Americans for Immigrant Justice (AI Justice), an award-winning not-for-profit legal services organization founded in 1996 to protect and promote the basic human rights of immigrants, has a multicultural and a multilingual staff. AI Justice has represented clients from around the world and is recognized as a powerful advocate and national leader for immigrants' rights. AI Justice works closely with traditional civil rights groups as well as grassroots organizations and local, state and national government officials to affect positive change in immigration policies.
The Program
The Detention Program provides representation, case assistance, and intakes to individuals detained in ICE custody in Florida. Our Program advocates for the just and humane treatment of all and believes that no human is illegal or should be separated from their family and support systems. We recognize the U.S. immigration system disproportionately targets and criminalizes Black and brown immigrants who are routinely and systematically funneled from the criminal justice system to deportation. Our Program advocates for all immigrants in custody and does not discriminate on any basis.
Responsibilities
The Detention Program seeks an individual to assist with a variety of tasks including case management with clients, the Detention Hotline, facilitating pro bono representation, and advocacy efforts for immigrants in detention. The Detention paralegal will work with people detained in ICE custody around Florida, and advocate for the fair and humane treatment of all people in ICE custody.
Daily Activities
Other Activities and Responsibilities
Essential Skills
Other Requirements
Location: Hybrid position, but travel required to Miami Dade and Broward Counties.
Education and Experience: BA degree required.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience. Salary ranges from $46,000-$71,000 depending on experience. AI Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package, including excellent health, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage; 15 paid days of vacation leave; 13 paid holidays; 10 paid health days; 1 personal day. After one year of employment, staff are entitled to paid parental leave and up to 3% matching employer contribution to 403(b) retirement plan. Vacation and health leave increases after two- and five-year anniversaries. Paid sabbatical available at five years.
How To Apply
AI Justice is an EOE/AA employer, and we strongly encourage applications from people of color, immigrants, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented groups. We value strength in diversity and inclusion within our office and are actively working towards providing an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment free from discrimination for all.
Submit cover letter, resume, and 3 references to careers@aijustice.org . Please write DETENTION PROGRAM PARALEGAL in the subject line.
Interviews : Top candidates will be invited to interview
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
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