Senior Immigration Paralegal Job at Church World Service, Fort Collins, CO

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  • Church World Service
  • Fort Collins, CO

Job Description

Reports to: Staff Attorney
Location/ Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Salary Minimum: $52,800
Salary Maximum: $66,000

Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.  

The Senior Paralegal helps the Staff Attorney prepare the immigration case files, including compiling application packets by completing required accompanying documents. The position will also help with translation and interpretation, coordinating workshops, clinics, legal appointments, and engaging in outreach in the community.  

  • Assist attorneys with case preparation by filling out immigration forms, drafting immigration applications and petitions, gathering and organizing supporting evidence. Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy. Maintain calendar with important deadlines and manage timely filings.  

  • Conduct intake interviews with clients and assist attorneys with client consultations. Support the Staff Attorney with legal analysis for each applicant to determine eligibility for desired immigration benefit and services.  

  • Assist clients in completing their immigration applications, including, but not limited to employment authorization (I-765); permanent residence (I-485); asylum (I-589); parole renewal (I-131); citizenship (N-400). Spot potential problems and issues in each instance that may prevent applicant from receiving desired benefit. Identify potential solutions for identified issues and problems.  

  • Properly manage client appointments and professional duties to ensure thorough and professional representation of client interests. Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills to ensure proper communication with clients, agency personnel, and other parties.  

  • Develop and maintain accurate case lists and manage case files. Conduct appropriate file review to ensure that all case files are maintained appropriately as it pertains to professional service delivery.  

  • Update job knowledge by participating in continuing educational opportunities. Participate in training and courses as needed to obtain partial or full DOJ accreditation.  

  • Represent CWS/IRP at community-based organization meetings related to immigration issues. Coordinate and plan outreach activities to achieve program goals.  

  • Perform other related duties and special projects, as requested by the Office Director and attorneys.  

Education :

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • Paralegal qualifications or law degree required.

 

Experience:

  • Previous work experience with asylum seekers, refugees, asylees, and immigrant entrants required

 

Other Skills:

  • Bilingual applicants preferred (Spanish, Ukrainian, Dari, Russian)
  • Strong computer literacy with knowledge of word processing and database applications. Ability to use standard office equipment in performing varied activities.
  • Strong attention to detail  
  • Ability to work as part of a team.

CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (18 Paid Days Off; 24 Days Off after 2 Years)
- 14 Official Holidays
- 12 Sick Days Off (Accrued monthly)
- Life Insurance and AD&D
- Long Term and Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefits

Job Tags

Holiday work, Permanent employment, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Remote job, Flexible hours, Day shift,

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