Senior Staff Attorney American Friends Service CommitteeSenior Staff AttorneyNewark, NJGENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION The Senior Staff Attorney will be part of the Detention and Deportation Defense Initiative, a publicly funded project that provides representation for immigrants in removal proceedings, including people in detention and people who are living in their communities. Provide in-depth individual consultations and representation to indigent, unrepresented immigrants before the Elizabeth and Newark Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and federal District Courts and Courts of Appeals (where possible).
New["Training Coordinator","Training Coordinator"] New York City | Jobs["Training Coordinator","Training Coordinator"]Long Island CityA master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; or A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of satisfactory full- time professional experience working in one or a combination of the following areas: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, labor relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management; or in a related area. In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates are required to present original documents proving citizenship or the legal right to work in the U.S. DDC is unable to support or sponsor any visa application or visa extension, including but not limited to OPT/STEM visas, H-1B visas, F-1 practical training, permanent residence sponsorship, or any proposed change of visa type.
Temporary Staff Attorney (Project Eden) NYLAGTemporary Staff Attorney (Project Eden)New York, NYDuties and Responsibilities Provide comprehensive safety planning, as well as representation and consultation to survivors of intimate partner violence in legal matters including order of protection, divorce, custody/visitation, support, and other family law cases in Supreme and Family Court throughout New York City; Provide representation and consultation in domestic violence-based immigration matters; Conduct legal screenings, clinics, and outreach, including on-site and in community to expand access to services; Engage in and conduct outreach with communities who face barriers to accessing services, in particular survivors from the Orthodox Jewish community; Collaborate and coordinate with external partners to further the goals of Project Eden, ensure seamless inter-agency referrals, and respond to ongoing and emerging community needs for survivors from the Orthodox Jewish community; Attend internal staff meetings and meetings with partner agencies and funders; Participate in relevant internal and external coalitions and task forces to advance survivor justice; Mentor legal interns, volunteers, and pro bono attorneys; Conduct educational seminars, trainings, and outreach to communities, partners, advocates, law students, and others on domestic violence related issues; Administrative duties including updating NYLAG case management systems and maintaining and updating files and case notes as well as assisting in grant reporting as needed; Other duties as needed. Qualifications Admission to New York State Bar required; 1-3 years of experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence is required; 1-3 years of legal experience representing clients in family and/or matrimonial law and/or other similar litigation experience is required; Knowledge of, interest in, and experience working with the Orthodox Jewish community is required; Fluency in Hebrew, Russian, or Yiddish is strongly preferred; Experience with immigration law, in particular VAWA self-petitions, battered spouse waivers, and U & T visas, is strongly preferred; Significant experience working with survivors of trauma, people experiencing poverty, and underserved communities strongly preferred; Demonstrated commitment to working with survivors of trauma and advancing gender, racial, and social justice; Ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, manage multiple tasks, and creatively problem solve; Excellent litigation skills strongly preferred; Excellent written, oral and analytical skills; Excellent organizational skills; and.
New["Intake & Recruitment Specialist","Intake & Recruitment Specialist"] Acacia Network["Intake & Recruitment Specialist","Intake & Recruitment Specialist"]New YorkOutreach/Recruitment Experience: At least one year of experience in conducting outreach and recruitment for human service and/or workforce development programs within a multicultural or refugee resettlement setting. The Intake and Recruitment Specialist will be responsible for conducting initial client intakes, assessing eligibility, and providing recruitment support for a workforce development program focused on refugees.
Employment Counsel - AMER Datadog IncEmployment Counsel - AMERNew York, NY$171,000–$228,000 / yearWhat You''ll Do: Advise the People team and business leaders on a broad range of U.S. employment law matters, including recruiting, hiring, performance management, accommodations, leaves of absence, employee relations, investigations, compensation, terminations, restrictive covenants, and wage and hour compliance. About Datadog: Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale.
Receptionist/Intake Paralegal Legal Services NYCReceptionist/Intake ParalegalStaten Island, New YorkThe responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Welcoming prospective clients and visitors to the office and directing them to the appropriate case handler or external resource; Answering the phones, including responding to inquiries regarding our services, directing calls, and taking messages; Performing preliminary intake or screening interviews, including preparation of appropriate forms, which may require occasional typing; Conducting screenings and intake via telephone, video, and in-person at our office and off-site to determine whether prospective clients can be assisted by our office, including obtaining necessary demographic data, initial determination of financial eligibility, and ascertaining type of problem; Coordinating follow-up services, including appointments, referrals, client correspondence, and gathering documents and other information; Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of our office priorities and intake; Maintaining familiarity with internal and external referral resources to ensure appropriate client referrals; Identifying appropriate referrals for people who cannot be assisted by our office, and making referrals; Opening and closing files for clients and ensuring compliance with program protocols; Distributing basic client service information materials; Assisting case handlers on client-related matters, including making phone calls, sending basic correspondence and obtaining information; Entering and tracking information in electronic format, including databases and grant management systems and other formats, running reports with the data, and assisting in preparation for audits; Maintaining client-related files, including copying, scanning, uploading and distributing documents; Interpreting, translating, and using language assistance resources; Sorting and distributing the mail; and. The successful candidate will have: Experience working directly with the public; Demonstrated ability to maintain a calm, helpful demeanor in a sometimes stressful and fast-paced environment; Be able to handle a busy reception desk and interact with a wide range of people including low-income clients, case handlers, and representatives of community organizations; Excellent attention to detail and able to meet deadlines; Excellent client interviewing skills (the ability to identify a client’s needs quickly and accurately); A demonstrated passion for social justice and a commitment to working with low-income communities.
NewBilingual Administrative Assistant Cohen, Tucker & Ades, P.C.Bilingual Administrative AssistantNew York,, New York$21–$23 / hourWhat You Bring: High school degree or equivalent experience; Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish OR French a must; Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills; Proficient with Google Workspace, including Google Sheets, and ease in picking up new technology/platforms. What You'll Do: Greet clients and serve as a welcoming first point of contact; Answer and direct incoming phone calls; Respond professionally to client inquiries by phone, email, and text; Schedule consultations, appointments, and meetings; Process client payments; Scanning, copying, and filing.
Employment Counsel - Amer DatadogEmployment Counsel - AmerNew York, NY$171,000–$228,000 / yearWhat You'll Do: Advise the People team and business leaders on a broad range of U.S. employment law matters, including recruiting, hiring, performance management, accommodations, leaves of absence, employee relations, investigations, compensation, terminations, restrictive covenants, and wage and hour compliance. About Datadog: Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale.