Benefits7 paid holidays401(k) when eligiblePaid time offWell-established plaintiffs' employment law firm in Silver Spring seeks a Spanish Bilingual Legal Assistant position. Our firm litigates wage and hour and employment discrimination claims.Duties and ResponsibilitiesScreen telephone callsGreet guestsAnswer telephonesSchedule appointmentsUpdate case filesPrepare spreadsheetsMaintain calendarsOrganize documents and prepare exhibit notebooks and bindersReceive and sort daily mail and deliveriesObtain information from new and potential clientsRespond to inquiries on the status of pending casesOperate standard office equipment such as word processors, personal computers, calculators, duplicating machines, facsimile machines, printers, scanners, etc.Maintain break room and other common areas, including cleaning appliancesMake deliveries and run errands outside the officeOrganize and maintain file room; requires lifting large and heavy boxes of filesPerform any other work‑related tasks as assignedSimultaneous Spanish‑English interpretation between attorneys/support staff and clientsOffice HoursMonday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Work ScheduleThe employee will work full‑time for a maximum of 40 hours a week.Working ConditionsThere may be stressful conditions such as workloads and/or deadlines inherent in the position.Physical RequirementsMust have the ability to move and lift file boxes weighing up to 25 pounds overhead.EducationCompletion of a high school diploma required.ExperiencePosition requirements include solid verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to organize, multitask, prioritize and work under pressure. Must have the ability to be resourceful and proactive.Applicant RequirementsDetail oriented and meticulousSelf‑motivated and drivenPatient and adaptableAbility to function well in a fast‑paced environmentSpecial RequirementsThe position requires the ability to be covered by a fidelity bond. The selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check and/or fingerprinting.PayThis position pays $17.00 to $20.00 per hour, commensurate with experience. Opportunities for overtime if full‑time. When eligible, 7 paid holidays and up to 2 weeks of paid time off for full‑time employees. When eligible, 401(k) participation and discretionary employer match.#J-18808-Ljbffr