Pro Bono Program Manager for the Veterans Legal Services Clinic
University of Arkansas SystemAbout the role
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University of Arkansas at Little RockThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Experiential Learning and Clinical Programs
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Veterans Legal Services Clinic (“VLSC”) provides legal representation to service members who are veterans of the United States Military. The Pro Bono Program Manager is a 12-month, full-time position within the VLSC. Working in conjunction with the Director of the VLSC, the Pro Bono Program Manager is responsible for supervising a program for recruiting, maintaining, and coordinating a state-wide network of volunteer attorneys who will accept case referrals from the VLSC and represent military veterans on a no-fee or reduced fee basis in matters before the Department of Veterans Affairs or the Department of Defense. The Pro Bono Program Manager uses a high level of discretion, interpretation, and independent judgment in executing the responsibilities of the position. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institutional policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
Two years of work experience in office administration or program administration;
Notary Public or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of starting employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
A paralegal degree or certificate.
Job Duties:
Plan Outreach Events and Meetings: The Pro Bono Program Manager will plan and implement outreach events across the State of Arkansas to introduce practicing attorneys to the VLSC, explain its services, and discuss the process through which volunteer attorneys can accept case referrals from the VLSC. This outreach includes developing relationships with law firms, corporations, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations to coordinate the recruitment of volunteer attorneys. The Pro Bono Program Manager will also assist in creating marketing and recruitment materials for the VLSC;
Develop and Conduct Training for Volunteer Attorneys: The Pro Bono Program Manager will assist the VLSC Director in creating and conducting free Continuing Legal Education (CLE) workshops on veterans’ legal issues.
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