Employment Law - Litigation Plaintiffs & Class Actions Attorney / Litigation - Mediation Attorney in Oakland, CA

Public Interest

Oakland, CA

Employment Law - Litigation Plaintiffs & Class Actions Attorney / Litigation - Mediation Attorney in Oakland, CA

Attorney

5-8 yrs required

No

Job Title: Directing Attorney-Workers’ Rights

Job Responsibilities:
The Workers’ Rights Directing Attorney plays a pivotal role in leading the organization's Workers’ Rights Practice. This position reports directly to the Executive Director and encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including:

- Overseeing direct legal services, which involves designing and implementing systems for effective case management, quality control, and data tracking.
- Training, mentoring, supervising, and fostering the professional development of a diverse team that includes attorneys, advocates, volunteers, and interns.
- Collaborating with other members of the workers’ rights practice to develop and advance program strategies.
- Partnering with the organization’s Litigation Director to identify cases and oversee workers’ rights litigation, ensuring effective handling of employment class actions, multi-plaintiff wage and hour cases, and discrimination lawsuits.
- Managing an independent caseload that involves limited and full-scope legal representation for low-wage workers experiencing wage theft, discrimination, retaliation, and other workplace rights violations.
- Assisting the Executive Director as part of the Senior Management Team in the growth and development of the organization, including participation in strategic projects that support organizational priorities.
- Supporting budgeting and fundraising efforts, which include preparing the annual budget and managing grant applications and reports.
- Strengthening the administrative infrastructure of the program to ensure relevant and efficient protocols are in place.
- Tracking, analyzing, and reporting data on program metrics, such as case and outreach deliverables.
- Maintaining and enhancing relationships with worker centers and other community partners to provide technical assistance, legal education, outreach, and direct legal services.
- Leading collaborative efforts with local, regional, and state partners on policy initiatives, funding, and strategic litigation efforts.
- Serving as a media contact and expert spokesperson for the organization’s workers’ rights practice as needed.

Education and Experience Information:
The position requires the following qualifications:

- Juris Doctor (JD) degree, with admission and good standing with the California Bar.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in employment law or direct legal services, with a preference for candidates with over 8 years of experience.
- Substantial experience with Berman hearings, plaintiff-side employment litigation, and mediation is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills and experience managing legal services staff.
- Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
- Excellent writing, research, analytical, and verbal communication skills are essential.
- Proven ability to work cooperatively on projects with lawyers, other staff members, and diverse community organizations.
- Knowledge of and adherence to community and movement lawyering principles.
- A demonstrated commitment to civil liberties, workers’ rights, and public interest law.
- A demonstrated commitment to diversity within the office, valuing all individuals and respecting differences regarding race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, socio-economic circumstance, immigration status, and record of arrest or conviction.

Salary Information:
The position is a full-time, exempt role with a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience, ranging from USD $108,914 to $119,369 per year.

Benefits and Perks:
The organization offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

- Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Medical coverage (Kaiser) provided at the organization’s expense covering 100%, and 50% for dependents, spouses, and partners, with alternative health plans through United Health Care available at an additional premium cost.
- Additional benefits, such as Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and an Employee Assistance Plan.
- Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation days accruing with tenure, paid wellness days, and sick days.
- Office closure on 12 holidays plus 8 workdays, including the period from December 24th through January 1st.

COVID-19 Policy:
Proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination, which includes both shots of a two-dose regimen or one dose of a single-dose vaccine, is required for all employees, except for reasonable accommodations due to medical and/or religious beliefs.

Working Conditions:
The position operates within a hybrid working environment, requiring regular in-person attendance at events. It involves prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, and often communicating with people through various means such as phone, email, video call, or in person.

About the Organization:
Founded in 1969, the organization is a comprehensive legal services and advocacy entity dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights of immigrant, low-income, and Latino communities. It operates through bilingual representation, education, and advocacy, combining quality legal services with know-your-rights education, affirmative litigation, and youth development. The organization's mission is to ensure access to justice for thousands of individuals and families annually throughout Northern and Central California. It is committed to advancing social, economic, and racial justice, fostering a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and ensuring a workplace where all staff can flourish. The organization is an equal employment opportunity employer, adhering to non-discrimination policies in compliance with legal standards.