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Legal Assistant, Legal Services
Missoula, MT Legal Assistant, Legal Services - Missoula, MT The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (IRC) is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their team in Missoula, Montana. The IRC is a global humanitarian organization that responds to the world's worst crises, providing aid and support to those affected by conflict and disaster. As a Legal Assistant, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of millions of people worldwide and help them rebuild their communities. If you are a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, we invite you to join us and be a part of our mission for a better future. Overview: The Legal Assistant will provide support to the Managing Attorney and other legal staff in providing immigration legal services to refugee and other immigrant clients. This role requires stellar interpersonal and trauma-informed listening skills, excellent organization and attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Responsibilities: - Conduct intakes and follow-up meetings with clients, gather supporting documents, and prepare translations - Assist in preparing filings for immigration court, Asylum Office, and USCIS - Open cases, create paper and electronic case files, and input data into case management systems - Coordinate with other IRC program staff to provide wrap-around services - Develop partnerships to bring valuable support to clients - Communicate with clients to provide case status updates, request documents, and schedule appointments - Prepare affidavits, legal correspondence, and other documents for the Managing Attorney and legal staff - Track deadlines and prepare monthly reports Requirements: - Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience in the legal field - Experience in a legal setting is highly desirable, but not required - Excellent attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment - Demonstrated ability to work independently, solve problems, and exercise sound judgment - Ability to work well in a highly collaborative social service environment - Deep commitment to working with new Americans, including refugees and asylum seekers - Trauma-informed and sensitive listening and communication skills - Personal integrity in handling ethically complex and confidential situations - Commitment to anti-racism and ongoing learning - Strong computer literacy, research, and analysis skills - Ability and willingness to travel frequently in and around the service area to engage with clients and community partners Working Environment: - Standard office environment with occasional participation in community outreach and legal assistance events - Hybrid, flexible work options available - May require occasional weekend and/or evening work Salary Information: Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates and are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements. The salary range for this position is $20.43 - $23.32 per hour. Benefits: The IRC offers a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits to its employees. All US employees are eligible for sick time, a 403b retirement savings plan with a matching contribution of up to 4.5%, plus an additional 3-7% IRC contribution. Employees also have access to an Employee Assistance Program to support them and their families in times of crisis and mental health struggles. Full-time employees are eligible for 10 paid holidays, 20-25 paid time off days, disability and life insurance, medical, dental, and vision insurance (employee contribution starting at $135, $7, and $5 per month respectively), and FSA for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs. Part-time employees are eligible for a proportionate amount of paid time off. These additional benefits apply to employees who work at least 6 months within a 12-month time period. Equal Opportunity Employer: The IRC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the job application or interview process, in performing essential job functions, and in receiving other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and its employees must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way - our Code of Conduct. These values include integrity, service, accountability, and equality. Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all individuals are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of any kind. Our goal is to increase the representation of women, people from the countries and communities we serve, and individuals who identify as underrepresented races and ethnicities in global power structures. |
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