The Staff Attorney at UC Irvine as part of the University of California Immigrant Legal Services Center will work directly to serve the immigration needs of UC students and their immediate family members at UC Irvine. This position involves some travel at the beginning of the term between UC Irvine and UC Davis, in addition to quarterly meetings. Additionally, the position may requires travel to other regional UC campuses for meetings.
The Staff Attorney should have experience with general immigration issues, including assessing grounds of inadmissibility and deportability, removal defense, bond hearings, and affirmative family-based immigration relief, U-Visa, VAWA, adjustment of status, DACA and Advance Parole.
JOB SUMMARY
Under general direction, work with University of California Immigrant Legal Services Center attorneys and staff to serve the immigration related needs of UC students and their immediate family members at the University of California at Irvine. Assist the student population in navigating the immigration system and provide legal assistance.
Perform review, research, and analysis on immigration issues. Conduct 'Know Your Rights' and other informational presentations, as well as campus outreach. Represent clients at administrative proceedings and engage in administrative advocacy.
Attorney will serve the population at the University of California at Irvine, in Irvine, California and will be physically based on-campus at UC Irvine.
POSITION INFORMATION
Salary Range
$6,608.33 - $14,808.33 / MO.
No. of Positions
1
Appointment Type
Career
Percentage of Time
Full Time, 100%
Shift Hours
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Location
The Staff Attorney will be based at UC Irvine in Irvine, CA.
Union Representation
No
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Apply by Date
11/08/2019
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work at a computer for extended periods of time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The Staff Attorney will be based at UC Irvine in Irvine, CA.
Work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.
Valid driver's license (vehicle not required).
Position will entail travel to other UC campuses or elsewhere.
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Additional information and specifics regarding the policy are available at http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/index.html
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
J.D. degree.
Member of a State Bar.
At least two years of practical experience in immigration law practice, including removal defense with experience in the intersection of criminal and immigration law, affirmative family-based immigration relief, U-Visa, VAWA, adjustment of status, DACA, and Advance Parole.
Experience working with low-income communities and immigrants.
Knowledge of legal and non-legal electronic databases to sufficiently support preparation of complex documents.
Interpersonal and communications skills to work closely with Center Staff, program participants, and staff and counsel at ICE and USCIS, and to state ideas clearly and concisely.
Skills to solicit pertinent information, research multiple sources, and distill large amounts of information.
Experience using writing, editing and proofreading skills to write complex documents, and draft and create legal documents clearly, logically, and precisely with close attention to detail.
Proficiency in Spanish.
Preferred:
Member of the California bar.
Familiarity with UC policies and procedures.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
EEO/AA Statement
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
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