[blindlaw] FW: [Juvgeneral] Reminder Upcoming Deadlines: Positions Available at NJDC
Susan Kelly
Susan.Kelly at pima.gov
Fri Oct 30 16:57:04 UTC 2015
Just in case anyone is interested in the juvenile law arena (and trust me, it is both very frustrating and very rewarding), NJDC (National Juvenile Defender Center) is a fantastic organization. I have been involved with them for over three years on a regional level and been a presenter at a couple of their yearly trainings, and they are also very open to making whatever ADA accommodations a person might need. Their main office / headquarters in the D.C. area, where I assume these positions will be located, but know that there will likely be a lot of travel as well.
From: Juvgeneral [mailto:juvgeneral-bounces at lists.njdclists.info] On Behalf Of NJDC Lists
Sent: Friday, October 30, 2015 9:34 AM
To: juvgeneral at njdclists.info
Subject: [Juvgeneral] Reminder Upcoming Deadlines: Positions Available at NJDC
Dear Colleagues,
As a reminder, the National Juvenile Defender Center (NJDC) is very excited to hire for five new positions. Please see below or attached for more details about the positions and please note the upcoming deadlines.
Please feel free to share this announcement with anyone you think may be qualified and interested.
* Coordinator, Civil Legal Service Initiative<http://njdc.info/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Smart-on-JJ-Coordinator-Description.pdf> (applications must be received by 11:59pm on Sunday, November 1, 2015)
* Project Attorneys, Civil Legal Service Initiative<http://njdc.info/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Smart-on-JJ-Project-Attorney-Description.pdf> (two positions; applications must be received by 11:59pm on Sunday, November 1, 2015)
* Development & Communications Associate<http://njdc.info/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Development-Communications-Associate1-2.pdf> (applications must be received by 11:59pm on Sunday, November 8, 2015)
* Gault Fellow<http://njdc.info/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Gault-Fellow-Job-Description-2016.pdf> (applications must be received by Tuesday, December 1, 2015)
Position: Coordinator, Civil Legal Service Initiative<http://njdc.info/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Smart-on-JJ-Coordinator-Description.pdf>
Reports to: Deputy Director
Location: Washington, D.C.
Number of Positions: one (1)
Position Description: Working in partnership with state and local individuals, organizations, and agencies, the Coordinator will oversee all the activities of NJDC's Civil Legal Services Initiative, including supervising two full-time Project Attorneys. Supported by NJDC staff and a host of national partners and consultants, the Coordinator will ensure and oversee the development and testing of a new curriculum on Collateral Consequences; a national public defense strategy on juvenile reintegration; and the development and implementation of a state-by-state strategy for the mass sealing and expungement of juvenile records. The Coordinator will be responsible for managing the overall initiative, writing and submitting reports, collecting and managing data, overseeing the work of two Project Attorneys and consultants, arranging meetings and working groups, and coordinating with state and local partnerships to integrate juvenile defense and civil legal services at both the national and local levels. This position is grant funded through December 31, 2017. There is no guarantee that the hired candidate can be retained past the grant period but candidates are expected to commit to this project through September 30, 2017.
Essential Attributes & Skills:
* Ability to work independently and supervise others
* Strong time management skills
* High degree of organization and professionalism
* Strong legal and policy analysis skills
* Ability to perform and react with flexibility in fast-paced legal environment
* Attention to detail
* High degree of technical aptitude
* Excellent interpersonal and Communication
* Proficient in MSOffice applications
Key Responsibilities & Requirements:
* Managing extensive legal and policy research with an eye toward a unified national strategy
* Supporting the development of training and case materials
* Delegating and supervising the work of two civil legal service initiative attorneys
* Drafting model statute and/or other model policies
* Collaborating and meeting with local and state partners to provide resources to jurisdictions across the country
* Designing model policies
* Fulfilling other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
* JD with Bar admission in any state
* 4-8 years of legal experience
* Outstanding research and writing skills
* Exceptional verbal and communication skills
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Experience supervising staff and/or interns
* Experience conducting training
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
* Proficient in juvenile defense law and policy concepts
* Demonstrated experience working with a diverse set of stakeholders
* Highly Detail-Orientated
Compensation: Base salary is $75,000 - $85,000, with additional health benefits.
