Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA), formerly known as Washoe Legal Services, is seeking a Development Manager. They will help strengthen, maintain, and grow support for the vital, free legal assistance we provide to the indigent and underrepresented in Northern Nevada by collaborating with our executive team in the development and execution of the organization’s strategic development plan. Initial development focus involves raising funds for building improvements. If you are looking to support our ability to deliver essential legal services to your community and join a team of caring individuals and an employer who values your contributions and provides a positive work-life balance, NNLA may be the place for you! Duties and Responsibilities This position reports to the Executive Director, and as a member of the leadership team:

• directs or coordinates the organization’s fundraising and donor cultivation efforts,
• helps develop and execute the organization’s strategic plan,
• leads fundraising development, communication, and donor management efforts,
• sets and achieves annual and long-range fundraising goals, including baseline annual fundraising targets,
• builds strong relationships with fundraising partners, including effective and consistent fundraising-related outreach to supporters,
• measure progress throughout the year to ensure success, including creating reports to analyze data and determine the effectiveness of fundraising programs,
• collaborates with all departments to support funding needs and priorities,
• ensures consistent, compelling storytelling, including proposals, acknowledgement letters, emails, and other donor-related materials like end-of-year gifts and meeting packets,
• produce board reports and presentations as needed.

Qualifications As an ideal candidate, you have proven senior management experience and success in supporting the development of a solid infrastructure for a legal aid organization or other non-profit. You understand that fundraising and raising financial resources are medicine for caring for our communities. You are motivated to seek and build pathways to new financial resources, including institutional, individual, and governmental funders. You have a proven track record in institutional fundraising and working with high-net-worth individual donors and a genuine commitment to helping us best serve the indigent and underrepresented in our community. Salary/Benefits Position is a full-time, exempt position, with a salary range of $65,000-85,000, depending upon experience. Salary will be reviewed after 6 months and may be increased accordingly.  NNLA promotes superior work-life balance by offering a 35-hour work week, 13 paid holidays per year, and a generous Personal Time Off (PTO) program that starts accruing immediately to earn over 5 weeks of PTO a year (increase in PTO accrual after 2 years). NNLA also offers an excellent benefits package which pays 100% of the employee Medical, Dental, Vision and Life plans and 75% of dependents’ benefit premium. In addition, NNLA offers a 401(k)-matching program, an Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Account, and access to supplemental insurance benefits. Application Deadline and Starting Date Position is available immediately and will remain posted until filled. How to Apply To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to:

Northern Nevada Legal Aid

Human Resources Department

careers@nnlegalaid.org

NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE Work Location Work is expected to be performed primarily on-site at the primary office of NNLA, located at 299 S. Arlington Avenue, situated between Reno’s Downtown and Midtown neighborhoods. A hybrid/telework schedule may be considered dependent on organizational needs. About Northern Nevada Legal Aid Formerly known as Washoe Legal Services, Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA) is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and public interest law firm in Reno, Nevada, that was established and has been in continuous operation since 1965. NNLA’s purpose is to provide access to justice for vulnerable populations in Northern Nevada, give voice to those who might otherwise not be heard, empower individuals to advocate for themselves, and make positive changes in the communities we serve (regardless of ability to pay). NNLA plays a critical role in helping individuals facing eviction or other housing issues to know and defend their rights. We promote the safety and stability of domestic violence victims and their children. We represent abused and neglected children in foster care proceedings. We serve immigrants who are victims of crime and domestic or sexual violence. We serve the elderly and disabled adults facing guardianship proceedings. In 2022, Northern Nevada Legal Aid assisted in over 10,500 legal matters. Diversity Statement NNLA is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer. That means we do not discriminate against people because of their race, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, personal appearance, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities or political affiliations. We are committed to empowering vulnerable individuals and communities, through the expansion of access to legal justice in Northern Nevada. Individuals of diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. Please visit www.nnlegalaid.org for more information about our organization and visit our Job Openings page for current opportunities.  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter/X. [gravityform id="3" title="true" description="true"]

Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA), formerly known as Washoe Legal Services, seeks a Supervising Attorney for our Housing & Consumer (H&C) Department. This attorney will maintain a caseload and supervise a team of Housing and Consumer attorneys who provide direct legal representation through our Housing and Consumer department. Attorneys in good standing with an active bar license from any U.S. jurisdiction can be licensed in Nevada under Supreme Court Rule 49.1 to fill this position. If you are looking to directly provide essential legal service to your community and join a team of caring individuals and an employer who values your contributions and provides a positive work-life balance, NNLA may be the place for you! Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the legal work of Housing & Consumer program attorneys and support staff across multiple offices (H&C attorneys and staff work weekly at the Reno Justice Center and our Senior Law Center)
• Conduct weekly case acceptance meetings to decide level of client representation
• Participate from time to time in local and regional community education outreach events related to H&C rights
• Coordinate with community partners and serve as a community resource
• Conduct annual evaluations for H&C staff attorneys and support staff
• Assume other duties assigned as needed by the H&C program

Qualifications

• Active member in good standing of the State Bar of Nevada or active, licensed attorney in good standing from any United States jurisdiction to comply with Supreme Court Rule 49.1
• One (1) year experience supervising attorneys and support staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Excellent relationship-building skills (comfort appearing in a courtroom and professional meetings where teamwork is essential; being an empathetic communicator with a positive attitude)
• Desire to problem-solve, make decisions efficiently, and refer clients to resources as appropriate
• Ability to focus on multiple cases and travel to clients and court appearances, when necessary
• A genuine commitment to serving the indigent and underrepresented in our community

Salary/Benefits Position is a full-time, exempt position, with a salary range of $79,000 - $90,000, depending upon experience. NNLA promotes superior work-life balance by offering a 35-hour work week, 13 paid holidays per year, and a generous Personal Time Off (PTO) program that starts accruing immediately to earn over 5 weeks of PTO a year (increase in PTO accrual after 2 years). NNLA also offers an excellent benefits package which pays 100% of the employee Medical, Dental, Vision and Life plans and 75% of dependents’ benefit premium. In addition, NNLA offers a 401(k)-matching program, an Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Account, and access to supplemental insurance benefits. Application Deadline and Starting Date Position is available immediately and will remain posted until filled. How to Apply To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to:

Northern Nevada Legal Aid

Human Resources Department

careers@nnlegalaid.org

NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE Work Location Work is expected to be performed primarily on-site at the primary office of NNLA, located at 299 S. Arlington Ave situated between Reno’s Downtown and Midtown neighborhoods. A hybrid/telework schedule may be considered dependent on organizational needs. About Northern Nevada Legal Aid Formerly known as Washoe Legal Services, Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA) is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and public interest law firm in Reno, Nevada, that was established and has been in continuous operation since 1965. NNLA’s purpose is to provide access to justice for vulnerable populations in Northern Nevada, give voice to those who might otherwise not be heard, empower individuals to advocate for themselves, and make positive changes in the communities we serve (regardless of ability to pay). NNLA plays a critical role in helping individuals facing eviction or other housing issues to know and defend their rights. We promote the safety and stability of domestic violence victims and their children. We represent abused and neglected children in foster care proceedings. We serve immigrants who are victims of crime and domestic or sexual violence. We serve the elderly and disable adults facing guardianship proceedings. In 2022, Northern Nevada Legal Aid assisted in over 10,500 legal matters. Diversity Statement NNLA is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the empowerment of vulnerable individuals and communities, through the expansion of access to legal justice in Northern Nevada. Individuals of diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. Please visit www.nnlegalaid.org for more information about our organization and visit our Job Openings page for current opportunities.  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter/X. [gravityform id="3" title="true" description="true"]

Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA), formerly known as Washoe Legal Services, is seeking a Staff Attorney for our Child Advocacy Department. Staff Attorneys in this department provide court appointed legal representation to abused and neglected children who are a party to a dependency action in Washoe County. Child Advocacy Attorneys assure protection of the child’s legal rights and provide representation of the child in court and other settings allowing the child to take an active role in their own destiny. Attorneys in good standing with an active bar license from any U.S. jurisdiction can be licensed in Nevada under Supreme Court Rule 49.1 to fill this position. If you are looking to directly help your community and you want an employer who values your contributions and provides a positive work-life balance, then NNLA may be the place for you! Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establishing a trusting and confidential attorney-client relationship with clients and maintaining regular contact for the duration of the action through in-person visits and/or phone calls,
• Working with a multidisciplinary team including caseworkers, therapists, teachers, foster parents, parents, relatives, and attorneys for parties to the action, to help the child achieve timely closure of their dependency case and return to normalcy in their lives,
• Representing the child in regular court hearings remotely and in person when court required,
• Drafting and filing motions and appeals, as necessary,
• Attends outreach events for NNLA and other regional events, coordinating with community partners, and serving as a community resource,
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Must be a member of the Nevada Bar or possess an active and good standing Bar License from any United States jurisdiction to comply with Supreme Court Rule 49.1,
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills,
• Excellent relationship-building skills, comfortable appearing in a courtroom and other professional meetings in which teamwork is essential, an empathetic communicator with a positive attitude,
• Ability to focus on multiple cases and travel to clients and court appearances, when necessary,
• Experience working with children desired,
• A genuine passion and deep commitment for the mission of NNLA,
• Desire to problem-solve, make decisions efficiently, and refer clients to resources as appropriate,
• Strong organizational skills, and an ability to understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community,
• Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as part of a great team of caring individuals providing an invaluable service.

Salary/Benefits: Position is a full-time, exempt position, with a salary range of $66,500-$70,000, depending upon experience. NNLA promotes a positive work-life balance by offering a 35-hour work week, 13 paid holidays per year, and a generous Personal Time Off (PTO) program that starts accruing immediately to earn over 5 weeks of PTO a year (increase in PTO accrual after 2 years). NNLA offers a competitive benefits package which pays 100% of the employee Medical, Dental, Vision and Life plans along with paying 75% of dependents benefit premium. In addition, NNLA has a 401(k)-matching program, an Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Account, and supplemental benefits. Application Deadline and Starting Date: Position is available immediately and will remain posted until filled. How to Apply: To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to:

Northern Nevada Legal Aid

Human Resources Department

careers@nnlegalaid.org

NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE Work Location: After successful training, remote/hybrid work options will be available. In-person appearances at hearings may be required. Physical demands include high use of desk and computer. About Northern Nevada Legal Aid: Formerly known as Washoe Legal Services, Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA) is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and public interest law firm in Washoe County, Nevada, which was established in 1965 and has been in continuous operation since. In addition to our Adult Guardianship program, NNLA plays a critical role in helping individuals facing eviction or other housing issues to know their rights. We promote the safety and stability of domestic violence victims and their children. We represent abused and neglected children in foster care proceedings, making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children throughout Northern Nevada provides a rewarding sense of job satisfaction. We serve immigrants who are victims of crime and domestic or sexual violence. In 2022, Northern Nevada Legal Aid assisted in over 10,500 legal matters, including representation of 1,194 children in 432B proceedings. NNLA’s purpose is to achieve justice for vulnerable populations whose voices might otherwise not be heard, to empower individuals to advocate for themselves, and to make positive changes in the communities we serve. We provide access to justice (regardless of their ability to pay), to protect client rights, safety, and family stability through the expansion of access to legal justice in Northern Nevada. Diversity Statement: NNLA is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the empowerment of vulnerable individuals and communities, through the expansion of access to legal justice in Northern Nevada. Individuals of diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. Please visit www.nnlegalaid.org for more information about our organization and visit our Job Openings page for current opportunities.  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter/X. [gravityform id="3" title="true" description="true"]

Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA), formerly known as Washoe Legal Services, is seeking a Staff Attorney for our Adult Guardianship Department. Staff Attorneys in this department are appointed by the court to represent protected persons in adult-guardianship proceedings under NRS 159 and attend weekly court hearings in counties throughout Northern Nevada, principally in Washoe County. Many court hearings are handled remotely; when required by the court, the Staff Attorney must timely appear in person for assigned court hearings. NNLA will train the right candidate for this position. If you are looking to directly help your community and you want an employer who values your contributions and provides a positive work-life balance, then NNLA may be the place for you! Duties and Responsibilities:

