Supervising Attorney, Access to Justice Programs

Judicial Branch; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Judicial Branch in North Carolina seeks a Project Coordinator (NS) to lead the Wake County Legal Support Center operations and the Legal Hand program, supervising staff and ensuring daily operations run smoothly. The role involves strategy development, data reporting, and coordinating with courts and partners to expand civil access to justice.

Qualified candidates hold a JD from an ABA-accredited school and an active NC license.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from ABA-accredited law school and active NC law license.
• Minimum 2–3 years of direct supervisory experience managing staff.
• Experience with nonprofit/public-sector program management and grants.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of WCLSC staff and LH Center Manager.
• Oversee daily operations of two programs and call-in center.
• Develop information resources and referrals for self-represented litigants.
• Track outcomes and report data to funders and stakeholders.
• Coordinate partnerships with courts, legal services, and community orgs.

Skills

Staff supervision

Training staff

Program planning

Evaluation & outcomes tracking

Budget management

Grant writing/reporting

Written and verbal communication

Partnership development

Data analysis & reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor degree (ABA accredited)

Tools

Case management systems

Databases

Office software

Job description

Judicial Branch in North Carolina seeks a Project Coordinator (NS) to lead the Wake County Legal Support Center operations and the Legal Hand program, supervising staff and ensuring daily operations run smoothly. The role involves strategy development, data reporting, and coordinating with courts and partners to expand civil access to justice.

Qualified candidates hold a JD from an ABA-accredited school and an active NC license.