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Regular Full Time               Status: Exempt / SALARY              Reports to: Legal Services Program Director

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Paid Holidays

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)

Legal Representation & Client Services

• Provide direct legal representation to community members in a variety of civil legal matters, with a primary focus on:
• Immigration law, including removal defense, adjustment of status, asylum, VAWA, U visas, T visas, and consular processing.
• Family law, including protection orders, divorce, guardianship, and custody matters.
• Contract law and landlord/tenant disputes.
• Represent clients before local and federal courts, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, USCIS, the U.S. Department of State, and other government agencies.
• Provide individual legal consultations, self-help assistance, and direct representation based on client need and case complexity.
• Conduct naturalization preparation classes, legal clinics, and community workshops in Spanish and English.
• Respond promptly to client inquiries and maintain clear communication throughout the representation.
• Manage a caseload of matters in compliance with applicable rules of professional conduct and program standards

Supervision & Team Development

• Supervise, train, and mentor Department of Justice (DOJ) accredited representative(s) and paralegal staff.
• Review and sign off on work product prepared by supervised staff in accordance with DOJ and bar requirements.
• Participate in legal team meetings, case reviews, and staff training.
• Assist in the onboarding and professional development of new legal staff.
• Complete ongoing trauma-informed care training and required Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses.

Outreach, Advocacy & Community Engagement

• Conduct presentations, workshops, legal clinics, and individual consultations in Spanish and English across Idaho.
• Travel across the state of Idaho to provide legal services and outreach in underserved communities.
• Represent CC Idaho before legislators, policymakers, and other stakeholders on matters related to legal services and immigration policy, when requested by the Chief Executive Officer.
• Collaborate with community partners, coalitions, and legal aid organizations across Idaho.
• Contribute to CC Idaho blogs, social media, and outreach publications (FUILS and others) as needed.
• Assist in planning and organizing annual community events, including the Annual Gala.

Program & Administrative Support

• Assist in researching, writing, and reporting on grants that support the Legal Services program.
• Maintain accurate and complete records for all cases and grant management activities in compliance with confidentiality standards and program requirements.
• Perform administrative tasks related to grant reporting and program compliance requirements.
• Manage deadlines, calendars, and case-related appointments to ensure timely filing and court appearances.
• Perform all work duties in accordance with CC Idaho policies, procedures, and safety practices.
• Ensure compliance with CC Idaho, local, state, federal, and other applicable regulations and professional standards.

Required 

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school or able to obtain J.D. within six (6) months.
• Active admission to the bar of any U.S. state; admission to the Idaho State Bar is strongly preferred or must be obtained within nine (9) months following hire.
• Demonstrated commitment to immigrant rights, public interest law, and the mission, vision, and values of Community Council of Idaho.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage a complex caseload.
• Ability to work independently and to supervise, train, and support non-attorney legal staff.
• Ability to multitask, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including legal writing and oral advocacy.
• Experience with legal case management systems and electronic filing platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional responsibility rules.
• Ability to travel frequently and overnight, both in-state and out-of-state.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of current auto insurance.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Preferred

• Fluency in English and Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking) in a professional business setting.
• Must complete the Core Grammar Program within 6 months of hire.
• 1–3 years of experience in immigration law, family law, or public interest legal services.
• Experience supervising DOJ-accredited representatives or paralegals.
• Familiarity with grant writing, reporting, or nonprofit program management.
• Experience working with immigrant, refugee, or survivor populations.
• Familiarity with Idaho state courts, USCIS procedures, and 9th Circuit practice.

Required Physical Demands 

• Is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Work Environment

Work in an office or classroom setting; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles; the work may be stressful; the noise level is moderate to elevated.

BENEFIT:

“CCI is a strong, non-profit agency to work with. They respect work-life balance and allow for flexibility when it is needed. Excellent premiums on benefits packages. Good working environment with opportunities for advancement."

For detail Benefit plan please visit:                 https://communitycouncilofidaho.org/apply-today/

Health Benefits

• Blue Cross Medical and Dental benefits:
• Willamette dental benefits:
• VSP Vision benefits:

Financial Well-Being

• Basic Life Insurance with Accidental death & dismemberment
• Supplemental Voluntary Life 
• Long- and Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
• 401(k) retirement plan (Must be 21 years of age to participate)
• Voluntary Benefit Options
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Legal Ease
• Norton Life Lock

Work/Life Balance (Regular Full Time)

• Generous Paid Time Off Policy (PTO)
  • First year of service – 20 days
  • After five years of service – 25 days
  • After ten years of service – 30 days
  • After twenty years of service – 35 days
  • After thirty years of service – 40 days
• Twelve Paid Holidays 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 10 free sessions per each topic/situation
  • Assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being

Educational leave

• Up to 5 hours per week to utilize towards education, upon approval and eligibility