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This position will work closely with the VAP Manager, State Bar of New Mexico, the New Mexico Commission on Access to Justice ("ATJ"), local courts and pro bono committees, individual private attorneys and law firms, law school faculty and student groups, and civil legal services partner agencies to establish legal clinics where low-income residents receive free legal advice and other services in the communities where they live. Coordinating with the pro bono committees in each of the judicial districts around the state to plan and conduct legal clinics statewide; Assisting the VAP Director and VAP Manager in recruiting pro bono attorneys willing to provide free legal services to low-income clients throughout New Mexico's 13 Judicial Districts.

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<h1>Volunteer Attorney Program Statewide Pro Bono Coordinator - Attorney</h1><h2> Albuquerque, NM</h2>New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) provides civil legal services to low-income New Mexicans for a variety of legal issues including domestic violence/family law, consumer protection, housing, and benefits. NMLA has locations throughout the state including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Gallup, Roswell, Silver City, Las Vegas, Taos, and Santa Ana.Are you an attorney who is passionate about ensuring that underserved populations have access to legal advice and justice? Do you have a commitment to New Mexico's rural communities and its people? NMLA is committed to building one of the most successful and innovative pro bono projects in the country. We seek a dynamic and creative attorney to serve as Statewide Pro Bono Coordinator for NMLA's Volunteer Attorney Program (VAP). This position will work closely with the VAP Manager, State Bar of New Mexico, the New Mexico Commission on Access to Justice ("ATJ"), local courts and pro bono committees, individual private attorneys and law firms, law school faculty and student groups, and civil legal services partner agencies to establish legal clinics where low-income residents receive free legal advice and other services in the communities where they live.This position will be based in Albuquerque. If you become the new Volunteer Attorney Program Statewide Pro Bono Coordinator, you will play a key role in:<ol><li>Organizing, traveling to, and recruiting volunteers attorneys and non-attorneys to serve clients at legal clinics and other pro bono activities throughout the state.</li><li>Coordinating with the pro bono committees in each of the judicial districts around the state to plan and conduct legal clinics statewide; </li><li>Assisting the VAP Director and VAP Manager in recruiting pro bono attorneys willing to provide free legal services to low-income clients throughout New Mexico's 13 Judicial Districts.</li><li>Creating and facilitating training materials and continuing legal education (CLE) courses to prepare pro bono attorneys for representing low-income clients in civil legal areas where they experience the greatest need (i.e., housing, family law, economic security, health care, consumer issue, etc.).</li><li>Assist as needed with the daily operations of the Voluntary Attorney Program.</li><li>Networking with private attorneys and other civil legal services providers.</li><li>Marketing legal clinics and training programs.</li><li>Monitoring the quality of legal services provided by pro-bono attorneys.</li></ol>We seek highly motivated candidates who are passionate and strongly committed to helping NMLA and our statewide pro bono partners better serve our client community. Requirements:<ol><li>JD Licensed in New Mexico or licensed in any other state and eligible for New Mexico legal aid providers limited licensing or for admission by reciprocity.</li><li>Willingness to travel up to 15% to 20% of the time, including nights and weekends, with most travel to legal fairs occurring on Thursdays through Saturdays. </li><li style="text-align:justify">Must be able to effectively use computer technology and remote communications systems, including shared online workspaces and web meeting and videoconferencing software.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Proficiency in MS Word and Excel. Proficiency in PowerPoint is a plus.</li><li>Effectively collaborate with staff and community partners located in multiple locations.</li><li>High quality customer relations and communication skills, both verbal and written.</li><li>Prior experience working with pro bono programs or handling pro bono cases is a plus.</li><li>Candidates must possess administrative skills, including ability to organize workload, to manage multiple tasks, determine priorities, and effectively manage several areas of responsibility.</li><li>Demonstrate enthusiasm for building collaborative relationships within the State Bar and the statewide pro bono community.</li><li>Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.</li></ol> This position is part of a collective bargaining agreement negotiated by the union. Pay is determined by years of experience and set by a union scale outlined in the CBA (<a href="https://cdn.appdocs.com/files/Graphics/iSolvedHire/NewMexicoLegalAid/SalaryScales2025/2025AttorneySalaryScale.pdf" rel="nofollow">click here</a> to view the salary scale).  Company Benefits:<ul><li>100% employer-paid BCBS medical, plus dental and vision for employees; generous contributions for dependents</li><li>3 weeks vacation time, 6 days personal time, sick pay, and federal holidays off</li><li>Comp time for overtime</li><li>Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote – your choice!)</li><li>37.5-hour work week</li><li>403(b) Retirement Plan</li><li><a href="https://newmexicolegalaid.org/who-we-are/careers/" rel="nofollow">Click here </a>for more information</li></ul> Salary: $63,376.18 - $100,547.39 for licensed attorneys, DOE. Application Deadline: Until filled. Resumes reviewed on a rolling basis.Applicants must submit a current resume, three references, and a cover letter that explains your interest in this position and the mission of NMLA. Your application will not be considered unless we receive all of these documents. To apply, visit:  <a href="https://newmexicolegalaid.isolvedhire.com/jobs/" rel="nofollow">https://newmexicolegalaid.isolvedhire.com/jobs/</a>Applicants will be subject to a background check. Please do not let this deter you from applying. NMLA is committed to a strong workforce and recognizes that persons with marks on their record may still be able to perform admirably.NMLA is an EEO Employer.

