Staff Attorney

LocationPhoenix, Arizona

SetupOn-site

LevelMid

Posted4d ago

Legal

Quick answer

The Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights is hiring a full-time Staff Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona, to advocate for children’s best interests in immigration proceedings, supervise volunteers, and support the Child Advocate Program, with a salary range of $75,550.80 - $86,509.28.

Role: Staff Attorney
Organization: Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Work setup: On-site
Level: Mid
Compensation: $75,550.80 - $86,509.28
Category: Legal

The role

The Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney to advocate for children’s best interests in immigration proceedings, supervise volunteers, and support the Child Advocate Program in Phoenix, Arizona.

What you'll do

Advocate for children’s best interests before government or other interested parties
Supervise volunteers appointed as Child Advocate
Serve as Child Advocate to a limited number of cases
Visit children as needed and communicate with caregivers, family members, and stakeholders
Provide internal case consultation and case support
Support the local and national efforts to recruit, train, support, and retain volunteer Child Advocates

What it takes

J.D. and license to practice law or ability to acquire license within the first year of employment
3+ years of demonstrated child welfare or immigration law experience
Legal analysis, negotiation, and mediation skills
Effective communication skills
Excellent case management skills
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and/or anti-racism principles

What you'll bring

Legal analysisnegotiationand mediationEffective communicationCase managementInterdisciplinary team work

How we treat you

Health/dental/vision insurance (employee & dependents) at no cost, paid vacation, sick time, 401(k) plan with employer match

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Phoenix, Arizona.

What is the salary range?

The salary range is $75,550.80 - $86,509.28.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a J.D. and license to practice law, 3+ years of child welfare or immigration law experience, and excellent communication and case management skills.

How do I apply?

Apply on the Young Center website with a cover letter, resume, three references, and a writing sample. Only complete applications will be considered.

How to apply

Apply directly on Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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