The National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) has retained Chicago-based Morten Group, LLC, headed by Mary Morten, in its search for its next executive director, according to an organizational press release.

NBJC is a civil-rights organization dedicated to the empowerment of Black LGBTQ people, including those living with HIV/AIDS.

Sharon Lettman-Hicks is stepping down in the coming months after serving for several years as executive director. Information about the position is at MortenGroup.com/executive-searches.php.

The application deadline is Friday, June 9.