Paralegal

Church World Service

Fort Collins, COHybrid
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Pay
$42.1K to $49.5K
a year
Location
Fort Collins, CO
Work style
Hybrid
3 days in office
Posted
Oct 8
9 days ago
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Church World Service

Non-profit organization management · 501 to 1,000 employees

Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.

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What you'll do

  • Support immigration legal services by gathering client information, assisting with applications and case follow-up, and maintaining accurate files and records.
  • Provide administrative support, conduct legal research, and help prepare reports and application packets.

What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional work experience in lieu of degree.
  • At least 2yearsof experience as a paralegal or intern in a law office or non-profit legal services environment.
  • Previous work or volunteer experience with asylum seekers, refugees, asylees, and other immigrants.
  • The successful candidate must be highly detail oriented andpossesssuperior organizational and task management abilities.
  • Respect for client confidentiality.
  • Ability to work independently to complete tasks with minimal direction.
  • Strong computer literacy, withknowledge of word processing and database applications, and ability to use standard office equipment in performing varied activities.
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Education: a bachelor's degree

Key skills

Detail orientedRespect for client confidentialityAbility to work independentlyStrong computer literacyWord processingDatabase applicationsLegal research

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Perks

  • 403 (b) Retirement Plan
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 14 Official Holidays
  • 12 Sick Days Off
  • Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Long Term and Short-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program

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Paralegal ID 2026-4372 Category Legal Services Position Type Regular Location Name Fort Collins Location US-CO-Fort Collins Work Arrangement Hybrid Base Salary Minimum USD $42,075.00/Yr. Base Salary Maximum USD $49,500.00/Yr. About CWS Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home. Purpose The primary purpose of the CWS Paralegal is to provide administrative support to the CWS Immigration Legal Services Program and assist Staff Attorneys in providing eligibility screenings, application completion, and follow-up services to eligible refugees, asylees, lawful permanent residents (LPRs), and other immigrants. Responsibilities Meet with clients to gather initial information and assist Staff Attorney in preparing applications for various immigration benefits for refugees, asylees, lawful permanent residents (LPRs), and other immigrants. Provide administrative support to the CWS Immigration Legal Services team, including answering client phone calls and scheduling appointments, entering data in case management software, and photocopying documents. Assisting Staff Attorney in immigration case management and follow up with clients and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Maintain accuracy in client case files and case note documentation, update client case status regularly in case management database. Assist in compiling client application packets for various immigration benefits in an accurate fashion to ensure that all required evidence and documentation is attached. Assist Staff Attorney in maintaining statistics and records to track Immigration Legal Services program results. Conduct legal research, as directed by Staff Attorneys. Provide administrative support to the legal team, including assistance with preparing periodic reports and trackers for funders as needed Perform other duties as requested . Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional work experience in lieu of degree. Experience: At least 2 years of experience as a paralegal or intern in a law office or non-profit legal services environment. Previous work or volunteer experience with asylum seekers, refugees, asylees, and other immigrants. Skills: The successful candidate must be highly detail oriented and possess superior organizational and task management abilities. Respect for client confidentiality. Ability to work independently to complete tasks with minimal direction. Strong computer literacy , with knowledge of word processing and database applications, and ability to use standard office equipment in performing varied activities. Superior written and verbal communication skills in English. Special Requirements The job will require reference checks and standard criminal background checks. This job is a hybrid position with a requirement of 3 in-office days/ week. Benefits CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes: - 403 (b) Retirement Plan - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Generous Paid Time Off (18 Paid Days Off; 24 Days after 2 Years) - 14 Official Holidays - 12 Sick Days Off (Accrued monthly) - Life Insurance and AD&D - Long Term and Short-Term Disability - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Health Savings Account - Flexible Spending Accounts Options Apply for this job online Apply Share Email this job to a friend Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed CWS is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Application FAQs Software Powered by ICIMS www.icims.com

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