Policy Director

Asian Law Caucus

Policy Director leading legislative advocacy and coalition strategy for Asian Law Caucus, the nation’s first legal organization advancing API civil rights. Driving economic equity, immigrant justice, and inclusive democracy.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $143,147 - $170,925 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in public policy development, advocacy strategies, and legislative processes, with a strong focus on low-income Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and engage with diverse stakeholders to drive policy initiatives and organizational goals.

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Public Policy DevelopmentAdvocacy Strategy ImplementationLegislative Process KnowledgeTeam Management and SupervisionStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Policy Memo ProductionLegislative AnalysisBudget ManagementGrant ReportingAdvocacy Material Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsFacilitation SkillsMentorship and Coaching

Tools & Technologies

Legislative Tracking SystemsBudget Tracking Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

J.D.MPPMPA

Industry Keywords

Low-Income API CommunitiesGrassroots AdvocacyCoalition BuildingLobbying CompliancePolitical Landscape Assessment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the direction, development, and execution of ALC’s policy priorities on local, state, and federal issues impacting low-income Asian American and Pacific Islander communities
Develop and lead a robust policy strategy and legislative agenda aligned with ALC’s strategic priorities
Produce policy memos, legislative analyses, factsheets, FAQs, explainers, testimony, and position letters
Lead collaborative development, implementation, and evaluation of policy goals and advocacy strategies
Integrate policy work with litigation, communications, and community engagement strategies
Oversee state and federal legislative and budget tracking systems
Track legislation and budget items and ensure timely submission of position letters and advocacy materials
Lead and manage participation in local, state, and national policy coalitions
Convene partners around key policy priorities and position ALC as a policy thought leader and trusted convenor
Develop and sustain relationships with elected officials, legislative staff, government agencies, and coalition partners
Position ALC and senior leadership for high-level external engagement
Ensure compliance with lobbying registration, reporting, and disclosure requirements
Serve on the Senior Leadership Team and contribute to organizational strategy and decision-making
Develop and manage the policy department’s annual budget
Assist with fundraising, grant reporting, and funder engagement
Recruit, hire, and supervise policy team staff
Develop staff through coaching, mentorship, individualized growth planning, 1:1s, and performance conversations
Provide formal and informal training to program staff, including attorneys
Develop tools, trainings, and systems that build organization-wide policy capacity

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D., MPP, MPA, or equivalent and substantive experience in at least one of ALC’s core issue areas
At least eight (8) years of experience and deep knowledge of public policy, advocacy, and the legislative process
3 to 5 years of experience managing and supervising staff, and leading a team
Demonstrated track record creating and implementing advocacy and/or legislative strategies, ideally in an “in-house” role within a complex organization
Ability to translate complex law and policy into easily digestible materials for a lay audience
Demonstrated political savvy and ability to assess legislative and political landscapes, power dynamics, and strategic timing
Demonstrated commitment to building power for and with grassroots communities
Knowledge of current issues impacting low-income API & AMEMSA communities, including key organizations, elected offices, and agencies
Excellent verbal, analytical, writing, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work flexible hours and respond promptly to urgent requests and fast-moving developments
Sincere commitment to work collaboratively with staff, board members, volunteers, community groups, donors, program participants, and other supporters
Statewide travel required; some domestic travel expected
Submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample of no more than ten (10) pages, and three professional references, including at least two direct supervisors

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous vacation and paid holidays
Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage
ALC pays 100% of premiums for employees and 75% for qualified dependents
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Commuter benefits
401(k) retirement plan with employer non-elective contribution and match
Two annual retreats
Anniversary celebration dinner
Domestic travel to external stakeholder, funder, partner meetings and convenings