Job Title:	Senior Counsel, Contracts and Compliance
Job Location:	San Francisco, CA
Job Type:	Full-time
Compensation:	Salary range for San Francisco, CA: $131,200 - $145,800
Job Category	Attorney
Job Description:	Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer. Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Chicago, Los Angeles, Tallahassee, Miami, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, and Washington, DC. The Senior Counsel will draft contracts, conform contracts to Earthjustice standards and help to negotiate contract terms with vendors. There will also be some focus on completing implementation of the Ironclad contract management system, expanding use of the platform features to benefit other departments in their work and perhaps integrating the Ironclad with other platforms at use in the organization. The Senior Counsel will also provide support to the General Counsel’s office on a variety of subjects related to compliance and meeting law firm best management practices standards. Responsibilities Contract Management Platform Oversight and Improvement (10%): Complete implementation of the Ironclad contract management platform Customize the platform, as necessary Oversee collection of currently existing contracts, identifying key contract provisions for calendaring, loading the contracts into the new platform and calendaring critical dates Train new users on the platform Oversee improvement of reference materials for users Contracts (40%): Develop training module and train staff on contract processing steps and key provision review Review or draft service and product purchase contracts on an as-needed basis Review and revise proposed leases and construction (build out) contracts Update contract templates as needed Put in place or upgrade controls to ensure good contracting practices Maintain contract management system, assess performance and make any necessary changes As needed, select and supervise outside counsel; occasionally function as the client representative of Earthjustice Compliance (50%): The Senior Counsel will support General Counsel’s office staff work of managing risk and assuring compliance/best practice implementation at the firm. Those activities may include: Conduct research, benchmark and draft organizational policies Audit or oversee lobbying registration and reporting Review insurance policies, benchmark, evaluate organizational risks/needs, prepare GC for annual insurance renewal Partner with Senior Operations Manager to complete, monitor compliance and conduct ongoing research/necessary revisions to physical security project and disaster preparation plans Do compliance calendaring; assist with designing any necessary calendaring solution Provide support for corporate governance projects Provide support to GC’s office on ethics compliance issues Lead the project team for a document retention and revision/compliance project Provide compliance guidance to leadership on corporate governance, financial structures, investments and other significant organizational issues as needed Conduct legal research on a variety of subjects, interpret laws, rulings and regulations and determine how they apply to Earthjustice Research, present options, gain consensus, select and retain firm to monitor trademark use Prepare and deliver legal training tailored to the needs of the organization Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Salary is based on experience. Salary range for San Francisco, CA: $131,200 - $145,800 We offer a mission and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. To Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following online via the Jobvite system: Cover letter Resume A short writing sample demonstrating the ability to focus on critical facts/law, distill a complex legal concept and present concise legal analysis or demonstrating ability to draft an easily understood policy. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position. For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Job Requirements:	REQUIREMENTS: J.D. with strong academic record California state Bar admission and good standing Minimum of 5 years of successful experience practicing law Experience drafting and negotiating contracts with an eye to data security and privacy law Demonstrated success at leading projects in a law firm or legal department context High degree of emotional intelligence and self-awareness Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations Demonstrated legal expertise Ability to quickly grasp, research and assess a broad range of complex problems and present sensible solutions and alternatives Ability to summarize information and succinctly communicate analyses verbally and in writing to a range of internal clients Willingness to work with minimal support Strong attention to detail Demonstrated integrity, strong work ethic, and sound judgment Facility with developing collaborative relationships and managing and working with teams Strong ability to juggle multiple projects, prioritize, meet deadlines and see tasks through to completion. Ability to leverage technology, particularly database or web-based information platforms Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Support for Earthjustice’s mission and advocacy-based approach to solving environmental problems PREFERRED: Experience selecting and implementing technology used in law firms Knowledge of non-profit corporate law in the state of California Experience working on matters of corporate governance Experience contributing to training and organizational learning Experience with real estate law Experience drafting organizational policies Non-profit experience although it can be through pro bono service Experience conducting legal training
How to Apply	https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=ouo5cfwT&s=Gwen_S._Cherry_Black_Women_Lawyers_Association
Closing Date	Aug 21, 2020

