NHIVP Program Associate (New Hampshire Immigrant Visitation Program)

General Summary Of Position

The New Hampshire Immigrant Visitation Program (NHIVP) Program Associate will support the implementation of a weekly visitation program for detained immigrants at the Strafford County jail in Dover, NH. NHIVP, which has been in operation since February 2014, is a joint program of the American Friends Service Committee’s NH Program and the NH Conference United Church of Christ Immigrant and Refugee Support Group.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Maintain roster of current and former volunteers; oversee volunteer scheduling; communicate with prospective volunteers and share application materials; schedule volunteer interviews; manage communication with key staff at Strafford County Department of Corrections (SCDOC).
• Work with NHIVP leadership team to create agenda for monthly and quarterly volunteer meetings; gather resources to share and arrange for presentations on key topics of interest/concern/need for visitors.
• Forward requests for phone/commissary funds as well as requests for bond funds and legal funds to IRSG.
• Regularly update NHIVP resource lists (attorneys, interpreters, translators, supportive services, financial assistance) for use by visitors.
• Manage and supplement NHIVP resource archive. Assist with research requests.
• Maintain notes files, format for weekly distribution to visitors, update weekly to reflect transfers, releases, and removals.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are required. Operates safely in all conditions and follows policies and procedures.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Supervisory / Management Requirements

NA

Minimum Experience And Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years experience in immigration issues and understanding of immigrant detention required.
• Additional experience in working with immigrant communities and/or immigrant solidarity/support groups preferred.
• Ability to work evenings and/or weekends and to travel, as needed.
• Ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment.
• Experience with standard Microsoft Office and related technology.
• Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Understanding of and commitment to the principles, concerns, and considerations, of AFSC in regard to issues of race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender and sexual orientation, and disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with diverse staff.
• Commitment to Quaker values and testimonies.
• Understanding of and compatibility with the principles and philosophy of the American Friends Service Committee including non-violence and the belief in the intrinsic worth of every individual.
• Understanding of and compatibility with the principles and philosophy of the American Friends Service Committee including non-violence and the belief in the intrinsic worth of every individual.
• Ability to organize, plan ahead and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Compensation

• The AFSC offers a competitive Total Rewards package.
• This position is Salary Family: Program Job Code Program Associate Hourly.
• Minimum Starting Hourly Rate $29.67.
• There are no medical, dental, or life insurance benefits, short-term or long-term insurance benefits with this position.
• AFSC does participate in unemployment, worker’s compensation, and social security.

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The American Friends Service Committee is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity within our organization. Qualified persons are encouraged to apply regardless of their religious affiliation, race, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability.

Union Representation

AFSC’s Central Office and some of its offices in the U.S. are unionized workplaces.

Smoke-Free Workplace

The American Friends Service Committee is a smoke-free workplace.