Compliance Counsel

About the Role:

Over the last five years, attacks on our democracy have intensified. Deliberate barriers to voting, intimidation of election workers, and the erosion of public confidence in our elections have become central tactics in a sustained attempt to seize — and hold onto — power. In the face of these relentless attacks, All Voting is Local and its affiliate organization, All Voting is Local Action, are leaders in the nonpartisan fight to protect our democracy by expanding access to the ballot at the state and local level.

All Voting seeks a Compliance Counsel who will be responsible for ensuring programmatic compliance for All Voting is Local (AVL) a 501(c)(3) and All Voting is Local Action (AVLA) 501(c)(4). This role will be critical in the risk management of both All Voting and All Voting is Local Action by effectively gathering and critically assessing key information while collaborating with leadership and staff to provide compliance guidance that protects the organization from risk. 

About Us: 

At All Voting is Local, our north star is a democracy that brings people in, instead of one built on the notion that people should be kept out—bold by design because we aim to transform the systems that govern our democracy to include everyone. This commitment to building an inclusive, accessible, and equitable democracy drives both our long-term vision and our day-to-day work.

All Voting is Local works year-round with our partners to prevent partisan interference in our elections, advance fair and inclusive rules on voter registration, and remove barriers that make it more difficult for people to vote – particularly for Black, Brown, Native American, and other historically marginalized communities. As a multi-state organization with a national presence and resources, we build connections between state and national advocacy groups so that local voices and perspectives inform the national conversation around voter access. 

All Voting is Local’s (c)4 affiliate, All Voting is Local Action, advocates for policies and legislative priorities that expand voter access and prevent partisan interference in our elections.

All Voting is Local and All Voting is Local Action are on the ground in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. During the 2024 cycle, All Voting programs expanded access for over 13 million voters.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify and understand legal compliance regulations applicable to All Voting and AVL Action, specifically in their work and advocacy activities related to election administration and election policy advocacy, including federal and state laws and regulations that apply to lobbying, political activity, and ballot measure activity.
• Advise and ensure leadership and staff are aware of compliance requirements and actual or potential compliance issues, and work with them to meet legal and organizational standards.
• Establish and maintain standard operating procedures related to compliance including hosting and executing trainings for staff and  overseeing relevant federal, state and local lobbying and campaign finance registrations and filings. 
• Review, draft, edit, and provide compliance recommendations on organizational strategy, and any external facing communication (i.e. public statements, social media, press releases).
• Provide thought leadership and partnership to leadership and stakeholders to critically assess and implement compliance matters and solutions. 
• Oversee compliance with state and local regulations related to lobbying, campaign finance, and electoral engagement. 
• When needed, conduct legal research into compliance-related questions, and identify when further guidance may be needed from outside legal counsel.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited university and active bar license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 
• Five plus (5+) years of experience with a minimum of three (3) years of direct, hands-on experience in applying relevant federal, state, and local nonprofit compliance requirements in organizations with 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) structures.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills with a strong ability to facilitate collaborative problem-solving to reach solutions.
• Strong communications skills, including the following:
  • Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to and appreciation for diverse viewpoints, different communication styles, and diverse colleagues and collaborators.
  • Strong written, verbal, and listening skills. Ability to present expertise in a manner that is accessible and inclusive.
  • Ability to effectively manage expectations and follow through on commitments.
• Strong project management skills with a high attention to detail; proven success in working across multiple partners and groups (internally and externally) leading significant and complex planning efforts.
• Experience working in a fast paced, at times demanding, work environment to effectively synthesize, present, and follow through on critical matters with exceptional judgment and calm under pressure.
• Ability to travel, on occasion, to All Voting’s DC office and for retreats or other organizational needs; may require evening and weekend working hours during critical and/or peak periods.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Interest in and general knowledge of voting rights issues, elections, or civic engagement.
• Experience with lobbying or campaign finance reporting. 
• Experience working in a remote/distributed environment.

Employee Benefits:

The salary range for this role is $135,000 - $166,000. All Voting also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: 

● Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance. 

● Life, short-term disability, and AD&D insurance 

● Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 

● 403(b) Retirement Account with a 6.5% direct employer contribution

● Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

● Monthly tech stipend 

● Generous paid time off policies that include: 

○ Wellness Days 

○ Vacation Days 

○ Sick Days 

○ Personal Leave 

○ Paid Parental Leave

Role-Specific Competencies: 

All Voting has adopted a competency-based approach to job definition, hiring, performance assessment, and professional development. The following are our role specific competencies and examples of how they manifest for this role. 

1. Accountability - Acts with a clear sense of ownership. Takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and errors. Follows through on commitments, implements decisions that have been agreed upon, and makes sure others do the same. Self advocates and partners to find viable solutions for coaching, resources, tools, and learning and development. Is reliable and responsive. Recognizes the impact of one’s behavior and actions on others. 

2. Mutual Respect - Values and celebrates differences. Recognizes, acknowledges, and integrates diverse experiences, styles, backgrounds, and perspectives. Shows up to meetings/events/calls prepared and on time. Listen to understand. Is authentically curious and asks questions to foster trust and collaboration. Shows appreciation for others and acknowledges contributions. 

3. Solutions Oriented - Identifies the source of a question or challenge and provides the appropriate, or a better, way of doing things. Effectively and creatively thinks, evaluates, analyzes, and decides clearly and quickly, in such a way that helps solve a problem. Consistently focuses on problem solving instead of seeking blame or what ifs. Is inclusive with approach. Consider who are the stakeholders and resources to effectively design and execute the potential solutions. 

4. Sound Judgment - Exercises critical thinking, analysis and assessment of implications, identification of patterns, making connections of underlying issues, and takes ownership of the outcome. Knows when to escalate and/or invite others. Is able to take a pause to reflect and/or pivot. Takes calculated risks. Is aware of and challenges biases in themselves. Seeks diversity and differences in opinions. Leverages experiences (successes and especially failures) to inform and refine decision making as well as to inform delivery tone, time, and place in sharing information. 

How To Apply:

Don’t meet every single requirement?  Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At All Voting is Local, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in this role description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.