Clark College
Clark College, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA. 98663
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month, exempt Executive Assistant (EA) to the Vice President in the Student Affairs department. Leading with racial equity, the Executive Assistant (EA) to the Vice President of Student Affairs (VPSA) supports and assists the division by providing a wide range of complex administrative, secretarial support services, and budget tracking for the division. This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting meetings, activities, evaluation and reporting for accreditation and strategic planning. The EA requires the ability to work with minimal direction. The position also requires a high degree of confidentiality, knowledge, and expertise in a variety of institutional interactions. The EA should demonstrate, establish, and maintain highly effective interpersonal relationships with coworkers, students, faculty, outside agencies, and the public; work in a team environment with diverse populations; proactively problem solve; communicate effectively and respectfully at all levels; cope effectively with conflict; and represent the college and its programs professionally. The EA may be responsible for training, supervising, and reviewing the work of student workers. T he current hybrid work schedule is four days on campus and one day remote. The hybrid schedule and hours are subject to change based on the needs of the college. At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as the Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Student Affairs and provide the comprehensive clerical needs of the division with a high level of performance and confidentiality.
Act as liaison for the Vice President of Student Affairs with the College community, SBCTC, the Office of the Attorney General, other state agencies, businesses, educational organizations, local school districts, and other colleges and universities.
Initiate and coordinate meetings and materials for the Student Affairs Council (SAC) and Student Affairs All Staff Meetings.
Serve as the Vice President of Student Affairs’ delegate on the Academic Standards Committee (ASC).
Coordinate the Vice President’s annual administrators’ evaluation process.
Support the development of communication sent on behalf of the Vice President of Student Affairs.
Coordinate and schedule management meetings, committee meetings, and retreats. Prepare agendas, attend meetings and compose minutes, arrange appointments, and make travel arrangements as needed for Vice President, as well as the Dean of Student Engagement.
Develop and maintain current knowledge of all operations within Student Affairs, the College, the Board of Trustees, and the State. Assist in the development of procedures to facilitate adherence to policies.
Serve as liaison between the appointed Assistant Attorney General and the Committee on Student Conduct Chair. Provide logistical support for the student appeal hearing.
Oversee maintenance of complete files and index of Vice President’s correspondence and information relating to administrative responsibilities following the current guidelines for records management.
Serve as Project Manager for Student Affairs departmental operational needs as assigned.
Establish necessary codification of certain Clark College policies and procedures.
Assist in developing and provide accountability of the Vice President of Student Affairs budget—monitor and control expenditures throughout the fiscal year/biennium.
Assist the Vice President in the development of the division budget and represent the department in the College budget process. Serve as contact for division deans, directors and managers in matters involving department budgets and processes. Specifically, gathering data pertaining to expenditures, revenue for fee accounts, forecasting, payroll, tracking, compiling, and projecting. Triage and respond to inquiries, questions, concerns, and complaints sent to the VPSA.
Interpret college administrative policies and procedures to staff, students, and the public requesting information.
Research and provide responses to various internal and external requests for information.
Oversee procurement of office supplies and equipment; process and authorize purchases orders and budget transfers as needed.
Monitor department budget monthly. Prepare division-spending reports for the vice president on a regular basis, reflecting annual budget expenditures.
Support labor and other contract negotiations with appropriate levels of confidentiality.
Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate degree AND four (4) years of experience providing high-level executive support, including budgeting, project management, office management, and report writing OR Bachelor degree in business, public administration, office management, paralegal, or related field AND three (3) years of experience providing high-level executive support, including budgeting, project management, office management, and report writing.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, as well as Teams, Zoom, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading, preparing and making presentations, sharing information with small and large groups, building collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute assignments in a timely manner with minimal direction in a fast- paced environment, coordinate activities and meetings, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and learn and implement appropriate college policies and procedures and state laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
WHAT WE OFFER:
A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs.
McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.
SALARY RANGE: $64,010-$74,117 annually (commensurate with qualifications and experience). Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases. Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver. APPLICATION PROCESS Required Online Application Materials:
Clark College Online Application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed.
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position.
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs . To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu . APPLICATION DEADLINE: Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., May 13, 2024. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Completion of academic degrees will also be verified through receipt of official transcripts. DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360)992-2105 or by video phone at (360)991-0901. SECURITY The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php . ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office. Clark College’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference. Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Gerald Gabbard, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, ggabbard@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.
Clark College Human Resources April 30, 2024 24-00059
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month, exempt Executive Assistant (EA) to the Vice President in the Student Affairs department. Leading with racial equity, the Executive Assistant (EA) to the Vice President of Student Affairs (VPSA) supports and assists the division by providing a wide range of complex administrative, secretarial support services, and budget tracking for the division. This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting meetings, activities, evaluation and reporting for accreditation and strategic planning. The EA requires the ability to work with minimal direction. The position also requires a high degree of confidentiality, knowledge, and expertise in a variety of institutional interactions. The EA should demonstrate, establish, and maintain highly effective interpersonal relationships with coworkers, students, faculty, outside agencies, and the public; work in a team environment with diverse populations; proactively problem solve; communicate effectively and respectfully at all levels; cope effectively with conflict; and represent the college and its programs professionally. The EA may be responsible for training, supervising, and reviewing the work of student workers. T he current hybrid work schedule is four days on campus and one day remote. The hybrid schedule and hours are subject to change based on the needs of the college. At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as the Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Student Affairs and provide the comprehensive clerical needs of the division with a high level of performance and confidentiality.
Act as liaison for the Vice President of Student Affairs with the College community, SBCTC, the Office of the Attorney General, other state agencies, businesses, educational organizations, local school districts, and other colleges and universities.
Initiate and coordinate meetings and materials for the Student Affairs Council (SAC) and Student Affairs All Staff Meetings.
Serve as the Vice President of Student Affairs’ delegate on the Academic Standards Committee (ASC).
Coordinate the Vice President’s annual administrators’ evaluation process.
Support the development of communication sent on behalf of the Vice President of Student Affairs.
Coordinate and schedule management meetings, committee meetings, and retreats. Prepare agendas, attend meetings and compose minutes, arrange appointments, and make travel arrangements as needed for Vice President, as well as the Dean of Student Engagement.
Develop and maintain current knowledge of all operations within Student Affairs, the College, the Board of Trustees, and the State. Assist in the development of procedures to facilitate adherence to policies.
Serve as liaison between the appointed Assistant Attorney General and the Committee on Student Conduct Chair. Provide logistical support for the student appeal hearing.
Oversee maintenance of complete files and index of Vice President’s correspondence and information relating to administrative responsibilities following the current guidelines for records management.
Serve as Project Manager for Student Affairs departmental operational needs as assigned.
Establish necessary codification of certain Clark College policies and procedures.
Assist in developing and provide accountability of the Vice President of Student Affairs budget—monitor and control expenditures throughout the fiscal year/biennium.
Assist the Vice President in the development of the division budget and represent the department in the College budget process. Serve as contact for division deans, directors and managers in matters involving department budgets and processes. Specifically, gathering data pertaining to expenditures, revenue for fee accounts, forecasting, payroll, tracking, compiling, and projecting. Triage and respond to inquiries, questions, concerns, and complaints sent to the VPSA.
Interpret college administrative policies and procedures to staff, students, and the public requesting information.
Research and provide responses to various internal and external requests for information.
Oversee procurement of office supplies and equipment; process and authorize purchases orders and budget transfers as needed.
Monitor department budget monthly. Prepare division-spending reports for the vice president on a regular basis, reflecting annual budget expenditures.
Support labor and other contract negotiations with appropriate levels of confidentiality.
Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate degree AND four (4) years of experience providing high-level executive support, including budgeting, project management, office management, and report writing OR Bachelor degree in business, public administration, office management, paralegal, or related field AND three (3) years of experience providing high-level executive support, including budgeting, project management, office management, and report writing.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, as well as Teams, Zoom, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading, preparing and making presentations, sharing information with small and large groups, building collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute assignments in a timely manner with minimal direction in a fast- paced environment, coordinate activities and meetings, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and learn and implement appropriate college policies and procedures and state laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
WHAT WE OFFER:
A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs.
McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.
SALARY RANGE: $64,010-$74,117 annually (commensurate with qualifications and experience). Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases. Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver. APPLICATION PROCESS Required Online Application Materials:
Clark College Online Application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed.
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position.
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs . To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu . APPLICATION DEADLINE: Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., May 13, 2024. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Completion of academic degrees will also be verified through receipt of official transcripts. DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360)992-2105 or by video phone at (360)991-0901. SECURITY The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php . ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office. Clark College’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference. Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Gerald Gabbard, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, ggabbard@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.
Clark College Human Resources April 30, 2024 24-00059
About KIND
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety.
Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.
Position Summary
KIND seeks a Social Services Supervisor to manage daily social services operations of 2-3 field offices to include in-house programming, data management, reflective supervision, subject matter expertise and training on trauma-informed and client centered interventions, and crisis responses. The Social Services Supervisor will also oversee specific program areas and support the national Social Services team with other essential management duties, including fostering a culture of wellness, supervising MSW interns and leveraging community resources. They will staff a small caseload of critical cases and provide clinical consultation for the legal teams.
Essential Functions
Staffs a small caseload of critical referrals in office where the supervisor is located.
Oversees daily management and operations of 2-3 field offices (grouped regionally or by commonalities of programming, reporting laws, etc.,).
Ensures Social Services Coordinators (SSCs) adhere to policies and procedures.
Provides weekly reflective supervision to Social Service Coordinators and meet monthly with Managing Attorney at field offices.
Develops a framework for new supervision structure to support implementation across other offices.
Provides therapeutic support and crisis management with the legal team.
Coordinates Crisis Planning and protocols as part of the agency-wide implementation.
Supervises MSW interns housed in field office where supervisor is located.
Monitors, reviews, and makes recommendations for in-house therapeutic activities, resource fairs and preventive programming.
Completes reports to meet both internal and external program requirements in a timely manner.
KIND will evaluate proven local practices and institutionalize and share them across all of KIND’s offices.
Develops a consistent, high-quality approach to supervision, and expansion of in-house programming.
Supports assigned offices’ therapeutic programming and specific initiatives around client support.
Qualifications and Requirements
Master’s degree in social work or advanced degree in a related field, preferably in social work, counseling, or related specialty (LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LMHC).
Advanced fluency in English and Spanish, spoken and written, is required.
Licensure (or able to obtain licensure within six months of hire), SIFI certification, and experience supervising MSW interns
Minimum five years of experience working with immigrant populations, unaccompanied minors, at-risk youth, or young children (depending on the location).
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory role in social services or non-profit organizations.
Experience providing guidance and crisis management and direct oversight of administrative and clinical supervision and staff performance evaluation.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite including Outlook, Excel (including formula function), and Teams; competence with technology-related items including audio-video set-up and execution.
Demonstrated commitment to improving and/or understanding issues impacting immigrants in the U.S.; preferred experience working with trauma survivors.
Experience working with immigrant and refugee children and youth, LGBTQA communities
Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and take initiative in a high volume, fast-paced environment.
Experience supervising interns and volunteers; highly skilled at conducting outreach and managing external partnerships.
Experience in data entry and/or data management; experience in case and document database navigation such as ShareFile and Legal Server, including running and interpreting reports.
Ability to handle tech-related responsibilities including management of digital calendars and video conferencing.
Strong record of intercultural responsiveness, sensitivity and awareness, and cross-cultural communication skills, responsive practice, and a racial equity lens.
Ability to effectively conduct trainings to diverse audiences in person and virtually.
Experience working with multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary teams.
Excellent organizational, time management skills, and attention to detail; ability to work collaboratively; excellent writing and oral communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a high-volume workload with fast-changing deadlines and priorities.
Ability to travel as assigned.
Ability to work within an office environment, have regular interaction via telephone, teleconference, IM and email with KIND’s team and have in-person meetings with clients.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).
Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.
$80,000 - $85,800 a year
Our Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the two medical plan options, dental, and vision.
Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care.
Pre-tax transit and parking spending account.
Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
For a complete list of benefits, please click here .
Our Focus on Wellness
KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities. For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link .
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
About KIND
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety.
Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.
Position Summary
KIND seeks a Social Services Supervisor to manage daily social services operations of 2-3 field offices to include in-house programming, data management, reflective supervision, subject matter expertise and training on trauma-informed and client centered interventions, and crisis responses. The Social Services Supervisor will also oversee specific program areas and support the national Social Services team with other essential management duties, including fostering a culture of wellness, supervising MSW interns and leveraging community resources. They will staff a small caseload of critical cases and provide clinical consultation for the legal teams.
Essential Functions
Staffs a small caseload of critical referrals in office where the supervisor is located.
Oversees daily management and operations of 2-3 field offices (grouped regionally or by commonalities of programming, reporting laws, etc.,).
Ensures Social Services Coordinators (SSCs) adhere to policies and procedures.
Provides weekly reflective supervision to Social Service Coordinators and meet monthly with Managing Attorney at field offices.
Develops a framework for new supervision structure to support implementation across other offices.
Provides therapeutic support and crisis management with the legal team.
Coordinates Crisis Planning and protocols as part of the agency-wide implementation.
Supervises MSW interns housed in field office where supervisor is located.
Monitors, reviews, and makes recommendations for in-house therapeutic activities, resource fairs and preventive programming.
Completes reports to meet both internal and external program requirements in a timely manner.
KIND will evaluate proven local practices and institutionalize and share them across all of KIND’s offices.
