The
Political Asylum Project of Austin (PAPA) is seeking a legal assistant
to assist with Legal Orientation Presentations (LOP) at immigrant
detention centers in Pearsall Texas. The LOP legal assistant will
also spend a portion of their time with data entry and development of
educational materials and will assist with efforts to recruit pro bono
representation.
This position will office in San Antonio and will be required to travel
frequently between San Antonio and Pearsall. Applicants must have prior
experience in immigration law or, hold a Bachelors Degree from an
accredited university, speak and write fluent English and Spanish and
possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Previous
experience with group presentations is also highly desirable.
Salary is based upon prior experience and a full benefits package will
be offered. Submit cover letter, resume, three references and a writing
sample to applypapa@austin.rr.com. EOE. No call please