The American Association for Justice (AAJ) works to preserve the constitutional right to trial by jury and to make sure people have a fair chance to seek justice when they are injured by the negligence or misconduct of others - even when it means taking on the most powerful corporations.

AAJ is seeking an Associate Director of Member Groups for its Membership department. The Associate Director of Member Groups is responsible for strengthening and growing member groups through coordinated acquisition and engagement strategies. This role blends data-driven acquisition, relationship-building, project management, and leadership to attract new members, retain existing ones, and strengthen member value.

The Associate Director works cross-functionally with all AAJ departments to ensure a cohesive member experience from first touch through long-term engagement.

Essential Duties include:   

• Oversee and coordinate member group programming and activities—including the Women Trial Lawyers Caucus, Minority Caucus, LGBT Caucus, New Lawyers Division, and law students—ensuring strong alignment with organizational goals.
• Lead member engagement across all groups by tracking participation, identifying emerging needs, and creating high-value programming focused on peer connections, leadership development, and educational programming that strengthen member satisfaction and drive renewals.
• Set and track membership acquisition and engagement goals for each member group, delivering regular progress updates and actionable insights to organizational leadership.
• Drive membership growth by executing strategic acquisition initiatives in partnership with internal teams, leveraging member group programming and member-to-member recruitment to expand reach and impact.
• Analyze membership and engagement data to identify trends and opportunities, translating findings into continuous improvements across acquisition, retention, and the overall member experience.
• Oversee the Membership Manager for Acquisition & Member Groups.
• Serve as a collaborative partner to the Director of Membership and Chief Membership and Marketing Officer, supporting budget management, cross-functional initiatives, and special projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree required, with a minimum of 8 years of experience in membership, marketing, volunteer leadership, project management, or related fields.
• Demonstrated success driving membership recruitment, growth, and retention including developing and executing acquisition and engagement strategies.
• Experience managing member groups, volunteers, or membership-based programs, fostering engagement and leadership development.
• Strong analytical and data-informed decision-making skills, with the ability to translate insight into effective action.
• Strong project management skills, including overseeing complex initiatives, timelines, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and build trust with diverse stakeholders.
• Results-driven, highly accountable team player who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite products.

• Travel required, including overnight and weekend commitments (approximately 30%).

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in a nonprofit, association, or mission-driven organization.
• Familiarity with CRM or membership engagement platforms particularly NetForum, HubSpot, and Higher Logic.
• Strategic thinker with a growth mindset who is comfortable balancing long-term planning with hands on execution.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.

Salary Range: $96,600-$120,800

Benefits and Perks for Working with AAJ:

• Hybrid work schedule, onsite Tuesday through Thursday and 100% remote work for the month of August (for most employees)
• Comprehensive health insurance which includes, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending account (FSA), and 401K with an employer match
• Generous paid leave (e.g., vacation, sick, personal, parental), 11 federal holidays, and paid time off between Christmas and New Years
• Subsidized metro transit and/or parking benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Company social events
• Office conveniently located ½ block from Gallery Place/Chinatown metro station in downtown Washington, DC

AAJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please! 

About American Association for Justice

American Association for Justice (AAJ) delivers Exceptional Education, Unparalleled Advocacy, and a Dedicated Community of Trial Lawyers Fighting for Justice. AAJ promotes justice and fairness for injured persons, safeguards victims' rights—particularly the right to trial by jury—and strengthens the civil justice system through education and disclosure of information critical to public health and safety. With members worldwide, and a network of U.S. and Canadian affiliates involved in diverse areas of trial advocacy, AAJ provides lawyers with the information and professional assistance needed to serve clients successfully and protect the democratic values inherent in the civil justice system.

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