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Legal Analyst (Division Director)
Department: Housing, Economic Development, and Commerce
Division: Tenants’ Right To Counsel
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Union/Management: Management
Full-Time/Part-Time/Seasonal: Full-Time
Workweek: M-F, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (40 hours)
Salary: $120,000-$130,000.Based on qualifications and experience. Competitive Jersey City retirement and health benefits package available, including pension, dental, medical, prescription, FSA (flexible spending account), life insurance, and more.
The City of Jersey City is seeking a Legal Analyst to lead the newly created Division of Tenants’ Right To Counsel within the Department of Housing, Economic Development and Commerce. This position will be the first in the Division and will be responsible for executing all aspects of the Right to Counsel program, pursuant to Ordinance 23-047 and its related ordinance and court orders.
Job Duties:
· Fully implements a program to provide free access to Legal Services for Jersey City residents in Landlord-Tenant Court in the Superior Court of New Jersey- Hudson County.
· Investigates the utilization of the Request for Proposals process to select one or more Designated Organizations that can provide Legal Representation to Jersey City residents in Covered Proceedings.
· Conducts annual reviews and establishes performance indicators for Designated Organizations and any other providers of Legal Services.
· Provides Legal Representation directly for all other Covered Proceedings.
· Produces a written notice of tenants’ rights and resources, including the Right to Counsel and how to access it, and presents it to the Advisory Board for adoption.
· Engages community groups to inform and educate members of the public about their rights and responsibilities as tenants and landlords.
· Creates a proposed annual budget based on a five-year projection of revenue.
· Complies with bi-annual reporting requirements per Ordinance 23-047.
· Conducts a public hearing twice each year to present findings of bi-annual reports per Ordinance 23-047.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
*Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Educational Background: Graduation from an accredited Law School and admission to practice as an
Attorney-at-Law in the state of New Jersey.
Required Experience: At least four (4) years of experience practicing law in tenant/landlord matters such as Evictions, Housing Discrimination, Landlord Rights, Rent Control, and Tenants’ Rights.
Essential Skills:
· Knowledgeable in planning, organizing, and directing a Right To Counsel program.
· Ability to work independently with limited supervision strategically make decisions on programs and address operational matters promptly.
· Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills by providing options and recommendations to resolve issues, mitigate risks, and resolve escalated items.
· Outstanding verbal, written, and communication skills including the ability to address issues professionally.
· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and foster positive and professional relationships with the public, employees, vendors, government officials, and local agencies.
· Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage, train, and address employee-related matters while motivating a team.
· Ability to use computer software and applications, including Office 365 applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) to share, retrieve, research, and present information.
This is a Civil Service Job, and you must eventually pass and qualify for the applicable Civil Service title.
To apply for this job with the City of Jersey City, please fill out our Employment Application.
Please note that this role is subject to the residency requirements set forth by NJ First Act.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Free parking
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid holidays
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
Attorney-at-Law in the state of New Jersey (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Jersey City, NJ 07305 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Jersey City, NJ 07305: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Biotech Patent Attorney
Company: MNF Global
Location: Chicago, IL
