About California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation (CRLAF):

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 1981 based in Sacramento, with satellite offices throughout the state. CRLAF's mission is to achieve social justice and equity in partnership with farmworkers and the underserved in rural communities through community, legal, and legislative advocacy. Our goal is to help the rural poor improve their economic, social, and political conditions and become more civically engaged in their communities. We provide community outreach and education, legal services, and public policy advocacy on issues important to rural communities. We work in the areas of immigration and citizenship, labor and employment, housing, education, health, workplace safety, and environmental justice.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, color, religion, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, nationality, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We believe everyone has something important to contribute. Respecting individual differences is an integral part of our culture and we endeavor to make our differences work for us to achieve our mission.

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Temporary COVID-19 Remote Work: 

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, CRLAF team members are primarily working remotely and under detailed health and safety protocols to minimize risk of exposure. Though reopening our local offices is an evolving plan, we anticipate remaining mostly remote throughout much of 2023. All employees are expected to be available to travel to CRLAF offices and service locations as needed and in compliance with public health advisories.

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

 

CRLAF seeks a Program Administrative Assistant to join our Immigration Unit

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Position: Program Administrative Assistant (full-time, non-exempt position)

Location: Sacramento, California

Position Start Date: Immediately

CRLAF is hiring for an Immigration Program Administrative Assistant in its Sacramento office who will provide administrative assistance to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of its legal services delivery. We are looking for a candidate with a demonstrated commitment to serving immigrant or marginalized populations or experience working with low-income families.
 

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to CRLAF staff and clients

• Manage communications with clients and CRLAF staff, which will include answering telephones, returning phone calls, and processing mail

• Assist with updating and maintaining records in client management database

• Perform administrative duties such as responding to intake inquiries, scheduling appointments, and making appropriate referrals to other nonprofit organizations and attorneys

• Work collaboratively with CRLAF employees, interns, and volunteers

• Assist with other administrative and development work of the organization

 

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and the empowerment of immigrant communities

• Fluency in Spanish

• Experience working with low-income, non-English speaking families

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Drive (Docs, Spreadsheets), electronic spreadsheets, and basic computer file management skills

• Previous experience working with sensitive, private, or confidential client information or documents highly preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task or prioritize assignments

• Ability to work in a team-focused and multicultural work environment

Compensation:

Compensation is between $38,750 and $45,000 annually, based on related experience. Generous benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and 401(k).

Application Information:

If interested, please email cover letter, resume, and a list of 3 professional references to jobs@crlaf.org. Please address cover letter to “Hiring Committee” and write “Immigration Program Administrative Assistant” in the email subject line. Applications will be reviewed and accepted until the position is filled.

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

 

OUTREACH ADVOCATE

 

CRLAF seeks two Outreach Advocates to engage our rural immigrant communities

 

Position: Outreach Advocate

Location: Sacramento/San Joaquin counties and Madera/Merced counties

Position Start & End Date: Starts immediately and will terminate on May 31, 2024

 

California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation (CRLAF) seeks:

• one FT to serve Sacramento and San Joaquin counties 

• one FT Outreach Advocate for Madera and Merced

 

Outreach Advocates should be organized, self-starters with a demonstrated commitment to social and immigrant justice to work with our team. Outreach Advocates will provide outreach and education and connect rural immigrant communities most impacted by Northern California’s winter storms to information and lifeline services.

 

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Will conduct outreach through workplace, neighborhood, and door-to-door canvassing among rural, migrant, and immigrant communities in the dedicated project region/s, promoting the availability of storm assistance services

• Track all outreach activities and events after each interaction

• Will perform initial assessments and refer individuals to our Administrative Assistants for an in-depth eligibility review for financial assistance

• Will work collaboratively with Administrative staff to ensure the collection and maintenance of clean data both for reporting purposes and future advocacy efforts

• Will help organize and host outreach events, and lead mini Know Your Rights (KYR) trainings on topics such as: emergency and disaster relief, preparedness, and recovery, COVID-19; health care and services; federal, state and local health care and public benefits; housing rights; federal and state stimulus payments and tax credits; and employment law

• Maintain and create relationships, and collaborate with state, local, low-income rural-serving, faith-based organizations and other local providers serving our shared client base

 

Requirements:

• Fluency in Spanish or locally spoken indigenous language 

• 2+ years of community outreach, organizing, or equivalent experience

• Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds

• Ability to travel within Madera, Merced, Sacramento, and San Joaquin counties, and work long hours and weekends when necessary

• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and the empowerment of immigrant communities

• Comfortable speaking in front of groups

 

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of online interactive platforms, including but not limited to: WhatsApp, Zoom, Google Meets, Facebook, texting platforms and email systems

• Experience working with low-income, immigrant, migrant, farmworker, non-English speaking families, and ability to engage people from all backgrounds with both patience and sensitivity when listening to clients’ stories

• Experience working with confidential or privileged information

• Background or outreach work experience with community-based organizations in rural California, especially those involved with farmworkers

Compensation:

Compensation is between $42,300 and $49,800 annually, based on related experience. Generous benefits package for full-time staff includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and 401(k).

