- Supervising attorney position with Farmworker Legal Services (FLS) in Kalamazoo, Michigan - Seeking an experienced attorney with a demonstrated commitment to advocating for low-income or immigrant communities - Will work closely with FLS attorneys, staff, and other providers to develop and pursue systemic litigation and community outreach efforts - Handle cases, provide supervisory support to team members, and assist in directing the legal work of FLS
MAP Farmworker Legal Services:
- Non-profit law office and statewide division of Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP) - Fights for justice and dignity alongside the farmworker community through legal advocacy, community engagement, and direct representation - Currently has 7 permanent staff and 7 seasonal advocates in Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, and Ypsilanti offices - Provides civil legal services to Michigan's migrant and seasonal farmworkers, prioritizing cases such as wage theft, trafficking, discrimination, and workplace health and safety
Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP):
- Works to advance the safety, independence, and economic stability of those affected by poverty, racism, and other oppressive systems - Provides civil legal aid for those unable to afford an attorney for over 50 years - Manages 6 statewide programs, including Farmworker Legal Services, Michigan Immigrant Rights Center, and Michigan Elder Justice Initiative - Staff of about 220 people in offices across Michigan
Required Qualifications:
- Must be licensed to practice law in Michigan or qualify for admission by waiver - 5 years of experience in low-income or immigrant communities - Experience with state or federal litigation or immigration affirmative applications - Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including travel and evening/weekend outreach - Demonstrated success working effectively in diverse teams - Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills - Commitment to social, racial, and economic justice and FLS's mission
Preferred Qualifications:
- Priority given to applicants with 10 years of experience in mission-aligned, supervisory, litigation, or immigration work - Experience supervising diverse teams and projects - Knowledge of labor-based immigration relief - Experience with negotiating, filing administrative complaints, and litigating employment claims - Proficiency in Spanish and English, or Haitian Creole or indigenous languages native to Mexico or Central America - Familiarity with farmworker advocacy, employment and immigration law, or legal services and advocacy
Benefits:
- Salary starting at $72,520, with annual raise - Generous benefits package, including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, and dental insurance - Flexible spending accounts and fully funded deductibles - Annual $1,500 payout for applicants who do not require health benefits - Generous leave policy 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 and Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP) - Kalamazoo, Michigan is a college town with its own airport and located near major cities such as Grand Rapids, Chicago, and Detroit - Kalamazoo also offers the Kalamazoo Promise, a scholarship program for graduates of Kalamazoo Public Schools
To Apply:
- Complete application and submit resume and cover letter - Application can be found at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled
Equal Opportunity Employer:
- Michigan Advocacy Program is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
