UCAN is currently hiring as well as looking for volunteers. We are accepting applications for two positions.....but hurry, they will disappear as soon as they are filled.
UCAN's Legal Intern Program is currently accepting applications on a running basis. UCAN is also seeking an experienced web design volunteer which may develop into a paid contractual position.
April 1, 2008: There are two job openings at UCAN currently. They could be closed at any time
1. Water Advocacy Project Manager
Practice Area
Public Interest, Water Utilities
Position
Full-time manager of UCAN's advocacy on water and sewer practices and rates for the City of San Diego
Job Description
UCAN is seeking individuals experienced in municipal water utility management. UCAN is a
non-profit utility watchdog protecting San Diego consumers. UCAN was recently awarded the opportunity to place inserts in the bills of the City of San Diego water/sewer utility for the purposes of raising funds for the oversight of the City's water utility management and practices.
Qualifications
Background in water utility operations and management. Also experience in management.
Salary
Up to $70,000 annually, based upon experience. Includes medical.
Requested Items
Resume, Cover Letter,
Hours
Fulll time
Employer Contact
Michael Shames
Application Instructions
Submit application materials ONLY by either 1. using our online form or 2. Sending an email to michael [at] ucan [dot] org.
2. Legal Intern Program
Practice Area
Public Interest, Telecommunications, Utilities, Intellectual Property
Position
Spring or Summer 2008 Law Clerk
Job Description
UCAN is seeking individuals interested in Telecommunications, Technology/IP law, Consumer law, Utility law and litigation. UCAN is a non-profit utility watchdog protecting consumers from abusive practices in the areas of energy, gasoline, telecommunications, water, and other areas. Students with an interest in Public Interest and Intellectual Property law are sought in particular for work on a new UCAN project.
Qualifications
2Ls or 3Ls as of September 2007 are eligible; Interest in Consumer law and Technology; strong writing and organizational skills.
Salary
Volunteer or work study; Also check with your law school's Pro Bono Program to see if credit available.
Requested Items
Resume, Cover Letter, writing sample
Hours
Part-time
Employer Contact
Art Neill, Esq.
Utility Consumers' Action Network
3100 Fifth Avenue, Suite B
San Diego, CA 92103
Application Instructions
Students will submit application materials ONLY by either 1. using our online form or 2. Sending an email to legalinterns [at] ucan [dot] org.
UCAN seeks someone with web design experience, particularly CSS design experience and experience with the open source Content Management System Drupal, to assist in website design, layout, graphic design and overall appearance of the UCAN.org website as well as other UCAN websites in development. This position could become a part time , contractual paid position depending on experience. Email jobs [at] ucan [dot] org with your resume and examples of your web design work. Candidates from San Diego and California are preferred, but you may apply from anywhere.