Job Title:	Litigation Attorneys
Job Location:	Orlando, FL
Job Type:	Full-time
Compensation:	Salary negotiable upon experience
Job Category	Attorney
Job Description:	Goldberg Segalla LLP, a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm with a national and international practice, is seeking Litigation Attorneys in its Orlando office. This position offers a very competitive salary, bonuses, and a full benefits package. Send resume with salary requirements via email to attorneyresumes@goldbergsegalla.com Goldberg Segalla is one of the largest and fastest-growing law firms headquartered in the United States, with a footprint that reaches from Los Angeles to Long Island. Its more than 400 attorneys serve regional, national, and international clients from over 20 offices, with teams based in New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Miami, St. Louis, and other major business and economic centers across 10 states. We look to hire only those people who are excellent at what they do and are dedicated to the pursuit of client service and quality representation within a Best Practices framework. We value team-spiritedness, collegiality, and interpersonal harmony within our working community. We are a firm that believes in diversity in the workplace and we offer a professional and positive work environment to each and every member of our team.
Job Requirements:	Litigation experience preferred.
How to Apply	Send resume with salary requirements via email to attorneyresumes@goldbergsegalla.com
Closing Date	Sep 10, 2020

Job Title:	Litigation Attorney
Job Location:	St. Petersburg, FL
Job Type:	Full-time
Compensation:	Based on Qualifications
Job Category	Attorney
Job Description:	Litigation attorney with 3-5 years of experience in insurance defense.
Job Requirements:	Emphasis on general liability, premises liability, and construction litigation.
How to Apply	https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=bf54f22b-6c64-4fc9-927f-fa9053c6b5d5&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=392341&source=CC2&lang=en_US
Closing Date	Aug 07, 2020

STAFF ATTORNEY - VOTING

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Foundation of Florida seeks a voting-rights attorney. The voting-rights attorney works closely with the other members of the legal team to achieve the organization’s goal of protecting the liberties that define our democracy. This position is located in the organization’s Miami office but includes some travel.

The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Florida is an affiliate of the national ACLU, a national public interest organization devoted to the defense of the Bill of Rights.  For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has served as the nation’s primary protector of the liberties that define our democracy. The organization implements its vital civil liberties mission in all 50 states in large part through affiliate entities such as the ACLU of Florida. Operating out of four offices—Miami (main), Tampa, Pensacola, and Jacksonville—the Florida affiliate has a budget of over $7 million and 44 staff members, placing it among the larger ACLU affiliates in the nation.  

The ACLU of Florida, the state’s largest civil rights and civil liberties organization, employs litigation, public policy advocacy, and public education to protect and promote a broad range of constitutional values and individual rights, such as freedom of speech, racial justice, right to privacy, religious liberty, criminal justice reform, voting rights, reproductive rights, LGBT rights, disability rights, and immigrants’ rights.  The ACLU of Florida litigates a broad range of complex constitutional cases in federal and state courts through direct representation, filing amicus briefs, and submitting administrative complaints to state and federal agencies.     

POSITION OVERVIEW

The voting-rights attorney is a staff position within the Affiliate’s Legal Department. The position reports to the Deputy Legal Director. The position is focused on voting rights.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary programmatic focus of this position will be the development of litigation and other legal advocacy projects in the area of voting rights. The staff attorney will:

• Develop, prepare, and litigate voting-rights cases at all stages in state and federal trial and appellate courts.
• Engage in pre-litigation, post-litigation, and non-litigation advocacy, including preparing demand letters, conducting settlement negotiations and enforcement, developing advocacy materials and public-education resources, and delivering public testimony.
• Work closely with and provide policy analysis and legal expertise to non-legal program staff at the ACLU of Florida and ACLU National.
• Engage regularly with the media on voting-rights issues.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

In addition to the primary responsibilities above, the staff attorney will also:

• Develop and strengthen relationships with community partners, coalitions, stakeholders, and affected communities.
• Prepare and deliver “know your rights” information to affected communities.
• Respond to the legal needs of affected communities, potentially on an emergency and immediate basis.
• Participate in legal and advocacy conferences and develop and provide CLE presentations on pertinent topics.
• Communicate ACLU views and positions to a variety of audiences, including judges, community residents, and policymakers, through public speaking, traditional and social media, and other means.

At times, the staff attorney may also be called upon to support the ACLU of Florida’s work in areas other than voting rights.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

First and foremost, the candidate must have exceptional analytic, research, and writing skills.

