Afghan & Refugee Program Attorney

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Afghan & Refugee Program Attorney

Full Time - Exempt

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927.  We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need.  Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.  

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Provide high quality immigration legal services. Counsel, prepare applications and represent individuals before the Executive Office for Immigration Review, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, the National Visa Center and consulates abroad. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct representation to clients on affirmative and defensive cases identified during consultations and in accordance with grant and programmatic goals.
• Apply appropriate techniques and standards in program development, service delivery and case management in providing legal representation, advice and referral to individuals and families in the area of immigration law.
• Attends clinics and workshops coordinated by our organization and our community partners.
• Works collaboratively with Managing Attorney in developing strategic plans and priorities, in order to direct the implementation of services for client base served under funding guidelines
• Use program statistics to monitor and evaluate services and outcomes.
• Recommends, develops, and implements improvements as appropriate.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with community-based organizations, parishes and corporations to extend the reach of services and community support. 
• Completes necessary administrative duties (paperwork, case files, etc.) timely and accurately.
• Assists in training and supervising Afghan and Refugee Program paralegals and Department of Justice-accredited representatives.
• Assists in mentoring legal interns, fellows, and volunteers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• May supervise program volunteers, interns, and admin staff. 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Strong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and work under deadlines 
• Knowledge of/ability to learn the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required.
• Admission to a state bar, preferably Colorado.
• 1-3 years’ experience/knowledge in immigration law.
• Bilingual, with fluency in a non-English language spoken by one of Colorado’s refugee/asylee population preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have valid Colorado driver’s license and clean driving record. 

Admitted to the Colorado bar in active and good standing.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

$60,000 - $70,000 - DOE

Schedule:  This is a Full-time, 40 hours per week onsite

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off including 15 Paid Holidays annually (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing yearly) promoting work life balance.
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace.

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

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