The YWCA Greater Harrisburg is seeking a full-timeLegal Center Directorto provide executive level strategic leadership to Legal Center Staff, oversee the activities of the Legal Center, and work closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Program Officer, and Chief Executive Officer to direct the operations and strategic vision of the Legal Center.
The YWCA's Legal Center provides civil legal services and representation to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
This position will:
Distributeand managethe caseload of project attorneys in alignment with grant goals and objectives
Effectively managefederal and state-level grants and grant activities, including project activities, data collection, and reporting
Provideprofessional development opportunities for Legal Center staff
Collaboratewith the COO and CPO for the sustainability, growth, and overall program implementation of Legal Center services
Work with Human Resources to recruit, hire, and have a succession plan forLegal Center staff, ensuring that programs are properly staffed and grant activities conducted
Developand maintaina network of pro bono attorneys to support the Legal Center
Developand implementprocesses, procedures, and best practices that promote consistent expectations for performance among staff and effective grant management
Provideoversight of all program records including client records, statistical data, and other program-related documents to ensure efficient and effective use of resources and accurate grant management/reporting
Providecommunity outreach and training on domestic/sexual violence issues in collaboration with the YWCA’s Violence Intervention & Prevention Department
Identifyand supportthe development of grant resource funding
Overseethe administrative functions of the Legal Center, ensuring compliance with all funding contracts and applicable local, state, and federal standards and regulations
Carrya caseload of legal cases for legal services and/or representation as needed
Workeffectively as part of the YWCA team to accomplish the vision, mission and values of the organization, including developing and maintaining positive relations with other YWCA programs, government agencies, human service providers, law enforcement, and other entities that interface with the YWCA Greater Harrisburg
Successful Candidates Will Have:
An ability to maintain the highest standards of legal proficiency and ethics
Commitment to teamwork and an ability to develop trust and demonstrate integrity across the organization
Strong strategic/critical thinking skills and effective decision-making skills, consistently making decisions in alignment with organizational values
Effective change management practices
Exceptional managerial, analytical, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills in a busy work environment
Position Requirements:
Law degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice in Pennsylvania or ability to secure admission to practice before Pennsylvania courts
Prior leadership experience including the management of staff and programs
A minimum of 3 years’ experience concentrated in family law
Current FBI, criminal, and child abuse clearance or the ability and willingness to obtain
Our Awesome Benefits Include:
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Pension Retirement plan
11 Paid Holidays
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