Administrative Assistant (Athens GA)

Administrative AssistantThe Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit civil law firm, seeks a self-motivated, outgoing Administrative Assistant. This is an administrative, non-attorney position that will work closely with the office's Staff Attorney, Regional Operations Manager, and other staff. The successful candidate will be highly organized, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for serving low-income Georgians with these abilities.Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide clerical support to office staff.Operate all office equipment (i.e., printers, copiers, fax machines, telephones, and computer equipment).Assist office manager with various tasks and projects.Cover the Front desk as needed.Distribution of incoming mailHe/she must have an exceptional knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.RequirementsVehicle and valid driver's license required for business-related travelExcellent organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environmentEffective oral and written communication skillsExcellent computer skills and demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office programsDemonstrated desire and capacity to serve low-income populationsExcellent interpersonal skillsExperience working in a law firm or nonprofit organization preferredAbility to work independently and as part of a teamProven ability to innovate and improve existing programsHigh School Graduate; some college preferredAbility to speak Spanish is highly preferredThis is a 35 hour per week position with a starting salary of $28,500, some experience credit may be available.

The program provides generous fringe benefits, including paid holidays, paid time off including parental leave; birthday holiday; health, life, and long and short-term disability insurance; tuition reimbursement up to $2500 per year; 403B with 3% match.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.