Executive Director, Immigrant Justice Clinic

New Haven County Bar Association; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

New Haven County Bar Association seeks a Senior Director for the Immigrant Justice Legal Clinic in Chicago. The role leads 35–40 legal staff, shaping legal strategy and service delivery for immigrant communities, reporting to the VP of Programs.

Strong leadership, immigration expertise, and bilingual (English/Spanish) abilities are essential. The Senior Director will drive staff development, ensure ethical practice, manage budgets, and expand collaborations with partners and donors to advance

Formación

• Juris Doctorate and licensed to practice law; 10+ years in immigration legal services or management.
• Strong knowledge of immigration law; removal defense background preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to build relationships across diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal, writing, and organizational skills; proficient with essential software.

Responsabilidades

• Lead staff development by recruiting, training, supporting, and evaluating program managers.
• Provide legal oversight and strategic direction for the clinic and ensure ethical, high-quality client service.
• Oversee program leadership and budgeting, ensuring resources support organizational goals.
• Cultivate external relationships with member institutions, government and community partners to secure support and funding.
• Provide direct service leadership, including guidance on case matters and, when needed, representation.
• Maintain current knowledge of immigration developments and train staff accordingly.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Immigration law knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Educación

Juris Doctorate

Herramientas

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

New Haven County Bar Association seeks a Senior Director for the Immigrant Justice Legal Clinic in Chicago. The role leads 35–40 legal staff, shaping legal strategy and service delivery for immigrant communities, reporting to the VP of Programs.

Strong leadership, immigration expertise, and bilingual (English/Spanish) abilities are essential. The Senior Director will drive staff development, ensure ethical practice, manage budgets, and expand collaborations with partners and donors to advance