Develops a consistent, high-quality approach to supervision, and expansion of in-house programming.
Supports assigned offices’ therapeutic programming and specific initiatives around client support.
Qualifications and Requirements
Master’s degree in social work or advanced degree in a related field, preferably in social work, counseling, or related specialty (LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LMHC).
Advanced fluency in English and Spanish, spoken and written, is required.
Licensure (or able to obtain licensure within six months of hire), SIFI certification, and experience supervising MSW interns
Minimum five years of experience working with immigrant populations, unaccompanied minors, at-risk youth, or young children (depending on the location).
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory role in social services or non-profit organizations.
Experience providing guidance and crisis management and direct oversight of administrative and clinical supervision and staff performance evaluation.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite including Outlook, Excel (including formula function), and Teams; competence with technology-related items including audio-video set-up and execution.
Demonstrated commitment to improving and/or understanding issues impacting immigrants in the U.S.; preferred experience working with trauma survivors.
Experience working with immigrant and refugee children and youth, LGBTQA communities
Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and take initiative in a high volume, fast-paced environment.
Experience supervising interns and volunteers; highly skilled at conducting outreach and managing external partnerships.
Experience in data entry and/or data management; experience in case and document database navigation such as ShareFile and Legal Server, including running and interpreting reports.
Ability to handle tech-related responsibilities including management of digital calendars and video conferencing.
Strong record of intercultural responsiveness, sensitivity and awareness, and cross-cultural communication skills, responsive practice, and a racial equity lens.
Ability to effectively conduct trainings to diverse audiences in person and virtually.
Experience working with multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary teams.
Excellent organizational, time management skills, and attention to detail; ability to work collaboratively; excellent writing and oral communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a high-volume workload with fast-changing deadlines and priorities.
Ability to travel as assigned.
Ability to work within an office environment, have regular interaction via telephone, teleconference, IM and email with KIND’s team and have in-person meetings with clients.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).
Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.
$80,000 - $85,800 a year
Our Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the two medical plan options, dental, and vision.
Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care.
Pre-tax transit and parking spending account.
Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
For a complete list of benefits, please click here .
Our Focus on Wellness
KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities. For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link .
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Director, Shelter Therapy and Advocacy Services (Grove Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Director of Shelter Therapy and Advocacy Services for the Residential & Support Services program in the Kelly White Family Shelter department. This role involves overseeing the coordination of client services, ensuring efficient case management processes, and supporting a team of case managers and counselors. The Director of Therapy and Advocacy Services collaborates with internal and external partners to meet the diverse needs of shelter residents and ensures compliance with organizational and funding requirements. SAFE Alliance:
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years, our community outreach and education has provided over 400 trainings to over 7,000 community members. Our various housing and shelter programs have provided over 46,000 nights/days of care and served over 3,000 youth and adults directly affected by abuse. We have provided over 10,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy and crisis interventions or face-to-face emotional support through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details:
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, exempt basis for an annual salary range of $60,000 to $65,000, dependent upon experience plus an annual language differential of $3,600 if you are English/Spanish bilingual. The work location will be at our Grove Blvd. Campus in the East Austin area. This position will include some travel with no ability for remote/hybrid work. The shift currently available is Monday- Friday 9am-5pm.
Essential Staff Position: The Shelter Director participates, with other staff, in a rotation to provide on-call, off-hours back-up and on-site response to the Emergency Shelter program. As Essential Staff, the Shelter Director is required to report to work when scheduled, even if the agency is otherwise closed (such as holidays), if needed; to report to work when called in if serving in an on-call capacity; and to comply with other stipulations of our Essential Staff policy.
Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or other related field or 4 years of experience supervising programs in nonprofit sector. Masters degree preferred.
Four years of supervisory experience required.
At least three years of experience providing direct client work. Preference given to those with experience in a residential, crisis, and/or homeless or domestic violence shelter program or experience working with domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, or homeless programs.
Ability to work collaboratively with multiple resources in order to plan projects collaboratively and efficiently.
Knowledge of and experience with various requirements and funding and ability to support others around understanding.
Knowledge of and experience working with issues and systems related to domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, child abuse, homelessness and trauma highly preferred.
With reasonable accommodation, this position requires the manual dexterity to sufficiently operate phones, computers, and other office equipment.
With Reasonable accommodation should have visual acuity capable of drafting, editing, reviewing, and/or comprehending materials in a standard typeface size 10 font or above, are required.
Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions, including the performance of work in cramped and/or awkward positions, and exposure to safety hazards, loud noise, traffic, and inclement weather conditions is possible.
Must be physically able to use authorized management of aggressive behavior techniques.
This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver’s License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.
Application Information and Instructions:
We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application weather you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month.
All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Director, Shelter Therapy and Advocacy Services (Grove Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Director of Shelter Therapy and Advocacy Services for the Residential & Support Services program in the Kelly White Family Shelter department. This role involves overseeing the coordination of client services, ensuring efficient case management processes, and supporting a team of case managers and counselors. The Director of Therapy and Advocacy Services collaborates with internal and external partners to meet the diverse needs of shelter residents and ensures compliance with organizational and funding requirements. SAFE Alliance:
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years, our community outreach and education has provided over 400 trainings to over 7,000 community members. Our various housing and shelter programs have provided over 46,000 nights/days of care and served over 3,000 youth and adults directly affected by abuse. We have provided over 10,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy and crisis interventions or face-to-face emotional support through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details:
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, exempt basis for an annual salary range of $60,000 to $65,000, dependent upon experience plus an annual language differential of $3,600 if you are English/Spanish bilingual. The work location will be at our Grove Blvd. Campus in the East Austin area. This position will include some travel with no ability for remote/hybrid work. The shift currently available is Monday- Friday 9am-5pm.
Essential Staff Position: The Shelter Director participates, with other staff, in a rotation to provide on-call, off-hours back-up and on-site response to the Emergency Shelter program. As Essential Staff, the Shelter Director is required to report to work when scheduled, even if the agency is otherwise closed (such as holidays), if needed; to report to work when called in if serving in an on-call capacity; and to comply with other stipulations of our Essential Staff policy.
Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or other related field or 4 years of experience supervising programs in nonprofit sector. Masters degree preferred.
Four years of supervisory experience required.
At least three years of experience providing direct client work. Preference given to those with experience in a residential, crisis, and/or homeless or domestic violence shelter program or experience working with domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, or homeless programs.
Ability to work collaboratively with multiple resources in order to plan projects collaboratively and efficiently.
Knowledge of and experience with various requirements and funding and ability to support others around understanding.
Knowledge of and experience working with issues and systems related to domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, child abuse, homelessness and trauma highly preferred.
With reasonable accommodation, this position requires the manual dexterity to sufficiently operate phones, computers, and other office equipment.
With Reasonable accommodation should have visual acuity capable of drafting, editing, reviewing, and/or comprehending materials in a standard typeface size 10 font or above, are required.
Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions, including the performance of work in cramped and/or awkward positions, and exposure to safety hazards, loud noise, traffic, and inclement weather conditions is possible.
Must be physically able to use authorized management of aggressive behavior techniques.
This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver’s License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.
Application Information and Instructions:
We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application weather you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month.
All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
About KIND
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety.
Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Senior Social Services Coordinator to serve alongside the Social Services Management team. Senior Social Services Coordinators provide therapeutic support to high-risk cases, clinical consultations, and contribute to the design and implementation of trauma informed outreach and training within KIND and to external partners.
Essential Functions:
Supports the development of programmatic framework for Social Services including metrics, logic models, and narratives, for grant applications and reports.
Supports fundraising and development efforts, as well as grant reporting for the Social Services team.
Provides consultation on high risk and vulnerable cases across KIND offices.
Creates, updates, and implements ethical policies, procedures, and guidelines to be implemented across all field offices and compiled in an updated Social Services Handbook.
Creates, updates, and implements guidelines for the Social Services team in an interdisciplinary model pertaining to attorney-client and work-product privilege, federal and state confidentiality, and mandatory reporting laws.
Creates and implements guidelines on working with unaccompanied children working with pro bono volunteer attorneys with a focus on trauma informed care.
Creates guidelines and leads Social Services team on self-care, wellness, prevention of vicarious trauma and burnout, as well as appropriate professionalism in client relations.
Maintains working partnership with local graduate program and provide supervision to graduate level interns from social work/mental health programs.
Monitors and evaluates case activities, including client referrals, intakes, case strategy, and case closure through case rounds and regular check-ins of social service interns.
Consults and works regularly with KIND staff to integrate holistic, trauma-informed, and client-centered services that consider both legal strategy and social service needs.
Evaluates and provides expert consultation to the Social Services team and KIND attorneys on services referral, needs assessments, advocacy strategy, safety planning, and crisis management.
Directs client work, technical assistance, therapeutic supports, training, and outreach.
Works with small caseload of high-needs clients utilizing a range of therapeutic interventions with an emphasis on screening for trauma, establishing safety, building trust, increasing coping strategies, and providing in-depth support during legal proceedings.
Conducts needs assessment with KIND’s U.S./Mexico Special Programs team to design and implement quarterly trainings for staff and PBAs. Trainings will include such topics as Trauma Informed Interviewing Skills and Culturally Responsive Practices with Indigenous Populations.
Provides technical assistance and expertise to KIND staff and community partners with an emphasis on Trauma Informed interventions when working with UAC and refugee populations.
Works with community partners to coordinate services and collaborate in efforts; with emphasis on include language access, mental health supports and avoiding re-traumatization.
Assists with trainings and presentations.
Represent KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Graduate degree in social work or related field or 6 years of work experience, combined with Undergraduate degree in social work or related field, in lieu of advanced degree.
Depending on location- at least 2 years of experience working with Tender Age children, foster care, at risk youth.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in social services or non-profit organizations; community organizing, or grassroots and partnership development experience preferred.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite including Outlook, Excel (including formula function), and Teams; competence with technology-related items including audio-video set-up and execution.
Demonstrated commitment to improving and/or understanding issues impacting immigrants in the U.S.; preferred experience working with trauma survivors.
Experience working with immigrant and refugee children and youth, LGBTQA communities.
Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and take initiative in a high volume, fast-paced environment.
Experience supervising interns and volunteers; highly skilled at conducting outreach and managing external partnerships.
Experience in data entry and/or data management; experience in case and document database navigation such as ShareFile and Legal Server, including running and interpreting reports.
Ability to handle tech related responsibilities including management of digital calendars and video conferencing.
Strong record of intercultural responsiveness, sensitivity and awareness, and cross-cultural communication skills, responsive practices, and a racial equity lens.
Ability to effectively conduct trainings to diverse audiences in person and virtually.
Experience working with multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary teams.
Excellent organizational, time management skills, and attention to detail; ability to work collaboratively; excellent writing an oral communication skill.
Ability to thrive in a high-volume workload with fast-changing deadlines and priorities.
Advanced fluency in English and Spanish, spoken and written, required.
Ability to travel as assigned.
Ability to work within an office environment, have regular interaction via telephone, teleconference, IM and email with KIND’s team and have in-person meetings with clients.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).
Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.
Excellent organizational skills with ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate as appropriate.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Salary Range: $61,360 - $76,700 a year
Our Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the two medical plan options, dental, and vision.
Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care.
Pre-tax transit and parking spending account.
Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
For a complete list of benefits, please click here .
Our Focus on Wellness
KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities.
For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link .
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
About KIND
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety.
Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Senior Social Services Coordinator to serve alongside the Social Services Management team. Senior Social Services Coordinators provide therapeutic support to high-risk cases, clinical consultations, and contribute to the design and implementation of trauma informed outreach and training within KIND and to external partners.
Essential Functions:
Supports the development of programmatic framework for Social Services including metrics, logic models, and narratives, for grant applications and reports.
Supports fundraising and development efforts, as well as grant reporting for the Social Services team.
Provides consultation on high risk and vulnerable cases across KIND offices.
Creates, updates, and implements ethical policies, procedures, and guidelines to be implemented across all field offices and compiled in an updated Social Services Handbook.
Creates, updates, and implements guidelines for the Social Services team in an interdisciplinary model pertaining to attorney-client and work-product privilege, federal and state confidentiality, and mandatory reporting laws.
Creates and implements guidelines on working with unaccompanied children working with pro bono volunteer attorneys with a focus on trauma informed care.
Creates guidelines and leads Social Services team on self-care, wellness, prevention of vicarious trauma and burnout, as well as appropriate professionalism in client relations.
Maintains working partnership with local graduate program and provide supervision to graduate level interns from social work/mental health programs.
Monitors and evaluates case activities, including client referrals, intakes, case strategy, and case closure through case rounds and regular check-ins of social service interns.
Consults and works regularly with KIND staff to integrate holistic, trauma-informed, and client-centered services that consider both legal strategy and social service needs.
Evaluates and provides expert consultation to the Social Services team and KIND attorneys on services referral, needs assessments, advocacy strategy, safety planning, and crisis management.
Directs client work, technical assistance, therapeutic supports, training, and outreach.
Works with small caseload of high-needs clients utilizing a range of therapeutic interventions with an emphasis on screening for trauma, establishing safety, building trust, increasing coping strategies, and providing in-depth support during legal proceedings.
Conducts needs assessment with KIND’s U.S./Mexico Special Programs team to design and implement quarterly trainings for staff and PBAs. Trainings will include such topics as Trauma Informed Interviewing Skills and Culturally Responsive Practices with Indigenous Populations.
