Washington State Immigration Attorney (Affirmative and Defensive)

POSITION:                          Washington State Immigration Attorney

                                              (Affirmative and Defensive)

JOB CLASS:                          Grade 5; Coordinator 3 / Technical Specialist 4

WAGE:                                  Starting at $61,222 per year based on experience 

FLSA; EEO; WC:                  Exempt; Professionals; 8864

LOCATIONS:                       IRCO ILS Vancouver Office, 4400 NE 77th Ave #275, Vancouver, WA 98662, hybrid schedule

FTE; FT/PT; STATUS:         1.0 FTE; Full-Time with Benefits; Regular

APPLY AT:                           www.irco.org 

STATUS:                              Full-Time with Benefits

PROGRAM(S):                    Immigration Legal Services

SECTOR:                              Legal Services

REQUIREMENTS:               Juris Doctorate, licensed to practice law (in good standing) 

                                              Must have vehicle and insurance to drive during business hours

This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Program Summary
The mission of the Legal Services team is to provide direct legal services to our most vulnerable community members. We are a multidisciplinary team with Immigration Law, Disability Law, and Family Law units. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with and receive mentorship from attorneys with diverse specialties, credentials, and experiences across these disciplines.

Position Summary
The Washington State Immigration Attorney will self-manage a case load of both affirmative and removal defense cases.

Essential Functions

• Research, prepare, and provide culturally responsive representation to clients on a variety of immigration matters, including but not limited to:
  • Naturalization
  • Adjustment of Status
  • Employment Authorization
  • VAWA, U, & T visas.
  • Asylum and Withholding of Removal or Cancellation of Removal
  • SIJS Predicate Orders
  • Motions to Change Venue
  • Prosecutorial Requests
• Represent clients at USCIS interviews and court hearings
• Maintain client records and data on case management software in compliance with standards determined by IRCO, program funders, legal requirements
• Uphold all professional standards consistent with the profession of Lawyer/Attorney, including a high level of confidentiality.

Secondary Functions

• Participate in legal clinics, know your rights presentations, and other community education and engagement events.
• Communicate      and collaborate with immigration community navigators and local non-profit legal service providers.
• Assist with projects and other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

MINIMUM JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
• Licensure with the Oregon State Bar or another state bar preferred.
• Experience in immigration law (1+ years required)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and online legal research.
• Must be able to pass criminal history background check.
• Strong attention to detail.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong communication skills in a multilingual, multicultural organization
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, self-starting with a flexible growth mindset
• Experience working with immigrant and refugee communities.
• Fluency in another language other than English, Spanish preferred

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements

• Hybrid setting job
• Positions require some analysis of problems or decision-making ability
• Well protected environment with minimal hazards or obstacles
• Stable work schedule with minimal fluctuations

Supervisory Responsibilities

Positions at this level are not responsible for any supervisory functions, or responsibilities, but may occasionally be asked to orient and/or train new employees or volunteers.

What We Offer

IRCO is a very employee-friendly workplace and offers great benefit package to our staff:

• Many flexible working arrangements and schedule
• Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world
• Work that helps your community 
• 3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year 
• 401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting 
• 3% match for student loans or college savings 
• 12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• Medical & Dental insurance options with 90% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles
• Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance 
• Flexible spending account

Required Engagement

Engage fully in DEIB training, recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities.  This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO values and DEIB initiatives, such as active membership in an affinity group and/or joining a strategic plan workgroup.

IRCO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any characteristics protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.