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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.

Reports to: Director of Operations & Finance Manager $55,000-$65,000 APCH has an exciting opportunity for an individual with a high degree of energy with a passion to make a difference in the community. We are seeking those looking to take their next step in their career path while serving the community. Under the direction of the Director of Operations and Finance Manager, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining and managing all of the agency’s accounting functions. ABOUT US Founded in 1993, A Place Called Home (APCH) is a dynamic, non-profit youth and community providing a safe, nurturing environment with proven programs in arts, education and wellness for young people to help them improve their economic conditions and develop healthy, fulfilling and purposeful lives. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Manages the accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivables, fixed assets, depreciation schedule, prepaid schedules, financial statements, month end close, budget, annual audit, journal entries, and allocation of administrative overhead expenses. • Processes Donor contributions including cash, checks, credit card, and EFT’s into the Agency’s operating and capital bank accounts. • Responsible for bank, payroll, and benefits reconciliation. The Senior Accountant must be able to fulfill all of the elements of the Job Description to the highest standard and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy, collaborative environment with open communications. A Place Called Home is a learning organization and there is an expectation of continual growth and learning as a community.   Education/Training/Experience • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in accounting. Master’s degree a plus. • 4 years’ experience as a lead accountant in a nonprofit organization, preferably with a budget of $3 million dollars or larger • Knowledge of best practices in non-profit accounting • 10-key proficiency • Knowledge of GAAP for non-profit organizations • Extensive knowledge of functional expense allocations • MAC and PC literate • Proficiency with The Financial Edge or other fund accounting software • Familiarity with donor databases. Experience using Salesforce preferred • Advanced level of Excel including lookups and pivot tables   A Place Called Home provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including but not limited to pregnancy), gender expression, gender identity or sexual orientation, military and veteran status, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, citizenship national origin, age, physical and/or mental disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, A Place Called Home complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. In addition to federal law requirements, A Place Called Home complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.   Benefits COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS INCLUDING Health, Dental and Vision with APCH covering 70% of the costs for most plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) AD&D and Life insurance of $25,000 401K plan with up to a 4% Employer match after one year of service 10+ days of Vacation, 11 Sick Days, 13 paid Holidays, and paid Winter Break Tickets to Events: NBA/WNBA basketball, MLB baseball, NHL hockey, and NFL football games, concerts, plays, snowboarding, bowling, fund raisers, and etc. Job Exchange Program Professional development training and financial assistance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program eligibility Fun community events Free staff lunch most work days Free CPR/First Aid certification