BILINGUAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Fuerza Immigration Lawyers is hiring a “Bilingual Administrative Assistant.” This is a full-time, in-person position, ideal for recent graduates looking for office or law office experience.

Please apply through Indeed and attach a resume. Please also answer the following questions:

a. Specify your level of proficiency in Spanish, both spoken and written, and, if applicable, your proficiency in Portuguese;

b. Indicate when you would be available to start full-time employment; and,

c. Describe any prior work or school experience that you think prepares you to work in an office performing the duties described here.

WHO WE ARE

We are one of the largest family immigration and deportation defense law firms in Northern California. We represent primarily Spanish and Portuguese-speaking undocumented immigrants before the immigration courts, USCIS, and U.S. consulates. All of our employees are bilingual in Spanish and English, and many also speak Portuguese. We keep families together by defending immigrants who face deportation. We have helped thousands of Bay Area residents obtain green cards through family petitions, asylum, U visas, and cancellation of removal petitions. We are recognized as among the most effective and ethical immigration attorneys in Northern California.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position may include some or all of the following duties, depending on the needs of the office:

· assisting clients who are dropping off or picking up documents or evidence;

· delivering outgoing mail and packages to the post office;

· sorting, opening, and processing mail;

· data entry;

· accepting and processing payments;

· producing invoices and billing statements;

· scanning documents; routing files weighing up to about 20 pounds to staff or to file cabinets;

· recording locations of file and documents by typing notes into our client and practice management system;

· keeping the office tidy and organized;

· restocking supplies as needed around the office;

· setting up and breaking down tables, chairs, and other equipment for office events;

· attending the front desk and clients as they visit the office;

· answering phones;

· providing information to potential clients on our screening procedures; and,

· other various administrative tasks as needed around the office.

On occasion, the Administrative Assistant may be asked to travel on BART to San Francisco to personally deliver documents to the Immigration Court and agencies.

A candidate for this position must be organized and detail-oriented. A successful candidate must speak Spanish fluently to handle the phones. Ability to speak Portuguese is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Fuerza is located in a recently remodeled office in Downtown Oakland on the corner of Broadway and 13th Street, directly above the 12th Street/Oakland City Center BART station. The 13th Street Commons (a public plaza/cafe table area) is directly in front of our building.

We foster a collegial environment in which the entire team works together to further our clients’ interests. Employees who embody the firm’s core values are regularly recognized for their efforts. The Partners have an open-door policy and employees enjoy access to management to provide feedback, seek advice, and make suggestions. The firm holds regular staff and departmental meetings to encourage open communication.

Our core focus is to use our passion, dedication, and talent for problem-solving to protect our clients’ rights and keep their families together. An ideal candidate embodies our six core values:

• Commitment to our clients, the law, and the success of our business;
• Willingness to go the extra mile;
• Excellence;
• Trustworthiness;
• Problem solving; and,
• Respect for clients and staff.

Learn more at our website www.fuerzalawyers.com

THE START DATE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

This position is open immediately, but may be extended to a later date for the right candidate.

This is not a remote position. The Administrative Assistant will be required to process paper-based evidence and filings and assist clients in-person. These functions cannot be completed online.

COMPENSATION

· $19-$22 per hour, depending on skills and experience.

• Extremely generous benefits and vacation package, including Kaiser, Delta Dental, Aflac, Commuter Benefit Plan, 401(k) plan with 4% matching (after a vesting period), negotiable work schedule, paid parental leave (after a vesting period), and family-friendly work environment.
• Opportunity to work in a professionally (and personally) fulfilling and meaningful position.
• Collegial and positive work environment.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent speaking skills in English and either Spanish or Portuguese.
• Good writing skills in English.
• Ability to type at a minimum rate of 30 words per minute.
• Authorized to accept employment in the United States.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• Portuguese (Preferred)
• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oakland, CA 94612: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person