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Staff Attorney – Wenatchee
Wenatchee, WA Staff Attorney - Wenatchee: Overview, Responsibilities, and Qualifications Overview: - Staff Attorney position at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (NJP) - Full-time position serving Adams, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties in North Central Washington - Focus on promoting long-term well-being of low-income individuals, families, and communities through legal representation, community partnerships, education, and advocacy - Interested in candidates with cultural competence and work experience with low-income, communities of color, limited English speakers, and persons with disabilities - Experience in affirmative litigation and addressing systemic issues preferred - Commitment to race equity and justice initiative Responsibilities: - Collaborate with NJP staff to provide legal assistance and representation to eligible clients in relevant forums (state, federal, administrative agencies, appellate courts) - Use strategic methods and advocacy tools to address high priority client needs, with focus on special barriers to accessing legal services for veterans, immigrants, youth, seniors, disabled persons, and other groups - Develop relationships with advocates working on similar issues and participate in task forces/work groups to address systemic issues affecting low-income communities in Washington - Engage with client community members and organizations, participate in legal education events, and serve as a resource to other advocates - Utilize NJP's case management and timekeeping systems, and comply with regulatory requirements and reporting needs - Support the work of NJP partners, including volunteer lawyer programs, private attorneys, and other legal aid providers Qualifications: - Member of Washington State Bar or ability to acquire membership through admission by motion - Cultural competence to work with low-income, communities of color, limited English speakers, persons with disabilities and/or trauma - Experience in family law or housing law preferred - Bilingual Spanish a plus - Willingness to travel within service area of Adams, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties - Attention to detail and ability to maintain systems for grant reporting and compliance - Commitment to race equity and justice initiative Compensation and How to Apply: - Starting salary based on experience, with annual salary range of $73,142 to $133,712 - Compensation for regularly using a language other than English in work - Comprehensive benefits package, including 100% paid employee health premiums and generous time off - To apply, submit cover letter, resume, and writing sample to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** - Application deadline: Open until filled NJP's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: - NJP actively promotes mutual respect, acceptance, teamwork, and productivity - Committed to maintaining a diverse staff, Board, and client base - Encourages individuals from marginalized communities to apply - Individuals needing accommodations for application or interview process should contact Human Resources at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** or **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** H1: Staff Attorney - Wenatchee: Overview, Responsibilities, and Qualifications H2: About **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (NJP) H2: Mission and Commitment of NJP H2: Position Description H2: Requirements and Responsibilities H2: Compensation and Application Process H2: NJP's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion |
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