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TUFF CONSTRUCTION
Houston, TX (In Person)
$41,600 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Summary We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our client's nonprofit team. In this role, you will provide essential support in managing a wide range of legal matters, focusing on contract review, legal research, document management, and case preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal administrative skills, extensive paralegal experience, and a comprehensive understanding of various legal disciplines, including immigration law. This position offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to complex legal projects while supporting the overall organization and delivering precise and efficient legal services. As our client's services are ever-growing and changing, candidates may need to adapt to other duties as assigned. Essential Functions Provide administrative support to the DOJ Accredited Representative, including scheduling, filing, and preparing documents. Assist clients with intake, gathering documentation, and completing immigration forms. Translate and interpret between English and Spanish for clients, staff, and volunteers. Maintain and organize case files within the case management system. Greeting clients and volunteers during in-office information sessions and assist with workshops. Outreach and coordinate with community partners, churches, and referral sources as needed. Assist in making recommendations to the Management regarding program services. Stay abreast of the best practices and changes of immigration law, regulations, and policies. Assists with the development/management of program budget and be responsible for making requests for materials and supplies not to exceed approved budget expenditures. Work with program staff and the Management to ensure program goals are being met. Under the general supervision of Management, be responsible for meeting all performance goals. Perform other administrative duties as needed. Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required. Provide administrative support to Management and DOJ Representative, including scheduling, filing, and preparing documents. Analyze the program and follow-up to verify quality and to ensure activities and services achieve stated objectives and outcomes. Revise program goals and objectives to meet the changing needs of program participants. Participate in solicitation of funding requests from outside sponsors. Create presentations, summaries, and other helpful materials to ensure better communication and company-wide understanding of the program. Manage deadlines and progress across the team to ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget. Collect and analyze feedback from program participants to gauge satisfaction and success. Maintain accurate and complete records as required. Maintain quality and timely data entry per grant specifications. Actively participate in regular staff meetings and staff trainings, and accept the responsibility for aiding the development of positive team relationships. Provide support, as needed, to other core programs, including cross-training in other service areas. Assist with special projects and other tasks deemed necessary to achieve overall goals and to operate a successful program. Perform other duties as assigned to advance the mission of the organization. Qualifications High school diploma equivalent required, associate degree, or Paralegal Certificate, or another related field. A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience, preferably in with immigrants. Experience in soft skills and life skills training preferred. Demonstrated flexibility and experience working with diverse populations and communities in need. Bilingual preferred (Spanish). Excellent written, verbal communication, strong organizational and administrative skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Computer literate in Microsoft Office and electronic communication Able to work with only general direction and with minimal supervision. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from program staff and members. Energy and enthusiasm with instruction. Genuine compassion for underserved and vulnerable individuals and families. Interest in working within a nonprofit or ministry-oriented environment. Ability to represent organizations' values with professionalism, empathy, and grace. Strong initiative, flexibility, and problem-solving skills. Interested in pursuing a long-term career in law, social justice, immigration services, or nonprofit work. Must possess strong leadership skills, be results driven and detailed-oriented. If you are committed to delivering legal support within a dynamic environment and possess the necessary skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply! Join our team as a Paralegal and contribute your expertise toward advancing our client's organization's objectives efficiently.