Early Resolution Bilingual Specialist

Work Location

On-Site

Department

Dispute Resolution Center

Type of Job

Full Time, Hourly

Assigned Office

2301 Lombard Ave, Everett, WA 98201, USA

Posting Date

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Overview

This role provides intake, listens to parties, shares information, conflict coaches, conciliates, schedules mediation/meet & confer and mediates as needed. Provides information and support that increases the
likelihood of successful case outcomes. Sets up and maintains files; and refers to legal resources. Works closely with renters, landlords and attorneys to help resolve eviction issues. Uses active listening
techniques and conflict resolution skills to assist parties.

Principal Activities
  • Provide services from intake to case closure, including, working with the Unlawful Detainer team.

  • Use active listening techniques and conflict resolution skills to provide information on services.

  • Understand and complete ERAP application forms.

  • Act as intermediary between landlords, tenants, and attorneys when needed.

  • Schedule and hold meet and confers or mediations

  • Build strong relationships with landlords, tenants, and the legal community.

  • Attend required training and in-services.

  • Other duties that relate to the DRC Early Resolution Program as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

  • 40 Hour Basic Mediation Training required

  • Computer literate

  • Organized

  • Customer service oriented and professional

  • Excellent oral communication skills

  • Within first week watch trainings on Unlawful Detainer, Fair Housing, and Conciliation. 

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary

  • Up to 200 paid time off hours per year

  • Medical & dental

  • 403(b) retirement

  • FSA

  • and more

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