Administrative Assistant

THE ORGANIZATION

Al Otro Lado is a binational legal services and immigrant rights organization serving immigrants, asylum seekers and deported persons in Southern California, Tijuana, México, and beyond. We approach cases using a multidisciplinary, client-centered, abolitionist, harm reduction-based lens, and engage in zealous individual representation, human rights monitoring and impact litigation to protect the rights of individual immigrants and challenge systemic practices that violate the human rights of immigrant communities. We leverage vital partnerships with community-based organizations and academic institutions, and engage thousands of volunteers to maximize our impact and help build a broad-based immigrant justice movement.

For more information about our organization, please visit us on our website at: alotrolado.org/ or visit us on social media: @alotrolado_org (Instagram and Twitter); Al Otro Lado (Facebook).

THE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT POSITION

The Administrative Assistant will be based out of Al Otro Lado’s Los Angeles office and will work under the direct supervision of the Managing Representative in collaboration with colleagues in the Los Angeles and San Diego offices. 

JOB DUTIES

• Processing incoming mail including scanning and physically filing documents
• Sending correspondence
• Filing (electronic, in court, and in house)
• Complying with internal procedures for data management
• Filling out USCIS forms, creating filings, word processing, creating spreadsheets, filing and case organization
• Checking and responding to our general office voicemail account and general email account
• Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS 

• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Exceptional attention to detail 
• Ability to multitask and juggle numerous projects and tasks 
• Spanish language fluency
• High School Degree or GED is required, college degree is preferred 
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Adobe Pro, and Excel
• Willingness to become proficient in Al Otro Lado’s database management system
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with sensitive information
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and use of a reliable vehicle 

This is a full-time position, non-exempt position. The Administrative Assistant position is in-office based out of our Los Angeles, CA office with a starting hourly rate of $27/hr.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, writing sample, with three professional references to jobs@alotrolado.org, with Administrative Assistant-LA in the subject line. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.  Al Otro Lado values diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages applications from people of color, LGBTQ individuals, formerly incarcerated individuals, individuals with disabilities, and members of underrepresented communities.