 

Application Information: 

If interested, please email cover letter (listing which position and geography you’re applying for), resume, and a list of 3 professional references to jobs@crlaf.org. Please address cover letter to “Hiring Committee” and write “Outreach Advocate-SAI” in the email subject line. Applications will be reviewed and accepted until the position is filled.

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

 

PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR

 

CRLAF seeks two Project Administrators to join our Sustainable Rural Communities Project

 

Position: Project Administrator

Location: Sacramento/San Joaquin counties and Madera/Merced counties

Position Start & End Date: Starts immediately and will terminate on May 31, 2024

 

California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation (CRLAF) seeks:

• one FT Project Administrator to serve Sacramento and San Joaquin counties

• one FT Project Administrator for Madera and Merced 

 

Project Administrators should be organized self-starters, and team players, for a project distributing financial assistance to immigrants most impacted by Northern California’s winter storms, who are ineligible for federal funding. Project Administrators will work with Outreach Advocates and Administrative Assistants to compile and organize outreach data, and oversee case management and reporting requirements.

 

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Will help set up and implement a specialized case management system to perform intakes across all project geographic areas

• Will work with project staff to compile, organize, and manage data

• Will work with project staff to complete narrative and quantitative data reporting 

• May complete other organizational tasks as necessary 

 

Requirements:

• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and the empowerment of immigrant communities

• Fluency in Spanish or locally spoken indigenous language 

• Bachelor’s Degree or comparable experience 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Drive (Docs, Spreadsheets), electronic spreadsheets, and basic computer file management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask or prioritize assignments

 

Qualifications:

• Experience working with low-income, immigrant, migrant, farmworker, and non-English speaking families, and ability to work in a team-focused and multicultural work environment 

• Experience working with sensitive, private, or confidential customer/client information or documents highly preferred

 

Compensation:

Compensation is between $45,100 and $51,850 annually, based on related experience. Generous benefits package for full-time staff includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and 401(k).

 

Application Information:

If interested, please email cover letter (listing which position and geography you’re applying for), resume, and a list of 3 professional references to jobs@crlaf.org. Please address cover letter to “Hiring Committee” and write “Project Administrator-SAI” in the email subject line. Applications will be reviewed and accepted until the position is filled.

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

 

CRLAF seeks three Administrative Assistants to join our Sustainable Rural Communities Project

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Position: Administrative Assistant

Location: Sacramento/San Joaquin counties and Madera/Merced counties

Position Start & End Date: Starts immediately and will terminate on May 31, 2024

California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation (CRLAF) seeks:

• one FT Administrative Assistant to serve Sacramento 

• one PT Administrative Assistant for San Joaquin

• one FT Administrative Assistant for Madera and Merced counties 

 

Administrative Assistants will take part in a project distributing financial assistance among immigrants most impacted by the winter storms, who are ineligible for federal funding. Administrative Assistants will complete intakes assessing individuals’ eligibility for assistance, to ensure the equitable distribution of economic recovery efforts.
 

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Will screen, conduct intakes utilizing an in-depth case management system, and connect community members to resources in the dedicated service area/s

• Will regularly update and maintain records in case management database

• May connect individuals to other social safety net programs and legal services as needed, including scheduling follow-up consultations with CRLAF attorneys or outside partners

• Will work with CDSS and CRLAF project staff to distribute financial aid to individuals and families

• May assist with other administrative and development work of the organization, such as answering telephones, returning phone calls, and processing mail

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Requirements: 

• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and the empowerment of immigrant communities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Drive (Docs, Spreadsheets), electronic spreadsheets, and basic computer file management skills

• Fluency in Spanish or locally spoken indigenous language 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask or prioritize assignments

• Ability to work long hours and weekends when necessary

 

Qualifications:

• Experience working with low-income, non-English speaking families, and ability to work in a team-focused and multicultural work environment

• Experience working with sensitive, private, or confidential client information or documents highly preferred

Compensation:

Compensation is between $40,000 and $45,000 annually, based on related experience. Generous benefits package for full-time staff includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and 401(k).

Application Information:

If interested, please email cover letter (listing which position and geography you’re applying for), resume, and a list of 3 professional references to jobs@crlaf.org. Please address cover letter to “Hiring Committee” and write “Administrative Assistant-SAI” in the email subject line. Applications will be reviewed and accepted until the position is filled.