Provides technical assistance and expertise to KIND staff and community partners with an emphasis on Trauma Informed interventions when working with UAC and refugee populations.
Works with community partners to coordinate services and collaborate in efforts; with emphasis on include language access, mental health supports and avoiding re-traumatization.
Assists with trainings and presentations.
Represent KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Graduate degree in social work or related field or 6 years of work experience, combined with Undergraduate degree in social work or related field, in lieu of advanced degree.
Depending on location- at least 2 years of experience working with Tender Age children, foster care, at risk youth.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in social services or non-profit organizations; community organizing, or grassroots and partnership development experience preferred.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite including Outlook, Excel (including formula function), and Teams; competence with technology-related items including audio-video set-up and execution.
Demonstrated commitment to improving and/or understanding issues impacting immigrants in the U.S.; preferred experience working with trauma survivors.
Experience working with immigrant and refugee children and youth, LGBTQA communities.
Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and take initiative in a high volume, fast-paced environment.
Experience supervising interns and volunteers; highly skilled at conducting outreach and managing external partnerships.
Experience in data entry and/or data management; experience in case and document database navigation such as ShareFile and Legal Server, including running and interpreting reports.
Ability to handle tech related responsibilities including management of digital calendars and video conferencing.
Strong record of intercultural responsiveness, sensitivity and awareness, and cross-cultural communication skills, responsive practices, and a racial equity lens.
Ability to effectively conduct trainings to diverse audiences in person and virtually.
Experience working with multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary teams.
Excellent organizational, time management skills, and attention to detail; ability to work collaboratively; excellent writing an oral communication skill.
Ability to thrive in a high-volume workload with fast-changing deadlines and priorities.
Advanced fluency in English and Spanish, spoken and written, required.
Ability to travel as assigned.
Ability to work within an office environment, have regular interaction via telephone, teleconference, IM and email with KIND’s team and have in-person meetings with clients.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).
Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.
Excellent organizational skills with ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate as appropriate.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Salary Range: $61,360 - $76,700 a year
Our Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the two medical plan options, dental, and vision.
Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care.
Pre-tax transit and parking spending account.
Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
For a complete list of benefits, please click here .
Our Focus on Wellness
KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities.
For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link .
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Senior Attorney to provide senior-level expertise and leadership in the provision of legal services by KIND attorneys and pro bono partners to unaccompanied children facing removal proceedings. Serve as a thoughtful leader and expert advisor on complex and novel legal issues for internal and external stakeholders. As needed, supervise Staff Attorneys, Senior Paralegals, and other non-attorney staff. The Senior Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
The temporary position is scheduled to commence February or March 2024 and will conclude August or September 2024.
Essential Functions:
Provide both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients:
In the pro bono mentoring function, provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies, and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervise staff attorneys, fellows, supervising paralegals, senior paralegals, or other non-attorney staff as needed, including:
Onboarding, legal skills training, and case technical assistance, daily support, and coaching conducting regular check-ins and performance evaluations, reviewing work products, case audits, and providing consistent and effective feedback and oversight to ensure high-quality legal work.
Place cases with pro bono attorneys, and provide ongoing expert mentoring, training, and technical assistance in individual and group settings.
Engage in outreach to foster and expand relationships with community stakeholders and pro bono partners including law firm and in-house corporate counsel; provide expert contribution and oversight in the development of guidance materials and samples.
Contribute to overall office functioning, including actively participating in the field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and providing leadership in-office events.
Oversee data management, ensuring data integrity through regular case audits, technical fluency with KIND’s case management systems, and oversight of data upkeep and accuracy by supervisees.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team as well as the Senior Director for Pro Bono Partnerships, as needed, develop local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. Assist with development and conducting of local and national KIND training for both staff and external partners and stakeholders.
In collaboration with Legal Programs Management, and in coordination with other organizational departments such as Development and Finance, assist in developing and implementing grant and contract-funded programming, including monitoring performance against grant and contract commitments.
Collaborate with other KIND departments on specific projects and initiatives as needed, including KIND’s Policy, Advocacy, Communications, and Regional departments.
Represent KIND at local stakeholder meetings, trainings, conferences, and events.
Participate in and lead local and national KIND meetings, committees, retreats, and events.
Provide leadership and oversight in ensuring overall field office functioning and developing KIND’s legal services program at large.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 4 years of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 3 years of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers.
Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising attorneys and/or legal staff if the position requires supervision. For non-supervisory senior attorneys, a minimum of 2 years demonstrating proven legal expertise or exemplary skills in managing complex legal projects.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $86,880 - $108,600 a year
Benefits: Discover the perks of working for KIND
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Application Instructions:
In order to be considered for the desired role please apply here .
Please be advised that an employment application will need to be submitted along with your resume and cover letter, in order to be considered for the desired role.
KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/ .
Apr 02, 2024
Full time
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Senior Attorney to provide senior-level expertise and leadership in the provision of legal services by KIND attorneys and pro bono partners to unaccompanied children facing removal proceedings. Serve as a thoughtful leader and expert advisor on complex and novel legal issues for internal and external stakeholders. As needed, supervise Staff Attorneys, Senior Paralegals, and other non-attorney staff. The Senior Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
The temporary position is scheduled to commence February or March 2024 and will conclude August or September 2024.
Essential Functions:
Provide both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients:
In the pro bono mentoring function, provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies, and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervise staff attorneys, fellows, supervising paralegals, senior paralegals, or other non-attorney staff as needed, including:
Onboarding, legal skills training, and case technical assistance, daily support, and coaching conducting regular check-ins and performance evaluations, reviewing work products, case audits, and providing consistent and effective feedback and oversight to ensure high-quality legal work.
Place cases with pro bono attorneys, and provide ongoing expert mentoring, training, and technical assistance in individual and group settings.
Engage in outreach to foster and expand relationships with community stakeholders and pro bono partners including law firm and in-house corporate counsel; provide expert contribution and oversight in the development of guidance materials and samples.
Contribute to overall office functioning, including actively participating in the field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and providing leadership in-office events.
Oversee data management, ensuring data integrity through regular case audits, technical fluency with KIND’s case management systems, and oversight of data upkeep and accuracy by supervisees.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team as well as the Senior Director for Pro Bono Partnerships, as needed, develop local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. Assist with development and conducting of local and national KIND training for both staff and external partners and stakeholders.
In collaboration with Legal Programs Management, and in coordination with other organizational departments such as Development and Finance, assist in developing and implementing grant and contract-funded programming, including monitoring performance against grant and contract commitments.
Collaborate with other KIND departments on specific projects and initiatives as needed, including KIND’s Policy, Advocacy, Communications, and Regional departments.
Represent KIND at local stakeholder meetings, trainings, conferences, and events.
Participate in and lead local and national KIND meetings, committees, retreats, and events.
Provide leadership and oversight in ensuring overall field office functioning and developing KIND’s legal services program at large.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 4 years of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 3 years of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers.
Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising attorneys and/or legal staff if the position requires supervision. For non-supervisory senior attorneys, a minimum of 2 years demonstrating proven legal expertise or exemplary skills in managing complex legal projects.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $86,880 - $108,600 a year
Benefits: Discover the perks of working for KIND
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Application Instructions:
In order to be considered for the desired role please apply here .
Please be advised that an employment application will need to be submitted along with your resume and cover letter, in order to be considered for the desired role.
KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/ .
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a Regional Director for its Pendleton office. The Pendleton Regional Director leads an office of one-two staff attorneys and two support staff. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve low-income individuals throughout the state and two specialized programs focus on services to farmworkers and issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies with the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Pendleton is ideally situated near national forests, natural wilderness areas and scenic waterways that offer many opportunities for outside recreational activities, with some of the most beautiful scenery in the Pacific Northwest. An historic city that retains echoes of the old west, Pendleton is in sunny northeastern Oregon, about 3 1/2 hours’ drive from Portland and Boise, 250 miles from Seattle, and 45 miles from the college town of Walla Walla, Washington. Responsibilities The Regional Director is responsible for the office's overall effectiveness. Duties include supervising legal work, overseeing the career development of staff, planning and priority setting, grant compliance, budget management, and maintaining good relations with community organizations and the private bar. The Regional Director also has an independent caseload and, in that respect, has all the duties of a staff attorney. Qualifications Five years of legal experience required. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable clients. Legal aid experience or demonstrable involvement in poverty law issues, such as domestic violence/family law, public benefits and housing. Substantial litigation experience and excellent legal skills. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to promote community visibility, awareness and collaboration. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and are members of the Oregon State Bar. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $82,700 – 90,200 for 5-10 years’ experience and $91,700-114,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin March 29, 2024. Applications Send resume, references, and letter of interest by email to: Jeremy Aliason Legal Aid Services of Oregon 520 SW Sixth Avenue, Suite 1130 Portland, OR 97204 centraljobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question Please provide a written response to the following question and submit it as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words. LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response. If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Mar 13, 2024
Full time
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a Regional Director for its Pendleton office. The Pendleton Regional Director leads an office of one-two staff attorneys and two support staff. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve low-income individuals throughout the state and two specialized programs focus on services to farmworkers and issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies with the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Pendleton is ideally situated near national forests, natural wilderness areas and scenic waterways that offer many opportunities for outside recreational activities, with some of the most beautiful scenery in the Pacific Northwest. An historic city that retains echoes of the old west, Pendleton is in sunny northeastern Oregon, about 3 1/2 hours’ drive from Portland and Boise, 250 miles from Seattle, and 45 miles from the college town of Walla Walla, Washington. Responsibilities The Regional Director is responsible for the office's overall effectiveness. Duties include supervising legal work, overseeing the career development of staff, planning and priority setting, grant compliance, budget management, and maintaining good relations with community organizations and the private bar. The Regional Director also has an independent caseload and, in that respect, has all the duties of a staff attorney. Qualifications Five years of legal experience required. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable clients. Legal aid experience or demonstrable involvement in poverty law issues, such as domestic violence/family law, public benefits and housing. Substantial litigation experience and excellent legal skills. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to promote community visibility, awareness and collaboration. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and are members of the Oregon State Bar. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $82,700 – 90,200 for 5-10 years’ experience and $91,700-114,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin March 29, 2024. Applications Send resume, references, and letter of interest by email to: Jeremy Aliason Legal Aid Services of Oregon 520 SW Sixth Avenue, Suite 1130 Portland, OR 97204 centraljobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question Please provide a written response to the following question and submit it as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words. LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response. If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon
280 Liberty Street SE Suite 320 Salem, OR 97301
Bilingual Staff Attorney – Salem Regional Office
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney for its Salem office.
Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies that will have a demonstrable effect on community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.
The Salem office serves the civil legal needs of low-income residents in Marion and Polk counties.
Current staff say the Salem Regional Office offers:
Collaborative litigation teams
Close-knit and diverse staff
Positive team building and professional development
Strong support on case handling
Flexible office culture that is supportive of individual interests and work-life balance
Individually tailored supervising
Ample opportunity for court experience and litigation, including administrative, federal, and appellate state court appearances
Living and Working in Salem, Oregon Nestled in the lush Willamette Valley, Salem is the state's capital and a dynamic midsize city. Home to an array of vineyards and annual art and music festival, as well as boasting proximity to skiing, hiking, and the Oregon Coast, Cherry City offers a well-rounded lifestyle. In Marion County, you’ll find tulip and hot air balloon festivals, numerous pumpkin patches, as well as the lovely natural oases of Minto-Brown Island and Silver Falls State Park. The city provides an ideal, family-friendly setting to establish your career and create a lasting home for your family.
Responsibilities The staff attorney will be responsible for maintaining a varied caseload, including family, housing, and public benefits cases. The staff attorney will be expected to spend significant time working on cases or projects designed to achieve broad impact on significant problems in the client community.
Qualifications Zero to five years of legal experience. Juris doctor degree required. Proficiency in speaking and writing Spanish required. Oregon State Bar membership preferred. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Understanding of and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency, and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression.
Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.
Closing Date (rolling until filled) Open until filled. This is a re-post. Review of resumes is ongoing.
Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: salemjobs@lasoregon.org .
As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following : LASO Salem is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity?
We celebrate diversity
LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience, and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Mar 01, 2024
Full time
Bilingual Staff Attorney – Salem Regional Office
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney for its Salem office.
Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies that will have a demonstrable effect on community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.
The Salem office serves the civil legal needs of low-income residents in Marion and Polk counties.
Current staff say the Salem Regional Office offers:
Collaborative litigation teams
Close-knit and diverse staff
Positive team building and professional development
Strong support on case handling
Flexible office culture that is supportive of individual interests and work-life balance
Individually tailored supervising
Ample opportunity for court experience and litigation, including administrative, federal, and appellate state court appearances
Living and Working in Salem, Oregon Nestled in the lush Willamette Valley, Salem is the state's capital and a dynamic midsize city. Home to an array of vineyards and annual art and music festival, as well as boasting proximity to skiing, hiking, and the Oregon Coast, Cherry City offers a well-rounded lifestyle. In Marion County, you’ll find tulip and hot air balloon festivals, numerous pumpkin patches, as well as the lovely natural oases of Minto-Brown Island and Silver Falls State Park. The city provides an ideal, family-friendly setting to establish your career and create a lasting home for your family.
Responsibilities The staff attorney will be responsible for maintaining a varied caseload, including family, housing, and public benefits cases. The staff attorney will be expected to spend significant time working on cases or projects designed to achieve broad impact on significant problems in the client community.
