Washington State Immigration Attorney (Affirmative and Defensive)

at  IRCO

Description:
POSITION: Washington State Immigration Attorney (Affirmative and Defensive)
JOB CLASS: Grade 5; Coordinator 3 / Technical Specialist 4
WAGE: Starting at $61,222 per year based on experience
FLSA; EEO; WC: Exempt; Professionals; 8864
LOCATIONS: IRCO ILS Vancouver Office, 4400 NE 77th Ave #275, Vancouver, WA 98662, hybrid schedule
FTE; FT/PT; STATUS: 0.50 FTE; Part-Time with Benefits; Regular
APPLY AT: www.irco.org
STATUS: Part-Time with Benefits
PROGRAM(S): Immigration Legal Services
SECTOR/DIVISION: Legal Services / Community Safety and Wellbeing
REQUIREMENTS: Juris Doctorate, licensed to practice law (in good standing)
Must have vehicle and insurance to drive during business hours
This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

The mission of the Legal Services team is to provide direct legal services to our most vulnerable community members. We are a multidisciplinary team with Immigration Law, Disability Law, and Family Law units. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with and receive mentorship from attorneys with diverse specialties, credentials, and experiences across these disciplines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Washington State Immigration Attorney will self-manage a case load of both affirmative and removal defense cases.

MINIMUM JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
• Licensure with the Oregon State Bar or another state bar preferred.
• Experience in immigration law (1+ years required)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and online legal research.
• Must be able to pass criminal history background check.
• Strong attention to detail.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong communication skills in a multilingual, multicultural organization
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, self-starting with a flexible growth mindset
• Experience working with immigrant and refugee communities.
• Fluency in another language other than English, Spanish preferred

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Hybrid setting job
• Positions require some analysis of problems or decision-making ability
• Well protected environment with minimal hazards or obstacles
• Stable work schedule with minimal fluctuations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Research, prepare, and provide culturally responsive representation to clients on a variety of immigration matters, including but not limited to:
• Naturalization
• Adjustment of Status
• Employment Authorization
• VAWA, U, & T visas.
• Asylum and Withholding of Removal or Cancellation of Removal
• SIJS Predicate Orders
• Motions to Change Venue
• Prosecutorial Requests
• Represent clients at USCIS interviews and court hearings
• Maintain client records and data on case management software in compliance with standards determined by IRCO, program funders, legal requirements
• Uphold all professional standards consistent with the profession of Lawyer/Attorney, including a high level of confidentiality.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Positions at this level are not responsible for any supervisory functions, or responsibilities, but may occasionally be asked to orient and/or train new employees or volunteers.