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NILC is an equal opportunity employer; people of color and individuals from
diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. NILC does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic background, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, age, or disability.
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Immigration Attorney – Special Focus on Arizona
(POSITION BASED IN LOS ANGELES, CA)
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September 1, 2010
Position and Background
The National Immigration Law
Center (NILC) is seeking an Immigration Attorney to help advance a
national agenda on low-income immigrants’ rights by focusing on efforts
in the state of Arizona. This position will support litigation efforts
in Arizona as well as provide in-depth immigration expertise to
community-based organizations, legal services organizations, and other
groups assisting low-income immigrants in Arizona.
Over the past 30 years, NILC has earned a national reputation as a
leading expert on the complex interplay between immigrants’ legal status
and their rights under U.S. laws. NILC’s impact litigation has resulted
in significant victories, including the recent preliminary injunction of
most of Arizona’s anti-immigrant law, SB 1070. Our trainings,
publications and technical assistance reach an unusually diverse
constituency of legal aid attorneys, the nonprofit community, labor and
interfaith groups, government officials and pro bono attorneys serving
low-income immigrants. NILC’s headquarters is in Los Angeles with a
branch office in Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities
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Assist with impact litigation,
including development of new litigation to defend immigrants’ rights
in Arizona.
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Provide technical assistance and legal
support on immigration issues to attorneys, advocates, community and
other organizations responding to the current anti-immigrant climate
in Arizona; and serve as a resource to these groups and the media.
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Research and write fact sheets,
articles, and other publications for audiences of varied
backgrounds.
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Plan and conduct trainings and
conference presentations for audiences of varied backgrounds.
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Provide in-depth immigration expertise
to other NILC attorneys who specialize in other legal and policy
areas.
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Assist in other related duties as
assigned.
Education/Training
Juris Doctorate with at least 3 years of
relevant immigration law and/or litigation experience required, plus
active bar membership (preferably in CA). At least 2 of these 3 years of
experience must include immigration removal defense experience.
Qualifications
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Attorney with at least 3 years of
relevant legal expertise in immigration law and/or litigation
required.
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Two or more of those 3 years must
include demonstrated experience representing immigrants in
immigration removal proceedings.
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Extensive knowledge of the issues
affecting low-income immigrants preferred.
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Willingness to travel required.
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Demonstrated litigation skills
required.
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Excellent research and analysis skills
required.
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Experience working with diverse
constituencies (e.g., immigrant advocates, labor unions, attorneys,
grassroots organizers, etc.) preferred.
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Experience designing and conducting
trainings preferred.
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Relevant administrative advocacy
experience preferred.
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Demonstrated ability to communicate
clearly and effectively in writing and verbally, work with a team,
self-motivated individual with demonstrated ability to take
initiative and create an agenda for the work.
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Strong commitment to social justice
issues.
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Active membership in a state bar
required and willingness to take the California bar exam if not a
member preferred.
Salary and Benefits
Salary scale, DOE. Benefits include
health, dental, and vision; flexible spending account; 403(b) employer
retirement plan contribution after two years, vacation and sick leave.
To Apply
This position is open until September 20,
2010. Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and five
professional references to the National Immigration Law Center, Ref# AZA-
72010, by email to jobs@nilc.org or fax to (213) 639-3911. Please do not
send duplicate materials. Incomplete applications will not be
considered. No phone calls, please.
NILC is an equal opportunity employer; people of color and
individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. NILC does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic
background, citizenship status, religion, political orientation, gender,
sexual orientation, age or disability.
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Jr. Accountant
(POSITION BASED IN LOS ANGELES, CA)
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September 2, 2010
Position and Background
As a California-based national
legal advocacy organization working for social justice, NILC’s mission
is to promote and advance the rights and opportunities of low-income
immigrants and their families. Since 1979, NILC has established a
national reputation for its expertise on immigration law and the public
benefits and employment rights of low-income immigrants. We conduct
policy and legal analysis, advocacy, class action and impact litigation,
and provide training, publications, and technical assistance for a broad
range of groups throughout the U.S., including immigrant rights
coalitions, legal aid programs, community and faith-based groups, worker
advocates, community and labor organizers, government agencies,
policymakers and the media.
