Staff Attorney - Immigration

Work Location: San Diego, CA.
Term: Full-time, occasional evening and weekends required Position Status: Exempt Pay Range: $67,000-$79,000, salary commensurate with experience.
Reports to: Executive Director Generous Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees & dependents, 3% employer-matched retirement plan, 12 vacation days, ten sick days, and 10 holidays, hybrid work schedule utilized through December 2023.
Budget for the legal association membership fee, bar license renewal fee, CLE funding support, and malpractice insurance.
Requirements: Must have proof of COVID-19 Vaccination/Boosters.
About Us: Join the largest American Muslim civil rights organization at the frontlines in protecting the rights of free speech, freely practicing one's faith, pursuing employment opportunities without harassment, and living as an active and engaged American without reprisal.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations, California (CAIR-CA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) grassroots civil rights and advocacy group.
We recognize that our employees are passionate and talented and are our most valuable resource.
With a critical vision to be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding, our diverse workforce stands together to demonstrate our values for everyone who joins the efforts.
About the Role: CAIR-CA provides legal immigration services to refugees, asylum seekers, and the diverse immigrant community in California.
The Immigrants' Rights Attorney will primarily maintain a full caseload by providing immigration legal consultations and direct legal representation to clients before USCIS, EOIR, and other federal agencies.
The Immigrants' Rights Attorney supports the Immigrants' Rights Center team by handling full-scope consultation and representation of various immigration cases, participating in community engagements, and assisting with deliverable grant requirements.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE Provide consultations.
Prepare immigration applications and petitions for submission to the appropriate agency.
Research and analyze legal sources such as statutes, articles, and codes to prepare documents such as memos, training material, advisories, motions, and appeals.
Handle a full caseload of immigration cases, including removal defense cases before EOIR.
Represent clients before USCIS and EOIR.
Participate in community outreach and educational activities, including planning and conducting legal clinics, KYRs, and other community events.
Participate in, lead, and form coalitions with partner organizations while collaborating with and uplifting immigrant communities and immigrant-led organizations.
Provide in-house referrals for callers with issues within CAIR's scope of legal expertise or refer out to external practitioners for those outside of CAIR's scope of legal expertise.
Assist other staff in producing internal and external reports, including data collection, testimonials, and narrative writing.
Market immigration services include demonstrating an accurate and up-to-date understanding of CAIR's services to community members, leaders, and other stakeholders.
Other office duties as needed, including day-to-day operational tasks and assisting with organizational fundraising events.
Work a hybrid schedule, three days in the office and two remote days.
Represent CAIR at legal and political events.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS A law degree from an American Bar Association-accredited school is required.
A license to practice law in California is required.
Immigration law experience, specifically in areas of asylum, family-based petitions, removal defense, and naturalization, is required.
Knowledge of various humanitarian-based immigration applications.
Strong time management skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with outstanding attention to detail.
Ability to be productive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking experience.
Experience working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
Access to reliable transportation to drive to various parts of San Diego County.
Ability to maintain discretion and client confidentiality.
A high degree of self-motivation and creativity.
A solid commitment to CAIR's mission.
Basic computer proficiency, including knowledge of MS Office Suite.
TO APPLY: Please upload a (1) cover letter discussing your interest in the position and (2) your resume.