Immigrants' Rights Paralegal

Title: Immigrants' Rights Paralegal

Work Location: Sacramento and/or Fresno, CA Term: Full-time, occasional evening and weekends required

Position Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $23.00 - $30.00/hour commensurate with skills and experience

Reports to: Managing Paralegal

Generous Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees & dependents, 3% employer-matched retirement plan, 12 vacation days, 10 sick days and 12 holidays, hybrid work schedule currently in place.

Requirements: Access to reliable transportation.

Join the largest American Muslim civil rights organization at the frontlines in protecting the rights of free speech, to freely practice one's faith, to pursue employment opportunities without harassment, and to live 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 such an important vision to be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding, our diverse workforce stands together to demonstrate our values for everyone who chooses to join the efforts.

About the Role: CAIR-CA provides legal immigration services to refugees, asylum seekers, and the diverse immigrant community in California through our Immigrant's Rights Center (IRC). The Paralegal/Legal Coordinator will report to the Immigrant's Rights Associate Legal Manager and is primarily responsible for case management and administrative support to our Immigrant Rights Attorneys.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

· Conduct client intakes and legal screenings to provide consultations.

· Provide in-house referrals for callers with issues within CAIR's scope of legal expertise or refer out to external practitioners for callers with issues outside of CAIR's scope of legal expertise.

· Prepare immigration applications and petitions for submission to the appropriate agency under the supervision of an attorney or DOJ Accredited Representative.

· Handle full case load of immigration cases under the case management program, attorney correspondence files, databases, and calendars.

· Assist with gathering and maintaining clients' data for grant and legal reports, including data collection, testimonials, and narrative writing.

· Assist in community outreach and educational activities through the Sacramento Central Valley Region, including planning and conducting legal clinics, and other community events.

· Attend training and professional development opportunities related to case management and immigration procedures

· All CAIR staff are required to assist in general duties such as answering phones, processing mail, weekly outreach, fundraising, organizing and filing documents.

· Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences regarding race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability, and socio-economic circumstance

· Perform job-related special projects and other duties as assigned by the Director and project staff

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor's Degree and/or at least two years of paralegal or related experience.

· Department of Justice (DOJ) certified is preferred but not required.

· Fluent in Arabic, Farsi/Dari, Pashto or Urdu in both written and oral communication is preferred but not required.

· Experience with supporting immigrant and refugee community and or working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds and/or non-profit organizations preferred.

· Professional integrity and ability to maintain discretion and client confidentiality.

· Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to multi-task, and time management skills.

· Ability to work independently, multi-task, be flexible, and work well under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Along with excellent research and writing skills.

· Ability to interface with community members, clients, and potential clients with a high degree of professionalism and care.

· Proficient in Microsoft Word, and familiar with other Microsoft Office programs including MS Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and database software.

· Working Conditions and Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking.

TO APPLY:

Please submit your (1) a cover letter, (2) resume and (3) three references along with your application.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CAIR-CA is an equal-opportunity employer and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.

Salary : $23 - $28