Staff Attorney - Disability Rights & Social Security Advocate

People With Disabilities Foundation; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Vacation hours

Commuter checks

Job summary

A nonprofit advocacy organization in San Francisco is seeking a Staff Attorney to oversee disability rights issues, represent clients in federal court, and produce advocacy reports. Candidates must be licensed California attorneys with a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to assisting people with disabilities. Competitive salary and benefits are offered for full-time and part-time positions.

Qualifications

• Must be results-oriented and highly organized.
• Demonstrated ability to work in diverse communities.
• Must commit to advocacy for people with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee disability rights issues including representation in federal court.
• Monitor income and expenses; prepare advocacy reports.
• Communicate and coordinate with other organizations.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Team leadership

Education

Licensed California attorney

Minimum 1-2 years relevant experience

Job description

A nonprofit advocacy organization in San Francisco is seeking a Staff Attorney to oversee disability rights issues, represent clients in federal court, and produce advocacy reports. Candidates must be licensed California attorneys with a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to assisting people with disabilities. Competitive salary and benefits are offered for full-time and part-time positions.