Immigration Services (City of San Antonio)

Immigration Services (City of San Antonio) is sponsored by City of San Antonio. Provides support to immigrant-serving organizations that help non-citizens with services in San Antonio. Focuses on navigation and case management, direct financial assistance to families in crisis, and connecting non-citizens with public benefits enrollment and legal services.

$70,168. 02 - $119,285. 66 Annually 100 MILITARY PLAZA, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78205, TX 11/7/2017 11:59 PM Central $70,168.

02 - $119,285. 66 Annually 100 MILITARY PLAZA, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78205, TX 11/7/2017 11:59 PM Central Under administrative direction, is responsible for planning, directing, and managing the City of San Antonio immigrant and refugee integration work.

This position will be responsible for creating an infrastructure that will improve access to city and community services, promote community information, education, civic participation, and support city departments in developing the capacity to interact, communicate, and serve the San Antonio immigrant and refugee community. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason. Serves as the City Liaison between the City of San Antonio, immigrant and refugee community, immigrant stakeholder groups, faith based community, city departments, and local, state and federal agencies.

Leverages the work of local nonprofits and faith based community to develop a strong network of services and information for the immigrant and refugee community. Develops and implements an annual work plan in coordination with stakeholder community to develop a strong network to provide information to immigrant community and access to city and non-city services.

Recognizes the contribution of immigrant and refugees to the San Antonio community. Facilitates integration of immigrants and refugees living in the City by educating them about their rights and responsibilities, as well as services provided and administered by the City of San Antonio, non-profits, stakeholder groups, and faith based community.

Tracks and develops legislative agendas on immigrant affairs, develops municipal policy and or initiatives. Assists in developing and coordinating initiatives with City departments and community that improve the quality of life of immigrants and refugees. Coordinates studies and analysis of the economic contributions of the immigrant community to the San Antonio economy.

Conducts a wide range of strategic research and provides data, statistics, or other information related to immigration work. Manages the City of San Antonio Legal Service Provider contracts related to immigration. Presents information to City Council at public meetings, boards and commissions, neighborhood meetings, and stakeholder groups on immigration topics as needed.

Performs related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required. L. L.

B. or J. D.

Degree from an accredited school of law, licensed in any jurisdiction and in good standing to practice with a minimum of two (2) years of immigration law experience. OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of five (5) years of immigration policy experience with a thorough understanding of the national, state, and local immigration climate. Bilingual (English/Spanish).

This position requires a valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License OR valid driver's license from another state with the ability to obtain a valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Use of your own personal vehicle may at time be required and proof of Liability Insurance will be required.

Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.

Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Municipal Government experience in a similar position.

Master's Degree from an accredited college of university. If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.

One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university. Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Physical requirements include occasional lifting/carrying of 5 pounds; visual acuity, speech, and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, reaching, walking, twisting, and kneeling to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are primarily inside an office or courtroom environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of pertinent immigration Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, statutes, and regulations. Knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs. Skill in delivering excellent customer service and conflict resolution.

Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs. Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate staff. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priority.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and officials, other government officials, community groups, the general public, and media representatives. Ability to perform all the physical, intellectual, and analytical requirements of the position including decision making.

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aspx Human Resources Department San Antonio, Texas, 78205 Immigration Liaison Supplemental Questionnaire Do you have a L. L. B.

or J. D. Degree from an accredited school of law?

Are you licensed in any jurisdiction and in good standing to practice law? How many years of immigration law experience do you have? I do not have experience.

What best describes your highest level of education?

High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Master's Degree from an accredited college or university PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university How many years of immigration policy experience with a thorough understanding of the national, state, and local immigration climate do you have?

I do not have experience. Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? Do you have a valid Driver's License?

I understand for this position I must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.

Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions. Are you a current regular full time CoSA employee?

How would you rate your ability to speak Spanish? How would you rate your ability to read Spanish? How would you rate your ability to write Spanish?

Select the following you have experience working with: Faith Base Community Groups How many presentations do you typically deliver in one (1) year? Describe your training and experience related to researching, compiling, and analyzing data for a program, policy or regulation.

Give a specific example of an analysis you presented to decision makers, what recommendation you made, whether your recommendation was adopted, and how it was implemented. If you do not have experience, answer "n/a". Please share with us your experience and provide examples and your role in managing immigrant and refugee integration programs to include coordination with stakeholder groups, faith based community and government agencies.

If you do not have experience, answer "n/a". Please describe your immigration legal or policy experience. If you do not have experience, answer "n/a".

I UNDERSTAND that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.