Attorney/Manager (1665)

Attorney/Manager (1665)

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.

LSF is looking for a talented Attorney/Manager who wants to make an impact in the lives of others.

Purpose and Impact:

Supervises and directs the Legal Services Operations for Comprehensive Refugee Services in the Southwest Region.

Essential Functions:

• Review, supervise, and provide feedback on the work product of program staff, including paralegals.
• Represent eligible clients before the DHS and Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR).
• Provide legal services (advice, negotiation, litigation & administrative advocacy) to eligible clients in accordance with the program priorities and performance measures.
• Coach and provide co-counseling support to immigration program staff on complex cases.
• Identify and provide strategic insight and feedback on funding opportunities for program expansion.
• Participate in training programs, case reviews, staff meetings and other activities.
• Prepare and provide community education regarding legal rights for LSF clients.
• Maintain timely, accurate client records in case management system.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with local, state government agencies, and providers such as USCIS, Immigration Courts, etc.
• Ensures that all paralegals maintain DOJ Accreditation, at the discretion of the Attorney/Program Director
• Networks with other community/state & national agencies, public and private sector providers and employers who serve refugees and immigrants.
• Ensures program financial goals and objectives are met.
• Assures adequate funding and resources for all programs under supervision.
• Assist in the Development of all budgets for each program assigned.
• Hire, supervise and train qualified paralegals.
• Directs and supervises staff regarding goal attainment and performance measures.
• Monitors all programs to assure compliance with LSF policies and procedures.
• Ensures that all required reports are provided on time and accurately.
• Ensures quality assurance requirements.
• Approves all fiscal documents: DPV, Petty Cash, etc.
• Assists Attorney/Program Director with the implementation of the agencys strategic plan.
• Provides strategic information to Attorney/Program Director and Statewide Director concerning the operations of programs.
• Drives new program initiatives, including the planning, implementation and follow through.
• Responsible for economic sustainability of the new program

Other Functions:

To perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to drive, have a valid Florida Drivers License and maintain a clean driving record.
• Must be able to work flexible and long hours.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

Law degree from an accredited university and licensed to practice immigration law in the United States.

Experience:

Experience in Immigration Laws and Regulations preferred, minimum of 1-3 years of legal experience required.

Skills:

• Must be highly organized and disciplined.
• Must have experience working with immigration software, or similar case management software.
• Excellent knowledge of the Immigration Law
• Great communication skills in English and the ability of speak one other language fluently (Spanish preferred)
• Ability to understand and prepare budgets.

Other:

Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service populations cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.

Principle Accountabilities:

• Reports to Attorney/Program Director.
• Team player with co-workers
• Accurate, complete and timely submission of required financial reports, forecasts, proposals, budgets and analysis
• Cost effective program operation
• Adherence to agency policies and managements
• Effective staff management and leadership