What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at U.S. COMM FOR REFUGE?
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI), established in 1911, is a nongovernmental, not-for-profit international organization dedicated to addressing the needs and rights of refugees and immigrants. USCRI, working with nearly 200 affiliates, provides legal, social, and health services to refugees, unaccompanied migrating children, trafficking survivors, and other immigrants in all 50 states, El Salvador, Honduras, Kenya, and Mexico. USCRI advocates for the rights of refugees and immigrants both nationally and globally, helping to drive humanitarian policies, practices, and law. To learn more about our work, please visit our website at www.refugees.org.
OVERVIEW
USCRI seeks a Legal Assistant to assist with its Preferred Communities (“PC”) legal program serving Office of Refugee Resettlement eligible immigrants. The Legal Assistant will provide direct technical assistance and support to the Staff Attorney(s).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•Monitor incoming communication and promptly respond to potential clients seeking legal support.
•Make appropriate referrals to other legal service providers and/or relevant community part-ners.
•Collaborate with Staff Attorney(s) to conduct intakes, assess client eligibility, and assist with application preparation as appropriate.
•Perform administrative, data-collection tasks, and reporting duties as assigned.
•Maintain basic knowledge of relevant laws, policies, and trends in law affecting target popu-lation.
All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions. All job duties indicated are not be considered an exhaustive statement and other job-related duties may be assigned as required by the supervisor(s).
REQUIREMENTS
•Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent experience.
•Two (2) years of experience working in a legal or similar setting preferred.
•Excellent written and oral English communication skills.
•Commitment to working in a diverse and at times challenging work environment.
•Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
•Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and database programs.
•Demonstrated support for USCRI’s values by exhibiting respect for others, maintaining confidential information and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant to be considered.
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.
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.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants is an equal opportunity employer.