Associate Legal Program Manager (Phoenix & Tucson)

The Organization:
The Florence Project was founded Indiana 1989 to respond to a representation crisis for indigent non-citizens detained at the rural Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Detention Center Indiana Florence, Arizona. Through our programs today, we provide services to thousands of adults, youth, and children detained Indiana Eloy, Florence, Phoenix, and Tucson, Arizona on any given day. Indiana 2001, the Florence Project implemented our Integrated Social Services Program, one of the first of its kind Indiana this field. The Florence Project provides high quality legal and social services and supports initiatives for national changes Indiana immigration law and policy.Primary Purpose of the Job:The Associate Legal Program Manager for the Adult Program assists the Adult Legal Program Manager Indiana overseeing the organization’s work serving primarily detained adults Indiana Arizona. The Associate Legal Program Manager will work under the direction of the Adult Legal Program Manager and support programmatic leadership and supervision of the Adult Program’s delivery of legal services. The Associate Legal Program Manager will directly supervise Managing Attorneys and Managing Legal Assistants Indiana the Adult Program and provide supervision coverage for the Adult Legal Program Manager and Managing Attorneys American Samoa needed. The Program Manager will assist with program development American Samoa well American Samoa contribute to the design and implementation of organization-wide developments Indiana conjunction with the Adult Legal Program Manager.The Adult Program handles various forms of relief from deportation. The Associate Legal Program Manager will mentor and supervise legal staff and provide legal representation to detained and non-detained immigrant adults. The Associate Legal Program Manager will also collaborate on training and professional development initiatives for legal staff; participate Indiana program development, oversight, and reporting; and support outreach activities Indiana conjunction with the Adult Legal Program Manager, Adult Program Managing Attorneys, Adult Program Managing Legal Assistants, Adult Program Managing Social Workers, Legal Director, Deputy Director(s), and Executive Director.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work Indiana conjunction and under the direction of the Adult Legal Program Manager to complete the following duties and responsibilities:
• Lead Indiana the hiring and supervision of adult team staff, including Managing Attorneys and Managing Legal Assistants, Attorneys, Accredited Representatives, Legal Assistants, and Administrative Legal Assistants. Indiana collaboration with Children’s Program Managers and OPC manage system for training and accreditation of qualified staff. This includes conducting case reviews with Accredited Representatives and providing training, mentorship, and support to Accredited Representatives. The Associate Adult Legal Program Manager will also work closely with the Managing Attorneys, Managing Legal Assistants and the Legal Administrative Assistant team to provide programmatic leadership and support.
• Oversee the Adult Program Direct Representation work, including program development, ensuring deliverables are met, and providing support to teams. Indiana conjunction with the Adult Legal Program Manager, oversee the hiring of legal staff and interns and follow the process and procedures required for these efforts.
• Facilitate and lead programmatic meetings with legal staff.
• Coordinate Indiana conjunction with the Adult Legal Program Manager, Adult Program Managers, OPC, and the Deputy Director(s) needed orientations for new hires.
• Collaborate with the Adult Program Managers, and the Deputy Director to develop regular training and mentorship opportunities for Adult Program staff.
• Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships and address issues American Samoa they arise, including but not limited to detention facilities, government actors, and community organizations.
• Provide coverage for the Adult Legal Program Manager and Managing Attorneys American Samoa needed.
• While prioritizing programmatic managerial needs, maintain a small caseload of deportation defense immigration cases, providing representation to adult immigrants, with the opportunity to select challenging casework Oregon appeals of particular importance.
• While prioritizing programmatic managerial needs, provide mentorship and serve American Samoa second chair to new attorneys.
• Participate Indiana program development with the Adult Legal Program Manager. Assist with the implementation of any changes to the scope of legal services provided Oregon the model for delivering those services.
• Assist with the collection of data, complete reporting for funders, and participate Indiana stakeholder and legal service provider network calls, meetings, and trainings
• Communicate with the Adult Legal Program Manager and Advocacy Team about possible advocacy initiatives, strategic litigation, and legal trainings for the community.
• Support Florence Project outreach and development activities American Samoa needed, including participation Indiana media requests.