The only other required qualifications are that the candidate possess a J.D. and that they be a member of the Florida Bar (or able to secure Florida Bar membership within one year of the beginning of their employment).

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

While no one person will have all of the qualities enumerated below, the successful candidate will bring many of the following qualifications and attributes:

• Significant expertise and experience in the area of voting rights.
• Five or more years of federal district court or appellate litigation experience.
• Strong and demonstrated commitment to civil rights and civil liberties consistent with the mission and goals of the ACLU.
• Broad substantive knowledge of constitutional law.
• Exceptional oral-advocacy skills.
• Demonstrated experience working in fast-paced environment with a keen ability to simultaneously work on and manage multiple projects and deadlines and set priorities.
• Enthusiasm, patience, and cultural competence to work cooperatively on a variety of projects with lawyers, organizers, and other staff members, as well as diverse community organizations and coalitions.
• Experience working and communicating with marginalized or vulnerable communities.
• Collaborative spirit and a sense of humor.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and professionally with lawyers, paralegals, legal assistants, and clients.
• A commitment to diversity; a personal approach that values the individual and respects differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work extended hours, including nights and weekends, as needed.
• Fluency in Spanish or Creole.
• Unwavering commitment to the mission and goals of the ACLU, including a demonstrated commitment to equity and racial justice.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Compensation will be commensurate with experience, within a starting range of $62,000-$83,000. The ACLU of Florida provides excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance with generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies, as well as a Defined Contribution 401K Retirement Plan. Base vacation leave is five weeks per year (and six weeks per year after five years).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please send an email to jobs@aclufl.org and attach a cover letter, resume, and two substantial writing samples demonstrating thorough legal analysis. All inquiries should include “Voting-Rights Staff Attorney position” in the subject line, and all attachments should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

Applicants who proceed beyond a first interview will be required to complete a research-and-writing assignment.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please indicate where you learned of this job posting. No phone calls, please.

This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU of Florida reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.

The ACLU of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU of Florida encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. We encourage formerly incarcerated individuals to apply. If selected for an interview, please inquire if financial assistance is needed in order to attend.

The ACLU of Florida undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to ensure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. Fluency in Spanish or Creole is desired but not required.

Job Title:	Associate Attorney, Sustainable Food and Farming
Job Location:	New York, NY
Job Type:	Full-time
Compensation:	Salary range in New York, NY for 1 - 4 years legal experience: $81,300 - $95,300
Job Category	Attorney
Job Description:	Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer. Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Tallahassee, Miami, Honolulu, New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, and Washington, DC. Earthjustice’s Sustainable Food and Farming Program is seeking an Associate Attorney to conduct legal advocacy and litigation. The position is available immediately and is located in New York, NY. The Sustainable Food and Farming Program, within the Healthy Communities Department, engages in litigation and advocacy to improve our nation’s food system, from crop selection and farming practices to food processing and sustainability. Working in partnership with communities, advocacy groups, scientists, and others, we fight for safe and healthy food, climate-friendly farming, reduced reliance on dangerous pesticides and chemical fertilizers, and animal farms—not animal factories. We take on cases with regional and national scope.
Job Requirements:	Responsibilities: Work closely with Earthjustice attorneys to build cases and support policies that serve a diverse set of clients. Participate in the full range of tasks involved in administrative advocacy and complex litigation, including factual investigation, legal research, memo writing, briefing, and oral advocacy. Interact with clients and working with experts to develop a clear understanding of the facts involved in each case and to ultimately support our litigation goals. Represent Earthjustice on telephone calls and at meetings with clients, partners, co-counsel, and experts. Develop skills required to serve as spokesperson with print and electronic media. Assist with hiring and supervision of student law clerks. The Associate Attorney position is a three-year position with the opportunity for extension. Many Associate have gone on to other positions within Earthjustice and with other public interest organizations. The Associate Attorney program is designed to help attorneys who are in the early stages of their careers to develop into thoughtful, professional, and effective advocates skilled in the various phases of public interest litigation. Associate Attorneys gain experience, they gradually take on more independent responsibilities for their cases, but work throughout their tenure under the supervision of a Staff Attorney or a Deputy Managing Attorney or the Managing Attorney. Qualifications: Law school graduate with 1–4 years of full-time legal experience, with a preference for litigation experience and/or clerkship experience. Admission, or willingness to apply for admission, to the New York Bar. Ability and desire to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences. Awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations. Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. Strong work ethic, good judgment, initiative, and creativity. Ability to work independently and as a collegial team member. Commitment to public interest work and a passion for the role of Earthjustice and its mission.
How to Apply	https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=oPFKcfwa&s=Gwen_S._Cherry_Black_Women_Lawyers_Association
Closing Date	Jul 31, 2020

