Immigration Specialist jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

Function: Supervision of Legal Program 

Title: Immigration Supervising Attorney  

Position Location: This position will be based at LORI’s Baton Rouge office.

Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000 

Reports To: Executive Director 

The Louisiana Organization for Refugees and Immigrants (LORI) supports refugees and immigrants in their journey of integration in Louisiana by providing programs and services to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of their responsibilities to become self-reliant and civically active.

Our aim is to connect communities to essential services and equip them with leadership skills to advocate for their families. At LORI, we promote diversity and inclusion, advocate for humane immigration policies, and increase access to legal services, policy advocacy, education, and community engagement. We also work with other organizations to combat racism and injustice by empowering refugees and immigrants in Louisiana through building power, developing leadership, and driving structural change. 

LORI is seeking an experienced Immigration Supervising Attorney with demonstrated knowledge working with diverse cultural groups to join our growing legal team.  The Supervising Attorney will oversee LORI’s newly formed Immigration Legal Program and overseeing a staff that provides comprehensive immigration assistance to low-income refugees, asylees, and other immigrants in need. They will also engage in outreach activities and provide direct immigration legal services, which may include petitions for relatives, naturalization, adjustment of status, and more. The Supervising Attorney will be responsible for providing guidance and support to the legal program team consisting of a Staff Attorney, paralegal, legal fellow, DOJ representative  and (2-3) volunteers as well as expanding LORI's Legal program.  The Supervising Attorney must embody LORI's core principles, which include Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), integrity, a person-centered approach, empowerment, and exceptional service. 

Employee Benefits 
We offer  $ 3,000 (Paid $250 monthly) in lieu of medical insurance. 

LORI offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees. Benefits include two weeks of paid vacation and medical leave, a personal day for every two months worked, paid holidays throughout the calendar year (including federal holidays), and a year-end winter break from December 24th to January 1st. 

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your interest to career@mylori.org. While we suggest submitting applications by April 30, 2024, we will accept applications until the position is filled. We understand that meeting all qualifications for a role can be challenging, and research has shown that individuals from diverse backgrounds, including women and those who identify as female, may self-exclude from suitable job opportunities. If you possess many of the qualifications outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply for this position. We appreciate your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. 

LORI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, sex, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran or citizenship status. as All  qualified candidates who meet the job requirements will be considered.  LORI provides reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities and a flexible work schedule based on each employee’s circumstances. 

We prioritize historically underrepresented groups and those facing societal discrimination in our recruitment efforts to promote diversity and inclusivity. Our organization is committed to affirmative action and creating a fair and equitable workplace for all employees.  Minority amplicants with lived experience as immigrants encouraged to apply.