Central California Legal Services · 1 month ago
CCLS Veterans' Legal Services Project Manager
Fresno, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$86K/yr - $98K/yr
3+ years expCentral California Legal Services (CCLS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free civil legal services to low-income individuals. They are seeking a Manager for the Veterans' Legal Services Project, responsible for overseeing legal services for low-income veterans, focusing on housing stability and community outreach. The role involves managing staff, developing client pipelines, and forming partnerships with community organizations to enhance service delivery.
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Responsibilities
With supervision, take the lead in developing and operating the VLSP
Manage the VLSP Paralegals and Outreach Coordinators
In coordination with the PBP Director, define and implement case assessment and referral protocols and processes with both internal and external partners
Assist the Director of the PBP with volunteer recruitment, management, placement, support, and recognition
In collaboration with CCLS advocates and the Director, create and maintain volunteer training materials for CCLS clinic and project volunteer opportunities
Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations to serve as pipelines for client referrals and as partners for clinic and outreach programs
In partnership with the Pro Bono Director, operate successful pro bono clinics
In collaboration with other CCLS outreach and communications staff, oversee outreach efforts to reach veterans in CCLS’ core service counties
Assist the Director with development and documentation of VLSP policies and evaluation metrics
In collaboration with the Director, Chief Program Officer, and Grants Manager, assist in collecting data and other information required for funder reporting
Travel to meetings and events in counties served by CCLS as needed; and
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Active member in good standing of the State Bar of California
Entrepreneurial spirit, goal-oriented, and highly organized
At least three years' experience with veterans' legal or non-legal issues
Excellent communication skills, including writing, public speaking, and interpersonal
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines concurrently
Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners
Able to work with clients who are under multiple stressors; to respond to them with empathy and understanding; and to advocate for them
Experience with and enjoyment of working with people from a wide range of economic spheres, cultures, languages, abilities, and geographic areas
Represent CCLS on relevant committees, task forces, and working groups in the veterans' community
Demonstrated ability to train, motivate, and inspire others
Commitment to CCLS' mission and core values
Ability to travel as needed, proof of liability and property insurance on vehicle used
Preferred
Experience recruiting, engaging, managing, and inspiring volunteers
Passion for serving veterans and experience working with the veteran community strongly preferred
Company
Central California Legal Services
Central California Legal Services is a non-profit organization that provides civil legal assistance and free legal services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Shawn Joost
Director of Pro Bono and Strategic Partnerships
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