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  • Immigration Attorney
    Immigration Attorney
    28 days ago
    Part-time
    Jamaica, Queens

    Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced immigration attorney to assist on a per-case basis with asylum and removal defense matters. This is a flexible, part-time role for an attorney comfortable handling cases before the Immigration Court and federal filings where needed. Our office handles client intake, initial screening, and administrative coordination. We are looking for an attorney to step in on legal strategy, filings, and court appearances as needed. Duties: • Handle asylum cases from preparation through adjudication, • Appear for Master Calendar and Individual Hearings before EOIR, • Review and file defensive asylum applications (Form I-589) and supporting evidence, • Draft legal briefs, motions, and supporting documentation, • Handle or assist with habeas corpus petitions in federal court (as applicable), • Advise on deportation defense strategy and case posture, • Requirements, • Licensed attorney in good standing in any U.S. jurisdiction, • Demonstrated experience with asylum and removal defense cases, • Comfortable appearing in Immigration Court (EOIR), • Experience with motions practice and legal writing, • Familiarity with federal court filings (habeas petitions preferred but not required), • Ability to work independently and manage deadlines Compensation: Compensation is provided on a per-case basis and varies depending on the scope and complexity of each matter. Work Structure: Flexible, part-time, per-case arrangement hybrid work, with court appearances as needed Cases assigned on an ongoing basis Work Location: Hybrid remote in Jamaica, NY 11434

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  • Housing Services Program Associate
    Housing Services Program Associate
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Habitat for Humanity NYC and Westchester County is seeking a Housing Services Program Associate to assist with and expand the Homeownership programs within the Housing Department. The Associate will report to the Director of Housing Services (Director). The Associate will provide technical assistance, training, education, and pre- and post-purchase services to Habitat homebuyers, homeowners, and preservation homebuyers and homeowners in addition to being actively involved in the Housing Department as a whole and developing and improving policies and procedures within the organization. Responsibilities Overall Provide weekly reporting to supervisor and the Housing department. Work closely with the Housing Services team to continue to maintain the department’s client management system in HomeKeeper to meet all program needs. Provide monthly impact tracking for department programs and support quarterly management reporting for the organization. Homebuyer Program Assist the Director of Housing Services with new development and Post Purchase site visits, including showing units to prospective buyers, conducting final walkthroughs, and providing access for appraisals as needed. Coordinate completion of all punch list items with the Construction team prior to closings. Communicate with new buyers to track and ensure completion of the Homebuyers Program requirements prior to closing (i.e. Letters of Interest, sweat equity, education, savings plans, marketing meeting, etc.). Facilitate Homebuyer Education and assist with the creation of new education sessions as needed. Assist with filing and updating homebuyer and homeowner records in HomeKeeper. On a weekly basis, check and respond to department outreach via the Post Purchase and Preservation Communicate with new owners to ensure they are set up for success; this includes but is not limited to handing over warranty materials, building manuals, neighborhood resources, and other best practices dependent upon the type of unit purchased. Assist the Director and Housing Preservation Programs Manager (Manager) in monitoring, compliance, and foreclosure prevention services for Habitat NYC and Westchester single-family homeowners and multifamily developments. Attend meetings, conduct trainings, or other activities in-person or virtually with shareholders and tenants, as appropriate. Provide 1:1 assistance to homeowners in our portfolio who want to begin the resale process; including but not limited to requesting payoff letters, providing information on subsidy sources, and working with management companies on co-op policies and procedures. Assist with coordination of warranty management and repair requests of housing units in partnership with the Real Estate Development & Construction staff. Work with Director and Manager to host the Homeowner Help Desk series, which includes trainings on property tax * benefits and assessments, and asset management for homeowners. Assist with outreach/tabling events for all Programs, as needed. Perform other tasks as required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Demonstrated interest in affordable housing including but not limited to community/tenant organizing, asset management, post purchase, technical assistance, foreclosure prevention, and/or community land trusts; Demonstrated interest working in diverse, immigrant communities including multi-ethnic and multi- generational communities Skills Required Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good computer literacy skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and Adobe Acrobat. Database and Client Management Systems knowledge preferred, such as Salesforce. Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks; ability to work independently, and as part of a team; Ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines; Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred Public speaking Company address: New York Habitat VLF, Inc. 31 W 34th St Ste 8144. New York, NY

