Civil Action Director CAP Intake

Bronx Defenders • Bronx, NY • 3d ago

Civil Action Practice Director of CAP Community Intake

The Bronx Defenders (BxD) is an innovative, progressive public defense office in the South Bronx. We are seeking a Director of CAP Community Intake to lead and supervise our community services.

Responsibilities Reporting to the Managing Director of the Civil Action Practice, the Director of CAP Community Intake will oversee CAP's community services and intake functions by providing leadership, supervision, and support to both attorney and non-attorney staff. This position focuses on ensuring effective advocacy and representation for clients facing challenges in housing, employment, and reentry, while also strengthening connections and creating systems with community-facing services within the practice and across the organization. This role will have a reduced case load.

Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) and admission to practice law in New York (or eligibility to waive in) Minimum 6 years of civil legal services experience, with a focus on litigating housing, employment, and/or reentry related matters At least 2 years demonstrated experience supervising both attorneys and non-attorney advocates Strong leadership skills and proven ability to manage community-based legal services and intake operations Experience in grants management, fundraising, and external representation preferred Commitment to holistic, client-centered representation and advocacy for low-income communities Strong organizational, case management, and communication skills Ability to build effective collaborations with interdisciplinary teams, community partners, and external stakeholders Deep commitment to racial justice, equity, and systemic reform for marginalized communities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to effectively engage with attorneys, advocates, court personnel, and elected representatives offices Fluency or high proficiency in Spanish, validated objectively, is preferred, as the role requires frequent interaction with Spanish-speakers Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate, and collaborate with people from various backgrounds, identities, experiences and in circumstances of crisis Ability to think critically and creatively under pressure Ability to receive critical feedback constructively, reflect, and shift behavior accordingly Meticulous attention to detail Ability to exercise excellent judgment, discretion, and confidentiality around sensitive issues

Salary Salary is commensurate with experience. For candidates with 6 - 8 years of directly relevant experience, the salary range for this position is approximately $127,838.00 - $132,066.00. Full-time employees are also eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage; 403(b) plan with employer contribution; and a generous vacation, sick leave, and parental leave policy.

To Apply: https://careers-bronxdefenders.icims.com/jobs/1937/civil-action-practice-director-of-cap-community-intake/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=900&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240

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