What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rural Family Law Paralegal position at GEORGIA LEGAL SERVICES PROGRAM INC?
Description
The Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit civil law firm, seeks a full time Rural Family Law Paralegal (“Paralegal”). The successful candidate will be highly organized, able to work independently and as part of a team, comfortable in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for serving low-income Georgians. He/she must have extensive experience with Microsoft Office, working proficiently in Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Responsibilities:
The Rural Family Law Paralegal (“Paralegal”) will assist victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking victims in rural Georgia where resources are scarce and often, difficult to find. The Paralegal will provide client centered and trauma informed intake screening, referrals, and service provision for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and dating violence. The Paralegal will improve access to community-based services. The Paralegal will work to educate community partners and organize outreach events to provide access to justice and opportunities out of poverty in the most rural parts of Georgia. The Paralegal position requires strong communication and planning abilities to support the communication and coordination needs of GLSP and external partners.
Requirements
· Effective oral and written communication skills
· Excellent computer skills and demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office programs
· Attention to detail
· Excellent interpersonal skills
· Experience working in a law firm or nonprofit organization preferred
· Ability to innovate and improve existing programs
· High School Graduate; some college or relevant work experience preferred
· Vehicle and valid driver’s license required for business-related travel
· Ability to speak Spanish is preferred, but not a requirement
Salary:
The starting salary is $34,250 but is dependent upon experience and qualifications. The program provides generous fringe benefits, including paid holidays and paid time off, including parental leave; birthday holiday; health, life, and long and short-term disability; 403B with 3% match; In addition, employees who pass GLSP’s Spanish proficiency test receive additional compensation. GLSP offers a hybrid work schedule that allows staff to work 2 days remotely subject to management approval and completion of a probationary employment period.
How to Apply:
A statement of interest, resume, and a legal writing sample should be submitted https://www.glsp.org/join-the-team/.
GLSP is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Georgia Legal Services Program not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, medical condition, national origin, disability, marital or other protected status.
Salary : $34,250
