Location: Phoenix, AZ, USAType: Full-timePosted: YesterdayJob Requisition ID: JR00001905 The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization that responds to the world’s worst crises, helping to restore health, safety, and economic wellbeing to those affected by conflict and disaster. IRC operates in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, delivering essential services and creating lasting impact for communities. Job Overview IRC’s Immigration Legal Services program assists over 14,000 individuals annually, providing vital legal representation and advice. This position supports legal practitioners in helping immigrants navigate the complex U.S. immigration system, including naturalization, family-based petitions, adjustments of status, and affirmative asylum. The role also involves conducting community-based workshops and supporting refugees and others with immigration services. Staff hired for this position will work towards DOJ (Department of Justice) accreditation, with support from IRC’s Immigration Technical Unit. Major Responsibilities Client Support: Assist clients in understanding their immigration benefits, gather necessary documents, and help with application completion. Case Management: Respond to client inquiries, monitor case statuses with USCIS and DOS, and prepare responses to requests for evidence. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date files, enter required data, and generate case reports. Community Outreach: Engage with clients and the community, including organizing legal events, outreach activities, and group processing events. Confidentiality & Compliance: Uphold client confidentiality and follow IRC’s ethical guidelines, including immigration program policies. DOJ Accreditation: Pursue DOJ accreditation by completing required training and certifications. Job Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Experience: At least one year in immigration services or related work. Skills: Ability to work effectively with multi-cultural and Limited English Proficient (LEP) populations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and online immigration software. Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal. Demonstrated commitment to immigrant rights, social justice, or human rights. License/Certifications: Valid driver’s license and eligibility for fingerprint clearance in accordance with Arizona state law. Preferred Skills Proficiency in Spanish, Dari, Pashto, and/or Farsi. Previous experience with immigration legal services or social services. Familiarity with immigration software and data management. Experience in community-based outreach and immigrant rights advocacy. Work Environment Location: Standard office environment with occasional community outreach and legal assistance events. Hours: May require some weekend or evening work. Compensation and Benefits Pay Range: $20.16 per hour (for U.S.-based candidates). Benefits: Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid sick days, holidays, and time off (up to 25 days per year). FSA for healthcare and commuter costs. 403(b) retirement savings plan with matching. Disability & life insurance and Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Equal Opportunity Employer IRC is committed to equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applicants regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. How to Apply Submit your application to IRC’s Career Portal by following the instructions provided. The IRC recruitment process includes multiple interview stages, including assessments for role-specific expertise. For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization seeking offering the vacant position. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.