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H1: Supervising Attorney, Children and Youth (Dependency) - WFH Flexible - San Jose, CA H2: Join Our Dedicated Team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***! H2: Make a Difference as a Supervising Attorney for Children and Youth H2: Advancing the Rights of Historically Excluded Individuals and Families H2: Full-Time Opportunity with Competitive Salary and Comprehensive Benefits H2: Build Your Leadership Skills and Make an Impact in the Community
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is seeking a Supervising Attorney to join our Children & Youth program in San Jose, CA. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $115,000 - $128,000 per year and comprehensive benefits package. As a Supervising Attorney, you will have the opportunity to lead a team, provide direct representation to clients, and participate in program development and advocacy efforts.
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is dedicated to advancing the rights of historically excluded individuals and families throughout Santa Clara County. With over 85 employees, we are the largest provider of free legal services in the South Bay region of the Bay Area. Our programs focus on housing, children and youth, health, and pro bono services, using legal advocacy as a catalyst for social change. Learn more at https://www.lawfoundation.org/.
As a Supervising Attorney for Children and Youth, you will have the following responsibilities:
- Supervise a team of Staff Attorneys and Legal Secretaries and related casework - Directly represent a small number of clients, as necessary and appropriate - Provide case and courtroom coverage, as dictated by staffing resources - Provide program development, oversight, and administration - Hire, train, and develop Children & Youth staff - Represent the Children & Youth program on external system improvement committees - Participate in Law Foundation meetings, events and assigned activities - Provide leadership on external policy initiatives - Track policy and legal developments in the area of children's rights - Provide internal and external trainings on Dependency law and policy updates - Oversee and participate in education and outreach to community regarding legal issues confronted by children and youth - Engage in public relations with government contractors and the community - Oversee and manage contracts - Participate in fundraising activities including events and grant development - Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless and people-centered approach to service delivery
To be considered for this position, you must meet the following requirements:
- Five years of experience in public interest law or advocacy services, including time as a juvenile dependency practitioner - Supervision experience preferred - Experience in project management - Skilled meeting facilitator - Fund development experience, including grant and report writing - Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams - Demonstrated commitment and ability to work with underrepresented communities, such as clients of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and who speak other languages - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Access to reliable transportation - Committed to racial equity, inclusion and belonging and able recognize the ways that race, and other identities intersect in the work, especially for communities we serve - Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, or capacity to pick up new computer skills - Physical ability: Ability to attend courthouse proceedings in-person - Current member in good standing with the California State Bar
In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer a flexible and supportive workplace culture. Our benefits include 19 paid holidays per year, vacation time, sick leave, parental leave, and opportunities for professional development. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourage individuals from traditionally underrepresented communities to apply.
To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with priority given to those received by April 1, 2025. Please note that our interview process may include phone, video, and/or in-person interviews.
Join our dedicated team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** and make a difference in the lives of children and youth in our community. Apply today!
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