Economic Justice Researcher

Organization: New Mexico Immigrant Law Center

Location:  625 Silver Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

SUMMARY:
This is a part-time work study position in which you will gain experience working at a nonprofit legal organization. One of NMILC’s services is educating the community, including individuals, partner organizations and others, about economic opportunities. In this position, you will receive guidance and mentorship to research and write memoranda about immigrant entrepreneurship and professional licensing opportunities. You will provide administrative support to NMILC staff and volunteers at economic justice workshops and provide support to our staff in managing administrative tasks around the office, including calling clients, organizing client files, and inputting data into our online case management database.

WHO WE ARE:
New Mexico Immigrant Law Center (NMILC) is a social justice organization that provides collaborative legal services, advocacy, and education opportunities for low-income immigrants in the state. Since its founding in 2010, NMILC has provided direct legal representation to more than 10,000 immigrants. NMILC’s model focuses on establishing relationships with local, state and national organizations and governmental institutions to expand access to legal services to historically marginalized immigrant communities

RESPONSIBILITIES:
●Research and write memoranda
●Accurately file both digital and paper client case files
●Assist with workshops as needed
●Input client data into our online case management database
Assist with administrative projects as they arise

SCHEDULE:
Options run from Mondays – Fridays, 9am-1pm and 1pm-5pm.
Minimum of 8 hours per week in-person at our downtown office, preferably in blocks of 4 hours per day. If you are not available for the minimum amount of time you may be considered, but priority is given to those who can commit to the above schedule.

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Eligible for work study at UNM
Preference for bilingual, English/Spanish
High school diploma
Excellent communication skills; ability to organize information in a clear and concise manner
Multi-cultural experience; compassion and patience with a wide variety of individuals
Basic computer competency in MS Office and Windows
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
At least one year of undergraduate college or university education completed
Knowledge of local community resources and organizations is a plus
Knowledge of and enjoyment for research and writing

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The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.