Qualifications Zero to five years of legal experience. Juris doctor degree required. Proficiency in speaking and writing Spanish required. Oregon State Bar membership preferred. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Understanding of and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency, and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression.
Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.
Closing Date (rolling until filled) Open until filled. This is a re-post. Review of resumes is ongoing.
Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: salemjobs@lasoregon.org .
As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following : LASO Salem is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity?
We celebrate diversity
LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience, and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon
280 Liberty Street SE Suite 320 Salem, OR 97301
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a Regional Director for its Salem office. The Salem Regional Director leads an office of one supervising attorney, five staff attorneys, three support staff and two temporary, grant-funded positions.
Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies that will have a demonstrable effect on community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.
The Salem office serves the civil legal needs of low-income residents in Marion and Polk counties.
Nestled in the lush Willamette Valley, Salem is the state's capital and a dynamic midsize city. Home to an array of vineyards and an annual arts festival as well as boasting proximity to both skiing and the Oregon Coast, Cherry City offers a well-rounded lifestyle. In Marion County, you’ll find tulip and hot air balloon festivals, numerous pumpkin patches, as well as the lovely natural oases of Minto-Brown Island and Silver Falls State Park. The city provides an ideal, family-friendly setting to establish your career and create a lasting home for your family.
Responsibilities The Regional Director is responsible for the office's overall effectiveness. Duties include supervising legal work; mentoring and overseeing the career development of staff; planning and priority setting; grant compliance; budget management; and maintaining good relations within the office and with community organizations and the private bar. The Regional Director also has a small independent caseload and, in that respect, has all the duties of a staff attorney.
Qualifications Five years of legal experience required. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable clients. Legal aid experience or demonstrable involvement in poverty law issues, such as domestic violence/family law, public benefits, and housing. Substantial litigation experience and excellent legal skills. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to promote community visibility, awareness, and collaboration. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and are members of the Oregon State Bar.
Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $88,700 – 96,200 for 5-10 years' experience and $97,700 - $120,200 for 11-30 years' experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience. An additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.
Closing Date This is a repost. Open until filled. Review of resumes is ongoing.
Applications Send resume, references, and letter of interest by email to:
Jeremy Aliason Legal Aid Services of Oregon 520 SW Sixth Avenue, Suite 1130 Portland, OR 97204 centraljobs@lasoregon.org
Supplemental question Please provide a written response to the following question and submit it as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words.
LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response.
We celebrate diversity
LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Feb 27, 2024
Full time
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a Regional Director for its Salem office. The Salem Regional Director leads an office of one supervising attorney, five staff attorneys, three support staff and two temporary, grant-funded positions.
Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies that will have a demonstrable effect on community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.
The Salem office serves the civil legal needs of low-income residents in Marion and Polk counties.
Nestled in the lush Willamette Valley, Salem is the state's capital and a dynamic midsize city. Home to an array of vineyards and an annual arts festival as well as boasting proximity to both skiing and the Oregon Coast, Cherry City offers a well-rounded lifestyle. In Marion County, you’ll find tulip and hot air balloon festivals, numerous pumpkin patches, as well as the lovely natural oases of Minto-Brown Island and Silver Falls State Park. The city provides an ideal, family-friendly setting to establish your career and create a lasting home for your family.
Responsibilities The Regional Director is responsible for the office's overall effectiveness. Duties include supervising legal work; mentoring and overseeing the career development of staff; planning and priority setting; grant compliance; budget management; and maintaining good relations within the office and with community organizations and the private bar. The Regional Director also has a small independent caseload and, in that respect, has all the duties of a staff attorney.
Qualifications Five years of legal experience required. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable clients. Legal aid experience or demonstrable involvement in poverty law issues, such as domestic violence/family law, public benefits, and housing. Substantial litigation experience and excellent legal skills. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to promote community visibility, awareness, and collaboration. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and are members of the Oregon State Bar.
Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $88,700 – 96,200 for 5-10 years' experience and $97,700 - $120,200 for 11-30 years' experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience. An additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.
Closing Date This is a repost. Open until filled. Review of resumes is ongoing.
Applications Send resume, references, and letter of interest by email to:
Jeremy Aliason Legal Aid Services of Oregon 520 SW Sixth Avenue, Suite 1130 Portland, OR 97204 centraljobs@lasoregon.org
Supplemental question Please provide a written response to the following question and submit it as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words.
LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response.
We celebrate diversity
LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
Essential Functions:
Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients.
In the pro bono mentoring function, provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies; and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including:
Onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively build relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. With supervision, present trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar (If not admitted to local state bar, must sit for bar exam or start waiver to be admitted within 6 months and be able to be admitted within one year of employment).
Must be fluent in English and Spanish; or fluent in English and must participate in and complete the Spanish immersion program.
Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $84,300 a year
Benefits: Discover the perks of working for KIND
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Feb 26, 2024
Full time
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
Essential Functions:
Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients.
In the pro bono mentoring function, provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies; and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including:
Onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively build relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. With supervision, present trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar (If not admitted to local state bar, must sit for bar exam or start waiver to be admitted within 6 months and be able to be admitted within one year of employment).
Must be fluent in English and Spanish; or fluent in English and must participate in and complete the Spanish immersion program.
Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $84,300 a year
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KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon
520 SW 6th ave suite 700 Portland, Oregon 97204
Supervising Attorney – Portland Regional Office
The Portland Regional Office (PRO) of Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a family law supervising attorney. The person in this position supervises staff attorneys and paralegals and assists the Regional Director in directing the legal advocacy and outreach of the office.
Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems.
The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. The Portland Office has adopted a race equity agenda to guide its work with clients as well as its internal operations. The office has a strong commitment to building an inclusive, diverse workplace.
Responsibilities This position assists the Regional Director in supervising and developing staff attorneys and paralegals, managing legal advocacy and outreach, ensuring programmatic compliance with regulations, and directing strategic litigation. They will supervise a team of staff attorneys and paralegals, manage an active caseload ranging from brief service and advice to full representation, and join the supervisory team at PRO. The supervising attorney is expected to provide structure and cohesion for community-based outreach, and training, and aid in the development of strategic impact litigation and advocacy aimed at impacting the lives of low-income people in Oregon.
A significant part of this position is to bring enthusiasm and excitement to the work of the office and provide positive support to and mentoring of lawyers. This person is also expected to demonstrate solid understanding of anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression and help lead the office in its effort to implement a race equity framework.
Qualifications Five years of legal experience is required, preferably in the areas of family law, civil rights, immigration or public benefits, and at least one year of supervisory experience. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable clients. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of poverty law experience and have experience and aptitude for supervising others and providing developmental planning for staff. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and are members of the Oregon State Bar.
Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $75,200 – 82,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $84,200 – 90,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $91,700-114,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.
Closing Date Review of resumes to begin on March 5, 2024.
Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: projobs@lasoregon.org
As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following:
LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued.
How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response.
Please note, we will not review applications that are not emailed directly to the above email address.
If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org.
We celebrate diversity
LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Feb 23, 2024
Full time
Supervising Attorney – Portland Regional Office
The Portland Regional Office (PRO) of Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a family law supervising attorney. The person in this position supervises staff attorneys and paralegals and assists the Regional Director in directing the legal advocacy and outreach of the office.
Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems.
The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. The Portland Office has adopted a race equity agenda to guide its work with clients as well as its internal operations. The office has a strong commitment to building an inclusive, diverse workplace.
Responsibilities This position assists the Regional Director in supervising and developing staff attorneys and paralegals, managing legal advocacy and outreach, ensuring programmatic compliance with regulations, and directing strategic litigation. They will supervise a team of staff attorneys and paralegals, manage an active caseload ranging from brief service and advice to full representation, and join the supervisory team at PRO. The supervising attorney is expected to provide structure and cohesion for community-based outreach, and training, and aid in the development of strategic impact litigation and advocacy aimed at impacting the lives of low-income people in Oregon.
A significant part of this position is to bring enthusiasm and excitement to the work of the office and provide positive support to and mentoring of lawyers. This person is also expected to demonstrate solid understanding of anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression and help lead the office in its effort to implement a race equity framework.
Qualifications Five years of legal experience is required, preferably in the areas of family law, civil rights, immigration or public benefits, and at least one year of supervisory experience. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable clients. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of poverty law experience and have experience and aptitude for supervising others and providing developmental planning for staff. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and are members of the Oregon State Bar.
Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $75,200 – 82,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $84,200 – 90,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $91,700-114,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.
Closing Date Review of resumes to begin on March 5, 2024.
Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: projobs@lasoregon.org
As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following:
LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued.
How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response.
Please note, we will not review applications that are not emailed directly to the above email address.
If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org.
We celebrate diversity
LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
The Climate Jobs National Resource Center (CJNRC) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Director committed to building a clean energy economy at the scale science demands, creating good union careers, and reversing racial and economic inequality. CJNRC is a labor-led organization at the forefront of the fight to combat the climate crisis and reverse racial and economic inequality.
CJNRC is the hub of a growing network of union-led, state-based climate jobs coalitions, providing unions with the information, support, and expertise to lead on climate action. The coalitions we support are organizing to build a clean energy economy at the scale and pace that climate science demands, create and expand access to good union jobs in under-resourced communities, and advance equity.
CJNRC and our network of coalitions are at the leading edge of both workers’ rights and climate action, two defining issues of our time. The coalitions have helped pass the nation’s most ambitious climate policies, won the strongest labor and equity standards for clean energy workers in the country, and built winning campaigns for worker-centered and equity-focused climate investments and good union jobs that will transform the future of the US economy.
Responsibilities:
The Legal Director oversees a team of staff attorneys and plays a key leadership role in supporting CJNRC’s work to develop legal and legislative strategies in collaboration with coalitions and stakeholders. This position works closely with and supervises the day-to-day work of CJNRC’s staff attorneys and reports to the General Counsel, and performs work for the CJNRC Action Fund. The Legal Director also coordinates with CJNRC’s Policy, Campaigns, and Communications teams at the national level.
Specific Responsibilities include:
Program support: CJNRC is dedicated to educating about and advocating for state and local initiatives. This role will lead and develop our program by working with a team of three staff attorneys to analyze applicable procurement laws, laws and regulations governing labor standards, and laws governing restrictions on local legislative initiatives, and the federal, interstate regulation of energy. The attorney hired for this position will help identify legal strategies and a wide variety of obstacles that need to be overcome to advance our vision and will oversee the work of staff attorneys to ensure the excellence of our legal work.
Institutional support: CJNRC operates in a highly regulated area. A number of federal, state and local laws will affect its work or impose burdens that it must meet. Analysis of these regulations and navigating the regulatory shoals they create is an important part of the legal work.
Management: CJNRC is committed to the support and development of our staff. In addition to supervising the day-to-day work of the staff attorneys, this position will work with each attorney to ensure their professional development and to identify areas for growth that serves our program and mission. The Legal Director will also support the General Counsel on a variety of organizational and corporate matters.
Qualifications
A demonstrated commitment to progressive economic, social, environmental, gender, and racial justice, a familiarity with the issues that are central to CJNRC’s work and vision, and a commitment to community and labor organizing
10 to 15 years of relevant legal experience and demonstrated experience managing teams
A demonstrated interest in supporting strategic campaigns, policy or research for unions and other advocacy organizations.
Familiarity with corporate research, financial analysis, and employment law
Strong technical research and legal writing skills including for non-legal audiences
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in politically sensitive and high-pressure environments and with diverse teams
Willingness to travel occasionally
Willingness to work in a fully remote context
Working conditions: This is a full-time exempt position that works remotely. Long hours will be required on occasion. The position may require occasional travel. CJNRC follows public health guidance related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Compensation: The salary range for the position is $150-180,000/year depending upon the candidate’s experience. CJNRC offers an excellent benefits package that includes employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for full-time staff and their qualified dependents, a voluntary dependent care assistance program, and generous time off.
To Apply: Send application with resume, cover letter, and a short writing sample as a single document, to: dfitzpatrick@bredhoff.com . Please use the subject line “Legal Director.”
This position is open until filled; however, the posting/acceptance of applications may close at any time. Job descriptions do not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of every activity or responsibility that is required CJNRC is committed to equal opportunity, and to a diverse and equitable workplace, and encourages applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, genders and gender identities, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and veteran status. We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core organizational values and objectives to apply.
Feb 15, 2024
Full time
The Climate Jobs National Resource Center (CJNRC) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Director committed to building a clean energy economy at the scale science demands, creating good union careers, and reversing racial and economic inequality. CJNRC is a labor-led organization at the forefront of the fight to combat the climate crisis and reverse racial and economic inequality.
CJNRC is the hub of a growing network of union-led, state-based climate jobs coalitions, providing unions with the information, support, and expertise to lead on climate action. The coalitions we support are organizing to build a clean energy economy at the scale and pace that climate science demands, create and expand access to good union jobs in under-resourced communities, and advance equity.
CJNRC and our network of coalitions are at the leading edge of both workers’ rights and climate action, two defining issues of our time. The coalitions have helped pass the nation’s most ambitious climate policies, won the strongest labor and equity standards for clean energy workers in the country, and built winning campaigns for worker-centered and equity-focused climate investments and good union jobs that will transform the future of the US economy.
Responsibilities:
The Legal Director oversees a team of staff attorneys and plays a key leadership role in supporting CJNRC’s work to develop legal and legislative strategies in collaboration with coalitions and stakeholders. This position works closely with and supervises the day-to-day work of CJNRC’s staff attorneys and reports to the General Counsel, and performs work for the CJNRC Action Fund. The Legal Director also coordinates with CJNRC’s Policy, Campaigns, and Communications teams at the national level.
