Pro Bono Unit Deputy Director

About the role

Jacksonville Area Legal Aid (JALA) seeks a dedicated, licensed Florida attorney for its Pro Bono Deputy Director role. This is a full-time position working in JALA’s downtown Jacksonville office. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight to the Pro Bono Unit, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of pro bono services.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase pro bono participation among attorneys and recruit new volunteers.
• Liaise with legal professionals to facilitate pro bono opportunities and coordinate case assignments.
• Mentor and support attorneys in developing their pro bono skills and case management techniques.
• Manage the Pro Bono Unit budget and resources, ensuring fiscal responsibility and compliance with legal and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with JALA’s leadership team to align pro bono initiatives with broader organizational goals and strategic objectives.

Requirements

• Current Florida bar membership.
• At least 3 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in civil litigation or related fields.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with legal research and writing.

Qualifications

• Commitment to social justice and equal access to legal services.
• Passion for serving low-income communities and underrepresented populations.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Skills

• Pro bono legal experience.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Legal research and writing proficiency.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model.
• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance.
• Group life insurance.
• 401(k) with a match of 100% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation.
• Generous leave policy (13 paid holidays plus 22 personal leave days in first year, one-month sabbatical every four years).
• Membership in Access Perks, a private discount network.

Pay

$70,000 yearly minimum, DOE

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.