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  • Executive Assistant
    Executive Assistant
    2 months ago
    $95000–$100000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    About the Vilcek Foundation What We Do The Vilcek Foundation raises awareness of immigrant contributions in the United States and fosters appreciation of the arts and sciences. Who We Are The Vilcek Foundation was established in 2000 to amplify the diverse ways immigrants and cultural leaders enrich artistic and scientific communities in the United States. Since its formation, the foundation has awarded over $17 million in prizes and grants to foreign-born individuals and like-minded organizations committed to progressing our society. Responsibilities The Executive Assistant will provide high-level administrative support to the Vilcek Foundation President. Administrative Support for the President • Provide high-level administrative support to Vilcek Foundation President by managing complex schedules, meetings, files, and records., • Proactively manage and maintain contacts, take and respond to phone messages, and read and respond to email as needed., • Maintain confidential and mission-critical records and files, including founding documents, accounting, and fiscal records., • Schedule and confirm high-priority meetings, appointments, and travel for senior management., • Prepare executive-level presentations and printed materials, and conduct research to prepare for meetings with Vilcek Foundation affiliates., • Plan and manage regularly scheduled staff meeting agendas., • Coordinate travel, including schedules, itineraries, and accommodations for Vilcek Foundation executive staff., • Assist with drafting formal correspondence and copyediting as needed., • Assist with board meetings, including presentations, agendas, fiscal reporting, and meeting minutes. General Administrative, Programmatic, and Facility Support: • Provide administrative support for all Foundation initiatives, including art collections, prizes, exhibitions, grants, and events., • Maintain a neat and orderly third-floor supply room and fourth-floor supply closet weekly. Inform the Registrar and Manager of Collections, Exhibitions, and Facilities when a reorder of office supplies, stamps/postage, and other office materials is needed., • Assist with writing, research, correspondence, purchasing, facilities management, and facilities upkeep as required., • Assist with facility vendor oversight as directed by the Registrar and Manager of Collections, Exhibitions, and Facilities., • Manage and maintain database and contact systems, with responsibility for high-level individual and organizational records, and preparation of strategic mailing, invitation, and guest lists., • Maintain expense and budget reports., • Coordinate and help oversee distribution of executive campaign materials, including press releases, letters, catalogues, cards, and other campaigns., • Provide support for Foundation events as needed. Other General Requirements: • All staff members are expected to provide general support to the President as needed., • All staff members are expected to help greet visitors as needed., • All staff members are expected to ensure that all correspondence sent from the Foundation is handled in a professional and accurate manner., • All staff members are expected to perform additional duties as assigned., • Maintaining a convivial atmosphere and cooperative spirit at the workplace is highly desirable., • All staff members are expected to maintain up-to-date contact and organizational records in Salesforce. Physical Requirements This position is primarily a sedentary role. However, the person in this position may need to occasionally move about inside the office to liaise with staff, access files, and restock office equipment as needed. The Vilcek Foundation is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its programs, and operations. As part of this commitment, the foundation will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Skills and Requirements • Bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress) in a related field, or four years of relevant experience., • Authorization to work in the United States., • Availability to work on-site, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., • A minimum of five years of experience supporting an Executive Director, CEO, President, or other senior executive, with 6-7 Years preferred., • Excellent oral and written communication skills., • Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail., • Strong project management experience., • Ability to work effectively with a variety of personalities and situations, including managing challenging or sensitive interactions with professionalism and tact., • Superior interpersonal skills, a courteous and professional manner, and comfort interfacing with the public., • Demonstrated self-motivation, comfort with ambiguity, and competence to work with limited direction., • Flexibility and willingness to work beyond working hours for events, or otherwise required., • Detailed knowledge of computers and facilities with applications such as Mac computers, iPhones and iPads, Google Calendar, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides), Dropbox, Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel), Salesforce, Internet navigation/search functions, and calendar and database programs is essential., • Enthusiasm for the Vilcek Foundation’s mission., • Willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities. The Vilcek Foundation reserves the right to change job descriptions. While this job description is intended to include essential duties, it is conceivable that job duties may change before the job description is officially revised. Our Benefits • Employer-paid health insurance, • Dental & Vision Reimbursement Plan, • Flexible Spending Account, • Tuition & Student Loan Reimbursement, • 401k and Employer Match, • Generous Vacation, • Free lunch on Friday, • Life Insurance, • Paid Holidays, • Professional Development

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