We are always committed to building a team focused on serving our community. See the open opportunities below.

East River Legal Services (ERLS) is hiring a Managing Attorney for our Sioux Falls office. This is a role for someone ready to build a team and design the legal department of your dreams. ERLS is a non-profit law firm serving low-income individuals in the 33 eastern South Dakota counties. East River Legal Services exists to better the lives of the over 56,000 people living in poverty in South Dakota. We prioritize services to our most vulnerable citizens, including our community’s Veterans, older Americans (60+), people with disabilities, victims of crime, and all those facing financial insecurity.

A career with ERLS offers the opportunity to work with a team of professionals driven by a passion for making a difference in the lives of our clients and community. Our total benefits package offers 100% employer-paid medical, dental, life, and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D).

At ERLS we are committed to offering fair and equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We strictly prohibit any forms of discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veterans’ status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.