CHILDREN'S LAW CENTER: PRO BONO MANAGER

PRO BONO MANAGER (FULL OR PART-TIME POSITION)



Position Description:

The Pro Bono Manager will be a full or part-time position responsible for designing and implementing CLC’s pro bono strategy. The Pro Bono Manager will be required to work effectively across CLC to maximize the effectiveness of our pro bono activities overall. A successful candidate will be familiar with legal services in the District. The Pro Bono Manger will report to the Legal Director.

Position Responsibilities:

Represent CLC in the larger pro bono community. Build and manage CLC’s relationships with law firms and recruit new pro bono attorneys interested in pro bono work with CLC. Work with CLC programs to identify, develop and implement pro bono projects. Place cases with pro bono attorneys and law firms. Develop and lead trainings for pro bono attorneys. Ensure pro bono attorneys receive quality mentoring. Work with the Development department to implement fundraising efforts. The Pro Bono Manager is a new position and the primary responsibilities will undoubtedly shift over time as we develop our strategy.

Qualifications

An ideal candidate will have the following qualifications: Excellent oral and written communication skills Proven ability to work with colleagues across program areas to achieve objectives Experience representing low-income children and/or adults Practice experience with major law firm welcome Minimum of 5 years experience as an attorney DC Bar membership preferred

CLC is an equal opportunity employer. CLC’s policy is to provide equal opportunity at all times without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, family responsibility, physical or mental disability, medication or status as a veteran. Position is open until filled.

Please indicate in your cover letter whether you are seeking a full-time or part-time position. No phone calls please. Send resume, cover letter and list of references to:

Pro Bono Manager Search Committee
The Children’s Law Center
616 H St. Suite 300
Washington, DC 20001
jobs@childrenslawcenter.org
(fax) 202-467-4949