Legal Administrative Assistant

OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY

The Legal Administrative Assistant for San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program assists our team of Staff Attorneys in providing top-quality legal advice and representation to low-income San Diegans. This position is located at SDVLP’s Domestic Violence Restraining Order Clinic at the North County Superior Court in Vista and works onsite Monday to Friday (5 days).

 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. 

 ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

The Legal Administrative Assistant will be responsible for:

• Screening applicants to determine eligibility for services and conduct intake of new clients.
• Assisting in providing client services.
• Performing computer data entry of both client and volunteer information for the purpose of conducting conflict checks and generating reports and other materials.
• 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.
• Translating/interpreting for clients, as appropriate.
• Engaging in other tasks and projects as needed to further SDVLP’s mission. 

 Wage Range & Benefits:

• Pay rate is $21.00/hr.
• Work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. = 37.50-hour work week.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance – premium for employee medical insurance is paid in full by SDVLP – eligibility for health care coverage is the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
• 401K 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, 16 paid holidays etc.
• We are an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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.
• Associate degree. 

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience serving low-income and disadvantaged people preferred.

MUST submit a resume and cover letter (in English).

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.