Bilingual Administrative Assistant (Immigration)

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ICWC San Diego is seeking a Spanish speaking legal receptionist to join our growing team. This administrative assistant position involves reception duties and casework support.

ICWC is a non-profit legal organization providing free and affordable immigration services to underrepresented immigrants in California and Nevada. ICWC strives to provide security and stability for immigrants who are victims of crime and survivors of violence. ICWC primarily works with federal immigration laws that allow marginalized immigrants to apply for work authorization, humanitarian-based relief, and permanent residency.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handling telephone and walk-in reception duties
• Processing incoming mail, completing data entry, scheduling appointments, and managing/monitoring the client database and calendaring systems
• Copying, filing, mailing, and fee collection
• Translating documents from Spanish to English
• Communicating with clients in person, via telephone, by email/text, and by mail
• Assisting with various operational duties, including ordering office supplies and managing facilities

Requirements:

• Spanish Language Fluency: The position requires the ability to communicate daily through oral and written communications in both Spanish and English. Please clearly specify in your application your ability to communicate in both Spanish and English. If you do not speak Spanish and English fluently, you will not be considered for this position.
• High School Diploma required. Associate / Bachelor Degree preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in low-income legal services and/or a commitment to civil liberties and immigrants' rights preferred.

Compensation:

Salary is $20-$22, depending on experience. This is a full-time position. Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement plan with employer match, FSA (flexible spending account for healthcare, dependent and commuting expenses), and reimbursement for preventative wellness activities. Benefits also include generous paid time off, closures for 13 state and federal holidays, and a week-long winter break.

To Apply:

Please include the following in your application:

1. Cover Letter detailing your interest in the position, any relevant experience, and language proficiency

2. Resume

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or walk-ins please.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person