UCD Immigration Law Clinic - Staff Attorney (STDT LEGAL SVC ADVISOR 3)

Job Summary Under general direction, work collaboratively with the UC Davis Immigration Law Clinic attorneys and staff to provide legal assistance and representation to noncitizens, including those in detention facilities. Perform review, research, and analysis on immigration issues, including constitutional issues related to the rights of immigrants, detained and not detained. Conduct legal screening consultations to determine eligibility for affirmative and defensive immigration relief. Represent clients at administrative proceedings and engage in administrative advocacy. Represent children in Special Immigrant Juvenile Status proceedings in California state court and before USCIS. Research immigration consequences of certain criminal offenses, identify forms of relief for noncitizen defendants, aid the client in collecting evidence for deportation defense, and assist with immigration forms required to assert an immigration defense. Develop "Know Your Rights" materials for noncitizen defendants and present informational sessions when needed. Maintain up-to-date notes and records for internal and external reports. Collaborate with a broad spectrum of individuals and advocates on campaigns, media advocacy, and policy changes, including medical and mental health professionals and child advocates. Keep up to date on changes to immigration policies. Design and present community education trainings; research and draft comment letters to administrative agencies and local governments on issues affecting policy-relevant research, education, and public programming. Position will focus on clients in Sacramento, Solano, and Yolo Counties. Apply By Date July 20, 2026 at 11:59pm Minimum Qualifications JD from an ABA‑accredited law school; admission and good standing in the California Bar. Admitted to or eligible for admission to federal courts. Two+ years of experience with Immigration Law, or with federal, state or municipal government or criminal law. Experience interpreting, analyzing, and summarizing legal statutes, regulations, case law, documents, policies, and procedures; proficiency using legal research tools and services (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law). Experience in trauma‑informed lawyering. Record of cultural responsiveness and cross‑cultural communication skills. Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively and multi‑task. Excellent organizational skills with ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline‑oriented environment. Ability to prioritize tasks. Experience working successfully and communicating in hybrid and/or remote environments. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with faculty members, high‑level administrators, and professionals in the immigration law community. Experience working with low‑income immigrants and communicating with diverse groups. Some knowledge of immigration law, including DALE, Asylum, U or T visas, a plus. Spanish‑language skills (speaking, reading, writing) highly preferred. Knowledge of UC Davis Law School and the Immigration Law Clinic. Spanish language proficiency. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Key Responsibilities 85% – Research, Analysis & Legal Representation 15% – Outreach and Campus Activities Department Overview The UC Davis School of Law is consistently ranked among the premier law schools in the United States for faculty and student quality and diversity. The school offers a full‑time JD program, an LL.M. program, and certificates in Public Service Law, Business Law, Criminal Law, Environmental Law, Immigration Law, Intellectual Property Law, and Tax Law, as well as joint degree programs. The UC Davis Immigration Law Clinic partners with community service organizations to defend the rights of noncitizens and prevent family separation and prolonged detention of immigrant children and adults. The Staff Attorney should have experience working with not‑detained and detained immigrants, the intersection of criminal law and immigration law, and constitutional law. Position Information Salary or Pay Range: $102,400.00/yr. – $202,400.00/yr. Salary Frequency: Annual Salary Grade: Grade 25 UC Job Title: STDT LEGAL SVC ADVISOR 3 UC Job Code: 000558 Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Staff – Contract (1 year with possibility of renewal) Percentage of Time: 100% Shift (Work Schedule): Monday – Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM Location: Davis, CA Union Representation: 99 – Non‑Represented (PPSM) Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is hybrid (mix of on‑site and remote work) Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to support your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Benefits include high‑quality and low‑cost medical plans, dental and vision insurance premiums paid for you and your family, extensive leave benefits, paid holidays, paid time off, continuing education allowance, professional development courses, wellness programs, an on‑site Employee Assistance Program, supplemental insurance offerings, public service loan forgiveness, and retirement benefit options for eligible roles. High quality and low‑cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources On‑site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans Physical Demands Standing – Occasional up to 3 hours Walking – Occasional up to 3 hours Sitting – Frequent 3 to 6 hours Lifting/Carrying 0‑25 lbs – Occasional up to 3 hours Lifting/Carrying 26‑50 lbs – Never 0 hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs – Never 0 hours Pushing/Pulling 0‑25 lbs – Occasional up to 3 hours Pushing/Pulling 26‑50 lbs – Never 0 hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs – Never 0 hours Bending/Stooping – Occasional up to 3 hours Squatting/Kneeling – Occasional up to 3 hours Twisting – Occasional up to 3 hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – Never 0 hours Reaching overhead – Occasional up to 3 hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion – Frequent 3 to 6 hours Environmental Demands Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes – Never 0 hours Loud noise levels – Never 0 hours Marked changes in humidity or temperature – Never 0 hours Microwave/Radiation – Never 0 hours Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment – Never 0 hours Extreme Temperatures – Never 0 hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations – Never 0 hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration – Frequent 3 to 6 hours Complex problem solving/reasoning – Occasional up to 3 hours Ability to organize & prioritize – Frequent 3 to 6 hours Communication skills – Frequent 3 to 6 hours Numerical skills – Occasional up to 3 hours Constant Interaction – Frequent 3 to 6 hours Customer/Patient Contact – Frequent 3 to 6 hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks – Frequent 3 to 6 hours Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. This is a full‑time position, based at UC Davis. Hybrid schedules for this position are negotiable. Special Requirements This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. 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