Organization:
The Texas Access to Justice Foundation (“TAJF”) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization established in 1984 by the Texas Supreme Court and the State Bar of Texas to administer the Interest on Lawyers Trust Account (IOLTA) program. TAJF is the largest funder of free civil legal services for disadvantaged low-income communities in Texas. Since its founding, TAJF has administered more than two billion dollars in grants to nonprofit legal services organizations in Texas.
Position Description:
The Grants Program Officer serves as a key member of the Grants Team and reports to the Director of Grants. Works independently and collaboratively with Grant Team members in the award, monitoring and management of TAJF grants. Interfaces with other TAJF teams to achieve TAJF’s objectives and vision.
Primary FunctionsJD and certificate of good standing from the Texas State Bar and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the legal aid community. Equivalent years of experience in the representation of low-income clients may be considered in lieu of legal aid experience.
- Excellent writing, editing and presentation skills;
- Excellent analytical skills;
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with co-workers;
- Proficiency with Microsoft applications, database management, and spreadsheet software;
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail; demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and work well under time constraints.
- Occasional travel, primarily within the State of Texas
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with grant management software; management experience in working with a legal aid provider or in a volunteer bar association setting.
Skills Required
- Juris Doctor degree
- Certificate of good standing from the Texas State Bar
- At least three years of experience in the legal aid community, or equivalent experience representing low-income clients
- Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Proficiency with Microsoft applications, database management, and spreadsheet software
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under time constraints
- Experience with grant management software
- Management experience with a legal aid provider or volunteer bar association
What We Do
The State Bar of Texas is a public corporation and administrative agency of Texas’s judicial department. It supports the administration of the legal system, promotes equal access to justice and ethical conduct, helps attorneys serve clients and the public, and educates the public about the rule of law. It also administers continuing legal education and manages the attorney grievance process statewide.
