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Immigrants' Rights Attorney
Location:
Sacramento, CA
Description:
We are expanding our legal services, and recruiting full-time staff attorneys to join our growing team! CAIR-Sacramento Valley/Central California is looking for a passionate and talented individual to become our Immigrants' Rights Attorney. Join one of the most dynamic teams serving the American Muslim community. This position aims to increase access to and provide culturally competent immigration legal services to members of the Sacramento Valley and Central California immigrant community. Location: Office located in Sacramento, CA. Work-from-home structure is currently in place due to COVID-19. Term: Full-time, occasional evening and weekends required Position Status: Exempt Pay Range: $65,000-$85,000/annually commensurate with skills and experience Reports to : Senior Immigrants' Rights Attorney Generous Benefits : 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees & dependents, 3% employer-matched retirement plan, 12 vacation days, 10 sick days and 10 holidays, hybrid work schedule currently in place. Requirements: Must have proof of COVID-19 Vaccination/Boosters. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE Conduct client intake, prepare applications and petitions for submission to the appropriate agency Lead/manage humanitarian parole efforts Represent clients before the USCIS and EOIR. Manage caseload and supervise related casework. Oversee efforts to strengthen program policies and procedures. Oversee work of volunteers, including law students and pro bono attorney s. Participate in community outreach and educational activities, including planning and conducting legal clinics. Work in, lead or form coalitions with other organizations and collaborating with immigrant communities. Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, legal articles and legal codes. Prepare legal documents such as memos, motions and appeals. Assess clients for other civil legal service and immigration -related needs and provide in-house referrals. Assist other staff in the production of internal and external reports. Write and secure grants from foundations and corporations to support immigrants' rights work. Market immigration services. Other duties as needed. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Law degree from an American Bar Association-accredited school. Member in good standing of a state Bar. 1-3 years of immigration law experience, specifically in areas of asylum, removal and naturalization. Strong time management skills with a demonstrated ability for meeting deadlines. Demonstrated problem-solving skills with outstanding attention to detail. Comfort working productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills including public speaking experience. Experience working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Access to a working vehicle and the ability to drive throughout the Sacramento region and beyond. High degree of self-motivation and creativity. A strong commitment to civil rights and CAIR's mission. Basic computer proficiency including knowledge of MS Office Suite. Knowledge of cloud applications such as SharePoint, Office365 and social media applications. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Arabic, Farsi/Dari, Pashto, or Urdu proficiency. Pashto/Dari proficiency is a plus. Experience working with nonprofit organizations. TO APPLY Please send (1) a cover letter discussing your interest in the position, (2) your resume, (3) a brief example of your writing, and (4) the names and contact information of three references. Position is open until filled. CAIR-CA is an equal opportunity employer. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Company:
Cair Sacval
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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