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Position Description

Position Overview

Position: Executive Director. Type: Full-time. Location: Based in metro Denver, CO, with flexible remote work and in-state travel. CCDB has a physical office and some in-person office time is required. Salary Range: $80,000–$100,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and retirement contributions. Start Date: October 1, 2025.

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Summary Of Responsibilities

The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of CCDB, responsible for overseeing the administration, programs, advocacy, membership, and strategic planning of the organization. The role reports to the Board of Directors and works closely with staff, volunteers, and key stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is committed to a progressive vision of criminal defense and values the work of criminal defense professionals. This individual will represent CCDB, supporting its values and vision while fostering strong, collaborative partnerships with the Board, committees, regional chapters, members, and other organizations with mutual goals. The Executive Director will work to further CCDB’s mission, carry out CCDB’s strategic plan, and increase CCDB’s scope of outreach and influence.

Candidates must be available for occasional evening and weekend work.

Specific Responsibilities Include

Leadership & Strategic Planning

Express and advance CCDB’s mission and values. Collaborate with the Board, committees, and members to implement the strategic plan. Represent CCDB in public settings, media appearances, and policy coalitions. Build coalitions with aligned organizations and social movements locally and nationally. Foster a culture of mutual respect, transparency, diversity, and teamwork in the organization.

Policy & Advocacy

Lead CCDB’s criminal justice policy efforts and supervise legislative strategy. Hire and manage contract lobbyists and staff supporting advocacy goals. Coordinate member engagement at the Capitol, including testimony and lobbying. Communicate with legislators, the Governor’s office, and other state leaders. Develop statewide grassroots strategies to advance CCDB’s reform priorities.

Operations & Organizational Management

Supervise and support staff and contractors, including hiring and performance reviews. Develop inclusion and diversity trainings across the organization. Delegate tasks and maintain clear communication among members, committees, volunteers, and the Board. Organize and schedule Board and committee meetings, events, and CLE programming. Maintain official records and documentation. Ensure information is up to date on the CCDB website.

Membership & Community Engagement

Oversee membership recruitment, retention, and engagement. Plan annual and periodic events, including fundraisers, awards ceremonies, and networking opportunities. Maintain an active social media presence and lead communications campaigns. Develop collaborative partnerships with organizations that share or support CCDB’s vision. Ensure strong and effective community outreach and organizing efforts. Distribute weekly electronic newsletters to the membership with case law summaries, upcoming events, and news.

Finance & Fundraising

Manage CCDB’s budget and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Prepare and oversee annual budgets and tax filings (Forms 990, 990-T, etc.). Execute contracts and ensure fiscal responsibility for the organization. Develop and diversify revenue streams, including membership dues, sponsorships, grants, and donor contributions. Seniority level Seniority levelExecutive Employment type Employment typeFull-time Job function Job functionLegal IndustriesNon-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at National Legal Aid & Defender Association by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Legal Director” roles. Denver, CO $85,000.00-$100,000.00 1 month ago Outreach Coordinator - Farm Worker Rights Division (2 year term)Federal |Transportation - Operations ManagerDirector and Senior Corporate Counsel, AMER Commerical Denver, CO $113,400.00-$133,900.00 2 weeks ago Denver, CO $276,200.00-$345,300.00 2 weeks ago Denver, CO $179,670.00-$253,644.00 3 weeks ago Fundraising Coordinator, Major Gifts & Planned GivingAssociate Attorney Family Law: Denver, CO Denver, CO $125,000.00-$174,000.00 3 weeks ago eDiscovery and Practice Support Technical Supervisor Aurora, CO $130,000.00-$150,000.00 1 day ago Chief Compliance Officer, Senior Legal Counsel Denver, CO $146,600.00-$215,300.00 2 days ago Assistant Attorney General - Corrections.Senior Claims Counsel - Financial Institutions/Public D&OHuman Resources Generalist - DEN Airport Denver, CO $70,000.00-$78,000.00 16 hours ago Denver, CO $120,000.00-$150,000.00 2 weeks ago Associate General Counsel, Product & Privacy Denver, CO $166,200.00-$304,700.00 5 days ago Aurora, CO $130,000.00-$150,000.00 1 day ago Denver, CO $150,000.00-$240,000.00 6 days ago Denver, CO $166,360.00-$234,864.00 3 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

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