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Immigration Paralegal Position Jobs in New York, NY at African Services Committee
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Immigration Paralegal Position
About Us:
African Services Committee is the oldest and largest nonprofit serving the African immigrant community in New York City. Established in 1981 by Ethiopian refugees, African Services was initially set up to provide comprehensive resettlement assistance to African refugees and asylum seekers. Today, ASC provides health, housing, legal, self-sufficiency, and educational services to African, Caribbean, and other immigrant communities in the New York diaspora. ASC is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving access to legal services for underserved communities. One way we do this is through legal clinics and educational workshops to empower individuals and families with the resources and support they need to navigate legal challenges.
Job Title: Immigration Paralegal
Job Type: Part-Time
Department: Legal Department
Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and community-focused Paralegal to support and coordinate our legal clinic and educational program. The Paralegal will join African Services Committee’s legal staff to support the legal team and engage in our Know-Your-Rights (KYR) community education program.
Essential Duties:
· Prepare and conduct Know-Your-Rights presentations;
· Create and develop legal educational materials for public distribution;
· Engage in grant reporting and compliance;
· Perform data entry and other administrative tasks;
· Update and maintain program database and spreadsheets;
· Provide language support to attorneys;
· Build positive relationships with community organizations and stakeholders;
· Represent ASC at community events and meetings; and
· Assist with other projects as necessary.
Qualifications:
- Paralegal Certificate, Associate Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a Related Field.
- Strong legal research, writing, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Skills and competencies required:
- Experience working in immigration law;
- Fluency in Spanish and/or French is required;
- Strong organizational and time management skills;
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Able to thrive in a busy environment and have the ability to multitask.
- Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Salary: $32,000.00 – $40,000.00 per year
Pay: $32,000.00 – $40,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Title: Immigration Paralegal Position
Company: African Services Committee
Location: New York, NY
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