How to Apply: Applicants should send a .pdf copy of a resume and cover letter to inquiries at njdc.info<mailto:inquiries at njdc.info> with the subject line: "Coordinator, Smart on Juvenile Justice Civil Legal Service Initiative". All applications must be received by 11:59pm on Sunday, November 1, 2015. Applications received after that date may not be considered.
Candidates who are selected for interviews will be notified. No telephone calls, please.
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Position: Project Attorney (s), Civil Legal Service Initiative<http://njdc.info/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Smart-on-JJ-Project-Attorney-Description.pdf>
Reports to: Project Coordinator & Deputy Director
Location: Washington, D.C.
Number of Positions: two (2)
Position Description: NDJC is looking for two Project Attorneys to work in partnership with the Civil Legal Service Initiative Coordinator, to engage in a blend of practice and policy initiatives designed to provide the field with critical support to ensure the development of cooperative juvenile defense and civil legal services at the local and national level. The Project Attorneys will be engaged in cutting-edge, multi-faceted work, providing research, legal advocacy, policy development, and direct services. Each Project Attorney will also collaborate with local and national partners in the development of new tools, protocols, models, and publications focused on advancing broad community supports for court-involved youth returning to their communities. Project Attorneys may work on the development of new high-level training materials for juvenile defenders on mitigating collateral consequences of court involvement, strategies to engage public defense systems more actively in juvenile reintegration programs, or advancing policies aimed at mass sealing and expungement of juvenile records. Both positions are grant funded through October 31, 2017. There is no guarantee that the hired candidates can be retained past the grant period, but candidates are expected to commit to this project through September 30, 2017.
Essential Attributes & Skills:
* Ability to work independently, respond to supervision, and work as a team
* Strong time management skills
* High degree of organization and professionalism
* Excellent legal research, writing, and analysis skills
* Ability to perform and react with flexibility in fast-paced legal environment
* Attention to detail
* High degree of technical aptitude
* Excellent interpersonal and Communication
* Proficient in MSOffice applications
Key Responsibilities & Requirements:
* Conducting extensive legal and policy research as assigned
* Developing materials and publications for training and case work
* Drafting model statute and/or other model policies
* Collaborating with local and state partners to provide targeted services and other assistance to court-involved youth.
* Fulfilling other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
* JD with bar admission in any state (or with admission pending)
* 1-3 years of professional legal experience (or exceptional extern/volunteer experience while in law school)
* Familiarity with and demonstrated interest in juvenile defense law and policy concepts
* Strong research and writing skills
* Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
* Demonstrated experience working with a diverse set of stakeholders
* Detail-Oriented
Compensation: Base salary will range from $45,000 to $65,000, depending on experience, with additional health benefits
How to Apply: Applicants should send a .pdf copy of a resume and cover letter to inquiries at njdc.info<mailto:inquiries at njdc.info> with the subject line: "Project Attorney, Civil Legal Service Initiative". All applications must be received by 11:59pm on Sunday, November 1, 2015. Applications received after that date may not be considered.
Candidates who are selected for interviews will be notified. No telephone calls, please.
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Position: Gault Fellow<http://njdc.info/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Gault-Fellow-Job-Description-2016.pdf>
Location: Washington, D.C.
Number of Positions: one (1)
Position Description: The Gault Fellow will perform extensive legal work for NJDC and assist with the provision of training and technical assistance to the juvenile defense community. The Fellow will work closely with juvenile defense attorneys nationwide, as well as with law schools, legal clinics, and nonprofit law centers to improve the access to counsel and quality of representation for all children. NJDC relies on the Gault Fellow as the go-to person for on-demand research. The Fellow will also collaborate in long-term projects to develop legal and policy initiative around a broad range of juvenile defense issues. This may include writing and research for reports, articles, issue briefs, and fact sheets to inform the field. The Fellow may also assist in the research, writing, and crafting of amicus briefs, engage in public speaking, or participate in juvenile defender training as needed. The Fellow is expected to proactively initiate projects to improve the provision of justice in the juvenile delinquency system. The Gault Fellow is also responsible for maintaining NJDC's social media/web presence and ensuring effective communication of key legal and policy developments to the field. This is a two-year internal fellowship; it is not a grant- or project-based fellowship and the hired candidate will be expected to commit to the full two-year term, ending in September 2018.
