Receptionist Bilingual Spanish

The GEO Group, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks of vacation

Fifty-six hours of sick time

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) retirement program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking an Administrative Assistant in Honolulu, Hawaii. You will provide essential administrative and clerical support for the Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP) office, ensuring efficient operations and communication with various stakeholders.

A high school diploma or GED is required, along with at least two years of related experience. Bilingual skills are essential. The role offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• At least two years of work experience in a similar position.
• Must live in the United States for three of the last five years.
• Ability to deal with multi-cultural contacts with sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support for an ISAP office.
• Greet and communicate with program participants and visitors.
• Maintain program participant case records on the computer system.

Skills

Bilingual language skills

Effective communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits

As an Administrative Assistant, you will be part of a stable, established, and yet still growing organization which will present you with a range of different challenges. Since we prefer to promote from within, you will have opportunities to move to other facilities as well as to different divisions within the company. We value your hard work and professional dedication and will reward you with a competitive compensation package that includes full benefits.

• Two (2) weeks of Vacation
• Fifty-six (56) Hours of sick time
• Fifteen (15) paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Term and Whole life insurance (includes spouse and dependent)
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement program
• Stock purchase program
• Tuition reimbursement - $3500 per year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Legal program – Legal Club of America
• Direct deposit
• Theme Park and attraction discounts

Overview

Since inception in 2004, BI Incorporated has operated ISAP for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO). ISAP is an essential part of ERO, providing intensive supervision of individuals in immigration proceedings. The program achieves positive results by combining comprehensive case management with proven supervision technology. In addition, BI maintains an extensive list of community-based partners to provide critical assistance for participants' basic life needs. With consistent positive outcomes, ISAP continues to grow and evolve, serving an ever-increasing number of participants.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least two (2) years of work experience in a similar position, including experience working with multi-cultural contacts preferred.
• United States citizenship required.
• Must live in the United States three (3) of the last five (5) years (military and study abroad accepted).
• Bilingual language skills required.
• Good computer skills.
• Effective communication skills with internal and external contacts.
• Good interpersonal skills. Ability to deal tactfully with the public.
• Sound judgment and even temperament. Ability to maintain self-control in stressful situations, such as interpersonal confrontations or emergencies.
• Ability to deal with multi-cultural contacts with sensitivity.
• Good organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Working Conditions

• Typical office environment.
• Some local travel may be required.
• Use of standard office equipment such as copier, computer, keyboard, telephone and fax machine.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to perform data entry.

Responsibilities

Summary: Provides administrative and clerical support for an Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP) office.

• Greets and communicates with ISAP program participants, community visitors, agency personnel and general visitors.
• Ensures that program participants are properly checked in for office visits.
• Answers the phones and directs calls appropriately.
• Maintains program participant case records on the computer system by performing data entry.
• Maintains files and other related documentation.
• Assists the Program Manager and Case Specialists with case coordination, communication with the contracting agency and routine clerical tasks.
• Coordinates transportation services for program participants.
• Performs other duties as assigned.