The Jr. Accountant supports the Finance department with maintaining,
collecting and sorting of daily financial data.
Responsibilities
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Generates and processes accounts
receivable and payable invoices
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Prepares deposits, posts receipts and
reconciles billing
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Post monthly debit card transactions
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Collections when necessary
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Maintain daily cash balance
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Creates and maintains accurate and
complete accounting records and files
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Timesheet collection and record
keeping
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Employee correspondence
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Prepare 1099s
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Assist with annual audits
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All other duties as assigned
Education/Training
Experience
Qualifications
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Basic knowledge of GAAP
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Demonstrated proficiency with MS
Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) required
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Knowledge of QuickBooks Online
accounting software a plus
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Knowledge of Federal/State Wage and
hour laws preferred
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Work evidences excellent written and
verbal communication skills
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Maintain confidentiality and interface
with employees at all levels of the organization
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Exceptional organizational skills with
the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
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Detail oriented and excellent
follow-through skills
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Strong customer service, analytical,
problem-solving and critical thinking skills required.
Fair Labor Standards Act Status
Non-exempt (hourly).
Salary Range and Benefits
NILC’s salary scale, DOE. Benefits
include medical, dental, vision, holidays, and sick leave as well as
403b employer retirement contribution after 2 years.
Relocation
No relocation provided.
To Apply
Respond by sending a cover letter, résumé
and three references to the National Immigration Law Center, Ref JA10-01
by email to jobs@nilc.org or fax to (213) 639-3911 no later than Friday,
September 24, 2010. Please do not send duplicate materials.
No phone calls please.
NILC is an equal opportunity employer; people of color and
individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. NILC does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic
background, citizenship status, religion, political orientation, gender,
sexual orientation, age or disability.
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Fellowship & Internship Opportunities at NILC |
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NILC is an equal opportunity employer; people of color and individuals from
diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. NILC does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic background, religion, sex, sexual
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(We are not accepting new applications for fellowship sponsorship at the
present time.)
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Law Student
Internships
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HISTORY
Established in 1979,
the National Immigration Law Center is dedicated to protecting and
promoting the rights of low-income immigrants and their families. Over
the past 30 years, NILC has earned a national reputation as a leading
expert on immigration, public benefits, and employment law affecting
immigrants and refugees. Our extensive knowledge of the complex
interplay between immigrants’ legal status and their rights under U.S.
law is an essential resource for legal aid programs, private legal
practitioners, community groups, labor unions protecting workers’
rights, and social service agencies across the country.
WHAT WE DO
Policy Analysis &
Advocacy. With a strong presence in Washington, DC, and
Los Angeles, CA, NILC develops in-depth analyses of proposed legislative
and regulatory changes that advocates and policymakers rely on for
accurate, insightful information. NILC disseminates timely updates and
alerts, convenes ongoing workshops of national advocacy organizations
and community agencies, and coordinates strategic responses to policy
changes.
Impact Litigation. Over the years, NILC’s
attorneys have won significant legal victories, including several
nationwide injunctions that protect immigrants’ access to the courts and
their right to due process. As a result of NILC cases, immigrants in
immigration detention must be afforded access to an attorney and
children in immigration custody must be put in contact with an adult
relative or legal service agency who can help them.
INTERNSHIPS
NILC provides a rich environment for law student interns to
learn about the immigrant rights movement and to work alongside
attorneys and policy analysts involved in national policy analysis,
impact litigation, and lobbying.
Our primary areas of focus are:
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Immigration law, including due process
and access to lawful status,
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Immigrant workers’ rights as they
relate to full employment, and
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Access to health care and other public
benefits.
TO APPLY
Applications will be accepted from law students interested in
working from either our Los Angeles or Washington, DC, offices. For more
information about NILC, visit www.nilc.org. Students are encouraged to
submit applications as early as possible in order to secure placement as
a NILC intern.
For consideration, applications
should be received by NILC on
or before:
To be considered, please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample,
and list of three professional references; and also indicate the office
location where you would be available to work. If you are available to work in
either office, please indicate that in your cover letter.
Submit materials to:
Legal Internship Committee
National Immigration Law Center
3435 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 2850
Los Angeles, CA 90010
FAX: 213-639-3911
E-mail: lowther@nilc.org
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