Job Title:	Staff Attorney, Northwest
Job Location:	Seattle, Washington
Job Type:	Full-time
Compensation:	Based on experience and location
Job Category	Attorney
Job Description:	The Northwest Office of Earthjustice is looking to hire a Staff Attorney whose docket will include work done in partnership with environmental justice groups. The position is available immediately. Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups to engage on the critical environmental issues of our time and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer. Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Tallahassee, Miami, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Chicago, Seattle, Bozeman, and Washington, DC. The Northwest Office opened in 1987 to enable Earthjustice to take a more active role in preserving the unique natural resources and environment of the Pacific Northwest. Since that time, the Northwest office has undertaken campaigns to protect old growth forests, promote salmon recovery, improve water quality, protect Puget Sound and the Salish Sea and the communities that depend on them, stop coal-fired power plants, prevent the Pacific Northwest from becoming a fossil fuel fossil fuel export hub, and protect farmworkers and communities from toxic pesticides, among other things. We are building out southern resident orca recovery work and partnerships with environmental justice communities in Seattle and Portland. We frequently work in close partnership with Native American Tribes and fence-line communities. The new Staff Attorney would spend a significant portion of their time partnering with environmental justice communities, along with other Northwest attorneys. Although the primary focus of the Northwest office is representing environmental and community groups in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, we often take cases with national and international scope. For example, the Northwest office is representing the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in fighting the Dakota Access Pipeline and is litigating numerous cases fighting rollbacks of environmental and health protections by the Trump administration, including a reversal of a proposed ban on a dangerous pesticide, chlorpyrifos, the repeal of the Clean Water Rule and the Dirty Water Rule replacement, and regulations that weaken the Endangered Species Act and National Environmental Policy Act. Our office (when open) is located in the heart of downtown Seattle near the federal and state courthouses and the waterfront. Our goal is to produce the highest quality legal work in a diverse, inclusive, supportive, and collegial environment. The Northwest Office has a staff of 16, including 12 attorneys. Responsibilities Lead complex cases and the full range of litigation tasks, including factual investigation, legal research, discovery, briefing, witness preparation, trials, and oral advocacy. Work with clients, other attorneys, and partners to investigate, develop, and litigate cases. Devote at least one-third of their docket to partnering with environmental justice groups and working with associate attorneys in doing so. Some of this work will entail advocacy to combat harmful air pollution. Work with our media and policy and legislation teams, as well as clients and partners, to leverage legal advocacy to obtain positive change and results. Train and mentor associate attorneys, including by building their litigation skills in the course of legal advocacy.
Job Requirements:	Law school graduate and admitted to, or willing to apply for admission to, the Washington State Bar. A minimum of six years of litigation experience is required, and 10 or more years of experience is strongly preferred. Excellent research, analytic, writing and communication skills; trial skills preferred. Experience partnering with environmental justice communities. Experience engaging in advocacy to combat harmful air pollution preferred. Experience training and mentoring associate attorneys. Strong work ethic, initiative, sound judgment. Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations. Contributes to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences. Commitment to public interest work and a passion for the role of Earthjustice and its mission, including a desire to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment. Salary depends on experience and location. Salary range in Seattle, WA: $134,995+ depending on experience We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. For litigators and advocates committed to saving the planet and the people who depend on it, Staff Attorney at Earthjustice is the best job on the planet. Learn more about our Staff Attorney careers and work online here: https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/staff-attorney.
How to Apply	Interested candidates should submit a: Resume One or two page cover letter that addresses (1) why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission; and/or, (2) any experiences you have working with people or communities from backgrounds that differ from your own or with those who have been disproportionately affected by environmental harms. Writing sample, preferably a legal brief or memorandum that primarily reflects your work. Law school transcript. List of three references. We are looking to hire a candidate that is available to start any time between now and the fall of 2020. We are flexible as to start date during this period. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Click here to apply: https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=oWOVcfwB&s=Gwen_S._Cherry_Black_Women_Lawyers_Association Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position. For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Closing Date	Jul 31, 2020

