Senior Staff Attorney (NYC)

Safe Passage Project•New York, NY

2d•$95,094 - $106,692•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Staff Attorney will be joining a group of exceptional public interest attorneys to directly impact the lives of immigrant children looking for safety and security. The Senior Staff Attorney will mentor pro bono attorneys in providing legal representation in immigration and other related proceedings, including cases involving asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and other forms of immigration relief. This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by the Association of Legal Advocates and Attorneys, UAW Local 2325 (AFL-CIO), and is covered by the collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

J.D. degree and admission to New York State Bar (required);
Four (4) or more years of immigration law experience;
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment;
Excellent written, analytical, oral, organizational, and time management skills;
A demonstrated ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures, as well as sensitivity to and knowledge of the various dimensions of diversity, including gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, and socioeconomic status.

Nice To Haves

Spanish language skills (preferred);
Experience working with diverse communities and/or with young people;
A commitment to the work of Safe Passage Project and readiness to grow and learn with the Safe Passage Project team.

Responsibilities

Supervise and mentor pro bono attorneys with Safe Passage Project;
Represent immigrant clients in similar proceedings;
Collaborate with Senior Staff in the analysis and creation of legal strategies;
Contribute to the creation of policies and strategies for Safe Passage Project;
Supervise and provide detailed reporting statistics on each case mentored and represented directly; and
Prepare trainings and materials to present at Safe Passage Project trainings.

Benefits

Work Environment and Flexibility
Hybrid work environment: Staff currently work from the office one day per week
Flexible work schedules to support work-life balance
Open Paid Time Off
Additional Work From Home time: up to 4 weeks annually
Office closure: December 24 through January 1 (in addition to Paid Holidays)
Home office stipend
Technology and equipment support for remote and hybrid work
Health and Wellness
Medical plans, including an option with 100 percent employer-covered premiums
Dental and vision plans and access to telehealth services
Mental health and wellness resources through our health plans
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
Commuter benefits for transit and parking
Health Advocate services to support employees and covered family members in navigating care and insurance
Financial and Retirement
Retirement savings plan: up to a 6 percent employer match on 401(k) contributions
Pre-tax benefit options, including commuter and health accounts
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Safe Passage Project is a qualified employer under the federal PSLF program. Staff with eligible federal loans may qualify for loan forgiveness after 120 qualifying payments, and we can provide employment verification and required documentation to support the process.
Leave and Time Off
12 weeks of Paid Family Leave for eligible employees
Additional unpaid leave options in alignment with organizational policies
Paid holidays throughout the year
Bereavement leave
Professional Growth
Annual professional development stipend
Access to trainings, conferences, and skill-building opportunities
Access to Practising Law Institute (PLI) resources and training for ongoing legal education and professional development