Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Managing Attorney,Director of the Rutgers Immigrant Community Assistance Project (RICAP) (Research Associate) |
| Department |
Sch of Law-Nwk, Dean's Office |
| Salary Details |
$110,000-$120,000 Grant Funded Offer and employment is contingent upon the availability of funding and/or program needs. |
| Offer Information |
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
| Benefits |
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
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| Posting Summary |
RUTGERS
LAW
SCHOOL invites applications for the Managing Attorney/Director of the Rutgers Immigrant Community Assistance Project (
RICAP).
RICAP is Rutgers' nationally recognized and model program, providing consultation and legal representation to Rutgers' immigrant and international students, as well as information and outreach to the entire Rutgers community. As such, the responsibilities of the Managing Attorney will be to: provide consultations and representation to Rutgers' immigrant and international students, conduct regular training sessions to Rutgers' students, faculty, administrators, and staff, oversee the administration of the
RICAP project, and supervise RICAP's full-time paralegal and rapid response attorney. |
| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Posting Number |
25FA1092 |
| Posting Open Date |
10/14/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
12/15/2025 |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
The Managing Attorney must be an experienced immigration attorney with a minimum of three years of experience in immigration law practice.
Experience representing youths or young adults, as well as supervising attorneys or paralegals, is preferred.
The Managing Attorney can be based in Newark or Camden, New Jersey. |
| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
At least three years' experience in immigration law.
Excellent oral and written communication
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| Preferred Qualifications |
-Experience representing youths or young adults
-Experience supervising attorneys or paralegals.
-A license to practice law in New Jersey
-Fluency in both English and Spanish
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| Equipment Utilized |
Must have a valid driver's license. |
| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
Must be willing to travel regularly between the Camden and Newark campuses. Additional travel may be necessary. |
| Overview |
Under the supervision of faculty, this position will be responsible for organizational and strategic planning of the Rutgers Immigrant Community Assistance Program.
- Legal representation of Rutgers' students
- Consultation withRutgers' students
-Supervise Rapid Response Attorney and Paralegal
- Additional administrative responsibilities
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| Statement |
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Posting Details
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link to Posting |
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/262758 |
| Campus |
Rutgers University-Newark |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University-Camden |
| City |
Newark and Camden |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
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life insurance, employee discount
Nov 06, 2025