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JOB LISTING BELOW
Employment opportunities available to our members.

Judge Troy Webber is seeking a jr. court attorney to work on criminal cases in Bronx Supreme Court. Someone just out of law school or who wants to work part-time. I can hire two individuals to split the line. The salary is $46,000 plus benefits. Please contact the Judge directly: TWEBBER@courts.state.ny.us

PUBLIC POLICY ASSOCIATE
(One Year Term)

The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law welcomes applications for a one year position of Public Policy Associate. This position reports directly to the Public Policy Counsel. If additional funding is available this position may be extended.

Founded by President John F. Kennedy in 1963, the Lawyers' Committee is one the nation's leading civil rights legal organizations and has as its principal mission engaging the private bar in pro bono matters regarding racial, national origin, and gender discrimination. From its inception, the Lawyers' Committee has recognized the importance of judicial independence in achieving our Constitution's promise of equal justice under law. Only a truly independent judiciary at both the state and federal level can address racial discrimination and ensure, through the rule of law, equal opportunities for minorities.

The Public Policy Associate supports the Public Policy Counsel and will be responsible for performing substantive research and writing in the area of judicial diversity. He/she will work to produce a report on judicial diversity and will coordinate with the Public Policy Counsel on the substance, design, distribution and release of the Report. The Public Policy Associate also coordinates communications; plans and organizes meetings, special events and other activities; summarizes information and written material, tracks implementation and follow-up on matters, and coordinates with civil rights groups.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate interest and participation in civil rights or public interest issues. The ideal candidate is a recent college graduate with a degree in Public Policy, Communications, or English. Job related experience is preferred but not required. Candidates must have excellent oral and written communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience working on national impact policy issues.

To Apply: Please send a letter of interest, resume, and three references to kcoates@lawyerscommittee.org or Kathy Coates, Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, 1401 New York Avenue, Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20005. The Lawyers' Committee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The position will remain open until filled, and applications will be reviewed as received. Salary for this position is commensurate with experience. A generous fringe benefits package, including employer-funded health insurance and a retirement plan, is provided.