Regular Full Time Status: Exempt / SALARY Reports to: Legal Services Program Director
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Paid Holidays
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)
Legal Representation & Client Services
- Provide direct legal representation to community members in a variety of civil legal matters, with a primary focus on:
- Immigration law, including removal defense, adjustment of status, asylum, VAWA, U visas, T visas, and consular processing.
- Family law, including protection orders, divorce, guardianship, and custody matters.
- Contract law and landlord/tenant disputes.
- Represent clients before local and federal courts, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, USCIS, the U.S. Department of State, and other government agencies.
- Provide individual legal consultations, self-help assistance, and direct representation based on client need and case complexity.
- Conduct naturalization preparation classes, legal clinics, and community workshops in Spanish and English.
- Respond promptly to client inquiries and maintain clear communication throughout the representation.
- Manage a caseload of matters in compliance with applicable rules of professional conduct and program standards
Supervision & Team Development
- Supervise, train, and mentor Department of Justice (DOJ) accredited representative(s) and paralegal staff.
- Review and sign off on work product prepared by supervised staff in accordance with DOJ and bar requirements.
- Participate in legal team meetings, case reviews, and staff training.
- Assist in the onboarding and professional development of new legal staff.
- Complete ongoing trauma-informed care training and required Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses.
Outreach, Advocacy & Community Engagement
- Conduct presentations, workshops, legal clinics, and individual consultations in Spanish and English across Idaho.
- Travel across the state of Idaho to provide legal services and outreach in underserved communities.
- Represent CC Idaho before legislators, policymakers, and other stakeholders on matters related to legal services and immigration policy, when requested by the Chief Executive Officer.
- Collaborate with community partners, coalitions, and legal aid organizations across Idaho.
- Contribute to CC Idaho blogs, social media, and outreach publications (FUILS and others) as needed.
- Assist in planning and organizing annual community events, including the Annual Gala.
Program & Administrative Support
- Assist in researching, writing, and reporting on grants that support the Legal Services program.
- Maintain accurate and complete records for all cases and grant management activities in compliance with confidentiality standards and program requirements.
- Perform administrative tasks related to grant reporting and program compliance requirements.
- Manage deadlines, calendars, and case-related appointments to ensure timely filing and court appearances.
- Perform all work duties in accordance with CC Idaho policies, procedures, and safety practices.
- Ensure compliance with CC Idaho, local, state, federal, and other applicable regulations and professional standards.
Required
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school or able to obtain J.D. within six (6) months.
- Active admission to the bar of any U.S. state; admission to the Idaho State Bar is strongly preferred or must be obtained within nine (9) months following hire.
- Demonstrated commitment to immigrant rights, public interest law, and the mission, vision, and values of Community Council of Idaho.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage a complex caseload.
- Ability to work independently and to supervise, train, and support non-attorney legal staff.
- Ability to multitask, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including legal writing and oral advocacy.
- Experience with legal case management systems and electronic filing platforms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional responsibility rules.
- Ability to travel frequently and overnight, both in-state and out-of-state.
- Valid driver's license and proof of current auto insurance.
- Must successfully pass a background check.
Preferred
- Fluency in English and Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking) in a professional business setting.
- Must complete the Core Grammar Program within 6 months of hire.
- 1-3 years of experience in immigration law, family law, or public interest legal services.
- Experience supervising DOJ-accredited representatives or paralegals.
- Familiarity with grant writing, reporting, or nonprofit program management.
- Experience working with immigrant, refugee, or survivor populations.
- Familiarity with Idaho state courts, USCIS procedures, and 9th Circuit practice.
Required Physical Demands
- Is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Work Environment
Work in an office or classroom setting; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles; the work may be stressful; the noise level is moderate to elevated.
BENEFIT:
"CCI is a strong, non-profit agency to work with. They respect work-life balance and allow for flexibility when it is needed. Excellent premiums on benefits packages. Good working environment with opportunities for advancement."
For detail Benefit plan please visit: https://communitycouncilofidaho.org/apply-today/
Health Benefits
- Blue Cross Medical and Dental benefits:
- Willamette dental benefits:
- VSP Vision benefits:
Financial Well-Being
- Basic Life Insurance with Accidental death & dismemberment
- Supplemental Voluntary Life
- Long- and Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
- 401(k) retirement plan (Must be 21 years of age to participate)
- Voluntary Benefit Options
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness
- Legal Ease
- Norton Life Lock
Work/Life Balance (Regular Full Time)
Generous Paid Time Off Policy (PTO)
First year of service - 20 days
After five years of service - 25 days
After ten years of service - 30 days
After twenty years of service - 35 days
After thirty years of service - 40 days
Twelve Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
10 free sessions per each topic/situation
Assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being
Educational leave
- Up to 5 hours per week to utilize towards education, upon approval and eligibility