OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY
The Legal Administrative Assistant for San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program assists a Staff Attorney in providing top-quality legal advice and representation to low-income San Diegans.
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.
Work Environment:
This position is located at SDVLP's Domestic Violence Restraining Order Clinic at the North County Superior Court in Vista.
Work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.
m.
to 5:00 p.
m.
; 37.
50-hour work week.
Wage & Benefits:
Wage is $20/hr.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits; ability to participate in 401(K) with employer contribution.
Sick, vacation, and holiday pay provided.
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.
Fluency (written and verbal) in Spanish and English.
Strong Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills.
At least 6 months of general office administration experience.
Associate degree.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Experience serving low-income and disadvantaged people, preferred.