Staff Attorney, Technical Assistance and Training

THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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CGRS is seeking a highly motivated individual passionate about refugee rights and attorney professional development as a Staff Attorney for Training & Technical Assistance.

The position is based in California and the work includes both national and California-focused matters. The position is a dynamic one that will reflect the vision and flexibility of the organization in the changing landscape of attacks on refugee rights.

This position may be remote / hybrid, but the attorney must reside and be barred in California and will require travel in California.

The Staff Attorney for Training & Technical Assistance reports directly to the CGRS Director of Training & Technical Assistance.

This role will be focused primarily in CGRS’s Training & Technical Assistance program but may be involved with other core program areas as it relates to training, resource development, or mentorship in the representation of asylum seekers.

Working in close collaboration with the Director of Training & Technical Assistance, the Staff Attorney for Training & Technical Assistance will be responsible for the following :

• Design trainings and develop resources for dissemination through CGRS’s technical assistance program.
• Conduct in-person trainings, webinars, and other presentations for attorneys and other advocates.
• Research and write on key legal issues, including practice advisories and training materials.
• Respond to attorney requests for technical assistance at all levels of adjudication, including consulting on legal strategy, reviewing, and providing feedback on legal documents, and performing legal research.
• Regularly coordinate with the Director of Training & Technical Assistance and other team members regarding overarching program priorities and funding deliverables.
• Develop and maintain relationships with the private immigration bar, pro bono counsel, non-profit immigration practitioners and other stakeholders supporting asylum seekers (e.

g., public interest organizations and community groups).

• Represent CGRS in local, national, international coalitions and working groups.
• Participate in other projects and duties across CGRS’ core program areas on an as-needed basis.

REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• JD degree and admission to practice law in California
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible affirmative and removal defense experience in asylum and immigration cases, including representation before the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, Immigration Court, and Board of Immigration Appeals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Background in the public interest sector and experience with national and local immigrant rights and other coalition partners preferred.
• Experience mentoring and supervising junior attorneys, pro bono attorneys, law clerks, and / or support staff and interns.
• Enthusiasm for attorney professional development and adult learning.
• Experience training, teaching, or presenting on substantive immigration law and practical skills preferred.
• Solid organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent legal strategy, analysis, drafting, and editing skills.
• Excellent oral communication skills, including in both legal advocacy and broader public communication.
• Proficiency with relevant software programs, e.g., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• High level of productivity.
• Willingness to travel throughout California and nationally.
• Demonstrated commitment to refugee, human rights, and social justice issues.
• Fluency in Spanish a plus.

SALARY $85,000 - $115,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience

BENEFITS

Health and Welfare Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation-related, healthcare, and dependent care expenses
• Employee Assistance Program

For Your Financial Future

• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Legal Insurance
• University of California Retirement Plan (a defined benefit plan)
• Deferred Compensation Plans / Pre-tax Retirement Savings Programs

For Your Work / Life Balance

• Fifteen paid holidays per year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Commuter Benefits Program

THE HIRING PROCESS

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume at : https : / / uclawsf.breezy.hr / p / e2c0c6346c57-staff-attorney. CGRS will review applications on a rolling basis and encourages individuals to apply by January 3, 2024.

Failure to provide the information as required on the application and / or instructions to apply shall immediately disqualify an applicant from employment consideration.

Please note : This position has been designated as sensitive and requires a pre-employment background check.

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