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Inner City Law Center (ICLC) is a nonprofit law firm on Skid Row. We are looking for extraordinary people to help us end homelessness in Los Angeles. Founded on the fundamental principle that every person should always be treated with dignity and respect, ICLC fights for justice for low-income tenants, working-poor families, people living with disabilities or experiencing homelessness, people living with HIV/AIDS, and homeless veterans. Position Description:  The best way to end homelessness is to prevent it from happening in the first place. Each day, in Los Angeles County, 133 people exit homelessness – but over 150 people become homeless. We must do far more to help keep precariously housed families in their homes. This new Staff Attorney position will carry a caseload of eviction defense (unlawful detainer) cases and will help expand our tenant defense work. The Staff Attorney will work with an eviction defense team including attorneys and paralegals to negotiate with opposing counsel; prepare discovery requests and responses; draft pleading motions and correspondence; negotiate settlements; conduct unlawful detainer trials; and pursue appellate remedies. In addition to carrying their own caseload, the Staff Attorney will work closely with volunteer attorneys from private law firms who are providing pro bono representation to clients facing eviction Hiring Criteria:  Commitment to ICLC’s mission and values. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong work ethic. Organized and detail oriented. Excellent negotiation skills. Ability to assume responsibility quickly and work independently and as part of a team. Ability to use good judgment, multitask, and meet deadlines. Ability to interact with a wide range of clients in a kind, appropriate, client-centered manner. Membership in the California Bar is required (unless you are currently awaiting bar results). Compensation:  Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits.    How to Apply careers@innercitylaw.org http://www.innercitylaw.org/careers/ Cover letters and resumes are reviewed upon receipt and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, please email your resume and a cover letter detailing interest in the position to Anna Carrillo, HR Coordinator, at  careers@innercitylaw.org .

Inner City Law Center (ICLC) is a nonprofit law firm in Skid Row in Downtown Los Angeles. We are looking for extraordinary people to help us end homelessness in Los Angeles. Founded on the fundamental principle that every person should always be treated with dignity and respect, ICLC fights for justice for low-income tenants, working-poor families, people who have disabilities or are experiencing homelessness, people living with HIV/AIDS, and homeless veterans.   Position Description:  We are not going to solve our homeless crisis without solving our affordable housing crisis. ICLC seeks an experienced advocate, organizer, and coalition builder to help lead a team working on an ambitious public policy project to dramatically increase the supply of affordable housing in Los Angeles. The Public Policy Advocate will identify and research potential reforms, work with ICLC staff and partners to develop reform proposals, and lead ICLC’s efforts to build the broad and powerful coalitions that can successfully advocate for the adoption of these proposals.   Hiring Criteria:  Commitment to ICLC’s mission and values. Understanding of issues affecting low-income communities and of the role of housing discrimination in society. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong work ethic. Organized and detail oriented. Ability to assume responsibility quickly, work independently and as part of a team. Ability to use good judgment, multitask and meet deadlines. Excellent negotiation skills. Ability to build trust and rapport with a wide range of stakeholders. Track record of building productive professional relationships and coalitions with diverse partners. Must enjoy a dynamic, mission-focused, problem-solving environment.   Compensation:  Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits.   How to Apply careers@innercitylaw.org http://www.innercitylaw.org/careers/ Cover letters and resumes are reviewed upon receipt and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, please email your resume and a cover letter detailing interest in the position to Anna Carrillo, HR Coordinator, at careers@innercitylaw.org.

The Development Director is responsible for Wags & Walks ongoing fundraising needs throughout the year in order to achieve target revenue goals to maintain operations and provide opportunities for organizational growth. This professional must have an established background in coordinating nonprofit donation strategies and staff/volunteer leadership. This role involves organizing large-scale fundraising initiatives, managing two annual major events and building relationships with donors, staff and volunteers.    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and oversee the fundraising program with the goal of raising $2M annually Plan, execute and evaluate all fundraising campaigns and activities  Generate new ideas to increase revenue and donor retention Manage the development budget and track fundraising income including keeping our financials up to date and categorized appropriately  Report on program progress and end of the month recaps  Maintain ongoing communications and relationships with existing donors including managing the donor database and donor appreciation efforts Run monthly membership program, matching gifts, planned giving and memorial/tribute gifts Manage systems and software to track and cultivate prospective donors Identify new and prospective individual and corporate donors  Manage onsite sponsorship opportunities including maintaining current sponsors, overseeing yearly renewals and outreach to secure vacancies & new opportunities Manage grant opportunities including researching applicable grants based on organizational needs, managing Instrumentl database, writing, submitting and reporting on said grants Lead online campaigns including GoFundMes and Giving Tuesday Work with the marketing team to develop materials related to fundraising including at least one direct mail campaign per year Recruit, train and support fundraising staff and key volunteers  Communicate fundraising goals throughout the organization and equip team members to reach them Plan yearly major fundraising events including Gala, Spring Event  Collaborate with Development Coordinator and volunteers on smaller W&W events Staying on top of fundraising trends and the nonprofit community   QUALIFICATIONS Must have a college degree  Must be able to work nights and weekends  Computer proficient (Google docs, ability to learn new software, etc) Must have a current and valid California Driver’s License Fundraising software & tools expertise   QUALITIES Must be a dog lover! Problem solver and quick thinker Excellent communication skills A team player who works well with others  Friendly demeanor and positive attitude Enjoys working in a fast paced and dynamic environment Exceptional customer service skills Is very detail oriented Is very proactive and a self-starter Creative, self-starter attitude Donor & volunteer service mentality Organized and inspiring team leader Benefits We offer health benefits and a flexible schedule, as well as many other benefits to come in 2020.   How to Apply jobs@wagsandwalks.org https://wagsandwalks.org Please email us a cover letter, salary expectations and a cover letter. Applicants without cover letters will not be considered. We are looking forward to getting to know you!