Supervising Attorney – Immigration Legal services – Dallas, TX
Do you begin all projects with a clear understanding of the desired end results? Are you fast-paced AND organized? Are you passionate about leading a team the provides hope and support for immigrants?
If this sounds like you, keep reading.
Catholic Charities Dallas is looking for a Supervising Attorney to join our team.
Provide Leadership
You will be responsible for the direction, coordination and evaluation of our TAJF-funded program. You will supervise staff attorneys.
Collaborate with Partners
You will establish and maintain relationships with other service agencies and organizations in the community to strengthen service delivery to clients. You will represent Catholic Charities Dallas at community coalitions, networks, conferences and events.
Budget & Reporting
You will monitor TAJF grant budgets and be responsible for weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Representation
You will represent clients before immigration court.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Supervises, trains, and coaches staff to ensure all staff receives adequate legal training.
- Reviews work completed by case managers and staff for review before filing.
- Ensures program is prepared for annual audits and monitor visits by reviewing all case files and documentation.
- Responsible for program specific grant monitoring, reporting and compliance.
- Manage all volunteer interactions so that volunteers are wisely, carefully, and responsibly managed, all for the benefit of the clients we serve and provide a positive volunteer experience. This includes supervision, training, and feedback on performance for all volunteers in your program, as well as accurate and timely reporting on volunteer hours.
OTHER DUTIES
- Represents program at community coalitions, networks, and events.
- Prepares monthly and quarterly reports as designated by the Director.
- Adheres to agency and professional code of ethics.
- Attends immigration training seminars and read daily immigration law updates to remain abreast at all times of the immigration law and procedures. Maintains Accreditation at all times.
- Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities.
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with and protection of clients.
- Complete required abuse prevention training (Safe Environment) and others, as required by program.
- Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
- Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising clients, as applicable.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
- JD required; must be license by a state bar
- Bilingual English/Spanish required.
- Demonstrated experience with multicultural populations.
- Three plus years immigration experience is required.
- Litigation experience is required.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Computer literate and experience with MS Office suite of products; spreadsheets and organizational tool experience is helpful
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational and time management skills required
- Ability to handle confidential information with great discretion
Due to the volume of responses, only qualified parties will be contacted. Catholic Charities Dallas is an equal opportunity employer.
ABOUT US
Immigration Legal Services
Immigration Legal Services was established in 1975 in response to the growing number of immigrants moving to North Texas. This program provides a broad range of immigration counseling and representation to immigrants and their families.
Catholic Charities Dallas
Catholic Charities Dallas (CCD) was formally established in 1941 and was incorporated from the Diocese of Dallas in 1997. Today CCD helps 30,000 individuals annually achieve stability and self-sufficiency through financial literacy, employment services, education, food programs, immigration legal services, refugee resettlement, disaster services, and permanent supportive housing.
Catholic Charities is comprised of more than 17 individual programs that serve 9 counties. The strengths of each of our programs are as diverse as the populations we serve, but our belief in the need to provide dignity to those in our community who are often overlooked remains the same.
Mission
Motivated by the love and teachings of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities of Dallas serves, advocates for and empowers people in need regardless of race, religion, age, gender or nationality, and calls the community to action.
Vision
For the nine-county community we serve, Catholic Charities Dallas will be the leading non-profit social services agency that facilitates and walks with the most vulnerable on their journey toward health, hope and a better life.
OUR Values
Service – giving of ourselves and welcoming all
Compassion – treating all with empathy, care and consideration
Integrity – doing what is just, honest, and merciful
Respect – acknowledging the dignity and worth of every person
Commitment – giving attention, energy, and passion to all we do
For more information, you can visit our website at: http://www.ccdallas.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $83,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you licensed to practice law in the United States?
Experience:
- Immigration Law: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person