Managing Attorney, Programs and Subcontract Administration (PSA)JOB POSTING -- Managing Attorney, Programs and Subcontract Administration (PSA)The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1986. CHIRLA is a California leader with national impact made of diverse immigrant families and individuals who act as agents of social change to achieve a world with freedom of mobility, full human rights, and true participatory democracy. CHIRLA organizes and serves individuals, institutions and coalitions to build power, transform public opinions, and change policies to achieve full human, civil and labor rights. Guided by power, love and vision of our community, CHIRLA embraces and drives progressive social change.Position DescriptionThe Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) is seeking a Managing Attorney (PSA), this position will report to the Director of Programs and Subcontract Administration and will provide legal technical support and training, including oversight of the progress and reporting for a variety of programs, subcontracts and administration. This position will oversee the various aspects related to legal services programs. They will also collaboratively work with other attorneys on managing contracts, including government contracts, vendor and professional services agreements, events, and fee‑for‑service contracts.This position will also work internally with other CHIRLA departments such as finance, data, and others to support and track projects and tasks relevant to the required contractual program obligations for CHIRLA.The Managing Attorney (PSA) position will work with CHIRLA's program Director, to provide legal support across a wide range of legal, regulatory, compliance, and ethical issues. Additionally, this position will track, supervise, and oversee subcontractors' work progression and contract compliance to report to the various government agencies and partners with monthly and quarterly reporting.The Managing Attorney (PSA) must be licensed, and possess a Juris Doctor from a reputable, accredited law school alongside experience with document review projects, and the review of complex, voluminous documents. A professional attitude and strong work ethic are required, alongside strong written and verbal communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and organizational abilities.Responsibilities and DutiesDesign and implement training for Legal Service providers in the immigration fieldCultivate relationships with partners to ensure up‑to‑date legal issues are understood and followedUpdate and oversee compliance tracking systems to ensure all internal and external partners follow and complete contractual obligationsProvide the Programs and Subcontract Administration team with status reports on internal and external partners' performanceCreate, review, negotiate, and draft a broad range of contracts and agreements, including but not limited to subcontractor agreements, service agreements, consulting agreements, MOUs and other legal documents, on behalf of the organization as an administratorEnsure compliance with relevant regulations, statutes, and contractual obligationsDraft, review, and revise program and administrative related agreements and templatesManage contract inventoryDraft responses and potential internal strategies to contract disputesDraft policies, procedures, and timelines to ensure efficient workflow and completion of tasksAssist with contract auditing and provide suggestions to mitigate risks based on auditing resultsPrepare and lead internal and external programs' staff, meetings, responses, and updatesDesign and deliver training for staff members to ensure internal policies and procedures are followed and daily partner compliance is tracked and recordedCollaborate with other internal CHIRLA departments such as finance, data, policy, and others, to ensure compliance with relevant contractual obligations and report to our PSA director status updatesEnsure subcontractors are abiding by contract terms and tracking due diligenceExamine and evaluate the terms of new contracts and proposals for changes to contractsAssist Director in updating and maintaining a system for identifying and reporting program compliance issues, complaints, concerns, questions, resolution, and follow‑upDraft and coordinate responses to identified compliance questions, concerns or federal/state inquiries or investigations, including auditsManage all workshops, community standards or practice training, legal technical assistance and partner audit and site visitsRepresent the Director at meetings and committeesStaff ManagementSupervise, oversee, lead, and manage staff, including Managing Attorneys, Program Managers, Subcontractor Administrators, Program Assistants, etc. to ensure all are working at capacity to meet deliverables of all government contracts and other funding sourcesSupervise staff members within the Programs and Subcontract Administration Department, review their work product and ensure deadlines are timely metOn‑site supervision and visits the branch offices as neededConduct regular supervision meetings with staffConduct review of staff files before submitted to fundersConduct open and closed contract file review on a quarterly basisManage the reporting process for Performance and Quality ImprovementSupport with implementation of new hire onboarding and training plans to ensure new staff understand their responsibilities and enter the teamwork flow seamlesslyMentor staff to create a safe space to learn and grow by being a resource for immigration law related questionsBudget Management/Fund SourcingResponsible for monitoring funding sources and expensesResponsible for maintaining relationships with current fundersResponsible for updating budgets and tracking program costs and writing quarterly and year‑end reports for all funding sourcesResponsible for billing, reporting, and documentationSkills and QualificationsQualified applicants for this position should have a record of outstanding academic achievement, superior writing and analytical skills, relevant work experience and have demonstrated an interest in government contracts law. All applicants should have excellent writing and public speaking skills.RequiredJD and an active membership in the California State Bar or another State Bar with at least 5 years post bar admissionA high level of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentialityAt least five years' experience in immigration lawAt least 3 or more years of direct services experience, in a nonprofit settingExperienced training, mentoring staff, attorneys and/or other professionals requiredExperience working within or demonstrated enthusiasm for leadership in an interdisciplinary setting and developing programs and workplansMust have experience working with underserved and diverse populationsMust be able to travel to and visit various CHIRLA offices belonging to partners for events, audits, meetings and servicesStrong interpersonal and presentation skills, along with ability to communicate with others at all levels of the organizationSupport CHIRLA's fundraising goals including annual fundraising drive and GALA activitiesExperience doing in‑person legal services clinics with partner organizations, external vendors and pro‑bono attorneysMust be flexible to work early morning, evenings and Saturdays during clinical/consultations times as neededPreferredAdmitted to practice and in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar (CA. preferred)Project, team, or organizational management experience a plusTraining others in new legal immigration rules and regulationsDesired Traits or CharacteristicServe as internal contract management expertExcellent Public Speaking skillsExcellent analytical skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent judgment, high emotional intelligence and ability to maintain confidentiality and act collaborativelyAbility to have positive working relationships with staff, members and alliesAbility to work effectively under pressure with last-minute deadlinesExceptional skills in comprehension, analysis, and technical writing, including the ability to articulate and explain complex funding and financial issues in a clear, non‑technical mannerExperience collaborating with community organizations in local geographic areaHighly self‑motivated, creative, takes initiative, ability to learn quickly, flexible and able to work as part of an interdisciplinary team of advocatesProactive nature in using technology and systems to maximize efficiencies with tasksStrong commitment to CHIRLA's mission of empowering low‑income community groupsStrong interpersonal skills, including the ability to successfully relate to community residentsSalary & Benefits$95,000 -- $102,752. CHIRLA offers a competitive salary based on qualifications and an excellent benefit package, which includes generous time off benefits, 401K Plan, health, dental and vision plans.FLSA ClassificationExempt/Hourly, full‑time regularClassificationCHIRLA recognizes a staff bargaining unit affiliated with AFSCME District Council 36. This position is not included in CHIRLA's bargaining unit and covered under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.Reports ToDirector of Programs and Subcontract AdministrationClosing Date of This PositionPosition will remain open until filled.LocationSanta Ana CAEqual Opportunity EmployerCHIRLA is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and administers all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, appointment, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, training and educational opportunities without regard to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, genetic information as defined by the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 or older), sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related disability, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation. All such discrimination is unlawful. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.#J-18808-Ljbffr