Specific Responsibilities include:
Program support: CJNRC is dedicated to educating about and advocating for state and local initiatives. This role will lead and develop our program by working with a team of three staff attorneys to analyze applicable procurement laws, laws and regulations governing labor standards, and laws governing restrictions on local legislative initiatives, and the federal, interstate regulation of energy. The attorney hired for this position will help identify legal strategies and a wide variety of obstacles that need to be overcome to advance our vision and will oversee the work of staff attorneys to ensure the excellence of our legal work.
Institutional support: CJNRC operates in a highly regulated area. A number of federal, state and local laws will affect its work or impose burdens that it must meet. Analysis of these regulations and navigating the regulatory shoals they create is an important part of the legal work.
Management: CJNRC is committed to the support and development of our staff. In addition to supervising the day-to-day work of the staff attorneys, this position will work with each attorney to ensure their professional development and to identify areas for growth that serves our program and mission. The Legal Director will also support the General Counsel on a variety of organizational and corporate matters.
Qualifications
A demonstrated commitment to progressive economic, social, environmental, gender, and racial justice, a familiarity with the issues that are central to CJNRC’s work and vision, and a commitment to community and labor organizing
10 to 15 years of relevant legal experience and demonstrated experience managing teams
A demonstrated interest in supporting strategic campaigns, policy or research for unions and other advocacy organizations.
Familiarity with corporate research, financial analysis, and employment law
Strong technical research and legal writing skills including for non-legal audiences
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in politically sensitive and high-pressure environments and with diverse teams
Willingness to travel occasionally
Willingness to work in a fully remote context
Working conditions: This is a full-time exempt position that works remotely. Long hours will be required on occasion. The position may require occasional travel. CJNRC follows public health guidance related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Compensation: The salary range for the position is $150-180,000/year depending upon the candidate’s experience. CJNRC offers an excellent benefits package that includes employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for full-time staff and their qualified dependents, a voluntary dependent care assistance program, and generous time off.
To Apply: Send application with resume, cover letter, and a short writing sample as a single document, to: dfitzpatrick@bredhoff.com . Please use the subject line “Legal Director.”
This position is open until filled; however, the posting/acceptance of applications may close at any time. Job descriptions do not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of every activity or responsibility that is required CJNRC is committed to equal opportunity, and to a diverse and equitable workplace, and encourages applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, genders and gender identities, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and veteran status. We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core organizational values and objectives to apply.
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children facing removal proceedings through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
Essential Functions:
Oversee paralegals ensuring the provision of high-quality intakes and legal orientations for unaccompanied children residing in immigration detention facilities. Review legal screenings conducted by paralegals to determine children's preliminary eligibility for immigration relief.
Make "friend-of-the-court" appearances on the juvenile detained docket in Immigration Court on behalf of detained children. Enter representation in certain cases.
Communicate regularly with shelter staff regarding the status of children in detention; advocate for alternative placements on behalf of children who are in danger of "aging out" of ORR care or seeking placement in long-term foster care facilities.
As needed, represent a smaller docket of children in their applications for relief who do not have reunification options and must remain longer in detention.
Once children are released locally from detention, provide zealous direct legal representation to children in their removal proceedings and in their applications for immigration relief. In certain cases, depending on experience, caseload, and organizational priorities, place those cases with pro bono attorneys and provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys. The percentage of mentoring and direct representation caseloads will be determined by management in the Legal Programs component.
Perform ordinary functions of legal counsel providing direct representation, including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state court or agencies, and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Place cases with pro bono attorneys and build relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, help develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. With supervision, present training to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Ensure entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Contribute to overall office functioning, including joining field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, participating in the field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-legal staff including onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins, and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar (If not admitted to local state bar, must sit for bar exam or start waiver to be admitted within 6 months and be able to be admitted within one year of employment).
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum 1-year experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum 1-year experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, or experience working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing.
Ability to take initiative, multi-task, and work independently.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers preferred.
Ability to work within an office environment and have regular interaction via telephone, videoconference, IM, and email with KIND's team.
Regular/weekly travel to local immigration detention facility required.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $84,300 a year
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KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Feb 14, 2024
Full time
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children facing removal proceedings through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
Essential Functions:
Oversee paralegals ensuring the provision of high-quality intakes and legal orientations for unaccompanied children residing in immigration detention facilities. Review legal screenings conducted by paralegals to determine children's preliminary eligibility for immigration relief.
Make "friend-of-the-court" appearances on the juvenile detained docket in Immigration Court on behalf of detained children. Enter representation in certain cases.
Communicate regularly with shelter staff regarding the status of children in detention; advocate for alternative placements on behalf of children who are in danger of "aging out" of ORR care or seeking placement in long-term foster care facilities.
As needed, represent a smaller docket of children in their applications for relief who do not have reunification options and must remain longer in detention.
Once children are released locally from detention, provide zealous direct legal representation to children in their removal proceedings and in their applications for immigration relief. In certain cases, depending on experience, caseload, and organizational priorities, place those cases with pro bono attorneys and provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys. The percentage of mentoring and direct representation caseloads will be determined by management in the Legal Programs component.
Perform ordinary functions of legal counsel providing direct representation, including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state court or agencies, and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Place cases with pro bono attorneys and build relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, help develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. With supervision, present training to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Ensure entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Contribute to overall office functioning, including joining field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, participating in the field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-legal staff including onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins, and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar (If not admitted to local state bar, must sit for bar exam or start waiver to be admitted within 6 months and be able to be admitted within one year of employment).
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum 1-year experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum 1-year experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, or experience working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing.
Ability to take initiative, multi-task, and work independently.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers preferred.
Ability to work within an office environment and have regular interaction via telephone, videoconference, IM, and email with KIND's team.
Regular/weekly travel to local immigration detention facility required.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $84,300 a year
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KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
$60,011 / year or higher DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits .
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov .
James City County’s Colonial Community Corrections Agency seeks an individual to perform advanced professional work supervising probation staff to achieve effective case management for misdemeanant and nonviolent felony offenders referred to Colonial Community Corrections (CCC). Provides leadership and coordinates day-to-day operations of the agency in coordination with and in the absence of the CCC Agency Director.
Responsibilities:
Provides direct supervision to senior (supervisory) pretrial and probation officers and provides guidance and support to all staff to help achieve goals and standards; responds to employee work-related problems, gathers and maintains documentation to assist Director with evaluations, recommendations, and personnel actions.
Assists the Director in the formulation, implementation, and modification of probation and pretrial policies.
Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with all components of the criminal justice system to include federal, state, and local law enforcement, correctional, and social service agencies. Confers with judges, attorneys, and other parties to interpret office policy and procedures. When necessary, coordinates cross-agency training and problem solving.
Assists in developing, managing, and monitoring all staff training programs to ensure compliance with minimum standards.
Assists in resolving offender and defendant related issues through staffing and review of cases; guides/recommends appropriate sanctions or other actions deemed necessary.
Occasionally, may perform the duties of a probation officer or supervising probation officer.
Performs case reviews on Comprehensive Community Corrections Act/Pretrial Services Act case files as required by program standards; meets with director to discuss case review findings; performs follow-up case reviews as necessary.
Maintains offender/defendant files and computer database management system; maintains integrity of management information system and database management system ensuring monthly reports are sent to Department of Criminal Justice Services.
Assists the CCC Director with budget preparation and maintenance, quarterly and annual reports, grant writing and other related financial reports.
Acts in the absence of the Director.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, human services or related field and extensive experience in adult probation, criminal justice or related field; Master’s Degree preferred.
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and an acceptable driving record based on James City County criteria.
Knowledge of the criminal justice system; interviewing and assessing offender behavior. • Skill in computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to plan and organize work, supervise the work of others, communicated effectively orally and written, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with community agencies and organizations, Department of Criminal Justice Services, and Colonial Corrections staff and offenders.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until 11:59PM on 11/16/2023. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov .
Dec 05, 2023
Full time
$60,011 / year or higher DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits .
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov .
James City County’s Colonial Community Corrections Agency seeks an individual to perform advanced professional work supervising probation staff to achieve effective case management for misdemeanant and nonviolent felony offenders referred to Colonial Community Corrections (CCC). Provides leadership and coordinates day-to-day operations of the agency in coordination with and in the absence of the CCC Agency Director.
Responsibilities:
Provides direct supervision to senior (supervisory) pretrial and probation officers and provides guidance and support to all staff to help achieve goals and standards; responds to employee work-related problems, gathers and maintains documentation to assist Director with evaluations, recommendations, and personnel actions.
Assists the Director in the formulation, implementation, and modification of probation and pretrial policies.
Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with all components of the criminal justice system to include federal, state, and local law enforcement, correctional, and social service agencies. Confers with judges, attorneys, and other parties to interpret office policy and procedures. When necessary, coordinates cross-agency training and problem solving.
Assists in developing, managing, and monitoring all staff training programs to ensure compliance with minimum standards.
Assists in resolving offender and defendant related issues through staffing and review of cases; guides/recommends appropriate sanctions or other actions deemed necessary.
Occasionally, may perform the duties of a probation officer or supervising probation officer.
Performs case reviews on Comprehensive Community Corrections Act/Pretrial Services Act case files as required by program standards; meets with director to discuss case review findings; performs follow-up case reviews as necessary.
Maintains offender/defendant files and computer database management system; maintains integrity of management information system and database management system ensuring monthly reports are sent to Department of Criminal Justice Services.
Assists the CCC Director with budget preparation and maintenance, quarterly and annual reports, grant writing and other related financial reports.
Acts in the absence of the Director.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, human services or related field and extensive experience in adult probation, criminal justice or related field; Master’s Degree preferred.
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and an acceptable driving record based on James City County criteria.
Knowledge of the criminal justice system; interviewing and assessing offender behavior. • Skill in computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to plan and organize work, supervise the work of others, communicated effectively orally and written, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with community agencies and organizations, Department of Criminal Justice Services, and Colonial Corrections staff and offenders.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until 11:59PM on 11/16/2023. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov .
Job Summary
At District Court, we carry out our mission of serving the people of Clark County with commitment to excellence. We are passionate about creating an inclusive work culture that celebrates and promotes diversity. Find your calling with us! Our team is currently looking for a Judicial Assistant to join a dynamic and innovative group of team members working in direct support of the judicial officers of District Court. This position is assigned to the Judicial Assistants Unit, which consists of approximately 13 members. Judicial Assistants are assigned to a specific Judicial department and may be re-assigned as operational needs arise. Here in District Court, we strongly believe in the value and the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to making them central to our mission and vision as we serve our community and each other. We celebrate diversity because it brings innovation and offers unique perspectives and learning opportunities. We are intentional with advancing equity, because it allows all of us to achieve great things while honoring individual uniqueness. We champion inclusion, because when we belong, we are free to be our genuine best selves and build meaningful partnerships. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This job consists of highly responsible and varied technical and legal process work in support of the District Court system. It requires advanced knowledge of legal terminology and regulations, and court processes and procedures. We work with multiple complex computer systems simultaneously; therefore, advanced technological skills are required. Nature of our work requires a high degree of reliability and confidentiality, accuracy and speed, innovation, and the ability to multitask and prioritize. This position is an M3 non-represented position and is eligible for the following benefits: https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits First review of candidates will be December 15. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first review date.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
An associate degree or equivalent experience and (3) three years to (6) six years of progressively responsible work experience within a court environment.
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered
Success in this position requires:
Ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment and follow, understand, and apply prescribed procedures, policies, laws, and regulations to the legal processing activities of the Court systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, management, and peers, as well as the public served by the department.
Effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
Advanced technological skills in computer programs and applications.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and to adhere to ethical conduct.
Selection Process:
Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.
Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.
Examples of Duties
As a Judicial Assistant your typical daily responsibilities will be to:
Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate court hearings.
Maintain digital record of proceedings, hold, and facilitate virtual and in-person court hearings, manage live internet streaming of courtroom proceedings.
Prepare and distribute legal forms, orders, warrants, and update the court’s judicial information system with information such as hearings held, dispositions, sentence conditions, warrants, no contact orders, domestic violence orders, anti-harassment orders, name changes, probation violations and civil judgments.
Assist Judicial Officer with jury trials. Attend all court proceedings and perform court related functions such as marking and keeping evidence, supervising the movement of jurors, acting as liaison between the judge and jurors, arranging for meals, and contacting attorneys when needed for juror questions or a verdict.
Provide information to the public, co-workers, and outside agencies concerning case or court process-related information.
Participate in daily team assignments in support of Court’s operations.
Maintain multiple data and case management systems.
Assist in training and mentoring of other staff.
Actively advance District Court's mission and vision by promoting the culture of learning, innovation, inclusion, and respect.
