Director, Immigration Unit
Quick answer
Legal Services NYC is hiring a hybrid-model Director of their Immigration Unit in New York, NY, paying $139,324-$208,986 to lead an interdisciplinary team and provide high-quality legal advocacy.
- Role
- Director, Immigration Unit
- Organization
- Legal Services NYC
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $139,324 - $208,986 USD
- Category
- Legal
The role
Manhattan Legal Services is seeking a Director to lead their Immigration Unit, providing supervision and mentorship to an interdisciplinary team of attorneys, paralegals, and a social worker. The role involves managing a limited caseload, pursuing impact litigation, and engaging in community outreach to provide holistic, trauma-informed legal services to low-income New Yorkers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in immigration law and a demonstrated commitment to social justice and racial equity.
What you'll do
- Supervise and mentor a team of four staff attorneys, two paralegals, and one social worker.
- Maintain a limited caseload representing clients in administrative, family, and federal courts.
- Collaborate with LSNYC leadership on litigation strategy and impact advocacy.
- Manage grant reporting and contribute to grant proposal writing.
- Engage in community outreach and represent the organization at stakeholder meetings.
What it takes
- Admission to the New York State Bar.
- Minimum of five years of experience practicing immigration law.
- 1-3 years of experience in a supervisory or management role.
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice and working with low-income communities.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Excellent benefits including health, dental, and vision plans; contributions to a 403(b) plan; and generous leave time.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote or in-office position?
This position is based in New York and operates in a hybrid work environment, requiring the ability to connect with teammates while working remotely.
What is the compensation range for this role?
The salary for this position is between $139,324 and $208,986 per year, depending on work history and experience.
What are the primary qualifications for the Director position?
Candidates must be admitted to the New York State Bar, possess at least five years of immigration law experience, and have 1-3 years of supervisory experience.
How do I apply for this job?
Interested individuals should submit a resume, a cover letter, and two writing samples through the Greenhouse portal.
How to apply
Apply directly on Legal Services NYC's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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