General Counsel for Fair Housing Ctr. Law degree from accredited law school, admission to La. Bar and strong experience in housing and/or civil rights. Salary commensurate with experience. Cover letter and resume must be received via mail by 5/22/09, attn: Rebecca Waxman, 228 St. Charles Ave., Suite 1035, NOLA 70130. No phone calls or emails. www.gnofairhousing.org

Education Requirements: Law degree from accredited law school, admission to Louisiana State Bar and strong experience in housing and/or civil rights.

Skill Requirements: Ability to access, read, analyze and interpret legal documents, general business periodicals, professional and legal journals, federal and state fair housing statutes and regulations and court cases. Ability to write monthly/quarterly reports, business correspondence and other organization materials. Must be able to present information clearly and effectively and respond to inquiries and commentary from housing advocacy and consumer groups, housing industry organizations, members of the public and private sector and the general public.

Must be able to 1) perform each essential duty exceptionally with the knowledge, skill and ability required, 2) analyze and interpret financial reports, government regulations, and legal documents, 3) respond to inquiries or complaints from donors, members, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community, and 4) present information effectively to management, public groups, and/or Board or Directors. Must be dedicated to the fair housing rights of all protected classes.