ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

On behalf of Fair Housing of Marin, provide direct fair housing counseling services in English and Spanish to tenants and homeowners in protected classes, including providing information on coverage of fair housing laws, making reasonable accommodation requests, providing advocacy, intervention and/or mediation services, and acting as representative in administrative complaints; provide limited fair housing counseling services to housing providers
In collaboration with other senior/management staff members, evaluate test methodology, provide feedback on structuring complaint and audit-based tests, analyze completed rental and lending tests, and prepare administrative complaints for filing
Represent agency in administrative complaints
Represent agency in lawsuits and/or collaborate with counsel of record to support agency lawsuits
Lead fair housing training sessions for housing providers; present fair housing information to social service providers, advocacy organizations, and/or community members in English and Spanish
Attend community and advocacy organization meetings, municipal/local government hearings and/or meetings, public housing authority meetings, and other relevant outreach events as agency representative as appropriate; prepare formal written comments on any relevant documents or topics
In collaboration with other senior/management staff members, implement programs designed to meet various grant goals and compile data for quarterly reports; contribute to drafting new grant proposals

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Commitment to fair housing and civil rights; knowledge of federal and state fair housing laws desirable
Excellent written communication skills
Excellent public speaking, and interpersonal skills in English and Spanish
Ability to work effectively with a diverse community
Ability to exhibit patience, tact and respect when dealing with the general public and other staff members
Ability to access, read, and interpret legal documents, federal and state fair housing statutes and regulations, related professional journals, industry trade organization publications, etc.
Ability to conduct training for fair housing professionals, government agencies, and industry groups
Ability to represent Fair Housing of Marin effectively in a professional and exceptional manner
Experience with computers; knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, FileMaker Pro, Microsoft PowerPoint, and other software desirable

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must have J.D. and be an active member of the California bar. Experience in social service or public entity and on behalf of civil rights protections desirable. Candidates must have a desire to work and interact with, as well as demonstrate respect for individuals and groups without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial status, or disability. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

This position may require some infrequent non-traditional work hours for enforcement activities.

How to apply

Please submit resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and writing sample (not to exceed 10 pages) to craig@fairhousingmarin.com. Position open until filled. Benefits offered

Fair Housing of Marin is an Equal Opportunity Employer