Legal Services Director oversees the activities of the organization's legal department. Provides legal advice, interpretation, and guidance to senior management and officers regarding contracts, state/federal regulatory requirements, intellectual property or trademark protection, and other business matters. Being a Legal Services Director reviews all information and prepares defense for any legal actions against the organization or advises on prosecuting lawsuits on behalf of the organization. Coordinates and reviews the work of internal or external legal staff. Additionally, Legal Services Director manages staff of attorneys. Requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Requires admittance to a state bar. Typically reports to top management. The Legal Services Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Legal Services Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Community Justice Worker Support Director
Alaska Legal Services Corporation is recruiting for a full-time (35 hours per week) Community Justice Worker Support Director to lead the design, development and implementation of support and well-being programs, initiatives, and policies to advance the culture of support for CJW staff and volunteers in ensuring CJW sustainability, engagement, and longevity. There may be flexibility for the position to be located in Anchorage or other locations within Alaska. The position is responsible for guiding CJW volunteers from the onset of their training through delivery of client service, serving as a checkpoint in support of CJW needs while reducing barriers to learning and engagement by supporting the CJW within their community and as part of a diverse Statewide CJW cohort. The CJW Support Director also has responsibility for assisting with the management of CJW programming, reporting to internal and external stakeholders, and travel to CJW locations as needed.
Required: Three years of relevant experience, i.e. program management, volunteer management, support/counseling roles, or equivalent combination of education and experience; Computer proficiency (Windows operating system, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Internet, e-mail and data entry); Experience living and/or working in rural Alaska; Excellent communications (written, verbal, interpersonal) skills with the ability to translate and convey complex topics in simple terms, and to interact effectively with diverse populations; and the ability to organize, prioritize, and work independently.
Highly desired: The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field; prior experience working as a trusted member of their community; an understanding of, and ability to instruct on trauma-informed care; a demonstrated commitment to serving low-income individuals; a background working in cross-cultural situations; and sensitivity to cultural and poverty law issues.
Salary $69,971-$104,952 DOE and Location. Generous benefits and leave package provided, including partial reimbursement of relocation expenses. Personal leave begins at six weeks per year for a full-time employee. ALSC observes 15 paid holidays.
Applications: ALSC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage women, persons of color, LGBTQ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons from other underrepresented groups to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please email a cover letter and resume that includes three professional references to: careers@alsc-law.org
About Alaska Legal Services Corporation (ALSC): As a private, nonprofit law firm, the mission of ALSC is to provide civil legal aid to those who cannot afford it. Through our work, we empower people and communities throughout Alaska to protect their safety, their health, and to promote family stability. Through advocacy, education, collaboration, and litigation, we empower individuals, protect fundamental rights, strengthen communities, create opportunities, and achieve justice.