What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Staff Attorney position at National Legal Aid & Defender Association?
Position Description
Inspired by Jewish values and ideals, MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger is a national advocacy organization working to end hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds in the United States and Israel.
For more than 40 years, MAZON has worked to ensure that laws, policies, and regulations governing access to food are available, accessible, and meaningful to those who need them, particularly vulnerable populations whose food security is at the heart of our mission — including single mothers, military families, Indigenous communities, veterans, college students, the people of Puerto Rico and the territories, and members of the LGBTQ community including trans youth. Our efforts are designed to provide people with the resources they need in a manner that is dignified and without judgment. All people — regardless of circumstance — must have access to adequate, nutritious food, while retaining their choice, agency, and dignity.
MAZON is a leading national voice on anti-hunger issues. We work independently and in coalition with partners to protect and strengthen government nutrition programs that help people put food on the table, explore innovative solutions to persistent challenges to food security, and undertake unique strategies to bring such solutions to fruition. We educate communities across the country about the reality of hunger and how they can join us to help end it. We also provide funding to expand advocacy, training, and resources to nonprofit organizations across the United States and Israel, which includes a range of partnerships with local advocacy groups, food banks, legal-service organizations, and statewide coalitions.
Position Overview
MAZON’s Legal Advocacy Department works to ensure there is accountability for the promises our country has made to those who struggle with hunger, taking on key cases and initiatives to protect the right to food for all. The Senior Staff Attorney will be an integral part of the Legal Advocacy Department’s strategy to grow MAZON’s legal work. The position will provide litigation and other support to the Director of Legal Advocacy.
Compensation And Benefits
MAZON offers a compensation package with a competitive salary range of $88,000 – 95,000 annually. Employer-paid benefits include comprehensive medical insurance and Life/Disability/AD&D insurance. Other benefits include a 401K plan with an employer match, FSA participation, dental, vision, and AFLAC insurance at a discounted group rate. MAZON offers a very generous vacation, sick time plan, and holiday schedule, including all major Jewish holidays. We close early on Fridays in observance of Shabbat. We have a fun office environment (even virtually!) and a fantastic team who are dedicated to the meaningful work we do.
Inspired by Jewish values and ideals, MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger is a national advocacy organization working to end hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds in the United States and Israel.
For more than 40 years, MAZON has worked to ensure that laws, policies, and regulations governing access to food are available, accessible, and meaningful to those who need them, particularly vulnerable populations whose food security is at the heart of our mission — including single mothers, military families, Indigenous communities, veterans, college students, the people of Puerto Rico and the territories, and members of the LGBTQ community including trans youth. Our efforts are designed to provide people with the resources they need in a manner that is dignified and without judgment. All people — regardless of circumstance — must have access to adequate, nutritious food, while retaining their choice, agency, and dignity.
MAZON is a leading national voice on anti-hunger issues. We work independently and in coalition with partners to protect and strengthen government nutrition programs that help people put food on the table, explore innovative solutions to persistent challenges to food security, and undertake unique strategies to bring such solutions to fruition. We educate communities across the country about the reality of hunger and how they can join us to help end it. We also provide funding to expand advocacy, training, and resources to nonprofit organizations across the United States and Israel, which includes a range of partnerships with local advocacy groups, food banks, legal-service organizations, and statewide coalitions.
Position Overview
MAZON’s Legal Advocacy Department works to ensure there is accountability for the promises our country has made to those who struggle with hunger, taking on key cases and initiatives to protect the right to food for all. The Senior Staff Attorney will be an integral part of the Legal Advocacy Department’s strategy to grow MAZON’s legal work. The position will provide litigation and other support to the Director of Legal Advocacy.
Compensation And Benefits
MAZON offers a compensation package with a competitive salary range of $88,000 – 95,000 annually. Employer-paid benefits include comprehensive medical insurance and Life/Disability/AD&D insurance. Other benefits include a 401K plan with an employer match, FSA participation, dental, vision, and AFLAC insurance at a discounted group rate. MAZON offers a very generous vacation, sick time plan, and holiday schedule, including all major Jewish holidays. We close early on Fridays in observance of Shabbat. We have a fun office environment (even virtually!) and a fantastic team who are dedicated to the meaningful work we do.
Salary : $88,000 - $95,000