Staff Attorney

5 days ago

Richmond, Virginia, United States U.S Comm for Refuge Full time
Job Title: Staff Attorney

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Staff Attorney to join our team. As a Staff Attorney, you will be responsible for providing legal services to refugees and immigrants, including conducting intakes, preparing and submitting immigration applications, and representing clients before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Executive Office for Immigration Review.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conducting intakes and providing legal consultations to determine eligibility for legal relief;
  • Preparing and submitting immigration applications for family reunification, asylum, and other benefits;
  • Representing clients before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Executive Office for Immigration Review;
  • Making appropriate referrals to other service providers and relevant community partners;
  • Assisting in the development of grants or contract proposals and reporting;
  • Conducting outreach, leading trainings, and participating in networking activities;
  • Providing functional supervision of the Legal Assistant;
  • Maintaining bar membership through continuing legal education;

Requirements:

  • J.D. with a valid license to practice law;
  • At least two (2) years of experience practicing immigration law;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong writing and demonstrated intercultural communication ability;
  • High-level of proficiency in MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel, and database programs;
  • Ability to be in the office every day;
  • Positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team and also work independently;
  • Demonstrated commitment to immigration, social justice, and human rights;

Training Requirements:

  • Satisfactory completion of USCRI's Orientation and Training;
  • Complete additional training as identified by supervisor or Human Resources;

Physical Demands:

  • Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity;
  • Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands;
  • Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying;
  • Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard measurements);

Additional Notes:

  • Please submit a resume with a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications with your online application;
  • References will be required at time of the final interview;
  • No telephone calls please. Position will remain open until filled;
  • Work Location: In-person (possible consideration for a hybrid work environment);

Equal Employment Opportunity:

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic partnership status, marital status, physical or mental disability, AIDS/HIV status, age, political affiliation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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