Legal Assistance & Outreach Coordinator
Job Title: Legal Assistance & Outreach Coordinator
Location: Montrose, Colorado
Reports to: Executive Director
Classification: Full-time, Exempt Position
Organizational Background: The Hispanic Affairs Project’s (HAP) mission is to promote the integration of immigrants into Western Colorado communities through leadership development, advocacy, and the provision of key services. Our vision is for Western Colorado communities to be places where cultural diversity is celebrated and where immigrants actively contribute to change for a more just and equitable society. HAP’s work is focused on three areas:
- Helping individuals and families in need by providing immigration legal services, implementing state programs, and guiding them through local systems and resources.
- Raising awareness through outreach and education to inform communities about available resources, relevant issues, and policies affecting them.
- Engaging the community with opportunities for leadership development, building bridges, and advocating for fair and equitable systems.
Position Description:
The Immigration Legal Assistant (ILA) will conduct outreach and community education about USCIS immigration processes and promote HAP’s immigration legal assistance program. ILA will provide assistance with immigration petition processes within the scope of the partial accreditation authorized by the Office of Legal Access Program (OLAP) and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR). This position requires ongoing immigration law training (as required to apply for and/or maintain accreditation) and staying abreast of current immigration law issues.
Job Responsibilities:
The ILA will be responsible for the following:
- Conduct client intake/consultation to determine eligibility for services and immigration benefits. Screen all clients for grounds of inadmissibility, need for waivers, or criminal/immigration history.
- Manage caseload, oversee related casework, and conduct legal research.
- Represent clients before the USCIS and EOIR.
- Participate in community outreach and educational activities, including legal clinics and outreach meetings regarding changes to immigration law.
- Work closely with our state and national partners who provide supervision to our ILA program.
- Support outreach and education related to ILA and other complementary HAP programs.
- Assist other staff in producing internal and external programs and data-tracking reports.
- Assist with organizational fundraising events.
Education and Experience:
- Two or four-year degree in a related field, paralegal, social work, political science, etc.
- A combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and abilities to perform the duties of this position
- Proficiency in written and spoken English and Spanish is highly desired.
- Ability to work with sensitive, confidential information appropriately.
- Prior knowledge of immigration law is preferred; however, the required training will be provided as necessary.
- Excellent writing skills and the ability to synthesize information from different sources and present it in various written formats and styles for diverse audiences.
- Able to function effectively under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and handle multiple tasks with outstanding organizational skills
- Strong competency in computer and word processing skills using Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and the use of the internet and web-based programs.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
- Demonstrated leadership capability and ability to work well with a wide variety of people
- Willingness to learn new skills, troubleshoot, and problem-solve.
- Must be willing to work long, varied hours, including some weekends, with regular travel across the Western Slope. Personal vehicle and cellular phone required. Work and travel schedules can be flexible to accommodate applicants with families or other personal needs.
HAP is seeking candidates committed to building a more inclusive and equitable community that shares HAP’s commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and justice. We are willing to train the right person who is self-motivated and eager to learn new skills.
Compensation and Benefits: Full-time (40 hours/week) position, salary based on experience. Salary range $47,840–$50,000. Full medical, dental, and vision benefits, 403(b) retirement plan. Paid holidays, sick leave, and personal leave.
To Apply: Submit your letter of interest, resume, and three references in PDF to info@hapgj.org with “HAP Legal Assistance & Outreach Coordinator” in the subject line. Deadline to apply: June 12, 2026.
Visit www.hapgj.org to learn more or email info@hapgj.org with questions.
HAP is an advocate of affirmative action and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, particularly from people of color, women, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants or refugees, people with disabilities, and people from low- or moderate-income backgrounds. HAP does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, age, height, weight, disability status, veteran status, military obligations, marital status, political party affiliation, or on any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal law.