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DACAWorks Legal Assistant (Contractor)

CLOSED - Not Accepting Applications FOR THIS ROLE.

 

This document outlines the RFP for a contract legal assistant. 

 

Section 1: Company background

The Colorado Nonprofit Development Center (CNDC) serves as fiscal sponsor to Juntos. CNDC is dedicated to fostering a healthy and vibrant nonprofit sector in Colorado by enhancing the effective and efficient use of community resources. Our values of partnership, respect, accountability, innovation, and learning guide our

work. We provide comprehensive fiscal sponsor services to emerging and transitioning charitable groups (“Project”) serving their communities in areas as varied as education, arts, human services, and public health.

 

Our Mission: Juntos is building the biggest pipeline for DACA recipients to access upward mobility by preparing undocumented families for career success. We support them through the DACA application process and the entrepreneurial process to thrive financially. Specifically, we educate and train our community so they can be self-sufficient and self-advocates. 

 

We envision a society where every person has access to high quality jobs and careers that provide a living wage and build generational wealth.

 

Our population served: We serve undocumented families, primarily DACA-recipients between ages 18-34. 

 

To learn more about our mission and work, visit our website at www.juntoscommunity.org.

 

Section 2: Role Objectives

Objective Summary:

We are looking for a legal assistant to support our DACAWorks team in their day to day client work. This role will support the DACAWorks manager and attorney in administering trainings, preparing, submitting DACA renewals", among other administrative tasks that may be assigned
 

Scope of Work:

Contract starts June 1st and ends August 10th, 2023 (with possibility of extension depending on organizational needs), the DACAWorks Administrative Assistant for Juntos will support with the following tasks:

• Administer DACAWorks training with clients

• Update client progress on Client Dashboard

• Prepare DACA renewal application submission for Manager & Attorney Review

• Print, Package and Mail out Applications 

• Organizes and indexes case/matter documentation making it available and easily accessible to attorneys

• Files legal documentation in the proper filing system including scanning & uploading documents to the drive 

• Assists in administering routine contract preparation/execution, responds to client inquiries/communications and performs document management

Skills:

• Excellent customer service skills: conduct intake process with potential clients, meet with clients, and have excellent phone skills

• Familiarity with DACA, DACA renewals

• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of an office

• Excellent administrative and organizational skills

• Strong written and verbal communication and research skills

 

Rate

$18-$25 an hour based on experience. Retainer of $3,000 for the 3 month period. 

  

Schedule 

The DACAWorks administrative assistant will work closely with the DACAWorks Manager to determine the best schedule. 10-20 hours per week.

 

Location

Hybrid remote and in person work office located at 3264 Larimer St Unit D Denver, Co 80205. In office days Tuesdays & Thursdays.

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Section 3:  Criteria for Response

Qualifications

We are looking for a contractor who is deeply committed to supporting DACA-recipients, can commit to our scope of work, can meet deadlines, and can align with our values of community, family, and equity. 

 

Hiring Requirements

Email all hiring materials to support@juntoscommunity.org 

To be considered you should include a cover letter, resume, and 3 references. 

Cover letter should address the following: 

1. The Why. Why do you want to work with Juntos?

2. Relevant experience as it relates to this role. 

3. Rate requested

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Advance Parole (AP) Coordinator (FTE)

CLOSED - Not Accepting Applications FOR THIS ROLE.

GENERAL: Colorado Nonprofit Development Center (CNDC) dba Juntos Community is dedicated to fostering a healthy and vibrant nonprofit sector in Colorado by enhancing the effective and efficient use of community resources.  Our values of partnership, respect, accountability, innovation, and learning guide our work. We provide comprehensive fiscal sponsor services to emerging and transitioning charitable groups (“Project”) serving their communities in areas as varied as education, arts, human services, and public health. Juntos will become its own institution soon. 

 

OUR MISSION: Juntos Community is building the biggest pipeline for DACA recipients to access upward mobility by preparing undocumented families for career success. We support them through the DACA application process and the entrepreneurial process in order to thrive financially.

 

We envision a society where every person has access to high quality jobs and careers that provide a living wage and build generational wealth.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Advance Parole Coordinator is responsible for executing the strategy to help DACA-recipients receive Advance Parole for humanitarian, employment, and education opportunities. The ideal candidate will have experience working with DACA-recipients, a strong understanding of the immigration process, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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This is a unique opportunity for someone who is comfortable working in a startup environment, remotely, and is excited about supporting the launch of a new program for Juntos Community. 

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OBJECTIVES:
This is a new position that aligns critical immigration components (Advance Parole and legal re-entry) to the mission of Juntos to help undocumented families live healthy lives and thrive financially within the state of Colorado and beyond. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement strategies to help DACA-recipients apply to obtain Advance Parole

• Work with DACA-recipients to complete the Advance Parole application process
  Provide support and guidance to DACA-recipients throughout the Advance Parole process

• Monitor the status of Advance Parole applications and provide updates to DACA-recipients

• Collaborate with other departments and organizations to promote awareness of Advance Parole and its benefits

• Partner with employers and higher-ed institutions to support their DACA employees and students to travel abroad for employment and educational purposes.

• Be responsible for additional administrative tasks as it relates to AP programming and collecting feedback.

• If not already licensed, receive training to become a Department of Justice accredited representative. 

• Report to DACAWorks Program Manager

OTHER DUTIES REQUIRED OF ALL STAFF:

• Attend and promote events

• Community events and meetings will occur some nights and weekends.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required: 

• Bilingual in Spanish and English 

• Bachelor's degree in law, legal studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• 2+ years of experience working with DACA-recipients

• Experience filing with USCIS

• Strong understanding of the immigration process

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Must be available to work remotely, 40 hours weekly. 

• Tech requirements: Google Workspace, Office 365, Phone, computer, internet, Zoom and WhatsApp, Airtable. 

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POSITION TYPE/COMPENSATION/WORK SCHEDULE:  This is a full-time position, requiring evening and occasional weekend work and the ability to be flexible and responsive to emergent needs of Juntos Community. This is a 90% remote position, 10% in the office (for annual staff retreats and important org events). Does not need to live in Colorado. 

 

COMPENSATION: The compensation range is between $21.15 to $25.96 hourly (44k-54k yearly) with a signing bonus of $1,000, work is 40 hours per week.

 

BENEFITS– CNDC offers Medical, Dental, Life, LTD, and Vision Insurance in addition to a matching 401(k) after a year of service. Reimbursement of work permits (DACA, etc). Pro-rated sick leave. Full time employees receive 15 days of PTO, and our organization takes 12 shared holidays and shuts down for 4 weeks per year (one week each quarter). In addition, the office shuts down for 3-day weekends twice a month in order to support our team’s sustainability.

 

Juntos Community is a project of the Colorado Nonprofit Development Center (CNDC) and all employees are CNDC employees. CNDC is dedicated to equal employment opportunities in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. CNDC prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, age 40 and over, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, gender expression or any other characteristic protected by state or local law. This policy applies to all employees.  

 

CNDC has a mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Policy (COVID vaccine of 2 shots), you must provide proof of Vaccine or Request an Accommodation Form for Medical/Religious Exemptions before first day of hire.  

 

HOW TO APPLY

Email all job application materials to support@juntoscommunity.org .
Complete applications will include a cover letter, resume, and 3 references.  The cover letter should not exceed 1 page. 2-3 paragraphs recommended. 
Cover letter should address the following: 

• The Why. Why do you want to work at/with Juntos Community?

• Relevant work experience as it relates to Advance Parole and/or the responsibilities of this role.  

• Hourly Rate requested and rationale.