Supervisor, Government Benefits, Queens

Legalservicesnyc

Queens, US
Base: $108,847—$174,155 usd; bonus/equity: not spe...
On-site
Government benefits advocacy
Supervising legal work
Client services oversight
Legal Services NYC (LSNYC) is seeking a Supervisor for its newly structured Government Benefits Unit in Queens, responsible for overseeing advocacy work, training staff, and managing external relationships. The ideal candidate will have advocacy experience in government benefits, a commitment to social justice, and familiarity with low-income communities. The position offers opportunities for professional development within a supportive and mission-driven environment

Job Summary

  • The Supervisor will focus on supervision of advocacy work, training and mentoring staff in the unit, external relations, and special initiatives.
  • Responsibilities include daily oversight of client services, supporting the Unit Director in government and funder relations, and assisting with contract management.
  • LSNYC fights poverty and seeks racial, social and economic justice for low-income New Yorkers, providing legal services for over 50 years.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Legal Services NYC (LSNYC) is seeking a Supervisor for its newly structured Government Benefits Unit in Queens, responsible for overseeing advocacy work, training staff, and managing external relationships. The ideal candidate will have advocacy experience in government benefits, a commitment to social justice, and familiarity with low-income communities. The position offers opportunities for professional development within a supportive and mission-driven environment.

Salary

Base: $108,847—$174,155 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Government benefits advocacy
  • Supervising legal work
  • Client services oversight
  • Community engagement
  • Funder relations

Nice-to-have

  • Team player
  • Self-starter
  • Passion for social justice
  • Familiarity with Queens communities

Key Requirements

  • Advocacy experience in government benefits (Public Assistance, HASA, SNAP, Medicaid, SSD, SSI, Unemployment Insurance, FHEPS, City FHEPS, Section 8)
  • Experience supervising or mentoring advocates
  • Experience working with low-income communities and communities of color
  • Attorney preferred, but not required

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter