Safe Passage Project
Senior Staff Attorney, NYC
NYC, NY · Staff+
No sponsorship$95k-$107kDetected 41 days ago
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About the role
- The Senior Staff Attorney will be joining a group of exceptional public interest attorneys to directly impact the lives of immigrant children looking for safety and security.
- The Senior Staff Attorney will mentor pro bono attorneys in providing legal representation in immigration and other related proceedings, including cases involving asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and other forms of immigration relief.
- This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by the Association of Legal Advocates and Attorneys, UAW Local 2325 (AFL-CIO), and is covered by the collective bargaining agreement.
Requirements
- Experience working with diverse communities and/or with young people
- Staff with eligible federal loans may qualify for loan forgiveness after 120 qualifying payments, and we can provide employment verification and required documentation to support the process.
- Work Authorization All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship for a work visa or permit.
Nice to have
- The strongest candidates for this position will have most, though likely not all, of the following qualifications and characteristics: J.D. degree and admission to a state bar (required)
- admission to the New York State Bar (preferred)
- Four (4) or more years of immigration law experience
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment
- Excellent written, analytical, oral, organizational, and time management skills
- Spanish language skills (preferred)
Compensation
- up to 4 weeks annually
Benefits
- Safe Passage Project offers a competitive salary in the range of $95,094.17 - $106,692.02 annually, along with a comprehensive and mission-aligned benefits package that includes:
- up to a 6 percent employer match on 401(k) contributions Pre-tax benefit options, including commuter and health accounts
- Staff currently work from the office one day per week Flexible work schedules to support work-life balance
- Safe Passage Project offers a competitive salary in the range of $95,094.17 - $106,692.02 annually, along with a comprehensive and mission-aligned benefits package that includes: Work Environment and Flexibility Hybrid
Company info
- We are currently unable to sponsor employment visas or permits.
Visa & Work Authorization
- All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship for a work visa or permit.
- We are currently unable to sponsor employment visas or permits.
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