Legal Assistant for Refugee & Immigrant Services

U.S. Comm For Refuge; Aurora (CO); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) seeks a Legal Assistant to support its Preferred Communities program. The role assists Staff Attorneys with client intakes, eligibility, and application preparation, while handling admin and data tasks in a nonprofit legal setting.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, at least two years in a legal environment, and excellent English communication. In-person work location and a commitment to diversity are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Two years of experience in a legal or similar setting preferred.
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills.
• Commitment to working in a diverse and at times challenging environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and database programs.

Responsabilités

• Monitor incoming communication and promptly respond to potential clients seeking legal support.
• Refer potential clients to other legal service providers or relevant partners.
• Collaborate with Staff Attorneys to conduct intakes and assist with eligibility assessments and applications.
• Perform administrative, data-collection, and reporting duties as assigned.
• Maintain basic knowledge of relevant laws, policies, and trends affecting the target population.

Connaissances

English communication

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Diversity commitment

Formation

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Outils

MS Word

MS Excel

Database programs

Description du poste

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) seeks a Legal Assistant to support its Preferred Communities program. The role assists Staff Attorneys with client intakes, eligibility, and application preparation, while handling admin and data tasks in a nonprofit legal setting.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, at least two years in a legal environment, and excellent English communication. In-person work location and a commitment to diversity are essential.