Salary Grade
M3.8
Salary Range
$27.44 - $37.04- per hour
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Dec 01, 2023
Full time
Job Summary
At District Court, we carry out our mission of serving the people of Clark County with commitment to excellence. We are passionate about creating an inclusive work culture that celebrates and promotes diversity. Find your calling with us! Our team is currently looking for a Judicial Assistant to join a dynamic and innovative group of team members working in direct support of the judicial officers of District Court. This position is assigned to the Judicial Assistants Unit, which consists of approximately 13 members. Judicial Assistants are assigned to a specific Judicial department and may be re-assigned as operational needs arise. Here in District Court, we strongly believe in the value and the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to making them central to our mission and vision as we serve our community and each other. We celebrate diversity because it brings innovation and offers unique perspectives and learning opportunities. We are intentional with advancing equity, because it allows all of us to achieve great things while honoring individual uniqueness. We champion inclusion, because when we belong, we are free to be our genuine best selves and build meaningful partnerships. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This job consists of highly responsible and varied technical and legal process work in support of the District Court system. It requires advanced knowledge of legal terminology and regulations, and court processes and procedures. We work with multiple complex computer systems simultaneously; therefore, advanced technological skills are required. Nature of our work requires a high degree of reliability and confidentiality, accuracy and speed, innovation, and the ability to multitask and prioritize. This position is an M3 non-represented position and is eligible for the following benefits: https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits First review of candidates will be December 15. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first review date.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
An associate degree or equivalent experience and (3) three years to (6) six years of progressively responsible work experience within a court environment.
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered
Success in this position requires:
Ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment and follow, understand, and apply prescribed procedures, policies, laws, and regulations to the legal processing activities of the Court systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, management, and peers, as well as the public served by the department.
Effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
Advanced technological skills in computer programs and applications.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and to adhere to ethical conduct.
Selection Process:
Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.
Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.
Examples of Duties
As a Judicial Assistant your typical daily responsibilities will be to:
Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate court hearings.
Maintain digital record of proceedings, hold, and facilitate virtual and in-person court hearings, manage live internet streaming of courtroom proceedings.
Prepare and distribute legal forms, orders, warrants, and update the court’s judicial information system with information such as hearings held, dispositions, sentence conditions, warrants, no contact orders, domestic violence orders, anti-harassment orders, name changes, probation violations and civil judgments.
Assist Judicial Officer with jury trials. Attend all court proceedings and perform court related functions such as marking and keeping evidence, supervising the movement of jurors, acting as liaison between the judge and jurors, arranging for meals, and contacting attorneys when needed for juror questions or a verdict.
Provide information to the public, co-workers, and outside agencies concerning case or court process-related information.
Participate in daily team assignments in support of Court’s operations.
Maintain multiple data and case management systems.
Assist in training and mentoring of other staff.
Actively advance District Court's mission and vision by promoting the culture of learning, innovation, inclusion, and respect.
Salary Grade
M3.8
Salary Range
$27.44 - $37.04- per hour
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
THE POSITION
The Pennsylvania Governor’s Office of General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a professional administrative officer for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Office of Chief Counsel for the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. We are looking for an individual with experience in legal support and office management to be appointed as Legal Office Administrator 1. Showcase your occupational skillset while providing valuable services to the operational needs within the Commonwealth, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Legal Office Administrator 1, you will be responsible for overseeing docketing and managing case files, supervising staff in preparing pleadings to be filed, drafting correspondence, assisting attorneys in the preparation of cases for court or other tribunals, and ensuring contracts are properly prepared for execution.
We are looking for someone who possesses experience managing a staff that supports a legal office including a history of leadership, team building, and process development and implementation. Experience preparing legal pleadings for the Pennsylvania courts, conducting legal research, drafting legal correspondence, or other professional legal experience is imperative. Within this role, you will have the ability to independently handle matters of varying complexity.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days a week (anticipated). In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Two years of varied office management or staff work within a public or private legal office.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Nov 22, 2023
Full time
THE POSITION
The Pennsylvania Governor’s Office of General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a professional administrative officer for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Office of Chief Counsel for the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. We are looking for an individual with experience in legal support and office management to be appointed as Legal Office Administrator 1. Showcase your occupational skillset while providing valuable services to the operational needs within the Commonwealth, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Legal Office Administrator 1, you will be responsible for overseeing docketing and managing case files, supervising staff in preparing pleadings to be filed, drafting correspondence, assisting attorneys in the preparation of cases for court or other tribunals, and ensuring contracts are properly prepared for execution.
We are looking for someone who possesses experience managing a staff that supports a legal office including a history of leadership, team building, and process development and implementation. Experience preparing legal pleadings for the Pennsylvania courts, conducting legal research, drafting legal correspondence, or other professional legal experience is imperative. Within this role, you will have the ability to independently handle matters of varying complexity.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days a week (anticipated). In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Two years of varied office management or staff work within a public or private legal office.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Job Summary
This job consists of highly responsible and varied technical and legal process work in support of the District Court system. It requires advanced knowledge of legal terminology and regulations, and court processes and procedures. We work with multiple complex computer systems simultaneously; therefore, advanced technological skills are required. Nature of our work requires a high degree of reliability and confidentiality, accuracy and speed, innovation, and the ability to multitask and prioritize.
Qualifications
As a Judicial Assistant your typical daily responsibilities will be to:
Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate court hearings.
Maintain digital record of proceedings, hold, and facilitate virtual and in-person court hearings, manage live internet streaming of courtroom proceedings.
Prepare and distribute legal forms, orders, warrants, and update the court’s judicial information system with information such as hearings held, dispositions, sentence conditions, warrants, no contact orders, domestic violence orders, anti-harassment orders, name changes, probation violations and civil judgments.
Assist Judicial Officer with jury trials. Attend all court proceedings and perform court related functions such as marking and keeping evidence, supervising the movement of jurors, acting as liaison between the judge and jurors, arranging for meals, and contacting attorneys when needed for juror questions or a verdict.
Provide information to the public, co-workers, and outside agencies concerning case or court process-related information.
Participate in daily team assignments in support of Court’s operations.
Maintain multiple data and case management systems.
Assist in training and mentoring of other staff.
Actively advance District Court's mission and vision by promoting the culture of learning, innovation, inclusion, and respect.
Examples of Duties
Qualifications:
An associate degree or equivalent experience and (3) three years to (6) six years of progressively responsible work experience within a court environment.
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered
Success in this position requires:
Ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment and follow, understand, and apply prescribed procedures, policies, laws, and regulations to the legal processing activities of the Court systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, management, and peers, as well as the public served by the department.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored) , please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: M3.8 $27.44 - $37.04- per hour
Oct 04, 2023
Full time
Job Summary
This job consists of highly responsible and varied technical and legal process work in support of the District Court system. It requires advanced knowledge of legal terminology and regulations, and court processes and procedures. We work with multiple complex computer systems simultaneously; therefore, advanced technological skills are required. Nature of our work requires a high degree of reliability and confidentiality, accuracy and speed, innovation, and the ability to multitask and prioritize.
Qualifications
As a Judicial Assistant your typical daily responsibilities will be to:
Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate court hearings.
Maintain digital record of proceedings, hold, and facilitate virtual and in-person court hearings, manage live internet streaming of courtroom proceedings.
Prepare and distribute legal forms, orders, warrants, and update the court’s judicial information system with information such as hearings held, dispositions, sentence conditions, warrants, no contact orders, domestic violence orders, anti-harassment orders, name changes, probation violations and civil judgments.
Assist Judicial Officer with jury trials. Attend all court proceedings and perform court related functions such as marking and keeping evidence, supervising the movement of jurors, acting as liaison between the judge and jurors, arranging for meals, and contacting attorneys when needed for juror questions or a verdict.
Provide information to the public, co-workers, and outside agencies concerning case or court process-related information.
Participate in daily team assignments in support of Court’s operations.
Maintain multiple data and case management systems.
Assist in training and mentoring of other staff.
Actively advance District Court's mission and vision by promoting the culture of learning, innovation, inclusion, and respect.
Examples of Duties
Qualifications:
An associate degree or equivalent experience and (3) three years to (6) six years of progressively responsible work experience within a court environment.
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered
Success in this position requires:
Ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment and follow, understand, and apply prescribed procedures, policies, laws, and regulations to the legal processing activities of the Court systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, management, and peers, as well as the public served by the department.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored) , please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: M3.8 $27.44 - $37.04- per hour
League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may work remotely and/or from an LCV office)
Title: Associate General Counsel Department : Legal & Strategic Initiatives Status : Exempt Reports To: General Counsel & SVP of Strategic Initiatives Positions Reporting to this Position: Compliance Director, Law clerk(s) Location: Flexible (the employee may work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 5% Union Position: No Job Classification Level: M-III Salary Range (depending on experience) : $102,000-$150,000
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate General Counsel who will be responsible for providing legal counsel and guidance of all LCV family organizations, including a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, and various political entities.
The Associate General Counsel provides legal oversight and risk management on a variety of issues involving the organization’s structure, government and regulatory compliance, governance, and contractual arrangements. The Associate General Counsel provides advice and training to staff, including senior staff, in matters including, but not limited to, electoral and political activities and communications, compliance with tax law and IRS regulations for nonprofit and charitable organizations, fundraising, telecommunications, and other risk management, with a particular emphasis on election and campaign finance matters. The Associate General Counsel supervises the Compliance Director and compliance team, as well as law clerks, as needed, and provides support to the General Counsel and SVP of Strategic Initiatives on departmental and budget management.
Responsibilities:
Advise on the conduct and structure of electoral activities and programs, including independent expenditure activities, coordinated activities and in-kind contributions, and candidate fundraising activities. Ensure that LCV and affiliated entities are in compliance with applicable federal, state and/or local election law, including registration and reporting requirements.
Supervise, lead and develop Compliance Director and compliance team, and provide oversight of their work managing campaign finance compliance reporting processes. Review and approve filings with the FEC, IRS, and state agencies.
Work with Human Resources to respond to employee relations and labor management matters by providing day-to-day legal advice and counseling on a wide range of activities and programs related to employment and labor matters.
Advise on compliance with federal and state lobbying and ethics laws and regulations, including the Lobbyist Disclosure Act and associated reporting.
Advise on the conduct of fundraising and advocacy activities, including telemarketing, direct mail, text messaging campaigns, online and television advertising, field canvassing, and social media in accordance with applicable law, and review public communications and materials.
Draft, review and negotiate contractual agreements of all types and oversee the organization’s contract management system.
Draft and review grant agreements, reports, and proposals.
Advise on federal and state telecommunications law issues, particularly issues relating to the federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Develop and conduct staff trainings on legal issues, organizational policies and procedures, and conduct legal orientation sessions for new staff members.
Conduct other legal research and prepare memos and other communications for the General Counsel, as needed.
Track legal developments and pending legislation and regulations that may impact the organization’s operations or activities.
Assist in developing, implementing and monitoring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Aid the General Counsel in corporate and governance oversight.
Work collaboratively with outside counsel and monitor and identify when seeking advice of outside counsel is warranted.
Provide proactive guidance and advice to staff and work consistently and creatively to ensure that all staff can have their legal needs met efficiently, equitably, and respectfully and in alignment with our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning and sustainability.
Center racial justice and equity in the design and execution of work, staff engagement, and leadership, and contribute to the goal of becoming an anti-racist organization.
Assist General Counsel in department management and operations, including budgeting, department’s racial justice and equity goal setting and tracking, board updates and other reports, as needed.
Travel up to 5% of the time for staff retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education : JD degree from an accredited law school; bar membership in good standing in at least one state or the District of Columbia required.
Work Experience : Required – At least five years of full-time experience in law, with experience in nonprofit operations and governance, nonprofit tax law, and federal and state campaign finance law. Experience drafting or negotiating contractual agreements. Management and supervisory experience, including supervising other attorneys and/or law clerks. Preferred – Experience in employment, labor and or immigration law. Experience working with or for regulatory agencies.
Skills: Required – Demonstrates expertise in a variety of legal field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. Demonstrated relationship building skills; solid judgment; critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; ability to handle multiple tasks; highly organized. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with all staff levels. Ability to communicate legal concepts and guidelines to staff and conduct effective trainings. Proficient computer skills and research abilities using the Internet. Specific technical skills are required in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Google Drive, and Westlaw. Ability to work under pressure under multiple deadlines and shifting priorities. Ability to manage confidential information. Preferred – Spanish language competency.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding of the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to addressing climate change effectively.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate General Counsel” in the subject line by June 26, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Jun 13, 2023
Full time
Title: Associate General Counsel Department : Legal & Strategic Initiatives Status : Exempt Reports To: General Counsel & SVP of Strategic Initiatives Positions Reporting to this Position: Compliance Director, Law clerk(s) Location: Flexible (the employee may work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 5% Union Position: No Job Classification Level: M-III Salary Range (depending on experience) : $102,000-$150,000
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate General Counsel who will be responsible for providing legal counsel and guidance of all LCV family organizations, including a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, and various political entities.
The Associate General Counsel provides legal oversight and risk management on a variety of issues involving the organization’s structure, government and regulatory compliance, governance, and contractual arrangements. The Associate General Counsel provides advice and training to staff, including senior staff, in matters including, but not limited to, electoral and political activities and communications, compliance with tax law and IRS regulations for nonprofit and charitable organizations, fundraising, telecommunications, and other risk management, with a particular emphasis on election and campaign finance matters. The Associate General Counsel supervises the Compliance Director and compliance team, as well as law clerks, as needed, and provides support to the General Counsel and SVP of Strategic Initiatives on departmental and budget management.
Responsibilities:
Advise on the conduct and structure of electoral activities and programs, including independent expenditure activities, coordinated activities and in-kind contributions, and candidate fundraising activities. Ensure that LCV and affiliated entities are in compliance with applicable federal, state and/or local election law, including registration and reporting requirements.
Supervise, lead and develop Compliance Director and compliance team, and provide oversight of their work managing campaign finance compliance reporting processes. Review and approve filings with the FEC, IRS, and state agencies.