Assistant Town Attorney

Salary 

$90,167.58 - $133,297.42 Annually

Location 

Davie, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Town Attorney

Job Number

20-082

Closing

6/16/2020 5:00 PM Eastern

• DESCRIPTION
• BENEFITS
• QUESTIONS

Description

The Assistant Town Attorney is a member of the Town Attorney's Office. Work is performed under general direction of the Town Attorney with significant latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment. The employee provides legal guidance to the various Town departments, the Town Council, and the Town Advisory Boards and Committees. The work includes legal research and writing on various local government legal issues. Additional responsibilities are drafting and/or reviewing of resolutions, ordinances, contracts, legal pleadings, legal correspondence, and various routine legal documents. The employee shall represent the Town in litigation and administrative proceedings, when necessary. The employee shall act as the Town prosecutor handling municipal ordinance prosecution. This position requires a high level of critical thinking and ingenuity to bring successful resolutions to issues ranging from routine legal matters to unusually complex legal issues that the Town faces.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

• Juris doctor degree from an accredited school of law.
  Minimum of three years of experience in local government law.
  Must possess a license to practice law in the state of Florida and be an attorney at law in good standing in Florida.

Special Requirements

• Experience in litigation, land use, zoning, development and redevelopment and public records law.
• Must possess and maintain a valid class "E", State of Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

Agency Town of Davie

Address 6591 Orange Drive

Davie, Florida, 33314

Phone 954-797-1100

Website http://www.davie-fl.gov

Please Apply Here

NCVLI - Director of Strategic Outreach and Partnerships

Working at Lewis & Clark College

The campus is located on 137 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Portland’s southwest hills. Our strong commitment to sustainability is reinforced through recycling programs, energy conservation, alternative transportation options, and farm to fork initiatives. For benefit-eligible positions, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes options for health, dental, vision, tuition, life insurance, retirement and more.

Lewis & Clark College is committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or age.

JOB PURPOSE:

Founded in 2000, the National Crime Victim Law Institute (NCVLI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational and legal institute located at Lewis & Clark Law School in downtown Portland offices. NCVLI’s mission is to actively promote balance and fairness in the justice system through crime victim centered legal advocacy, education, and resource sharing.  We promote crime victims’ rights in criminal, civil, military and administrative justice systems nationwide through litigation (in the form of amicus curiae, occasional direct representation, and legal technical assistance); education through publications and trainings (both in-person and technology-assisted); and public policy development.  NCVLI is funded primarily by government grants and contracts, and this is position is partially grant-funded, the continuation of which is dependent upon renewal of funding.  For more information about NCVLI, visit the website: www.ncvli.org.

As a member of NCVLI’s leadership team, the Director of Strategic Outreach & Partnerships will lead efforts to design and implement diverse and creative education and outreach initiatives for key audiences and cultivate relationships and strategic partnerships and coalitions in order to extend the impact of NCVLI’s work.  In this position, the Director will be a strategic leader excited by the intersection of legal practice, training, and policy. The Director will represent NCVLI at trainings, public speaking engagements, workshops, conferences and on committees. The Director will oversee the design and implementation of strategic trainings and outreach events on victims’ rights.  To achieve success, the Director will work closely with the Executive Director to develop and manage strategies to foster partner engagement to advance victims’ rights.  This new position will report to the Executive Director and play a pivotal role in NCVLI’s efforts to advance victims’ rights practice and policy through training and collaborations. 

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervision (51%)

• Responsible for the selection, training, supervision, evaluation, performance management, and discipline of select staff working on training, outreach and strategic activities.
• Work to develop professional growth and learning opportunities to enhance internal capacities for effective communications, trainings, and outreach.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction for NCVLI with a focus on culture, mission, and vision.
• Encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among employees.
• Establish long-range objectives and specify the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Build and work with diverse teams effectively.

