We are a non-profit organization dedicated to providing professional legal representation, advocacy, and community legal education to low-income individuals and families in Northeast Pennsylvania. As a leading regional civil legal services provider, we are committed to promoting civil justice and helping clients resolve cases related to housing, public benefits, employment issues, family law, and other areas of public interest law.
We are currently seeking a Legal Secretary for our Bloomsburg office. This is a full-time position with a significant benefits package, including employer-paid health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid leave and time off for holidays. Employees may also qualify for loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
As a Legal Secretary, you will have the opportunity to perform a variety of duties, including legal secretarial work, client intake, and receptionist duties. We will provide training to help you screen callers for eligibility and use our case management system for calendar and client records. You will also use MS Word and Hot Docs for document preparation. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is helpful, and we require proficiency in word processing. Knowledge of legal terminology and principles is also desirable.
The salary for this position is commensurate with relevant experience, based on a salary scale. For the 2-4 years experience range, the salary is $19.66 to $20.43 per hour. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer a supportive and inclusive work environment with frequent opportunities for professional growth and development through local, state, and national trainings. We also collaborate with program and statewide law groups to provide our staff with the best resources and support.
To apply for this position, please send your resume and a statement describing your interest in our organization and how this position aligns with your career goals to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. We value diversity in our workplace and strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, individuals who have experienced poverty or homelessness, and those who have had prior contact with the juvenile, criminal, or child welfare systems to apply.
At **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***, we are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of color, sex, race, religion, disability, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identification, veteran's status, or any other consideration prohibited by law. We actively recruit diverse candidates for employment and are committed to creating a work environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
If you are passionate about civil justice and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** and help us continue to provide quality legal services to those in need.
