Union: Non-Union
Job Number: J1224-0439
Job Title: Bilingual Manager, Legal Services - Eastern District (12 months)
Job Type: Contract
Contract Duration (months): 12 months
Job Location: Ottawa
Job Category: Management / Consulting
Role Designation: Flexible Hybrid - In person days can be flexible from week to week subject to manager approval and operational requirements.
Open Positions: 1
Posting Date: December 19, 2024
Closing Date: January 2, 2025
Legal Aid Ontario employees are committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients.
As an integral partner in the Justice system, working at Legal Aid Ontario is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to help people who need it the most; to ensure each client receives the access to justice afforded to them under the law.
If you are looking for a new challenge in your already meaningful career with a team dedicated to justice, and innovation in a flexible and supportive work environment consider this opportunity below.
Legal Aid Ontario values integrity, respect, responsiveness, excellence, independence, accountability, openness and consistency. Our recruitment process reflects our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process as well as during employment at LAO. Please direct any accommodation requests to our recruitment team.
At Legal Aid Ontario, we are committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment and is designed to enhance both professional and personal well-being.
We have a comprehensive health and wellness program that includes dental, health and life insurance along with Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance and Short-Term Disability (STD) coverage. Legal Aid Ontario also offers a personal spending account which is an allotment of funds geared to supporting your mental, physical and financial well-being.
Employees at Legal Aid Ontario also enjoy a generous paid time-off policy including vacation days, sick days, discretionary days and statutory holidays.
Employees are automatically enrolled in the Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP), administered by the Ontario Pension Board (OPB).
LAO is seeking a lawyer manager to oversee criminal and family duty counsel services in Ottawa (family only), Brockville, Perth, and Pembroke. Reporting to the Director General in the East District, this position is responsible for managing staff and per diems, developing and implementing new services, liaising with stakeholders, managing budgets, and supporting the Director General and management team with strategic analysis.
Location: Ottawa is the preferred home location. Travel is expected within the East District, including to Brockville, Perth, and Pembroke.
To apply, submit a cover letter & résumé.
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified by email.
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