Summary

The Knoxville Office of Immigrant Services (OIS) has an immediate full-time opening for a Managing Attorney. This is a new position due to the growing demand for immigration legal services throughout East Tennessee.

The Office of Immigrant Services is a DOJ-recognized program that provides immigration legal services to immigrants and refugees in the East Tennessee region. This program offers legal assistance with family reunification, adjustment of status for refugees and asylees, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals, and humanitarian services under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and more.

The OIS Managing Attorney oversees the activities and work products of legal representatives, DOJ accredited representatives, and support staff. This position mentors and coaches legal staff as well as implement professional development. This position reports to the Program Leader and has supervisory responsibilities in multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that program activities comply with all relevant legislation and professional standards
• Develop forms and records to document program activities
• Direct, plan and coordinate the work of the program staff including supervision and evaluation, training, and team building
• Provide day-to-day management and supervision of legal staff
• Have oversight of legal work quality
• Manage an active caseload
• Manage the professional development of legal staff
• Provide orientation, training, oversight, and professional development to OIS legal staff
• Work as part of a team to coordinate client services
• Identify gaps in services

Requirements

• Must be able to move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Must hold a valid driver license
• Must be flexible and able to work alternative schedule if required
• Must be willing to travel as required
• Must maintain any training and certification requirements
• Must support the teachings of the Catholic Church and embody the organization's mission and culture through behavior and daily interactions

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Tennessee
• Minimum of 3 years' experience with immigration law
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a management position
• Must speak Spanish and English fluently
• Demonstrated cultural competency in working with immigrant community
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong ability to think and act independently
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Experience with MicroSoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package offered including: 35-hour work week, accrual of 17 vacation and 12 sick days annually, up to 13 paid holidays annually, health insurance, dental, vision, HSA, 403b match, pension, life insurance and LTD.

How to Apply

Send cover letter and resume to hr@ccetn.org. Indicate "Managing Attorney" in the subject line.

We are an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

God has called us to build up the Body of Christ in southern Nebraska through the spiritual and corporal works of mercy. We are called to grow in holiness, walk in trust, serve with integrity, and faithfully proclaim the Gospel.

Summary

The Immigration Legal Services Attorney will oversee the immigration legal services program at CSS. He/She will work with clients to provide immigration legal counsel through direct representation for immigration benefits before USCIS. He/She will cultivate relationships in the community, administer any grants awarded to CSS, and provide workshops as needed in collaboration with community partners.

Essential Functions:

• Provide immigration legal services to clients, and coordinate and manage caseload.
• Conduct individual client interviews and follow-up appointments.
• Create, compile, and prepare all documentation for filing.
• Maintain strict client confidentiality, including keeping case notes confidential.
• Participate in and/or lead community outreach events, including workshops and group processing events as needed.
• Administer any grants received by CSS for the immigration legal services program.
• Participate in legal immigration training in order to keep current with immigration laws, regulations, and processes.
• Compile and submit program outcomes and reports to funders.
• Counsel and prepare immigrant and non-immigrant visas.
• Review and proofread complex evidence and case documents. Track, monitor, and log all evidence and documents for client cases.
• Draft and edit client Letters of Support for the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS).
• Proactively research new legislation and legal changes in immigration law.
• Prioritize multiple responsibilities and manage case deadlines for multiple clients.
• Ensure the avoidance of conflicts of interest. Note that conducting outside legal casework is prohibited as it could lead to conflict or give rise to a professional liability claim.
• Represent, communicate, and integrate authentic Catholic social teaching in the provision of social service programming.
• All other duties as assigned.

Preferred Competencies:

• Communication; written and verbal
• Fluency in a second language; Arabic, Karen, Kurdish, or Spanish is preferred.
• Cooperation
• Teamwork
• Problem Solving
• Ethical
• Safety and Security
• Licensed to practice law in the state of NE
• Passion for serving diverse communities across southern Nebraska
• Excellent organizational skills and detail-orientation, with the ability to effectively multi-task in the immigration legal services program.
• Ability to work on daily tasks independently, proactively, and with minimal supervision

Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate degree with membership in good standing in the bar of Nebraska. Minimum two years of work experience in immigration law is preferred with a strong preference that serves diverse, refugee and immigrant populations. Experience preparing USCIS and NVC applications including U-visa, SIJ, Asylum, Family Petitions, Adjustment of Status, Waivers, USCIS appeals and motion. The employee must also be knowledgeable about the Catholic Church and support its moral and religious teachings.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands or arms, climb or balance, talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

Working Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily indoor working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Application:

To apply, please email your completed application, cover letter and resume to humanresources@cssisus.org. Position will remain open until filled.

Catholic Social Services does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable Federal and Nebraska laws.