Administrative Assistant in Huntsville, Alabama at LEGAL SERVICES AL

Legal Services Alabama, Inc. (LSA) is one of the largest statewide law firms in Alabama. LSA provides free, client-centered civil legal advocacy to low-income Alabamians and collaborates with others across the state and nation to find solutions to systemic issues caused by poverty and social justice inequities.

This is a full-time position based in the LSA Huntsville Regional Office. The Administrative Assistant will support attorneys and staff by performing a range of administrative and legal support functions in a fast-paced law office. Responsibilities include managing client intake and correspondence, maintaining case files and document management systems, drafting and formatting legal documents, scheduling, and communicating frequently with community members and clients. The Administrative Assistant will report directly to the Managing Attorney.

Qualifications: This position is an exciting opportunity for someone with a high school diploma or equivalent with two (2) years of experience in customer service, secretarial, office, or another related field. Computer proficiency and the ability to work in database systems are required. The applicant must have the ability to become a licensed notary public. Preference will be given to those who are bilingual and who have experience with nonprofits. The ideal candidate would have a passion for serving low-income communities. Experience with legal terminology, court documents, or case management software is a plus.

LSA is an Equal Opportunity Program and Employer and persons seeking employment will be considered without regard to sex or sexual orientation, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, political affiliation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other consideration prohibited by law.

Salary: $36,540 plus based upon experience

Benefits: LSA offers an excellent benefits package, valued at approximately $19,000, including six weeks of paid leave annually and 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for each employee.

Position: Full-Time

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and references to jobs@alsp.org

Application Deadline: Open until filled

No telephone calls or faxes