New Mexico Legal Aid Inc

Volunteer Attorney Program Statewide Pro Bono Coordinator - Attorney

Administrative Skills

Attorney

Collective Bargaining

Communication Skills

Communication Systems

Consumer Protection

Contract Negotiation

Customer Relations

Establish Priorities

Family Law

Health Economics

Legal

Licensing

Marketing

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Multitasking

Operations

Organizational Skills

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Pro Bono

QoS (Quality of Service)

Quality Monitoring

Retirement Plan

Spanish Language

Team Player

Training Program

United States Department of Energy (DOE)

Videoconferencing Software

Willing to Travel

Writing Skills

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o Communicate with all levels of departments including, but not limited to, janitors, maintenance, executive office, servants, student ministries, ministry leaders, surrounding businesses and contracted businesses. • Help Coordinate – plan and execute all Special Events (Easter, National Day of Prayer, Freedom Celebration, Concerts, Conferences, etc.): o Work with Calvary creative team to plan and coordinate event details.

PURPOSE:To assist the Special Events Director(s) with Calvary Church’s Special Events andGuests. Events include, but are not limited to Christmas, Easter, National Day of Prayer, LoveDay/Love Week/LoveNM Events, Freedom Celebration, Thanksgiving Pickup Party, Calvary ChristmasToy Shop, Concerts, Conferences, Calvary Staff Party, Calvary Volunteer Party, etc.CHARACTER STATEMENT: I am a “doer” – it is not a job it is a calling!ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following):Assisting the Special Events Director(s) and/or Coordinator(s) in the following ways• Maintain Calvary Culture and Culture Axioms• Be available the day before/day of/day after events for set up, event running, and teardown• Be a “doer” – It’s not a job it is a calling!• Be able to lift 50lbs+ and be on your feet for long hours (specifically on event prep days, eventday(s), and teardown days.• Be available to run errands for events and for guests• Be able to work with the Special Events Team (staff and volunteers) and Calvary staff bycommunicating needs, answering questions, being available to interview Life Track volunteersand be the primary point of contact for all volunteers.• Assist with leading, training, and overseeing volunteers for various outreaches and events.• Be able to take lead on Special Event/Outreach Event (Volunteer) Team healtho Main POC for all volunteerso Thorough communication, placement, and training of volunteerso Send out monthly emails to SE Volunteer Teamo Help plan and coordinate Team Building Gatherings• Be able to prep (purchased needed supplies, setup and organize dressing rooms and greenrooms) host special guests (guest speaker, artists, entertainer) with professionalism andexcellence.• Be able to handle administrative items (create and maintain checklists, research for budgets,work with and book vendors, etc. for all events/outreach events)• Help Identify community needs and mobilize teams of people to bring resolution to thoseneeds.• Help create and implement new processes and procedures to ensure the event runs assmoothly as possible with a Calvary level of excellence.• Order and distribute various materials and resources needed to achieve the needs of thecommunity and execution of all events.• Collaborate and coordinate with other departments in Calvary Church for the implementationand distribution of various promotion material.• Keep accurate and detailed information of Calvary Church outreach/event efforts.• Help Coordinate church community initiatives and events.• Help Coordinate – plan and execute all Special Events (Easter, National Day of Prayer,Freedom Celebration, Concerts, Conferences, etc.):o Work with Calvary creative team to plan and coordinate event details.o Schedule and organize weekly department head meetings (on a seasonal basis).o Serve as main POC for volunteers/volunteer leadso Work with local vendorso Help recruit and place volunteers to organize them according to each event’s needs.