Legal Assistant - Salinas, CA and Oxnard, CA

Legal Assistant - Salinas, CA & Oxnard, CA

Full Time Clerical, Oxnard, CA, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $24.00 Hourly

• Utilize computer hardware and software to produce documents.
• Read and route incoming legal mail; locate and attach appropriate files to correspondence for DOJ Accredited Representative(s) or Attorney(s).
• Compose and type routine and complex correspondence requiring merge documents and graphics.
• Make copies of correspondence or other printed materials.
• Prepare outgoing mail and correspondence, including e‑mail and faxes.
• Assist with the coordination of special events.
• Facilitate completion of immigration applications (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, Citizenship, etc.).
• Translate documents from Spanish to English and vice‑versa.
• Provide information to potential immigration applicants.
• Provide necessary follow‑up after intakes to evaluate client eligibility for relief, including legal research and additional client information.
• Assist/coordinate and direct on‑site/off‑site group processing workshops.
• Develop and disseminate programmatic materials.
• Provide administrative and legal support to Attorney(s), DOJ Representatives, and other management staff.
• Assist in maintaining accurate client database and case physical and/or electronic files.
• Conduct initial intake for immigration clients.

• Answer and screen telephone calls and arrange conference calls.
• Coordinate DOJ Accredited Representative or Attorney appointments.
• Assist other office staff with administrative needs.
• Arrange and coordinate travel schedules and reservations for legal team members.
• Organize and maintain file system, file correspondence and other records.
• Greet all visitors/clients and assist them with questions and appointment needs.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, reserve and prepare facilities for meetings, and record and transcribe minutes.
• Other duties as assigned.

• May involve coordinating and supervising office volunteers.

• High level of professionalism and organization.
• Ability to develop, implement and track day‑to‑day activities.
• Experience working in immigrant communities, communities of color, and low‑income and working‑class communities.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, or English and another language as needed.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Self‑motivated and able to work both independently and in conjunction with team members.
• Collaborative team player with a solutions‑oriented approach.
• Dedication to the mission and genuine interest in immigrant and farm worker rights.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Experience managing and executing across several communications media.
• Flexibility, speed, and precision; ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities.

• Language skills: ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; write legal briefs, reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information to managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical skills: ability to calculate figures such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, etc.; apply basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning ability: solve practical problems and interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• None.

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; two years or more of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Valid California Class C driver’s license and access to an automobile, insurance, and willingness to travel to off‑site locations.
• Typing speed of at least 50 net words per minute (NWPM).

The hourly pay range for this position is $21.00 to $24.00, depending on experience. Benefits include:

• Accruals of 2, 3, and 4 vacation weeks per year depending on tenure
• 16 paid holidays…