Bilingual Office Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Los Angeles County, CA

Employment Type: Temporary (90-days)

Our client is seeking detail-oriented, bilingual (Spanish/English) Material Proofers. This is a fast-paced, deadline-driven role requiring precision, strong bilingual literacy, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team responsible for ensuring the accuracy of official materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Proofread election materials for accuracy, including letter-by-letter comparison, formatting, and punctuation in both English and Spanish
• Verify that election selection codes accurately display the correct ballot
• Verify that all bitmaps and short names display properly
• Verify that audio recordings are accurate and correctly associated with corresponding materials
• Perform ballot tabulation logic testing to ensure ballot counting machines are tallying correctly, both internally and for public verification, including checking in, marking, and testing ballots through ballot counting machines
• Assist in gathering and recording results from the tally server and completing related paperwork
• Perform type-setting and proofing of all election materials
• Update and maintain workflow databases
• Manage and organize filing systems supporting various departmental processes

Minimum Requirements

• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing Spanish, in addition to strong English proficiency
• Knowledge of proper English and Spanish usage, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, and punctuation in both oral and written communication
• Proof of biliteracy required: certification and/or a passing score of 80% or higher on a biliteracy assessment
• Clear, effective, and professional communication skills across verbal, written, and electronic formats
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow direction and also work independently with minimal supervision
• Basic to intermediate computer skills, including basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Capacity to work for prolonged periods, whether seated or standing
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Additional Information

Candidates must be able to pass a biliteracy assessment and provide documentation of biliteracy certification, if applicable, prior to placement.