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TheImmigration Legal Assistantassists Global Refuge's Immigration Legal Services program staff to serve multiethnic immigrants and refugees. Clients include asylum-seekers/asylees, parolees, refugees, SIVs, and other clients seeking humanitarian protection and family reunification. TheImmigration Legal Assistantworks closely with Immigration Legal Services Program staff and interpreters to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed immigration legal services to low-income clients. They will prepare applications and petitions for review by the Director for Legal Affairs, Managing Attorney and/or the Immigration Staff Attorneys. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, hourly position supervised by the Director for Legal Affairs.

Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. We walk alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in theUnited States through our work in refugee resettlement, welcome and respite services for asylum seekers, economic empowerment and employment, and family unification for unaccompanied children. To date, we have served over 750,000 people from around the globe. Our comprehensive services leverage our extensive organizational expertise as well as government, community, and faith partnerships.

At Global Refuge, welcoming newcomers isn't just our duty-it's an inherent part of our identity, rooted in our Lutheran heritage and inspired values and serving as a testament to our unwavering commitment to those in search of refuge.Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.

DUTIES

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Under attorney supervision, provide clients with information on immigration benefits before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), work with clients to gather required and supporting documents, and assist clients to complete applications.

• Work closely with interpreters and translations services to ensure client communications and documentation are in appropriate languages.
• Assist attorneys in client communication, drafting applications for relief, following up with federal agencies including USCIS and Department of State (DOS) regarding case status.
• Process correspondence from USCIS and DOS, including updating immigration case management system, notifying clients, assisting clients to prepare responses to notices or Requests for Evidence, as appropriate, and following up with relevant parties.
• Respond to inquiries from clients regarding case status of cases pending with USCIS and DOS.
• Coordinate with attorney and client to help escalate cases to CIS Ombudsman or seek Congressional case assistance.
• Make appropriate referrals to other service providers and relevant community partners.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date files and detailed case notes, enter required data in a timely manner, meet all case reporting requirements within established timelines and standards, and assist in the completion of statistical, narrative, and financial reports.
• Perform other administrative, data-collection tasks, and reporting duties as assigned.
• Represent Global Refuge with clients, community members, and partners by receiving and returning phone calls and emails, scheduling appointments, supporting events (including group processing events), and conducting outreach for legal services.
• Pursue Department of Justice accreditation by successfully completing the Comprehensive Overview of Immigration Law (COIL) and all other required training.
• Maintain a basic knowledge of relevant laws, policies and trends in law aff cting the target population.
• Maintain strict client confidentiality and observe all other ethical practices/obligations as outlined in Global Refuge's Practice Manual.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Staff Attorney, Managing Attorney, and Director for Legal Affairs.
• Assist in the management of intern and volunteers, as needed.

Global Refuge is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.We participate in E-Verify.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in an innovative and rewarding work environment. Salaries are based on the latest market data and reflect the education, skills and requirements for the role. Differentials may exist based on the region and language abilities.Global Refuge has been welcoming newcomers since 1939. Learn more at globalrefuge.org.

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