Senior Legal & Policy Advisor - Civil Rights

City of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free SEPTA transportation

Paid parental leave

Health coverage

Wellness program

Paid vacation, sick leave

Retirement options

Student loan forgiveness

Tuition discounts

Job summary

The City of Philadelphia seeks a Principal Assistant for the Commission on Human Relations to provide advanced legal and policy support. You will guide investigations, draft analyses, supervise interns, and help in education and outreach related to civil rights enforcement.

Applicants should have a JD, Pennsylvania Bar eligibility, and at least seven years of civil rights law experience. The role collaborates with the Law Department and senior leadership to shape enforcement and training

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree.
• Membership in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar or eligibility for admission within a specified period of appointment.
• At least seven years of progressively responsible legal experience involving civil rights law, administrative law, employment law, investigations, mediation, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal information, guidance, and assistance regarding inquiries and complaints submitted to the Commission.
• Draft legal issue summaries and supporting documentation for investigators.
• Conduct legal research related to federal, state, and local laws and regulations relevant to the Commission’s work.
• Advise and train non-legal staff on interviewing techniques, complaint drafting, and investigative procedures.
• Develop, revise, and maintain intake forms, legal analysis documents, and operational materials for compliance with new legislation.
• Create training programs and educational resources for Commission staff and external stakeholders.
• Represent the Commission in external meetings, trainings, and professional organizations.
• Develop and administer the Commission’s mediation program.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Mediation

Public education

Policy development

Training delivery

Education

Juris Doctor

Pennsylvania Bar eligibility

7+ years civil rights law experience

Tools

Legal databases

Job description

The City of Philadelphia seeks a Principal Assistant for the Commission on Human Relations to provide advanced legal and policy support. You will guide investigations, draft analyses, supervise interns, and help in education and outreach related to civil rights enforcement.

Applicants should have a JD, Pennsylvania Bar eligibility, and at least seven years of civil rights law experience. The role collaborates with the Law Department and senior leadership to shape enforcement and training