• Visit with assigned clients prior to all court hearings,
• Establishing a trusting and confidential relationship with clients and advocate for their expressed wishes during any court proceedings and with opposing counsel and service providers,
• Ensure that clients’ due process rights are protected,
• Investigate client’s circumstances by effectively communicating and collaborating with client’s family, significant others, doctors, petitioners/guardians, guardians’ counsel, government attorneys and public guardians as well as facilities where the client may be placed to ensure the Protected Persons’ Bill of Rights set forth in NRS 159.328 and other applicable law is followed,
• Attends outreach events for NNLA and other regional events, coordinating with community partners, and serving as a community resource,
• Other duties assigned, as needed

Qualifications:

• Qualified candidates must be a member of the Nevada Bar, or possess an active and good standing Bar License from any United States jurisdiction to comply with Supreme Court Rule 49.1,
• Excellent legal research and writing skills,
• Effective Decision-making skills including deciding how the law applies to the facts in each case and deciding what steps need to be taken to ensure the law is being followed and the clients’ wishes and interests are being served,
• Effective verbal communication skills,
• Ability to concentrate and focus on multiple cases and travel to clients and court appearances, when necessary,
• Experience with Adult Guardianship and the Protected Persons’ Bill of Rights set forth in NRS 159.328, desired,
• A genuine passion and deep commitment for the mission of NNLA,
• Desire to problem-solve, make decisions efficiently, and refer clients to resources as appropriate,
• Strong organizational skills, technical/database skills, and attention to detail,
• Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as part of a great team of caring individuals providing an invaluable service.

Salary/Benefits: Position is a full-time, exempt position, with a salary range of $66,500-$70,000, depending upon experience. NNLA promotes a positive work-life balance by offering a 35-hour work week, 13 paid holidays per year, and a generous Personal Time Off (PTO) program that starts accruing immediately to earn over 5 weeks of PTO a year (increase in PTO accrual after 2 years). NNLA offers a competitive benefits package which pays 100% of the employee Medical, Dental, Vision and Life plans along with paying 75% of dependents benefit premium. In addition, NNLA has a 401(k)-matching program, an Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Account, and supplemental benefits. Application Deadline and Starting Date: Position is available immediately and will remain posted until filled. How to Apply: To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to:

Northern Nevada Legal Aid

Human Resources Department

careers@nnlegalaid.org

NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE Work Location: After successful training, remote/hybrid work options will be available. Travel is required to counties outside of Washoe and to facilities and residences of our clients, in-person appearances at hearings may be required. Physical demands include high use of desk and computer. About Northern Nevada Legal Aid: Formerly known as Washoe Legal Services, Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA) is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Washoe County, Nevada, which was established in 1965 and has been in continuous operation since. In addition to our Adult Guardianship program, NNLA plays a critical role in helping individuals facing eviction or other housing issues to know their rights. We promote the safety and stability of domestic violence victims and their children. We represent abused and neglected children in foster care proceedings. We serve immigrants who are victims of crime and domestic or sexual violence. In 2022, Northern Nevada Legal Aid assisted in over 10,500 legal matters, including representation of 1,258 protected persons in adult guardianship cases. NNLA’s purpose is to achieve justice for vulnerable populations whose voices might otherwise not be heard, to empower individuals to advocate for themselves, and to make positive changes in the communities we serve. We provide access to justice (regardless of their ability to pay), to protect client rights, safety, and family stability through the expansion of access to legal justice in Northern Nevada. Diversity Statement: NNLA is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the empowerment of vulnerable individuals and communities, through the expansion of access to legal justice in Northern Nevada. Individuals of diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. Please visit www.nnlegalaid.org for more information about our organization and visit our Job Openings page for current opportunities.  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter/X. [gravityform id="3" title="true" description="true"]