Immigration Attorney I​/DOJ Accredited Representative

Immigration Attorney I/DOJ Accredited Representative

#ILS-032 Immigration Attorney I/DOJ Accredited Representative

Department: Immigration Legal Services

Employment Type: Full Time;
Exempt

Reports to: Immigration Legal Services Director

Location: SE Portland

Compensation: $54,106 - $59,516 annually

Founded in 1933, Catholic Charites of Oregon is one of Oregon’s oldest nonprofit social service agencies whose mission is to assure that essential, life‑saving services and supports are accessible to the most vulnerable Oregonians. Catholic Charities of Oregon was named by the Portland Business Journal as the #10 Non‑profit in their list of 2023 Most Admired Companies.

• 100% employer‑paid long‑term disability and life insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick, personal and 13 paid holidays.
• Retirement benefit with employer match and discretionary contribution.
• Employee Assistance Program. Catholic Charities of Oregon employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness government‑sponsored education loan repayment program.
• Full list of benefits can be found on this page under Resources. Please note these benefits are subject to change.

We are proud of our healthy work culture at Catholic Charities of Oregon. We care for our employees so they can take care of others. Our approach includes everything from support for continued training and education to a strong focus on allowing each employee to own their job and become a thought leader in their area of service. Together, we work to make a concrete, hands‑on difference in our community.

The Immigration Attorney I/DOJ Accredited Representative position is a critical part of the CCILS team. This role will provide direct legal services to individuals. The Immigration Attorney I/DOJ Accredited Representative position is a part of a team who focuses on family reunification and assistance to the most vulnerable immigrants, including domestic violence victims, crime victims, refugees, and certain persons needing deportation and removal defense.

• The attorney/DOJ Accredited Representative will provide direct immigration legal services to low‑income individuals.
• Providing legal consultations and representation.
• Representing clients before the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in cases, including but not limited to: family‑based petitions, waivers, consular processing, Adjustments of Status, Asylum, Humanitarian Parole.
• Representing clients in removal proceedings in Immigration Court if needed.
• Ensure that all assigned legal services are provided in accordance with applicable State and Local regulatory requirements, Catholic Charities Board Policies, Social Service Division Policies, and the Catholic Charities Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct.
• Coordinate legal volunteers, interns, and externs and provide supervision. If needed.
• Conduct trainings for legal service providers, community partners, and law students; some travel is required. If needed.
• Perform community outreach and education events; some travel is required.
• Effectively represent CCILS at community functions and at other events as requested or needed.
• Participate in trainings and meetings as requested by Supervisor.
• Adherence to Catholic Charities policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• JD degree from an accredited law school and admission to bar in any state or have the credentials to apply for DOJ Accreditation.

• One year of previous experience practicing immigration law preferred.
• Ability to communicate concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing in Spanish and English.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Satisfactory results from pre‑employment criminal and civil background screening required. Motor vehicle records (MVR) review required as needed.

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