Work with Human Resources to respond to employee relations and labor management matters by providing day-to-day legal advice and counseling on a wide range of activities and programs related to employment and labor matters.
Advise on compliance with federal and state lobbying and ethics laws and regulations, including the Lobbyist Disclosure Act and associated reporting.
Advise on the conduct of fundraising and advocacy activities, including telemarketing, direct mail, text messaging campaigns, online and television advertising, field canvassing, and social media in accordance with applicable law, and review public communications and materials.
Draft, review and negotiate contractual agreements of all types and oversee the organization’s contract management system.
Draft and review grant agreements, reports, and proposals.
Advise on federal and state telecommunications law issues, particularly issues relating to the federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Develop and conduct staff trainings on legal issues, organizational policies and procedures, and conduct legal orientation sessions for new staff members.
Conduct other legal research and prepare memos and other communications for the General Counsel, as needed.
Track legal developments and pending legislation and regulations that may impact the organization’s operations or activities.
Assist in developing, implementing and monitoring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Aid the General Counsel in corporate and governance oversight.
Work collaboratively with outside counsel and monitor and identify when seeking advice of outside counsel is warranted.
Provide proactive guidance and advice to staff and work consistently and creatively to ensure that all staff can have their legal needs met efficiently, equitably, and respectfully and in alignment with our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning and sustainability.
Center racial justice and equity in the design and execution of work, staff engagement, and leadership, and contribute to the goal of becoming an anti-racist organization.
Assist General Counsel in department management and operations, including budgeting, department’s racial justice and equity goal setting and tracking, board updates and other reports, as needed.
Travel up to 5% of the time for staff retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education : JD degree from an accredited law school; bar membership in good standing in at least one state or the District of Columbia required.
Work Experience : Required – At least five years of full-time experience in law, with experience in nonprofit operations and governance, nonprofit tax law, and federal and state campaign finance law. Experience drafting or negotiating contractual agreements. Management and supervisory experience, including supervising other attorneys and/or law clerks. Preferred – Experience in employment, labor and or immigration law. Experience working with or for regulatory agencies.
Skills: Required – Demonstrates expertise in a variety of legal field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. Demonstrated relationship building skills; solid judgment; critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; ability to handle multiple tasks; highly organized. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with all staff levels. Ability to communicate legal concepts and guidelines to staff and conduct effective trainings. Proficient computer skills and research abilities using the Internet. Specific technical skills are required in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Google Drive, and Westlaw. Ability to work under pressure under multiple deadlines and shifting priorities. Ability to manage confidential information. Preferred – Spanish language competency.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding of the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to addressing climate change effectively.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate General Counsel” in the subject line by June 26, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Office of The Alternate Defense Counsel
1300 Broadway, #330 Denver, Colorado 80203
The new OADC Postconviction Unit will provide direct representation to people pursuing claims under Crim. P. Rule 35(c) and 35(a), where the court has found they are indigent, and the OSPD has declared a conflict of interest. The unit will operate independently within the agency structure.
The Postconviction Unit Director will design and launch the OADC’s new Postconviction Unit. This is an innovative and unique opportunity to build a direct client services unit from scratch, that is dedicated to holistic team-oriented defense, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and social justice reform.
As this unit gets created, the director will be responsible for tasks such as:
Recruiting and hiring personnel (anticipated to be): 4 staff attorneys, 1 paralegal, 1 social worker, 2 investigators, and 1 legal assistant;
Building out necessary office infrastructure, including but not limited to office space, equipment, and software;
Creating internal organizational protocols for handling and tracking cases, and compiling data and demographics;
Designing best practice models for all staff positions that incorporate holistic, team-oriented, and client-centered representation;
Creating standards that ensure staff continuity and burnout reduction while encouraging positive client-centered relationships.
Some of the additional anticipated tasks the director will do include:
Training new, diverse team members who are dedicated to public defense and social justice reform;
Supervising all team members to ensure best practices are consistently followed;
Engaging in direct representation in postconviction work;
Tracking cases to identify patterns and responsibly grow the program;
Implementing best practice protocols to ensure a balanced workplace and caseloads, and avoid burnout;
Providing trainings and educational development for post-conviction teams;
Participating in the annual budget process; and
Creating and implementing innovative policies and procedures.
This is a dynamic and new position where duties will evolve, and the Postconviction Unit Director should anticipate fulfilling other duties as assigned that are reasonable and necessary to fulfill OADC’s mission.
The OADC is a collaborative agency designed for people who thrive in a team environment. This position reports to the OADC Director and will periodically engage with other OADC team members.
Our ideal candidate will be passionate about team-oriented, holistic public defense and zealous in their commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and empathy. The ideal candidate will have a vision and passion for postconviction client-centered direct representation and litigation and possess strong leadership, innovative programmatic development, and strong organizational skills. The person will need to work both collaboratively and independently to build their team, organize the unit and shape its design, processes, and procedures.
There is a preference for a person who has:
At least five years of criminal and/or youth indigent defense experience, including postconviction work;
Knowledge of Colorado procedural and substantive criminal law;
Extensive mentorship and supervision skills with new lawyers and law students;
Ability to lead an interdisciplinary team;
Ability to communicate and work cooperatively with a wide range of people, including government personnel and officials, law enforcement, attorneys, record custodians, social workers, investigators, paralegals, prison officials, and members of the community;
Excellent legal research, writing, and organizational skills; and
Program development and management skills.
There is a preference for someone who possesses the following subject matter knowledge and expertise:
Ineffective assistance of counsel claims;
DNA and other forensic evidence;
Developing investigative plans, interviewing witnesses and drafting statements and affidavits;
Experience managing complex multi-year litigation criminal cases;
The importance of cohesive, in-depth mitigation;
Best practices regarding holistic defense and interdisciplinary criminal defense; and
Reporting and case data analysis.
If you are offered employment, the following are the conditions of employment:
Be a current resident of the State of Colorado or become a resident of the State of Colorado within 30 days of the hire date;
Be currently licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado or can be licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado within 90 days of the hire date;
Be willing to submit to a routine background investigation, including a criminal history check; and
If hired, the Immigration Reform and Control Act requires you to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States within three workdays.
You must provide a resume, a cover letter, and an original writing sample. A post-conviction writing sample is preferred. Two letters of recommendation are preferred. Please complete the online application at the link below by 11:59 pm on Sunday June 25, 2023. Please add noreply@fs2.formsite.com as a safe sender. Once you submit your application, you will receive an automatic email from Formsite. If you cannot find this email, please look in your spam/junk folder.
https://fs2.formsite.com/OADC/nd3fixmbri/index
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be accepted. Please direct any additional inquiries or questions to job@coloradoadc.com .
The State of Colorado is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Click here for further information about State of Colorado Employee Benefits. In addition to benefits offered by the State of Colorado, there is a gym located in the Ralph Carr Building for use by OADC employees, you will receive an RTD pass, a cell phone stipend each month, and a flexible work schedule.
The Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, social class, national origin, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or political affiliation. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and an environment of representation diversity, and encourage individuals of many identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply.
To request accommodation, please contact Daniel Nunez at daniel@coloradoadc.com or (720) 994-2844 as soon as possible. Any person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to participate in the hiring process. The person making the request may be asked to provide additional information regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed, which will be kept confidential. Advance preparation may be required, so timely requests for accommodation are appreciated.
May 26, 2023
Full time
The new OADC Postconviction Unit will provide direct representation to people pursuing claims under Crim. P. Rule 35(c) and 35(a), where the court has found they are indigent, and the OSPD has declared a conflict of interest. The unit will operate independently within the agency structure.
The Postconviction Unit Director will design and launch the OADC’s new Postconviction Unit. This is an innovative and unique opportunity to build a direct client services unit from scratch, that is dedicated to holistic team-oriented defense, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and social justice reform.
As this unit gets created, the director will be responsible for tasks such as:
Recruiting and hiring personnel (anticipated to be): 4 staff attorneys, 1 paralegal, 1 social worker, 2 investigators, and 1 legal assistant;
Building out necessary office infrastructure, including but not limited to office space, equipment, and software;
Creating internal organizational protocols for handling and tracking cases, and compiling data and demographics;
Designing best practice models for all staff positions that incorporate holistic, team-oriented, and client-centered representation;
Creating standards that ensure staff continuity and burnout reduction while encouraging positive client-centered relationships.
Some of the additional anticipated tasks the director will do include:
Training new, diverse team members who are dedicated to public defense and social justice reform;
Supervising all team members to ensure best practices are consistently followed;
Engaging in direct representation in postconviction work;
Tracking cases to identify patterns and responsibly grow the program;
Implementing best practice protocols to ensure a balanced workplace and caseloads, and avoid burnout;
Providing trainings and educational development for post-conviction teams;
Participating in the annual budget process; and
Creating and implementing innovative policies and procedures.
This is a dynamic and new position where duties will evolve, and the Postconviction Unit Director should anticipate fulfilling other duties as assigned that are reasonable and necessary to fulfill OADC’s mission.
The OADC is a collaborative agency designed for people who thrive in a team environment. This position reports to the OADC Director and will periodically engage with other OADC team members.
Our ideal candidate will be passionate about team-oriented, holistic public defense and zealous in their commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and empathy. The ideal candidate will have a vision and passion for postconviction client-centered direct representation and litigation and possess strong leadership, innovative programmatic development, and strong organizational skills. The person will need to work both collaboratively and independently to build their team, organize the unit and shape its design, processes, and procedures.
There is a preference for a person who has:
At least five years of criminal and/or youth indigent defense experience, including postconviction work;
Knowledge of Colorado procedural and substantive criminal law;
Extensive mentorship and supervision skills with new lawyers and law students;
Ability to lead an interdisciplinary team;
Ability to communicate and work cooperatively with a wide range of people, including government personnel and officials, law enforcement, attorneys, record custodians, social workers, investigators, paralegals, prison officials, and members of the community;
Excellent legal research, writing, and organizational skills; and
Program development and management skills.
There is a preference for someone who possesses the following subject matter knowledge and expertise:
Ineffective assistance of counsel claims;
DNA and other forensic evidence;
Developing investigative plans, interviewing witnesses and drafting statements and affidavits;
Experience managing complex multi-year litigation criminal cases;
The importance of cohesive, in-depth mitigation;
Best practices regarding holistic defense and interdisciplinary criminal defense; and
Reporting and case data analysis.
If you are offered employment, the following are the conditions of employment:
Be a current resident of the State of Colorado or become a resident of the State of Colorado within 30 days of the hire date;
Be currently licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado or can be licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado within 90 days of the hire date;
Be willing to submit to a routine background investigation, including a criminal history check; and
If hired, the Immigration Reform and Control Act requires you to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States within three workdays.
You must provide a resume, a cover letter, and an original writing sample. A post-conviction writing sample is preferred. Two letters of recommendation are preferred. Please complete the online application at the link below by 11:59 pm on Sunday June 25, 2023. Please add noreply@fs2.formsite.com as a safe sender. Once you submit your application, you will receive an automatic email from Formsite. If you cannot find this email, please look in your spam/junk folder.
https://fs2.formsite.com/OADC/nd3fixmbri/index
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be accepted. Please direct any additional inquiries or questions to job@coloradoadc.com .
The State of Colorado is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Click here for further information about State of Colorado Employee Benefits. In addition to benefits offered by the State of Colorado, there is a gym located in the Ralph Carr Building for use by OADC employees, you will receive an RTD pass, a cell phone stipend each month, and a flexible work schedule.
The Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, social class, national origin, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or political affiliation. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and an environment of representation diversity, and encourage individuals of many identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply.
To request accommodation, please contact Daniel Nunez at daniel@coloradoadc.com or (720) 994-2844 as soon as possible. Any person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to participate in the hiring process. The person making the request may be asked to provide additional information regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed, which will be kept confidential. Advance preparation may be required, so timely requests for accommodation are appreciated.
Legal Aid of the District of Columbia seeks an energetic and detail-oriented individual for the position of Legal Assistant to provide administrative and legal support to its domestic violence/family law and immigration law practices.
Since 1932, Legal Aid has provided civil legal assistance to clients in individual cases and engaged in systemic reform. Currently, we provide individual representation in consumer law, domestic violence/family law, housing, public benefits, and appellate matters. We also work on immigration matters and help individuals with the collateral consequences of their involvement with the criminal justice system. From the experiences of our clients, we identify opportunities for law reform, public policy advocacy, and systemic impact and appellate litigation.
Legal Aid believes that meaningful pursuit of our anti-poverty mission requires an unwavering commitment to racial justice and equity. We aspire both to reflect the rich racial diversity of the communities we serve and to value, respect, and empower our staff and clients to be effective agents of change. For more information about Legal Aid please visit our website, www.LegalAidDC.org , and our blog, www.MakingJusticeReal.org .
The Domestic Violence/Family Law Unit represents clients in a wide range of intrafamily matters in D.C. Superior Court. The Domestic Violence/Family Law Unit has three supervising attorneys, thirteen staff attorneys, and two legal assistants. Our Unit assists domestic violence survivors with Civil Protection Orders, and represents clients in custody, child support, and divorce cases. In addition to representing clients in court, our Unit participates in community outreach, interviews prospective clients, and may engage in systemic reform efforts. Legal Aid’s Domestic Violence/Family Law Unit primarily work out of our NW office, but may also work out of Legal Aid’s community office in SE. Unit staff also help at one or more of the District’s two Domestic Violence Intake Centers – in NW at the DC Superior Courthouse and in SE at the “Big Chair” office complex in Anacostia, as well as the Child Support Resource Center (CSRC) and the Family Law Assistance Network (FLAN) offices at DC Superior Court. Our Unit also includes Legal Aid’s immigrant rights’ practice, through which we provide assistance in immigration matters, as well as holistic services across our practice areas to D.C.’s immigrant community.
