Impact-Driven Disability & Health Justice Director (Interim)

Go Fractional; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 97,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Legal Aid at Work in California seeks an Interim Disability & Health Justice Program Director with a deep commitment to advancing disability justice and the rights of low-wage workers. The role blends litigation, policy advocacy, community education, and direct services, guiding a creative team of attorneys and staff.

The ideal candidate has extensive litigation experience in civil rights, a demonstrated commitment to movement lawyering, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of litigation experience with demonstrated impact.
• 3+ years supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with disability and civil rights issues.
• Willingness to travel within CA and nationally.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Commitment to movement lawyering and social justice.
• Ability to lead a small team and collaborate with partners.

Responsibilities

• Implement program strategy with the VP of Programs and Litigation, and Director of Litigation.
• Oversee the Program's litigation docket, including class actions and amicus work.
• Identify areas for collaboration across Program teams.
• Oversee collaborations with community partners.
• Manage program administration, including budget, projects, supervision, reporting.

Skills

Movement lawyering

Disability rights

Litigation

Collaboration

Strategic thinking

Racial equity focus

Diversity & inclusion

Travel readiness

Job description

Legal Aid at Work in California seeks an Interim Disability & Health Justice Program Director with a deep commitment to advancing disability justice and the rights of low-wage workers. The role blends litigation, policy advocacy, community education, and direct services, guiding a creative team of attorneys and staff.

The ideal candidate has extensive litigation experience in civil rights, a demonstrated commitment to movement lawyering, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and