Education & Outreach (25%)

• Design and implement strategic trainings and outreach events on victims’ rights for diverse audiences.
• Oversee and participate in the simultaneous implementation of a wide range of outreach and education initiatives.
• Work with team to craft communications and messaging for target audiences including advocates, attorneys, volunteers, funders and policymakers.  
• Collaborate with staff the design and implementation of train-the-trainer type efforts to grow capacity for effective education and outreach both within NCVLI and with partners.
• Master the use of existing resources, platforms, and programs and regularly seek out and employ new and better tools and techniques for all training and outreach efforts.
• Write educational pieces on victims’ rights and law as part of efforts (e.g., op-eds, white papers).
• Occasionally serve as an on-the-record spokesperson for NCVLI to help educate the public and policymakers about victims’ rights.

Strategy & Partnerships (19%)

• Stay current on developments in victim law and policy, as well as relevant social science research.
• Cultivate and steward a portfolio of ~200 influential partners – both individuals and organizations – to advance victims’ rights outreach and educational activities that to position NCVLI to achieve targeted impact goals across law, policy and community awareness domains.
• Collaborate with other senior staff, board members and alumni to strengthen, deepen, and expand strategic partnerships to advance the mission of NCVLI.
• Develop and manage strategies for partner engagement to advance victims’ rights.
• Build and leverage relationships with individuals and organizations in the victim services sector, legal profession and amongst allied professionals.
• Manage contracted consultants for training and outreach activities. 
• Collaborate with Executive Director, Board of Directors and Advisory Council to leverage expertise to help advance mission and vision of NCVLI.

Other duties (5%)

• Works closely with all staff to advance NCVLI’s mission and ensure all projects are programmatically sound, well-managed, timely implemented and enhance the rights of diverse victim populations, including those who have been historically under- or unserved.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including contributing to team meetings and retreats, and supporting grant writing, fundraising, and reporting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• J.D. with five years’ experience post-law school designing, managing, facilitating and evaluating diverse training and/or educational efforts leveraging adult learning theory.
• Three years’ experience post-law school working in public policy or related field.
• Two years’ experience supervising other staff, including professional staff.
• Experience building relationships with leaders in practice, policy, and funder communities.
• Experience developing and advancing external relations and/or strategic partnerships.
• Experience synthesizing complex ideas from law and translating for multiple audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to strategically spearhead projects that are deadline-driven and involve multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a small, highly motivated and fast-moving office environment with frequent change, innovation and need for folks to be willing to fill any role needed for the success of the organization and/or project.
• Culturally open-minded, flexible, and open to suggestions and opinions, with a passion for continued personal and team growth.
• Skilled at speaking in large and small group public settings for diverse audiences.
• Excellence in communication (oral and written) with demonstrated ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical persons.
• Demonstrated organizational and project management skills.
• Superb interpersonal skills.
• Committed to issues affecting crime victims as well as to the interconnected issues of racial, economic and gender justice, and fighting systems of oppression.
• Excellent skills in leadership, direction, and persuasion.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of perspectives and personalities.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team to advance organizational mission and voice and to perform a variety of duties as needed in the organization.
• Ability to honor and work with all identities and individuals, particularly those who are underrepresented in the country and/or at Lewis & Clark College
• Commitment to NCVLI mission.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Existing knowledge of victims’ rights enforcement.
• Ph.D. or Higher education degree in Adult Learning, Communications or Project Management.
• Bar admission preferred
• Seven years’ experience post-law school developing and deploying training and/or educational efforts.
• Five years’ experience post-law school working in public policy or related field.
• Four years’ experience supervising other staff, including professional staff.
• Experience in understanding theories of and implementing practices to resist oppression.
• Familiarity with and experience in a nonprofit or legal environment is highly desirable.
• Conversational exposure to multiple languages to aid NCVLI’s continued efforts toward inclusivity.

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Full time
• Benefits Eligible: Yes

PAY RATE:

• $75,000 - 85,000 annually
• Commensurate with experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The job works primarily at a desk or is otherwise involved in activities requiring little lifting, climbing or working in tiring positions 
• Standing, sitting, walking, grasping/gripping, reaching, repetitive hand movements (e.g., typing), seeing, talking, hearing

Directions for Cover Letter

Please upload your cover letter on the My Experience screen in the resume section.

Lewis & Clark College adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to educational programs, activities, employment, and admission.  We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, age, marital status, national origin, the presence of any physical or sensory disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, and local laws.  The Associate Vice President of Human Resources has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment- and disability-related non-discrimination policies.  Title IX inquiries may be directed to the Title IX coordinator or deputy Title IX coordinators

(https://www.lclark.edu/about/title_ix_compliance). 

