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About the Role

The Program Director will supervise and oversee the Family Law Unit and its staff, providing direct legal representation and counseling to low-income community members and domestic violence survivors. This role involves managing program operations, client services, grant administration, and staff development, while also maintaining a minimal caseload to stay informed of legal challenges and successes.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision of the Family Law Program, including workflow management, procedure establishment, staff assignments, and meeting coordination.
• Oversee the Uncontested Divorce Program and the Rochester-Monroe County Domestic Violence Consortium Coordinator.
• Supervise Assigned County Program documents, including invoices and billing.
• Meet with other LASROC Directors and Supervisors to optimize unit performance.
• Participate in budget reviews and planning, and prepare budget and program forms.
• Maintain a minimal caseload, including Divorce and Family Offense cases, court appearances, and appeals.
• Review cases for conflicts and eligibility, including financial eligibility.
• Establish and maintain intake procedures in cooperation with the Civil Division Director.
• Coordinate delivery of services with other legal service providers and community agencies.
• Attend FLU grant meetings and work with Finance and Grants teams to develop staff allocations and ensure grant deliverables are met.
• Prepare grant program reports for funders.
• Review monthly program statistics and prepare necessary reports.
• Participate in the preparation of funding proposals, including grant writing and program development.
• Supervise supervisory staff, including legal assistants, attorneys, and team coordinators.
• Provide leadership and direction to direct reports, including recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Set clear expectations, goals, and priorities for team members and monitor progress.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Mentor and coach team members for skill enhancement and career growth.
• Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and commitment to organizational values.
• Handle escalated issues or conflicts within the team.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with direct reports for feedback and support.
• Conduct performance reviews and liaise with Human Resources regarding employee matters.
• Review and approve employee timecards and manage time off requests.
• Participate in the hiring process for all program staff and provide onboarding and training.
• Prepare, implement, and maintain a training program for Family Law Program staff.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree.
• Admission to the New York Bar with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Previous experience in management or as a practicing attorney.
• High level of initiative, independence, and organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent legal research skills.
• Excellent negotiating ability.
• Ability to think and speak quickly and accurately.
• Respect and consideration towards clients.
• Strong PC skills, including Word and Excel, Teams.
• Ability to use Legal Server with expertise.
• Commitment to social justice and a passion for serving underprivileged communities.
• Extended periods of sitting at a desk or workstation.
• Regular use of computers and other office equipment.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Mobility within the office environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, over the phone, or via email.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Skills

• Supervision
• Legal representation
• Legal counseling
• Family Court representation
• Supreme Court representation
• Community outreach
• Education
• Training
• Grant management
• Budget review
• Budget planning
• Caseload management
• Court appearances
• Appeals
• Conflict review
• Eligibility review
• Intake procedures
• Service coordination
• Grant reporting
• Program statistics reporting
• Funding proposal preparation
• Grant writing
• Program development
• Staff supervision
• Recruitment
• Performance management
• Goal setting
• Task delegation
• Team collaboration
• Mentoring
• Coaching
• Conflict resolution
• One-on-one meetings
• Performance reviews
• Hiring process participation
• Onboarding
• Training program development
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Legal research
• Negotiation
• Quick thinking
• Accurate speaking
• Client interaction
• PC proficiency (Word, Excel, Teams)
• Legal Server expertise

Location

• In-office environment

Work Type

• Hybrid work schedule
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Minimum of 5 years of experience
• Previous management experience
• Previous practicing attorney experience

Education Level

• Juris Doctor

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer
• Employer contributions toward health and dental insurance plans
• 15 days of vacation to start (More based on experience)
• 96 hours of sick leave
• 48 hours of personal time
• 14 paid holidays a year
• $600 per year internet stipend
• 3% match on the 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plan
• $3,000 salary differential for proficiency in a program-relevant language
• Employer contribution to HSA or FSA
• Paid Parking
• Paid lunch hour
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

About the Company

• The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Equal Opportunity

• This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.