Supervising Attorney, Immigration & Project End

## Description

### PURPOSE STATEMENT
To provide leadership, supervision, and subject‑matter mentorship to junior legal staff and to provide comprehensive legal representation to low‑income immigrants. This position has a special focus on Ayuda’s Project END program, which supports victims of immigration legal services fraud.

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## ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE
Ayuda is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing direct legal, social, and language access services, education, and outreach to low‑income immigrants in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Since 1973, Ayuda has provided critical services on a wide range of issues, acquiring nationally recognized expertise in several fields including immigration law, language access, domestic violence, and human trafficking. Ayuda has office locations in Washington, DC, Silver Spring, MD, and Fairfax, VA.

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## WHY DO YOU WANT THIS JOB?
Because, just like everyone at Ayuda, you believe:

– In seeing communities where all immigrants succeed and thrive in the United States.
– In the overall success of our organization and all our programs.
– That families should be healthy and safe from harm.
– That all people should have access to professional, honest, and ethical services, regardless of ability to pay or status in this country.
– That diversity and equality make this country better.

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## WHAT WILL THIS JOB ENTAIL?
– Supervise immigration staff attorneys and/or senior staff attorneys, BIA‑accredited representatives, paralegals, and/or legal interns.
– Provide direct legal representation to low‑income immigrants in a variety of matters before EOIR, USCIS, and the Maryland courts, with a focus on serving asylum seekers, immigrant survivors of crime, and vulnerable children and youth, especially for protections under U & T visas, VAWA, and SIJS.
– Represent and advocate for Project END clients by liaising with law enforcement; filing civil, consumer, bar, and UPL complaints; requesting and reviewing clients’ immigration files; and applying for forms of immigration relief.
– Where necessary, advocate on behalf of clients who have been victims of crimes, including human trafficking, in interactions with law enforcement.
– Deliver trainings and presentations on survivor‑based immigration protections to stakeholders including the community, service providers, and law enforcement.
– Represent Ayuda and our clients at local and regional stakeholder, coalition, and advocacy meetings.
– Stay current on relevant laws and policies by attending trainings and conferences and reviewing new laws, regulations, and court rules.
– Assist with preparation of grant applications, grant administration, and reports.

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## Requirements

### HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOU CAN DO THIS JOB?

#### Eligibility Requirements
– Must be legally able to work in the United States and maintain proper work authorization throughout employment.
– Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position presented in a general office environment.

#### Qualifications
The following qualifications are the qualities, experiences, and skills we seek in a candidate.

Candidates who don’t feel they meet every single qualification but still believe they’d be the right fit are encouraged to apply. We’re eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can contribute in a variety of ways—not just those who check all the boxes.

– J.D. or LL.M. from an accredited law school required.
– Member in good standing with the DC, Maryland, or Virginia bar, or eligible to waive into one of these jurisdictions, strongly preferred.
– Fluency in Spanish or another language relevant to Ayuda’s client community.
– At least three years’ experience practicing immigration law and/or consumer law. Candidates with less experience may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
– Strong legal, organizational, and time‑management skills.
– Excellent oral and written communication skills.
– Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse, multidisciplinary team.
– Experience working with children or survivors of family violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or other trauma a plus.
– Demonstrated commitment to social, racial, and economic justice.
– Experience supervising attorneys, paralegals, BIA‑accredited representatives, legal assistants, and/or legal interns preferred but not required.

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## SALARY AND BENEFITS
This position is a term‑limited, at‑will position through April 2027 to work on a specific grant‑funded project, with the possibility of renewal based on funding.

The anticipated salary for this position is $90,000–$106,300 depending on experience. For example, a supervising attorney with 2 years of relevant supervisory experience would receive a salary of $94,800.

We are proud to offer the following benefits:

– Platinum‑level medical insurance plan, 100% employer‑paid
– Dental and vision insurance, 100% employer‑paid
– Long‑term disability insurance, 100% employer‑paid
– Life and AD&D insurance, 100% employer‑paid
– Pre‑tax 401(k) with employer match on first 3% of salary
– Vacation Days: 21 days per year until year 3, 27 per year in years 3–7, and 33 days per year after 7 years of employment. Employees begin with 3 days of vacation leave.
– New employees begin with 5 days of Health & Wellness (sick) leave and accrue an additional 5 hours per pay period, plus emergency medical leave up to 12 weeks per year.
– 12 weeks paid parental leave
– 24 days paid holidays and staff wellness days, including Winter Break the last week of the year
– Job‑related professional development fees (including annual state bar dues and professional memberships)
– Flexible work schedules
– Employees with federal student loan debt may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Department of Education.

This position is exempt for overtime purposes.

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## TO APPLY
Please apply with resume and cover letter. Writing samples may be requested.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Apply early for full consideration. No phone calls, please.

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## EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT
Ayuda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

We believe that a diversity of experiences, opinions, and backgrounds is integral to achieving our mission and vision. We celebrate diversity and seek to leverage the passion, energy, and ideas of a culturally diverse team. Our hiring decisions are based on merit, and our hiring and promotion practices comply with all applicable anti‑discrimination laws.