Legal Administrative Assistant - San Marcos

San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program, Inc.; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K retirement plan

Paid leave & holidays

Job summary

San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program, Inc. (SDVLP) is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support the North County Family Justice Center in San Marcos. This full-time, in-office role focuses on intake, client services, and coordinating volunteers to assist victims of abuse.

The position requires bilingual English/Spanish skills, a minimum of 6 months of general office experience, and an Associate degree. Join a mission-driven team serving San Diegans in need.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English required.
• At least 6 months of general office administration experience required.
• Associate degree or equivalent.
• Strong word processing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Screen applicants to determine eligibility for services and conduct intake of new clients.
• Maintain accurate program records and client/volunteer information to support operations.
• Coordinate volunteer schedules and assist in recruiting/training volunteers.
• Support scheduling of presentations and trainings and provide coverage at SDVLP locations as needed.
• Translate/interprete for clients when appropriate; travel to/from court for filings as required.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:Established in 1983, San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program, Inc. (SDVLP) is the oldest and most comprehensive pro bono legal services program in San Diego County. SDVLP’s mission is to provide equal access to the justice system by serving as a bridge between indigent and other disadvantaged people in San Diego County and the volunteer lawyers who are willing to donate their time and resources. Our team of talented and passionate employees is collegial, supportive, and committed to providing top-quality legal services to indigent, vulnerable San Diegans.OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY:The Legal Administrative Assistant will support the work of the Staff Attorney at the North County Family Justice Center (FJC) in San Marcos by providing legal services to victims of abuse.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:The Legal Administrative Assistant will be responsible for:Screening applicants to determine eligibility for services and conducting intake of new clients;Assisting in providing client services;Maintain accurate program records, including client and volunteer information, to support operational processes, reporting, and other administrative needs;Collaborating with Family Justice Center staff to effectively coordinate legal services;Maintaining client files and creating forms and documents;Coordinating volunteer schedules;Assisting in the recruitment and training of volunteers;Assisting in the scheduling of presentations and trainings;Providing coverage and support at various SDVLP locations across San Diego County based on organizational and operational needs;Translating/interpreting for clients, as appropriate;Traveling to/from court for filing legal documents, delivery to the Sheriffs for service, and returning documents to the legal clinic; andEngaging in other tasks and projects as needed to further SDVLP’s mission.Fluency (written and verbal) in Spanish and English required;Strong Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills required;At least 6 months of general office administration experience required; andMust have dependable transportation, and a clean driving record. Valid driver’s license with proof of insurance is required; andAssociate degree.WORK ENVIRONMENT:This is a full-time position that will be in the office 5 days per week at the North Family Justice Center located in San Marcos; andWork hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; 37.50-hour work week.WAGE RANGE & BENEFITS:Comprehensive medical benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance401K retirement plan with a generous match after 6 months of employment;15 days paid annual leave (increases to 20 days after 2 years), 10 days paid sick leave, and 16 paid holidays; andWe are an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.SDVLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, and any other status protected by state or federal law.