Job Description
Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (MIRC) Job Title: Immigration Paralegal Experience: Associate’s degree or commensurate professional experience required, bachelor’s degree preferred Salary: $46,350 - $65,150 based on years of relevant experience Location: Detroit, Michigan
H1: Join the Team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** as an Immigration Paralegal H2: Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Lives of Low-Income Immigrants
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (MIRC) is seeking a Paralegal to join their team and assist in providing legal services to low-income immigrants in the Detroit area. This is a full-time position with a starting salary range of $46,350 - $65,150 based on years of relevant experience. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a talented team and make a difference in the lives of immigrants in need.
MIRC is a legal resource center for immigrant communities, with a focus on direct legal services, systemic advocacy, and community education and engagement. MIRC is part of the Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS), a non-profit law firm that provides free legal services to low-income and senior individuals through various statewide programs. MSAS is administered by the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP), which aims to increase access to justice and advocate for systemic solutions for those affected by poverty, racism, and other oppressive systems.
The Paralegal will work closely with attorneys to assist with cases, participate in office-wide projects and client services, and eventually handle some cases on their own as a DOJ-accredited representative. The successful candidate must pursue DOJ accreditation within six months of starting the role, and will receive full support from MIRC in the process. Applicants with relevant experience, especially in immigration and poverty-related work, will be given priority. Spanish language proficiency is required, and applicants with lived experience are encouraged to apply.
In addition to a competitive salary, MIRC offers a generous benefits package including life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental, and flexible spending accounts. Staff who do not require health benefits have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to their base salary. MAP also has a generous leave policy, allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation in the first year, 15 paid holidays, and a 401K retirement plan with employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is also a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
The ideal candidate will have an associate’s degree or commensurate professional experience, with a preference for a bachelor’s degree. Strong communication, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills are required, as well as a demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants and individuals in poverty. The candidate must also be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and proficient in major software and web services such as Word, Excel, and G Suite. A reliable internet connection is required for remote work.
To apply, interested candidates must complete an application and submit a resume and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. MIRC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Responsibilities: - Assist attorneys with cases and participate in office-wide projects and client services - Handle some cases on their own as a DOJ-accredited representative - Pursue DOJ accreditation within six months of starting the role with full support from MIRC - Maintain strong communication and collaboration skills - Demonstrate a commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants and individuals in poverty - Be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills - Possess proficiency in major software and web services - Have access to a reliable internet connection for remote work
Qualifications: - Associate’s degree or commensurate professional experience required, bachelor’s degree preferred - Excellent communication, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills - Demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants or individuals in poverty - Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills - Proficient in major software and web services - Access to a reliable internet connection for remote work - Experience in immigration and poverty-related work preferred - Spanish language proficiency required - Relevant lived experience encouraged to apply
Benefits: - Full-time position with a starting salary range of $46,350 - $65,150 - Generous benefits package including life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental, and flexible spending accounts - Option for staff to receive a $1,500 annual payout if they do not need health benefits - Generous leave policy, including 3 weeks of paid vacation in the first year and 15 paid holidays - 401K retirement plan with employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment - Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
To Apply: - Complete the application and submit a resume and cover letter - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled - MIRC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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