Deputy Director for Housing Law Unit – Right to Counsel Practice
Quick answer
Brooklyn Legal Services is hiring a senior Deputy Director for its Housing Law Unit – Right to Counsel Practice, offering a competitive salary range of $121,909 – $160,000 USD, with in-office work in Brooklyn, NY.
- Role
- Deputy Director for Housing Law Unit – Right to Counsel Practice
- Organization
- Brooklyn Legal Services (part of Legal Services NYC)
- Location
- Brooklyn, New York
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Dependent on work history and experience. Salary Range: $121,909 – $160,000 USD
- Category
- Legal
The role
Brooklyn Legal Services (BLS) is seeking a Deputy Director for its Housing Law Unit – Right to Counsel Practice. The role involves providing leadership and direct supervision to the Unit’s law graduates, attorneys, and paralegals, and addressing systemic housing issues.
What you'll do
- Provide direct supervision to the Unit’s law graduates, attorneys, and paralegals
- Develop and implement a strategic vision for the Unit’s work
- Handle administrative and grant responsibilities
- Intake management and community education and outreach
- Strengthen partnerships with community groups and elected officials
- Policy advocacy
What it takes
- Demonstrated passion for social justice
- Commitment to working with low-income communities and communities of color
- Excellent analytical, written, and communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Experience with appellate advocacy
- Minimum of 6 years of relevant housing litigation experience
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health, dental, and vision plans; contributions to a 403(b) plan; and generous leave time
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
Brooklyn, New York
What is the compensation range?
Dependent on work history and experience. Salary Range: $121,909 – $160,000 USD
What are the key qualifications required?
Demonstrated passion for social justice, commitment to working with low-income communities, excellent communication skills, and at least 6 years of relevant housing litigation experience.
How do I apply?
Upload a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to the Greenhouse portal. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
How to apply
Apply directly on Brooklyn Legal Services (part of Legal Services NYC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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