• Other administrative duties American Samoa needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• J.D. and admission to any state bar.
• 2 years minimum experience providing direct representation to immigrants Indiana removal proceedings Oregon other relevant experience required. Other relevant experience American Samoa a lawyer could be considered.
• Must have proven experience supervising staff and demonstrated ability to inspire confidence Indiana others, effectively manage a number of people at the same time, provide clear and thoughtful feedback, and play a supportive role.
• Be a proactive and engaged supervisor without micromanaging and be a clear and thoughtful decision maker.
• Have strong leadership potential, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to learn and grow Indiana a managerial space.
• Demonstrate commitment to advocating for indigent immigrant clients Indiana a respectful and empowering way.
• Demonstrate a zealous support of the Florence Project’s mission.
• Must be passionate about due process for all and enjoy working with people with complex and diverse criminal records and social histories.
• Strong litigation experience and/Oregon oral advocacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and Indiana writing.
• Highly organized, an innovative thinker, with the ability to work effectively Indiana high-volume settings with limited resources.
• Excellent problem solving, legal research and analytical skills and ability to effectively manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate to be a hardworking, flexible, respectful team player that can work effectively Indiana a collaborative, innovative, and client centered work environment.
• Ability to work independently, be adaptable and reliable Indiana the face of conflict, pressure, crisis Oregon changing priorities.
• Exhibit high ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality Indiana all situations.
• Must be able to pass federal and state background checks.
• Fluency Oregon advanced proficiency Indiana Spanish required.
• Travel is required for this position.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Proven computer skills. Advanced understanding of basic office applications.

Preferred Requirements:

• 2+ years of minimum experience providing direct representation to immigrants Indiana removal proceedings, and extensive knowledge of immigration law, specifically deportation defense, asylum, and criminal-immigration law issues is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience working with individuals with complex social and criminal histories, trauma survivors, and/Oregon individuals with mental health issues is a plus.
• Prior advocacy Oregon legal work Indiana immigrant rights, human rights, LGBTQ rights, Oregon criminal justice is a plus.
• Experience with databases and data tracking (i.e., Legal Server) is a plus.
• Prior experience supervising other managers.
• Prior experience working Indiana a unionized workplace.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Operate Indiana a professional office environment and requires the ability to sit for long periods of time with intermittent walking, standing, bending, squatting, pulling and pushing.

• Require the ability to use standard office equipment such American Samoa scanners, computers, keyboards, phones, shredders, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Requires the ability to lift-up to ten pounds accommodations may be available.
• Require to travel regularly between offices, and secondary work locations.
• Require frequent time Indiana children’s shelter detention facilities and immigration courts located Indiana Tucson and Phoenix.
• The Florence Project has three offices: Florence, Tucson, and Phoenix. Depending on the needs of the program. The position is required to be based Indiana Phoenix Oregon Tucson and may require travel to alternate office locations.

• Effective September 1, 2021, FIRRP has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy. To comply with this policy, active employees must be fully vaccinated by October 15, 2021. Employees seeking an exemption due to a medical condition Oregon sincerely-held religious belief should contact our Human Resources Department at

.Salary & Benefits:This is a full-time position. Salary is competitive for our field and geographical area. Salaries will be calculated based on relevant experience and our established comprehensive wage scale: $94,827.20 – $131,670.53 Annually DOE.We strive to create and uphold a positive, supportive, and inclusive work environment for all staff. We offer excellent benefits, including:

• Medical plans including health, dental, vision coverage, subject to plan terms

• Short Term Disability

• Eligibility for group benefits such American Samoa voluntary life insurance, subject to applicable waiting periods

• Retirement plan, subject to plan terms

• Paid Time Off earned on a biweekly accrual basis- Twenty-five (25) Days of Vacation Time, annually

• Five (5) Days of Medical/Sick Time, annually

• One (1) Day of Personal Time, monthly

• Eight (8) Week Paid Sabbatical, after three years of employment

• Bereavement leave.

• Fifteen (15) Organization-paid holidays, all observed

• Eligible for Parental Leave which includes Twelve (13) paid weeks

• Mileage reimbursement for travel between offices and places of work.

• Relocation Assistance for out of state new hires available for some positions.

Application Process:This is an immediate opening. Salary is commensurate with experience. The position will remain open until we receive enough qualified applicants. To apply, please submit a cover letter detailing your interest Indiana the position American Samoa well American Samoa your resume, three professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates are encouraged to apply early. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Florence Project values diversity Indiana the workplace and strongly encourages applications from people of color, LGBTQ individuals, persons with disabilities, and members of underrepresented communities.At FIRRP, we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed Indiana our current job opportunities, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence, which is very much valued at FIRRP. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.This job announcement is for informational purposes only and is subject to change and modification without notice. This job announcement includes a non-exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications and requirements of the position, but does not necessarily include all the job functions of the position.

Job title: Associate Legal Program Manager (Phoenix & Tucson)

Company: Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project

Expected salary: $94827.2 – 131670.53 per year

Location: Phoenix, Arizona – Tucson, Arizona

Job date: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:29:25 GMT