Founded in 2004, the Kitsap Immigrant Assistance Center (KIAC) advances the well-being and power-building of immigrants through education, advocacy, and social justice. We envision a community where all people, regardless of birthplace, have access to justice, respect, and opportunity. KIAC provides free and affordable immigration legal services, family support, tax and business assistance, and advocacy. Our clients come from over 70 countries, speaking more than 60 languages.
The Staff Attorney collaborates with the Legal Services Director to provide immigration legal representation and supports Accredited Representatives, volunteer attorneys, and the legal team. This role handles a range of cases, including Protection Orders, family law matters related to domestic violence, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), asylum, VAWA self-petitions, U and T visas, family-based petitions, consular processing, waivers, adjustment of status, and removal defense, including cases involving immigration detention.
This position is based in Bremerton, WA, with some work in Jefferson, Mason, and Clallam Counties.
Learn more about Kitsap Immigrant Assistance Center at kitsapiac.org
Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications of Ideal Candidate
Physical and Emotional Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be regularly required to be both stationary and mobile; occasionally lift up to 25 lb; communicate and manage workflows in person, over the computer and via phone; drive a vehicle to additional work sites.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be regularly required to discuss and engage with issues related to lived trauma and the immigrant experience.
KIAC staff operate in a hybrid model, in-office work will be expected of this position (at least 3 days per week) and as needed. Additional travel in surrounding regions required.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
Founded in 2004, the Kitsap Immigrant Assistance Center (KIAC) advances the well-being and power-building of immigrants through education, advocacy, and social justice. We envision a community where all people, regardless of birthplace, have access to justice, respect, and opportunity. KIAC provides free and affordable immigration legal services, family support, tax and business assistance, and advocacy. Our clients come from over 70 countries, speaking more than 60 languages.
The Staff Attorney collaborates with the Legal Services Director to provide immigration legal representation and supports Accredited Representatives, volunteer attorneys, and the legal team. This role handles a range of cases, including Protection Orders, family law matters related to domestic violence, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), asylum, VAWA self-petitions, U and T visas, family-based petitions, consular processing, waivers, adjustment of status, and removal…
The pay range for this position is $78,500-$110,000, depending on experience and admission to the bar.
KIAC offers a benefits package with KIAC paying 100% of the medical, dental, and vision plan. Employees are able to add dependents (at cost). Benefits package includes generous paid time off and retirement benefits with a 3% employer match.
The pay range for this position is $78,500-$110,000, depending on experience and admission to the bar.
KIAC offers a benefits package with KIAC paying 100% of the medical, dental, and vision plan. Employees are able to add dependents (at cost). Benefits package includes generous paid time off and retirement benefits with a 3% employer match.
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