Immigration Counselor

POSITION SUMMARY

CPLC Immigration is a recognized agency that provides immigration services; including naturalization, deferred action for childhood arrivals, and family-based immigration petitions services.  The Accredited Immigration Counselor in the Family Immigration Program provides legal services to low-income clients with needs related to immigration legal benefits. The services include, among others, the following: (a) giving general consultation both a collective and on individual basis, (b) completing forms instituted by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on behalf of clients, (c) networking with other community-based legal service providers in the area and State in advocacy efforts and policy changes, and administrative duties in the program, including data entry, client intakes, fee reconciliation, and answering phones.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years experience as an Immigration Counselor, or any equivalent combinations of education, experience, and training which indicated ability to perform job duties.
• Bilingual Spanish and English.
• Accreditation by the Dept. of Justice within 9 months of hire is required.
• Knowledge of Immigration policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Possess an Arizona Driver’s license, vehicle insurance and availability to be covered under CPLC policy.
• Possess an Arizona Driver’s license, vehicle insurance and availability to be covered under CPLC policy.

Other requirements:

Must possess excellent technical skills including Microsoft suite. Must be able to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks and responsibilities. Must be detail-oriented and organized. Must be able to utilize technology to track results. Able to travel in and out of state as needed. Must have reliable transportation for travel to and from events.