Reasonable Accommodation

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. 

Background Check

Lewis & Clark College will conduct a background check on the finalist, which will include a criminal record check. If a conviction is discovered, a determination will be made whether the conviction is related to the position for which the individual is applying or would present safety or security risks before an employment decision is made. A criminal conviction does not necessarily automatically bar an applicant from employment.

Eligibility to Work

In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.

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Inspector General

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree. At least 10 years of experience as a Federal, State or local law enforcement officer; as a Federal or State court Judge; as a Federal, State or local government attorney; or have ten years of progressive supervisory experience in an investigative public agency similar to an inspector general's office.

Recruitment Notes

Miami-Dade County is seeking a progressive, experienced, and results-oriented Inspector General to lead the Office of Inspector General (OIG). The staff includes seasoned investigators, auditors, contract oversight specialists and administrative support totaling 39 positions. The OIG is authorized to detect, investigate and prevent fraud, waste, mismanagement and abuse of power in County projects, programs or contracts, and can carry out these goals while autonomous, independent and insulated from political influences. It is one of a few OIGs in the country that has jurisdiction to investigate officials at any level, including elected officials. The organization and administration of the Office of the Inspector General shall be sufficiently independent to assure that no interference or influence external to the Office adversely affects the independence and objectivity of the Inspector General.

The candidate should be able to demonstrate their ability to be a leader with vision, able to set strategy for the Office of Inspector General, pursue the mission with integrity and have the ability to engage respectfully with the Board of County Commissioners (Board) and the Administration.

Additional responsibilities will include but are not limited to: providing direction and supervision for audits, investigations, and management reviews relating to programs and operations. The Inspector General will keep the Board and the Administration informed of fraud, abuses, and deficiencies through written reports. The Inspector General will assess the reliability and validity of the information provided by all sources and ensure that the appropriate resources are allocated between audit, investigative, and other accountability activities. Since 2007, through an Interlocal Agreement between the Miami-Dade Public School District and Miami-Dade County, the Miami-Dade County Inspector General has also served as the Inspector General for the Miami-Dade Public School District.

For Fiscal Year 2019-20, the County's adopted budget is $8.9 billion dollars. Miami-Dade County is internationally recognized for its achievement in implementing a results-oriented government culture. The County's Strategic Business Plans are developed with significant input from the community in setting priorities.

Minimum Qualifications:

The Inspector General shall possess a Bachelor's degree and ten years of experience in any one, or a combination of the following fields:

Federal, State, or Local law enforcement officer

Federal or State Court Judge

Federal, State or Local government attorney

Ten years progressive supervisory experience in an investigative public agency similar to an inspector general's office are required.

The ideal candidate must have managed and completed complex investigations involving allegations of fraud, theft, deception and conspiracy; and the demonstrated ability to work with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies and the judiciary.

Benefits:

Miami-Dade County offers outstanding comprehensive benefits that include: full medical, dental, optional vision and disability insurance; optional 457 pre-tax savings plans, optional flexible spending accounts, 14 paid holidays; vacation and sick leave; and employee contributory membership in the Florida Retirement System.

Applicants qualifying for employment will be subject to an extensive background check including, but not limited to, fingerprint checks, employment verification and other procedures. All resume submittals are subject to State of Florida Public Records Law.

Miami-Dade County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Local and Federal law.

Qualified applicants may apply online for the Inspector General Job Opening # 59723 at www.miamidade.gov/jobs or send resumes via email to Recruitment@miamidade.gov or mail to Kathy L. Horton, Human Resources Manager, Recruitment and Internal Placement, Human Resources Department, 111 NW 1st Street, Suite 2110, Miami, FL 33128. For additional information contact Ms. Kathy L. Horton at (305) 375-2668 or Kathy.Horton@miamidade.gov. All documents submitted in response to the advertisement are public records pursuant to Chapter 119 Florida Statutes.

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Community Action and Human Services Department Legal Advisor

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and be a Florida licensed attorney in good standing with no prior disciplinary proceedings that resulted in the imposition of any penalty. Two (2) years of litigation experience are required. The employee in this position must take the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence (FCADV) Core Competency Training within 60 days from the date of employment. Proof of education, license requirement and work experience to meet minimum qualifications must be presented and will be verified. The close date is 05/22/2020.