• Help manage all Calvary Outreach Events (Thanksgiving Pickup Party, Calvary Christmas ToyShop, etc):o Work with Calvary creative team to plan and coordinate event details.o Schedule and organize weekly department head meetings (on a seasonal basis).o Serve as main POC for volunteers/volunteer leads, supporting/partnering organizations,etc.o Help recruit and place volunteers to organize and coordinate all “focus” areas of theevent.o Help create and maintain master spreadsheet of event, focus groups, and needs of each“focus group” – communicating with team leads and ordering/purchasing neededmaterials (TPP).o Assist with manage all details related to Calvary Toy Shopo Help oversee team leads, recruiting volunteers and placing volunteerso Track and process all incoming toyso Help plan distribution(s)/toy shop operations with Special Events team and withCommunity Outreach Teamo Connect with schools and/or organizations for distribution (as needed).o Recruit and train volunteers for day of event and various workdays prior to event.Ability to receive direction from SE Director or SE Director Assistant and complete assigned tasks within required deadlines. (training will be provided)Availability to work weekends/evenings as required prior to events for Event preparations: hosting KIOSK/promo/trainingGENERAL OFFICE DUTIES:o Answer phones, file, organize, type, fax, write, make copies, schedule, email, sendmail, direct calls, bulk print, voicemail, deliver messages, manage calendars, inventory,prepare reports, proofread, troubleshoot problems with office equipment and workwith the public and staff.o Handle money properly, be familiar with protocol and provide documentation.o Uphold Calvary Church policies.o Have skills and ability to generate documents/power points/excel sheets.o Able to input data into reports, and easy to understand charts/graphs.o Understand of basic computer software, programs, word processors, etc.o Able to work under stress, multiple projects, and deadlines effectively.o Attend mandatory staff meetings, and various departmental meetings.o Communicate with all levels of departments including, but not limited to, janitors,maintenance, executive office, servants, student ministries, ministry leaders,surrounding businesses and contracted businesses.o Assist with annual board report for Special Events department.SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:• High School Diploma or equivalent• Associates preferred or equivalent work experience (Six months to one year of relevantexperience)• 3+ years office experience• Confidentiality• Strong organizational skills• Strong leadership skills and capabilities• A calm sense of urgency• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional interpersonalcommunication skills• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on givenassignments• Ability to complete assigned responsibilities and duties under direction from supervisor aswell as to be self-motivated and take individual initiative• Works well under pressure• Detail oriented and team player• Microsoft Suite experience and database experience (Excel, Microsoft Office, etc.)• Be able to familiarize yourself with programs Calvary utilizes• Teams• Ministry Platform• eSPACE• Flexibility to work early, late, weekends and holidays• Calvary is your home church which you attend weeklyCOMMENTSThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature of this job and the level of workperformed by employees in this position.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by theemployee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-relatedinstructions and to perform any other job-related duties required by their supervisor.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “atwill” employment relationship.

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