailey@talentmarket.org

There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.

While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.

Talent Market is a nonprofit entity dedicated to promoting liberty by helping free-market nonprofits identify talent for critical roles. We provide consulting and recruiting services at no cost to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom, free enterprise, free trade, free speech, property rights, rule of law, and limited regulation.

Foundation Relations Officer

Fully Remote • Work From Anywhere in the U.S.

You: A fundraising professional with a passion for liberty and winning. You’re a talented writer and meticulous editor who knows how to compose successful proposals and reports. And now you’re looking to join the grant-seeking efforts of a major organization dedicated to advancing liberty and reining in government overreach.

Them: Bureaucrats, city councils, mayors, governors, and federal agencies stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s a lot of government overreach out there, and it’s backed by seemingly endless resources. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in and passionate for the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public-interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the United States Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 litigated there. We also have more than a hundred active cases across the nation.

PLF is a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game. We want to win.

Here’s what you get to do in this role:

You will join PLF’s development team to secure funding from foundations and other grant makers who share our commitment to advancing individual liberty. You’ll apply your well-honed writing and messaging talents to craft successful proposals and reports tailored to the interests and requirements of the funders. To ensure sufficient financial resources for PLF’s ambitious growth plans, you will also use your considerable knowledge of the pro-liberty movement and likeminded foundations to identify and secure grants from new potential funders. As part of our grants team, you will compose letters, proposals, and reports, review and approve drafts, perform research, and meet with funders. You will have the latitude to think big and the resources to execute.

PLF wants you to be relentless, confident, and show passion toward individual liberty, freedom, and taking down the big, bad guy.

Summary:

The Foundation Relations Officer plays a key role in PLF’s development team efforts to secure funding from foundations and other grant makers who share our commitment to advancing individual liberty.

Primary Job Duties:

• Draft grant proposals (including letters of inquiry) and reports tailored to the specific needs and interests of grant funders.
• Revise proposals and grants after the review process and prepare them for final submission.
• Ensure timely completion of grant drafts and submissions.
• Work closely with PLF’s program staff (Litigation, Policy, Research, Scholarship, Communications, Outreach) to define projects for grant proposals. This includes developing and tracking project metrics and milestones for reporting purposes.
• Coordinate with PLF’s finance staff to develop project budgets for grant proposals and to track progress for reports.
• With team collaboration, devise and incorporate a plan for research and approach to new foundation prospects.
• In collaboration with the Director of Foundation Relations, Vice President for Development, and other staff as appropriate, craft and regularly refresh overall messaging strategy for use in proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports.
• Travel to meet with funders, prospects, and PLF staff functions (15% of time).

Essential Skills:

• Exceptional writing and editing skills—adept at translating complex ideas into accessible, persuasive copy.
• Strong ability to conceptualize and frame PLF’s work into compelling projects with tangible metrics.
• Solid project management skills to keep drafts moving, meet grant-related deadlines, and keep program staff on track with reporting.
• Familiarity with funders in the pro-liberty space.
• Knowledge of, and passion for, the ideas of freedom and individual liberty.

About Pacific Legal Foundation

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and in the court of public opinion.

A national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although half of the staff work from home offices across the country. You may work virtually or in any of our physical offices.

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies. We have a flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work environment. We take pride in investing in your future and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, tenacious, and determined to succeed in positively shaping the future of our country and restoring real limits on government power? Join us.

To Apply

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials:

• Your resume, including your experience in the liberty movement and relevant professional experience.
• A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, what distinguishes you from typical applicants, and your salary requirements.

There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled. While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.

General Application

You: Passionate about defending individual rights and promoting liberty, but don’t see a job available? We’re always looking for talented individuals who share our commitment to defending Property Rights, advocating for Separation of Powers, and believe in Equality and Opportunity. If you’re interested in exploring a potential role with Pacific Legal Foundation, we’d love to hear from you!

About Pacific Legal Foundation:

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of the staff works from home offices across the country. Candidates will be considered for work from any office or home office, on a per-role basis.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief application expressing your interest and how your skills align with our mission. Click ‘Apply’ button to proceed.