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Deputy Project Director

Legal Services NYCBrooklyn Legal Services
On-site Full-time $132.1K/yr - $198.1K/yr

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a commitment to social justice, and a background in legal advocacy or public service. Experience in managing teams and programs, as well as a deep understanding of the challenges faced by low-income communities, is essential. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders is highly desirable.

About the job

Legal Services NYC (LSNYC) is dedicated to combating poverty and championing racial, social, and economic justice for low-income individuals throughout New York City. With over 50 years of experience, we actively confront systemic injustices that perpetuate poverty and provide essential legal services that empower our clients to secure their fundamental needs, including housing, income, family stability, immigration support, education, and healthcare. As the largest civil legal services provider in the nation, our team of over 600 professionals operates from various neighborhood offices and outreach sites across all five boroughs, assisting hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers each year. We collaborate with numerous community organizations, elected officials, public agencies, pro bono attorneys, and the judicial system to enhance our impact. Our mission is to eliminate discrimination and promote equity for all low-income New Yorkers.

At LSNYC, our employees benefit from ample opportunities for growth and professional development, including access to our internal Justice Learning Center, which offers free Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses and training experience.

BROOKLYN LEGAL SERVICES

IS HIRING A DEPUTY PROJECT DIRECTOR

Brooklyn Legal Services (BLS) is seeking a Deputy Project Director to join our leadership team in a vibrant community-based legal advocacy organization, comprising over 160 advocates and operating with a $32 million annual budget across three neighborhood offices and two satellite locations. The Deputy Project Director will play a crucial role in the management and leadership of the program, working closely with the Project Director. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and skilled leader to make a significant impact. The position is available immediately.

About Legal Services NYC

Legal Services NYC (LSNYC) is a prominent organization dedicated to providing high-quality, innovative legal representation that addresses the immediate legal needs of Brooklyn's diverse low-income populations. Our focus is on tackling issues that significantly affect our clients, including the preservation of affordable housing, maintenance of income support, combating predatory lending practices, and advocating for vulnerable groups such as low-income immigrants, seniors, and people with disabilities. As a social justice entity, we strive to create an inclusive and equitable workplace where both staff and clients feel valued and welcomed.

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