Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc. (GBLA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is “to promote social change and justice by providing high-quality legal services to the low-income community.” GBLA’s service area is Kern County, California.
GBLA seeks a talented attorney to join our team and work collaboratively in the Domestic Violence Reduction Project under the direct supervision of the Director of Litigation, Division A. The attorney provides legal assistance to protect children, prenatal to five, from further exposure to domestic violence, child abuse and/or neglect. This project assists clients by preparing and filing legal protective orders (commonly known as a restraining order), obtaining child custody and visitation orders (where applicable), representing clients in court, and making referrals to other services when necessary. Therefore, the attorney provides trauma-informed legal services ranging from advice and counsel to extended services in the Superior Court of California, County of Kern. This position offers a hybrid work location.
- The candidate must be an active member of the State Bar of California or eligible to become a Registered Legal Aid Attorney.
- The State Bar of California’s requirements to become a Registered Legal Aid Attorney, among others, are:
- Licensure and good standing in another U.S. jurisdiction; and
- Employment with an eligible Legal Aid Organization in California as defined by Cal. Rules of Court rule 9.45.
The ideal candidate for this position possesses extensive knowledge and experience with domestic violence protection law such as California’s Domestic Violence Protection Act (Family Code § 6300 et seq.). The candidate must possess exceptional analytical, organizational, and writing skills, and strong oral and written communication abilities. A firm commitment to public interest advocacy and a proactive approach to collaborative work are essential qualities. Additionally, the ideal candidate will exhibit leadership capabilities by providing guidance and direction to colleagues as needed. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is strongly preferred. This position offers the opportunity for remote work within California.
Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this full-time exempt role is $92,000-$107,000 per year, with a final offer dependent on factors such as experience, job-related skills, and qualifications.
Benefits:
Coverage becomes effective on the first day of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.
• Medical Coverage
o No-cost medical coverage plan for all full-time employees
o Dependent coverage is optional through a Sec 125 plan, paid by the employee.
• Dental and Vision Coverage
o No cost for the employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents.
• Life Insurance Coverage
o No cost coverage for employee (3x’s annual wage)
o No cost coverage for spouse ($10,000)
o No cost coverage for dependents ($5,000)
• Long & Short Term Disability
o Employee Only
• Retirement 403b
o No waiting period, employee-only contributions
• Holidays
o 14-16 paid holidays, depending on the days they fall on.
• Sick Leave
No waiting period: accrual begins on the first day of employment.
o Accrual is 3.46 each pay period.
• Vacation Leave
o No waiting period: accrual begins on the first day of employment.
o 0 to 2 years 2 weeks/ 10 days/ 6.25 hrs. per month
o 2+ to 4 years 3 weeks/15 days / 9.375 hrs. per month
o 4+ to 8 years 4 weeks/20 days/ 12.5 hrs. per month
o 8+ years 5 weeks/25 days/14.42 hrs. per month
