Develop and lead UnCommon Law's multi-year legislative and policy advocacy strategy, aligning priorities, goals, and success measures with the organizational mission, strategic plan, and long-term systems change objectives.
Identify, evaluate, and advance opportunities for parole reform and related policy change through legislative, regulatory, administrative, and budget advocacy pathways, adapting strategy in response to political developments, emerging opportunities, and risks.
Position UnCommon Law as a leading voice on parole reform and representation by shaping policy strategy, thought leadership, and external influence at the state and national levels.
Lead the development and advancement of legislation, amendments, regulatory comments, policy proposals, and advocacy campaigns that further UnCommon Law's policy priorities.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with legislators, legislative staff, executive branch officials, agencies, the Board of Parole Hearings, coalition partners, and other key stakeholders to advance advocacy goals.
Represent UnCommon Law in legislative hearings, policy events, working groups, and other external advocacy forums, serving as a spokesperson when appropriate.
Lead efforts including legislative negotiations, stakeholder engagements, and educational opportunities for policymakers and decision-makers designed to advance legislative priorities and strengthen understanding of parole and parole reform.

5+ years of combined federal or state legislative and administrative advocacy experience, ideally in nonprofit or advocacy settings.
Strong experience supervising staff and managing team operations, including work planning, project management, budgeting, communication systems, and accountability structures that support effective execution of organizational priorities.
Deep knowledge of California legislative processes and political landscape (or equivalent experience working with state legislatures).
Strong communication, leadership, relationship and coalition-building skills.
Proven ability to work in diverse coalitions and with partnering organizations, and ability to grow these relationships.
Evidence of volunteer or work experience supporting the core values of UnCommon Law’s mission.
Experience working in policy, advocacy, or legal service contexts, particularly related to parole reform, decarceration, criminal legal reform, and/or reentry landscapes.

100% Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees and covers 75% for dependents.
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) of $200/month in reimbursable funds for therapeutic expenses.
Flexible time off policy and close for two weeks from late December to early January each year.
Generous family leave policy.
Flexible hours.
FSA and retirement plans.
Regular access to training and clinical support.
13 paid holidays and 12 days of sick leave.

Co-Director of Policy and Advocacy – Legislative Strategy

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