Staff Attorney - CIAP Program

Research Foundation of The City University of New York•New York, NY

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY). The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries. We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY. Primary Location: OFFICE OF SR VC FOR UNIVERSITY RELATIONS Bargaining Unit: No Position Summary Reporting to the Supervisor Attorney, the Staff Attorney will provide consultations on immigration-related issues and application assistance at the immigration center. The Staff Attorney will primarily focus on providing legal assistance in the areas of naturalization and family based immigration law.

Requirements

J.D. and State Bar admission
Excellent supervisory skills including the ability to oversee and guide the work product and professional development of staff and volunteers
Ability to work in an open environment with limited privacy
Excellent communications, interpersonal, writing and legal writing skills; customer service focus
Flexibility, self-motivation and the ability to motivate others
Ability to work independently as well as with a team in order to further the mission of CCN!
Willingness to work on weekends and/or occasional evenings

Nice To Haves

Some immigration experience and/or passion about immigrant issues preferred
Second language requirement is preferred

Responsibilities

Counsels participants on immigration law and related issues
Assists participants in the completion and review of immigration application/petitions
Reviews and authorizes release of applications and petitions completed by paralegal staff
Ensures that staff and volunteers are complying with work policies and procedures
Conducts immigration workshops and seminars to benefit staff, participants, and targeted communities
Interprets immigration laws, rulings, and regulations for staff and community partners
Analyzes complex immigration case types e.g. criminal convictions and fraud
Ensures data and reports are compiled on the services rendered
Reports regularly to the Program Supervisor Attorney on the provision of services and outreach to the community
Other duties as assigned