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We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County! Legal Director – Milwaukee Justice Center. Annual Salary Range $54,454 to $132,454 Closing Date: April 24, 2024 Job Summary: This position serves as the Legal Director for the Milwaukee Justice Center (MJC), responsible for a number of volunteer-based services to assist thousands of self-represented people each year. This position will include supervision of staff/volunteers, and the creation of new programs. The MJC exists because 70%-80% of civil cases have at least one person who is self-represented and may not qualify for civil legal aid and cannot afford to hire an attorney. Job Duties and Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Oversight of all Direct Client Services: Develop and implement best practice service models to assist 10,000 self-represented people each year and develop a strategic plan and implementation strategies for direct services. Create and maintain relationships with Courts, Child Support, CCAP, IMSD and other stakeholders.</li> <li>Supervise Staff and Volunteers: Supervise staff and indirectly supervise staff from other MJC Partners (Milwaukee Bar Association, Marquette University Law School) and Oversees work of approximately 150 student volunteers and 200 attorney volunteers annually.</li> <li>Manage Administrative Operations of the Milwaukee Justice Center: Develop and maintain operating procedures in compliance with the Clerk of Courts/County work rules. Manage data collection and reporting, using data to improve services, create programs, and develop new partnerships. Maintain relationships with MJC Partners</li> <li>Represent MJC at Various Meetings, Committees, and Events: Serve on the following committees: MBA Courts Committee, State Bar Legal Services Committee (and if possible) Attend the following meetings: MBA Foundation, MBA Bench Bar meetings, Family/Civil Division Meetings, as invited. Oversee work of MJC Advisory Committee</li> <li>Performs Other Duties as Assigned.</li> </ul> Minimum Education and Experience: <ul> <li>Current resident of the State of Wisconsin</li> <li>Juris Doctorate (JD) and licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin.</li> <li>Current member of the Wisconsin State Bar</li> <li>At least one (1) or more years of experience in Public Interest Law, pro bono work, or volunteer work at Milwaukee Justice Center (MJC) or Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics (MVLC)</li> </ul> Preferred Experience: <ul> <li>Experience supervising student interns and volunteers.</li> <li>Working knowledge of area civil legal aid providers.</li> <li>Working knowledge of Wisconsin Family Law.</li> </ul> Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of Wisconsin state statutes and case law; knowledge of rules of appellate procedure; knowledge of automated legal research; analytical and organizational skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to make independent legal decisions; ability to work effectively and harmoniously with the staff and the public; ability to manage time wisely and efficiently; ability to operate a personal computer; ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality in the work performed. The ability to lift/carry and push/pull up to 30lbs. NOTE: This original application is open to permanent residents of the state of Wisconsin at the time of application. In accordance with Section 11, Rule 3 of the Civil Service Rules a non-competitive examination will be held for this position. The non-competitive examination will consist of criteria deemed appropriate by the Director of Human Resources. APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION (PR 34Z) 2800 Org. KM Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. 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