Program Assistant (Part Time)

HOURS: Part-time, M-F; 15-19 hours/week, with occasional evening and weekend events throughout the year

The Legal Clinic (TLC), a Honolulu, Hawaiʻi-based nonprofit organization, is seeking candidates for a program assistant. Position is part-time initially and is to begin immediately. TLC’s mission is to ensure justice for low-income immigrants and migrants in Hawaiʻi through high-quality immigration legal services, education, and advocacy. TLC was incorporated as an independent, secular 501(c)3 nonprofit in 2019, and is the Hawaiʻi affiliate of the Immigration Law & Justice Network. Please visit www.tlchawaii.org for more information.

 RESPONSIBILITIES: The program assistant is responsible for providing support to both the legal and the administrative team, as needed.

l. Legal Services Support

  • Assist legal team staff in preparing immigration forms, pleadings, motions and briefs, and cover letters; and in assembling petitions and appeals packets.

  • Under the general supervision of an attorney or accredited DOJ representative, communicates with the client and necessary witnesses and agencies for fact-finding, gathering of documents and information pertinent to the case.

  • Under the general supervision of an attorney or accredited DOJ representative, conducts general and legal research relating to the case and/or application.

  • Provide, coordinate, and secure interpretation and/or translation services for client matters and appointments.

  • Assist with the preparation for United States Citizenship and lmmigration Services (USCIS) interviews, appointments and trial.

  • Occasional attendance at interviews and hearings.

  • Assist with client communication and document client interactions and case progress updates in the client case management system.

II. Programmatic & Administrative Support

  • Assist in coordinating TLC programs such as LEAP-HI (DOJ Accredited Rep training) and the Court Observer programs.

  • Assist in coordinating TLC intern & volunteer activities.  

  • Assist in coordinating TLC events, including fundraising events.

  • Other administrative and project coordination tasks as needed.

  • Assist other staff with and/or represent TLC at community and benefit events. This may occasionally require working outside of regular business hours and weekends.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree, or higher, preferred.

  • Previous administrative assistant or legal assistant experience preferred.

  • Proficient/fluent in English -both verbal and written.

  • Proficient/fluent in another language preferred.

  • Must be detail-oriented and possess superb organizational skills.

  • Ability to work sensitively with colleagues and clients having diverse personalities, lifestyles, cultures, faiths, and backgrounds.

  • Ability to maintain client confidentiality and communicate with professionalism and courtesy.

  • Ability to take initiative, multi-task, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office software such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint. Ability to learn legal case management software and other databases/CRM

  • Demonstrated interest in supporting immigrant and migrant rights.

  • Familiarity with communities in Hawai'i and/or immigrant communities is desired but not required.

 COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: $22-$26/hour, DOE. Candidates with prior U.S. Department of Justice Accreditation status could be compensated at a higher rate. Benefits include flexible paid time off, possible remote work option, professional development opportunities, and paid holidays (pro-rated).  Full-time employees are eligible to receive health/vision/dental insurance coverage, and a 401k benefit with employer contribution after a period of service.

 TO APPLY: Please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@tlchawaii.org. Position open until filled.

 The Legal Clinic is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or veteran status.