NJP is receiving new funding through the Office of Civil Legal Aid’s Civil Justice Reinvestment Plan. As a result, NJP is able to increase its staff capacity through the addition of new staff attorney positions located throughout Washington State. The positions to be added ire designated for the following offices:
- Aberdeen (2)
- Bellingham (Skagit County)
- Everett
- Kitsap
- Tri-Cities
- Vancouver
NJP seeks applications from qualified attorneys committed to supporting our mission in the offices listed above. Experience in affirmative litigation in state or federal court and experience in addressing systemic issues is a plus. Significant civil legal aid and related advocacy experience is also preferred. Applicants should be culturally competent and have demonstrated experience working with low-income client communities, communities of color, limited English speakers and persons with disabilities.
Demonstrated experience and/or connection to NJP’s client communities is preferred. Northwest Justice Project is especially interested in qualified candidates with professional, personal and/or service experience that allows them to contribute to and support the legal aid community’s commitment to race equity. Must be willing to be engaged with the community to be served.
Starting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range starting at $62,233 to $118,185.
For more information, including how to apply, click here.