Employment
The ACLU of Northern California is a non-profit public interest organization devoted to protecting civil rights and civil liberties. Our 50 staff members and numerous volunteers work in the fast-paced, friendly and professional San Francisco office.
Our current employment opportunities (if any) are listed below.

Now Hiring - Communications Officer, Criminal Justice & Drug Policy
The ACLU of Northern California seeks applicants with strong writing skills, media relations experience, and new media/video production skills to focus on criminal justice and drug policy work from its San Francisco office. The office is collegial; the work is challenging, varied, and rewarding.
Now Hiring - SAFE California Campaign Assistant
The American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California seeks applicants for a SAFE California Campaign Field Assistant to be based in the ACLU’s San Francisco office. The office is collegial; the work is challenging, varied, and rewarding.
Now Hiring - Criminal Justice and Drug Policy Advocate
The American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California (ACLU-NC) seeks applicants for a Criminal Justice and Drug Policy (CJDP) Advocate to be based in the ACLU's Sacramento Legislative Office. The office is collegial; the work is challenging, varied, and rewarding.
Now Hiring - Criminal Justice and Drug Policy Attorney
The American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California (ACLU-NC) seeks applicants for a Criminal Justice and Drug Policy Attorney. Attorneys with three to five years experience are invited to apply. Exceptional candidates with less than three years experience may be considered. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Now Hiring – Policy Program Assistant
The American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California (ACLU-NC) seeks applicants for a Program Assistant to provide support to the Racial Justice and Technology and Civil Liberties policy projects. The Policy Program Assistant will perform administrative duties and will work closely with the policy attorneys on these two projects. This position requires the ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound independent judgment, and take initiative. The position is full-time with benefits. Applicants will be asked to make a minimum of a one year commitment to the position.