Supervising Attorney

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI); City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) seeks a Supervising Attorney for its Preferred Communities program. The role involves supervising staff, providing direct representation to immigrant clients, and ensuring timely data reporting.

Ideal candidates will have a J.D., active state bar status, 7+ years in immigration law, and strong writing and analytical skills. Position is in-person with opportunities to supervise nationwide teams.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with a state bar association.
• Minimum 5 years of supervision experience, supervising Attorneys and/or staff.
• Minimum 7 years of immigration law experience.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and editing skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and support to PC Staff Attorney and Legal Assistants in various locations in the United States.
• Ensure monthly data reports are submitted timely.
• Conduct intakes and provide legal consultations to determine needs.
• Prepare and submit affirmative immigration applications for all forms of relief delineated by ORR including Adjustment of Status, Asylum, EADs, and TPS.
• Make appropriate referrals to other legal service providers and community partners.
• Conduct outreach, lead trainings, and participate in networking activities.
• Other duties as assigned by Associate Director of Humanitarian Legal Services.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Editing

Project management

Supervision

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

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 Supervising Attorney to assist with its Preferred Communities (“PC”) legal program serving Office of Refugee Resettlement eligible immigrants. The Supervising Attorney will contribute to the activities, supervision, and overall management of the program and provide direct representation to immigrant clients.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Providing direct supervision and support to PC Staff Attorney and Legal Assistants in various locations of the United States.
• Ensure monthly data reports are submitted timely.
• Conduct intakes and provide legal consultations to determine legal needs.
• Prepare and submit affirmative immigration applications for all forms of relief delineated by ORR including but not limited to: Adjustment of Status, Asylum, EADs, and TPS.
• Make appropriate referrals to other legal service providers and relevant community partners.
• Conduct outreach, lead trainings, and participate in networking activities.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Associate Director of Humanitarian Legal Services.

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

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with a state bar association.
• Minimum 5 years of supervision experience, supervising Attorneys and/or staff.
• Minimum 7 years of immigration law experience.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and editing skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.

Preferred Qualificatoins

• Fluency in a second language.
• 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

• 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.