Note: Legal Aid is operating with a hybrid work schedule. Several days of in-office work per week is required.
Tasks and Duties
Legal Aid is seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our Domestic Violence/Family Law Unit and also provide support to our Immigrant’s Rights Legal Services Project. The Legal Assistant/Paralegal would be part of a dynamic team with the attorneys and other legal assistants in the Unit to ensure effective and efficient delivery of services.
Working closely with staff attorneys in the organization, the Legal Assistant will provide vital support assisting with both client cases as well as systemic work being done in support our client community. Responsibilities include performing basic clerical support, assisting in litigation, conducting investigations, meeting with clients, conducting initial applicant interviews and follow-ups, and working collaboratively and effectively with co-workers to ensure coverage of administrative and paralegal needs throughout Legal Aid’s offices. The Legal Assistant/Paralegal will serve as Legal Aid’s point person for referrals to and from the Victim Legal Network of DC and from community partners Carlos Rosario Public Charter School and La Clinica del Pueblo. The Legal Assistant/Paralegal may also provide on-site support for any of Legal Aid’s community or courthouse offices and may represent Legal Aid at community outreach events. A successful candidate will be someone who is fueled by Legal Aid’s mission and will want to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that often requires multi-tasking while at the same time maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
Required Skills and Experience
A demonstrated commitment to social, economic, and racial justice;
Excellent organizational skills, with attention to detail;
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments;
Effective oral communication skills, particularly telephonic communication;
Effective written communication skills;
Strong interpersonal skills and desire to take initiative in managing projects;
Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with others;
Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Google applications (familiarity working with online databases helpful but not required);
Fluency or proficiency in Spanish, Amharic or another language prevalent in Legal Aid's client community; and
Availability to make a two-year commitment (minimum) strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to speak Spanish, Amharic, or other language.
A start date of June/July 2023 along with a commitment to at least two years in this role is encouraged.
May 15, 2023
Full time
Legal Aid of the District of Columbia seeks an energetic and detail-oriented individual for the position of Legal Assistant to provide administrative and legal support to its domestic violence/family law and immigration law practices.
Since 1932, Legal Aid has provided civil legal assistance to clients in individual cases and engaged in systemic reform. Currently, we provide individual representation in consumer law, domestic violence/family law, housing, public benefits, and appellate matters. We also work on immigration matters and help individuals with the collateral consequences of their involvement with the criminal justice system. From the experiences of our clients, we identify opportunities for law reform, public policy advocacy, and systemic impact and appellate litigation.
Legal Aid believes that meaningful pursuit of our anti-poverty mission requires an unwavering commitment to racial justice and equity. We aspire both to reflect the rich racial diversity of the communities we serve and to value, respect, and empower our staff and clients to be effective agents of change. For more information about Legal Aid please visit our website, www.LegalAidDC.org , and our blog, www.MakingJusticeReal.org .
The Domestic Violence/Family Law Unit represents clients in a wide range of intrafamily matters in D.C. Superior Court. The Domestic Violence/Family Law Unit has three supervising attorneys, thirteen staff attorneys, and two legal assistants. Our Unit assists domestic violence survivors with Civil Protection Orders, and represents clients in custody, child support, and divorce cases. In addition to representing clients in court, our Unit participates in community outreach, interviews prospective clients, and may engage in systemic reform efforts. Legal Aid’s Domestic Violence/Family Law Unit primarily work out of our NW office, but may also work out of Legal Aid’s community office in SE. Unit staff also help at one or more of the District’s two Domestic Violence Intake Centers – in NW at the DC Superior Courthouse and in SE at the “Big Chair” office complex in Anacostia, as well as the Child Support Resource Center (CSRC) and the Family Law Assistance Network (FLAN) offices at DC Superior Court. Our Unit also includes Legal Aid’s immigrant rights’ practice, through which we provide assistance in immigration matters, as well as holistic services across our practice areas to D.C.’s immigrant community.
Note: Legal Aid is operating with a hybrid work schedule. Several days of in-office work per week is required.
Tasks and Duties
Legal Aid is seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our Domestic Violence/Family Law Unit and also provide support to our Immigrant’s Rights Legal Services Project. The Legal Assistant/Paralegal would be part of a dynamic team with the attorneys and other legal assistants in the Unit to ensure effective and efficient delivery of services.
Working closely with staff attorneys in the organization, the Legal Assistant will provide vital support assisting with both client cases as well as systemic work being done in support our client community. Responsibilities include performing basic clerical support, assisting in litigation, conducting investigations, meeting with clients, conducting initial applicant interviews and follow-ups, and working collaboratively and effectively with co-workers to ensure coverage of administrative and paralegal needs throughout Legal Aid’s offices. The Legal Assistant/Paralegal will serve as Legal Aid’s point person for referrals to and from the Victim Legal Network of DC and from community partners Carlos Rosario Public Charter School and La Clinica del Pueblo. The Legal Assistant/Paralegal may also provide on-site support for any of Legal Aid’s community or courthouse offices and may represent Legal Aid at community outreach events. A successful candidate will be someone who is fueled by Legal Aid’s mission and will want to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that often requires multi-tasking while at the same time maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
Required Skills and Experience
A demonstrated commitment to social, economic, and racial justice;
Excellent organizational skills, with attention to detail;
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments;
Effective oral communication skills, particularly telephonic communication;
Effective written communication skills;
Strong interpersonal skills and desire to take initiative in managing projects;
Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with others;
Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Google applications (familiarity working with online databases helpful but not required);
Fluency or proficiency in Spanish, Amharic or another language prevalent in Legal Aid's client community; and
Availability to make a two-year commitment (minimum) strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to speak Spanish, Amharic, or other language.
A start date of June/July 2023 along with a commitment to at least two years in this role is encouraged.
Legal Aid of the District of Columbia seeks an energetic, motivated, and detail-oriented individual for the position of Consumer Intake Specialist (Bilingual). This position is housed in the Consumer Unit at Legal Aid.
The intake specialist will serve as an initial point of contact for members of our client community seeking legal assistance for matters within the Consumer Unit, and they will conduct initial intake interviews with prospective Legal Aid clients.
Background
Since 1932, Legal Aid has provided civil legal assistance to clients in individual cases and engaged in systemic reform. Currently, we provide individual representation in consumer law, domestic violence/family law, housing, public benefits, and appellate matters. We also work on immigration matters and help individuals with the collateral consequences of their involvement with the criminal justice system. From the experiences of our clients, we identify opportunities for law reform, public policy advocacy, and systemic impact and appellate litigation.
Legal Aid has a broad and energetic consumer practice. Our Consumer Law Unit helps clients protect their limited income and assets. We specialize in two principal areas of practice: foreclosure prevention and consumer debt collection defense. We also engage in significant efforts to address consumer issues of public policy. Our unit is currently staffed by two supervising attorneys, five staff attorneys, one legal fellow, one volunteer attorney, and one legal assistant.
Legal Aid believes that meaningful pursuit of our anti-poverty mission requires an unwavering commitment to racial justice and equity. We aspire both to reflect the rich racial diversity of the communities we serve and to value, respect, and empower our staff and clients to be effective agents of change. For more information about Legal Aid and the Consumer Unit please visit our website, www.legalaiddc.org .
Responsibilities:
The Consumer Intake Specialist will be based out of Legal Aid’s main NW office but may also work in its community office in SE Washington, D.C. or other community-based sites. Legal Aid has a hybrid work schedule. The Consumer Legal Intake Specialist will be required to work in the office a minimum of two to three days a week and may be required to work in the office more than three days a week depending on job responsibilities.
The majority of the Consumer Intake Specialist’s time will be spent on serving as an initial point of contact for (and conducting intakes with) individuals who are seeking assistance from the Consumer Unit. However, they will also perform intake functions that will support the entire organization.
Conducting Intake Interviews with Applicants for Legal Assistance
Serving as an initial point of contact by telephone (primarily) and in-person, for persons seeking assistance from Legal Aid
Collecting information from callers and walk-in applicants to screen their eligibility for Legal Aid’s services and providing referral information, when appropriate
Conducting in-depth intake interviews by telephone and/or in-person
Completing follow ups with applicants for legal assistance including gathering documents from applicants to assist attorneys with case investigation
Assisting with management of the online intake application portal, including initial screening of online intake applications
Data Management and Analysis
Entering intake interview information into Legal Aid’s client database, Legal Server, and running reports when necessary
Assisting with gathering data to track and analyze intake trends
Administrative and Other Required Tasks
Performing administrative tasks as needed, related to the Consumer Unit intake processes and notices.
Other duties as assigned by Consumer Unit Supervisors.
General Intake-Related Tasks
Working with the Intake Program, as well as other units’ Intake Specialists, to provide coverage for general intake responsibilities outside of the Intake Specialists’ unit.
These tasks include (but are not limited to): monitoring general intake voicemail box; triaging and returning calls as appropriate; and collecting information from callers and walk-in applicants to screen their eligibility for Legal Aid’s services.
Qualifications:
Bilingual skills required (in Spanish, Amharic, or another language prevalent in Legal Aid’s client community), ideally with experience using those language skills in a legal or community setting.
Strong commitment to racial, economic and social justice
Experience engaging with individuals who are in crisis or dealing with trauma
Effective oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other Microsoft applications (familiarity working with online databases helpful but not required)
Familiarity with legal, social services or public benefits systems through lived and/or prior professional experience preferred
Availability to make a two-year minimum commitment strongly preferred
May 15, 2023
Full time
Legal Aid of the District of Columbia seeks an energetic, motivated, and detail-oriented individual for the position of Consumer Intake Specialist (Bilingual). This position is housed in the Consumer Unit at Legal Aid.
The intake specialist will serve as an initial point of contact for members of our client community seeking legal assistance for matters within the Consumer Unit, and they will conduct initial intake interviews with prospective Legal Aid clients.
Background
Since 1932, Legal Aid has provided civil legal assistance to clients in individual cases and engaged in systemic reform. Currently, we provide individual representation in consumer law, domestic violence/family law, housing, public benefits, and appellate matters. We also work on immigration matters and help individuals with the collateral consequences of their involvement with the criminal justice system. From the experiences of our clients, we identify opportunities for law reform, public policy advocacy, and systemic impact and appellate litigation.
Legal Aid has a broad and energetic consumer practice. Our Consumer Law Unit helps clients protect their limited income and assets. We specialize in two principal areas of practice: foreclosure prevention and consumer debt collection defense. We also engage in significant efforts to address consumer issues of public policy. Our unit is currently staffed by two supervising attorneys, five staff attorneys, one legal fellow, one volunteer attorney, and one legal assistant.
Legal Aid believes that meaningful pursuit of our anti-poverty mission requires an unwavering commitment to racial justice and equity. We aspire both to reflect the rich racial diversity of the communities we serve and to value, respect, and empower our staff and clients to be effective agents of change. For more information about Legal Aid and the Consumer Unit please visit our website, www.legalaiddc.org .
Responsibilities:
The Consumer Intake Specialist will be based out of Legal Aid’s main NW office but may also work in its community office in SE Washington, D.C. or other community-based sites. Legal Aid has a hybrid work schedule. The Consumer Legal Intake Specialist will be required to work in the office a minimum of two to three days a week and may be required to work in the office more than three days a week depending on job responsibilities.
The majority of the Consumer Intake Specialist’s time will be spent on serving as an initial point of contact for (and conducting intakes with) individuals who are seeking assistance from the Consumer Unit. However, they will also perform intake functions that will support the entire organization.
Conducting Intake Interviews with Applicants for Legal Assistance
Serving as an initial point of contact by telephone (primarily) and in-person, for persons seeking assistance from Legal Aid
Collecting information from callers and walk-in applicants to screen their eligibility for Legal Aid’s services and providing referral information, when appropriate
Conducting in-depth intake interviews by telephone and/or in-person
Completing follow ups with applicants for legal assistance including gathering documents from applicants to assist attorneys with case investigation
Assisting with management of the online intake application portal, including initial screening of online intake applications
Data Management and Analysis
Entering intake interview information into Legal Aid’s client database, Legal Server, and running reports when necessary
Assisting with gathering data to track and analyze intake trends
Administrative and Other Required Tasks
Performing administrative tasks as needed, related to the Consumer Unit intake processes and notices.
Other duties as assigned by Consumer Unit Supervisors.
General Intake-Related Tasks
Working with the Intake Program, as well as other units’ Intake Specialists, to provide coverage for general intake responsibilities outside of the Intake Specialists’ unit.
These tasks include (but are not limited to): monitoring general intake voicemail box; triaging and returning calls as appropriate; and collecting information from callers and walk-in applicants to screen their eligibility for Legal Aid’s services.
Qualifications:
Bilingual skills required (in Spanish, Amharic, or another language prevalent in Legal Aid’s client community), ideally with experience using those language skills in a legal or community setting.
Strong commitment to racial, economic and social justice
Experience engaging with individuals who are in crisis or dealing with trauma
Effective oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other Microsoft applications (familiarity working with online databases helpful but not required)
Familiarity with legal, social services or public benefits systems through lived and/or prior professional experience preferred
Availability to make a two-year minimum commitment strongly preferred