Immigration Law Consultant

1 week ago


Baltimore, Maryland, United States Global Refuge Full time
Position Overview

Are you dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and families seeking refuge?

This role will report to the Director of Legal Affairs at Global Refuge. The Immigration Legal Consultant will provide essential training and technical support to field offices and partners within the organization, focusing on immigration law, policy, and practice. The primary responsibility of the Immigration Legal Consultant is to deliver client-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive legal guidance and representation on immigration-related issues.

This position offers the flexibility of remote work with occasional travel as necessary.

Global Refuge, previously known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit organization committed to assisting newcomers in their pursuit of safety and the American dream. Since its inception, the organization has supported over 750,000 individuals globally, providing services that include refugee resettlement, economic empowerment, and family reunification.

We value attracting and retaining top talent and offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance,
  • Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement,
  • Generous paid time off, including 20 vacation days and 12 sick days,
  • Fully paid parental leave for 12 weeks,
  • Company contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan,
  • Family Building benefits for reproductive health and adoption assistance,
  • An annual wellness benefit tailored to your personal needs, including funding for fitness classes and healthy eating initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver training and technical assistance to local staff on various immigration matters, including documentation, asylum processes, family-based petitions, and work authorization.
  • Research and develop resource materials on immigration law and policy, ensuring ethical legal practices.
  • Collaborate with local partners to organize legal workshops, providing limited legal services for specific immigration applications.
  • Train staff on delivering trauma-informed and culturally competent legal screenings and representation in immigration law.
  • Conduct outreach and educational programs on immigration law and legal service management.
  • Assist with case escalation and provide technical support for processing issues.
  • Facilitate training on conducting information sessions regarding rights and legal matters for specific populations.
  • Engage in community outreach, presentations, and workshops, representing the organization at various functions.
  • Perform legal research on immigration law and maintain current knowledge of policies and practices.
  • Ensure accurate data entry and record-keeping for grant-funded initiatives.
  • Network and build relationships with organizations aligned with our mission.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in providing training and technical support on immigration matters.
  • Strong research and writing skills related to immigration law and policy.
  • Experience in organizing legal workshops and providing direct legal services.
  • Ability to conduct trauma-informed and culturally competent legal representation.
  • Familiarity with outreach and education programs in the legal field.
  • Commitment to maintaining up-to-date knowledge of immigration law and regulations.

Global Refuge is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their background. We participate in E-Verify.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive work environment. Salaries are determined based on market data and reflect the qualifications required for the role.



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