Qualifications: Applicants must have graduated from law school in 2015 or 2016. Applicants will be judged on the extent to which they possess the vision, drive, and skills required to create and sustain the work that furthers NJDC's mission. NJDC will consider the applicant's competence, character, and commitment. Applicants must have excellent legal research, writing, analytic, and communication skills. Knowledge of juvenile delinquency law highly preferred, but an interest in juvenile rights, criminal law, and racial and social justice is essential. Applicants should possess a sense of humor, be hard-working, self-motivated, well-organized and have the proven ability to work with a wide range of people.
Salary and Benefits: Fellowship salary of $45,000 and health benefits package, salary may increase in second year depending on performance and organizational funding.
Application Procedure: Applicants should send (1) a letter of interest, (2) resume, and (3) a one paragraph summary of the case In re Gault (no more than 250 words) to inquiries at njdc.info<mailto:inquiries at njdc.info>, with the subject line: "Gault Fellow Application". Deadline for submissions is December 1, 2015. All documents must be in .pdf format. No transcripts or grades, please.
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Position: Development & Communications Associate (Full Time)<http://njdc.info/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Development-Communications-Associate1-2.pdf>
Reports to: Executive Director
Location: Washington, DC
Summary of Position
The National Juvenile Defender Center (NJDC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring justice for all children through excellence in juvenile defense.
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, and in collaboration with the Board of Directors, the Development and Communications Associate is responsible for developing and implementing fundraising and communications strategies. The position encompasses a diverse set of responsibilities including, but not limited to:
Development Responsibilities
* In conjunction with the Executive Director (ED) and in consultation with the Board, develop and implement a written strategic fund development plan for increasing revenues from individuals, corporations, and foundations
* Coordinate annual giving campaigns and launch planned giving program
* Establish recognition, acknowledgements, and incentives for donors and volunteers
* Conduct grant and philanthropy research and draft funding proposals
* Coordinate special fundraising events, design and manage sponsorship and underwriting strategies
* Develop and maintain organizational profile on philanthropy websites
* Develop an individual and corporate donor base
* Contribute to donor database, records management, and reporting
Communications Responsibilities
* Work with the ED to promote the mission of NJDC in all external communications
* Work with ED and communications consultants in the development and implementation of a communications plan
* Field calls from media and work with staff to prepare talking points
* Prepare press releases and integrate into organization communications
* Create, edit, and distribute print and digital information for education, marketing, advocacy campaigns, media, and fundraising purposes
* Develop and manage electronic newsletter and brochures to coordinate with NJDC's website and social-media
* Manage social media postings in conjunction with Gault Fellow who manages postings to attorneys
* Strengthen NJDC's web presence
* Create and manage organization's communications calendar
Other Responsibilities
* Attend team meetings, other administrative meetings and events
* Assist with staff training in development and communications
* Occasional travel
* Develop and maintain familiarity with NJDC's partners & allies
Required Skills & Qualifications
* College Degree
* 2-4 years professional-level business/nonprofit communications, public relations, or journalism experience
* Outstanding interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage and cultivate relationships with diverse constituents
* Exceptional writing and editing skills, and demonstrated experience creating print and online communications tools (including excellent computer skills)
* Experience planning and implementing fundraising campaigns
* Expertise with web-based activities such as social media marketing and e-philanthropy
* Knowledge of effective practices in donor cultivation and management
* Familiarity with DonorPro, ConstantContact, or similar platforms
* Ability to manage timelines and project budgets effectively
* Familiarity with juvenile justice issues and/or related social justice causes in the nonprofit community
* Exercise good judgment, discretion, and confidentiality of sensitive information relating to organization's mission and operations
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
* Works creatively and flexibly in a team environment, operating autonomously under minimal supervision, but accepting direction, supervision, and guidance when appropriate
* Occasional evening or weekend work required
* Graphic arts skills a plus
Application Instructions: Applicants should send a .pdf copy of the following documents 1) resume, 2) cover letter and 3) campaign sample or writing sample to inquiries at njdc.info<mailto:inquiries at njdc.info> with the subject line: "Development and Communications Associate". All applications must be received by 11:59pm on Sunday, November 8, 2015. Applications received after that date may not be considered. The candidate must be prepared to make at least a two-year commitment to this position.
NJDC is an equal employment opportunity employer and will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status or family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, matriculation or political affiliation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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