The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC)

The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC)

Senior Staff Attorney

New York City, NY · Staff+ · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 33 days ago
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About the role

  • Position will require regular travel within New York State, including the Capital Region, Hudson Valley, Western New York, Fingerlakes, New York City, and other parts of New York State.
  • Overview of the Organization The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) is an umbrella policy and advocacy organization for nearly 200 groups in New York State.
  • We envision a New York State that is stronger because all people are welcome, treated fairly, and given the chance to pursue their dreams.

Responsibilities

  • We represent the collective interests of New York's diverse immigrant communities and organizations and devise solutions to advance them; advocate for laws, policies, and programs that lead to justice and opportunity for all immigrant groups; and build the power of immigrants and the organizations that serve them to ensure their sustainability, to improve people's lives, and to strengthen our state.
  • Position Overview This is a contract-funded position for various initiatives that the NYIC is undertaking to support vulnerable immigrants throughout New York State.
  • two Paralegals and two Legal Assistants, who will also provide legal support to clients under their supervision and direction.
  • The Senior Staff Attorney will report to the Managing Attorney and will work closely with internal teams as well as external partners, including legal service providers and community-based organizations.
  • Serve as a legal resource and answer questions from partner organizations, clients, volunteers, and other stakeholders.
  • Draft, edit, and/or review training materials for legal volunteers, legal clinic guides, resources for legal services providers, and community-facing informational documents.
  • Other Responsibilities Support the Legal Director and Managing Attorney in implementing follow through of strategic decisions made regarding litigation efforts, special projects, and rapid response frameworks.
  • Develop training efforts and serve as the primary trainer on relevant topics in immigration law for our internal legal team's professional development.
  • Liaise with legal and non-legal service providers, external partners, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas: immigrant detention, bond or habeas, survivor-based relief, or other humanitarian relief.

Nice to have

  • immigrant detention, bond or habeas, survivor-based relief, or other humanitarian relief.
  • Experience with successfully developing and conducting strategic collaboration and events with diverse organizations and programs
  • experience conducting outreach in immigrant communities for legal services preferred.
  • Strong skills in community organizing and community advocacy, specifically with underserved and diverse communities.
  • Adaptability to changing work environments, processes, and emerging needs.
  • Experience with fast-paced environments and juggling multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Bilingual English- Spanish-language speaker preferred.
  • Strong computer skills preferred, including proficiency in Legal Server, Salesforce, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets), Canva, Microsoft Office Suite.

Compensation

  • $4,553.04/payout or $109,273/year** **The NYIC has a transparent and equitable salary structure.
  • Starting salaries for each position are set in advance with no room for negotiation In addition to a competitive salary, NYIC offers a full benefit plan, unlimited paid time off after 90 days of employment, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan.

Company info

  • Our mission is to unite immigrants, Members, and allies so all New Yorkers can thrive.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • ual employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship, sex, age, disability or marital status
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