Director of School Law & Policy

Director of Legal & Policy Services – Education Law
Phoenix, AZ | Nonprofit | $150,000–$160,000

Job Summary
A respected Arizona-based nonprofit serving 100+ school districts statewide is seeking a Director of Legal & Policy Services to lead school law, policy development, and governance support. This role is ideal for an attorney with school law experience who wants to step away from billable hours and apply their expertise in a mission-driven environment supporting public education across Arizona.

Why Attorneys Choose This Role
No billable hours or time tracking
Predictable schedule with ample personal time
Direct impact on Arizona’s K-12 education system
Leadership role with influence across districts and policymakers
Stable nonprofit environment with strong benefits

What You’ll Do
Monitor Arizona and federal education law, regulations, case law, and Attorney General opinions impacting school districts
Develop, update, and maintain compliance-driven model policies and governance guidance for school boards
Advise leadership on legal, regulatory, and policy issues affecting K-12 education
Support legislative and regulatory advocacy efforts related to public education
Provide training, webinars, and guidance to school board members and district leaders
Manage and mentor staff within the legal and policy services function
Oversee legal compliance, contracts, and organizational governance matters
Coordinate with external school attorneys, education partners, and statewide stakeholders

Required Experience and Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Admission to the Arizona Bar or ability to obtain promptly
Minimum 3 years of school law experience, including work with school districts, charter schools, or education organizations
Minimum 2 years of management experience in a legal department, policy group, or comparable leadership role
Strong understanding of Arizona education law, including Title 15 and school governance requirements
Experience advising boards, executives, or public entities
Excellent research, writing, and presentation skills

Preferred Experience
Experience working with or advising multiple school districts
Background in education policy, regulatory compliance, or government relations
Nonprofit, public sector, or association experience

Pay and Benefits
Annual salary of $150,000–$160,000
Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer contributions
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Paid sick time
Stable, mission-driven work environment
No billable hour requirements

Work Location
In person in Phoenix, AZ with frequent in-state travel

How to Apply
Confidentially submit your resume for review. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial phone conversation. For questions or confidential inquiries, call 602-999-4999.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• 3-5yrs of School Dist. exp: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Phoenix, AZ 85004 (Required)

Work Location: In person