Immigration Legal Assistant

University YMCA

The University YMCA, founded in 1873, develops campus and community leaders committed to social justice, environmental protection, interfaith cooperation and global engagement by fostering dialogue, reflection and action.

Description

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The University YMCA seeks a mission-driven professional to provide direct immigration legal services and assistance for NAWC clients. The Immigration Legal Assistant will be responsible for completing client intake, providing immigration legal consultations, and preparing cases for submission to USCIS. They will work closely with the Legal Services Manager and the NAWC team to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality immigration legal services to local immigrant communities. The Immigration Legal Assistant will also receive training for DOJ partial accreditation through the University YMCA.

Compensation

This is a part-time position averaging 20 hours per week. The hourly wage range is $17.50 - $20.00, negotiable and commensurate with experience. This is a grant-funded position through June 30, 2025.

While continuation of this position is foreseen for years to come, all NAWC positions, including the Immigration Legal Assistant, are contingent on available grant funding and performance.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required
Fluency, written and oral, in English and Spanish and/or English and French is highly desired;
Ability to work a flexible schedule at times, including some evenings and weekends;
Valid driver’s license, good driving record and access to a reliable vehicle.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Attend training and perform tasks within ILC’s DOJ Guidelines to prepare to for DOJ partial accreditation;
Assist DOJ representatives with ongoing casework, forms, statements, cover letters, and client follow-up to ensure immigration cases are prepared and filed in a timely manner and client receives high-quality services;
Maintain complete and accurate client records;
Once accredited, represent clients before USCIS;
Contribute to outreach and education programs related to immigration law and advocate for the rights of immigrants;
Work with NAWC staff and volunteers to provide seamless and effective continuity of service for all clients;
Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Knowledge & Skills

Strong commitment to the enfranchisement and empowerment of immigrant communities;
Ability to work with people across diverse personalities, lifestyles, cultures, political orientations, and faiths
Impeccable integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed;
Excellent computer skills in all Microsoft Word applications and Google Suite;
Experience with case management systems and/or grant reporting is strongly preferred

Statement of Equal Opportunity

The University YMCA will not engage in any discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, religious preference or opinion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, family responsibilities, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, personal appearance, political affiliation, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a veteran of military service, prior arrest or conviction record, source of income, or any other discrimination based on categorizing or classifying a person which is not based upon factual data about the persons or group and is not related to the purpose for which it is used.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University YMCA is committed to equal opportunity for and affirmative action in the employment and advancement of an inclusive and diverse staff. The Association will not engage in any discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, religious preference or opinion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, family responsibilities, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, personal appearance, political affiliation, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a veteran of military service, prior arrest or conviction record, source of income, or any other discrimination based on categorizing or classifying a person which is not based upon factual data about the persons or group and is not related to the purpose for which it is used. This nondiscrimination policy relates to volunteer engagement, membership, employment, and access to and treatment in programs, activities and facilities.