LEGAL SERVICES COORDINATOR

The Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund (LALDEF) – located in Trenton, NJ – seeks talented, focused, and diligent candidates for the role of Legal Services Coordinator. Working in tandem with our Supervising Attorney and reporting to the Executive Director, this position offers the opportunity to collaborate with dedicated staff and volunteers to provide vital legal services to the immigrant community of Mercer County. Within a year, LALDEF would support the right candidate’s application for accreditation by the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).

Job responsibilities are outlined in the full job posting below.

Qualifications:
Candidates should be self-motivated and independent. Bachelor’s degree required. Must be experienced with communicating effectively and empathically with individuals from various backgrounds. Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Must be able to learn to use Docketwise (immigration case management software) in a timely manner. Applicants must be bilingual in English and Spanish.

In addition, the ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, organized individual with a commitment to social justice and an interest in grassroots advocacy. Preference will be given to candidates familiar with immigration law/USCIS regulations.

This is a full-time position; some evening and Saturday hours may be required. Salary is competitive for similarly sized organizations and commensurate with experience.

Application Requirements:
Please send a resume and cover letter to info@laldef.org.