JOB: DIRECTOR, IMMIGRATION PROGRAM

Director, Immigration Program


Position Title: Director, Immigration Program

Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt – does not qualify for overtime

Founded in 1991, the Asian American Justice Center (formerly the National Asian Pacific American Legal Consortium) works to advance the human and civil rights of Asian Americans through advocacy, public policy, public education, and litigation. In accomplishing its mission, AAJC focuses its work to Promote Civic Engagement, to Forge Strong and Safe Communities, and to Create an Inclusive Society in communities on a local, regional, and national level. AAJC is one of the nation's leading experts on issues of importance to the Asian American community including: affirmative action, anti-Asian violence prevention/race relations, census, immigrant rights, immigration, language access, and voting rights. AAJC affiliated with the Asian American Institute of Chicago, Asian Pacific American Legal Center of Southern California in Los Angeles and the Asian Law Caucus in San Francisco.

Job duties and responsibilities:

* Plan and implement all activities related to the Immigration Program;
* Build and maintain excellent relationships with relevant Asian American, immigration and immigrant rights coalitions nationally and locally;
* Work with key legislators and executive branch officials in developing fair immigration laws, regulations, guidelines, and policies;
* Monitor and analyze legislations, regulations, and policies and prepare testimony, comments, and other relevant material;
* Provide public policy research and analysis;
* Work with the AAJC media and communications department to develop strategic media plans related to the immigration program;
* Coordinate program planning and implementation with AAJC Affiliates;
* Coordinate with AAJC affiliates to identify areas for potential litigation;
* Develop community education materials; provide technical assistance to community based organizations nationwide; conduct community training, outreach and education; and
* Respond to press inquires and make public speaking appearances as necessary and appropriate.

Supervisory responsibilities: Immigration staff attorneys and interns.

Qualifications:

Knowledge, skills and abilities: Must have the ability to plan, organize, and direct a comprehensive program. Knowledge of immigration issues, particularly as they pertain to Asian Pacific Americans. Understanding of administrative and legislative processes. Strong writing and speaking skills.

Education: J.D. degree from accredited law school and member in good standing with a state bar association; Non-law terminal degrees may be considered.

Experience: This is a senior level position. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of relevant experience. Individuals with the requisite skill set should apply.

To Apply: Interested applicants should send a cover letter explaining your interest, resume, and a short writing sample to:

Vincent A. Eng
Deputy Director
Asian American Justice Center
1140 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20036
veng@advancingequality.org
Faxes accepted at (202) 296-2318
- Phone calls not accepted -

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus full health and dental benefits.