Administrative Assistant

Administrative AssistantThe Administrative Assistant provides administrative and secretarial support to Legal Aid staff across a variety of practice areas, which may include public benefits, housing, family law, consumer, and other civil legal aid matters. This role is responsible for a broad range of administrative functions, including providing direct support to the attorneys and paralegals as well as taking phone calls from prospective and current clients. The specific units and practice areas supported may vary based on organizational need, making flexibility and adaptability essential qualities for this role.

This is an in-person position based in Legal Aid's Warrensburg office.Key ResponsibilitiesAdministrative SupportProvide administrative and secretarial support to attorneys, paralegals, and supervisors across assigned units and practice areas.Prepare letters and correspondence to clients, ensuring appropriate form, style, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.Coordinate distribution of mail, note relevant deadlines and hearing dates, and route time-sensitive materials to appropriate staff.File and Records ManagementMaintain and organize client files and case-related documents in accordance with Legal Aid's records management protocols.Perform data entry and maintain accurate records in Legal Aid's case management system, including opening and closing cases as appropriate.Client and Caller RelationsCommunicate with clients in a professional, compassionate, and culturally sensitive manner, recognizing that many clients are experiencing a crisis or complex trauma.Provide information, answer questions, and schedule appointments for unit staff as needed.Maintain strict confidentiality of client and organizational information at all times.RequirementsRequired QualificationsDemonstrated experience in clerical and office administration, including strong typing, spelling, grammar, and proofreading skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and TeamsStrong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to work collaboratively and professionally with a diverse teamAbility to prioritize and manage multiple tasks across different teams simultaneously, with a solution-oriented mindset and the ability to adapt under pressureHigh level of discretion, confidentiality, and patience in all client and organizational interactionsCommitment to Legal Aid's mission of expanding access to justicePreferred QualificationsExperience in a legal, nonprofit, or social services settingBilingual or multilingual skills, particularly SpanishFamiliarity with case management systems or legal technology platformsLocationThis role is an in-person role based in Legal Aid's Warrensburg, Missouri office. While regular in-office attendance is the expectation for this role, Legal Aid offers flexible work arrangements to accommodate limited exceptions and support employees in maintaining schedules that enable them to perform at their best.Compensation and BenefitsThe salary for this position starts at $43,680 on Legal Aid's formal salary scale. Placement above the starting point is based on years of relevant experience and internal equity.

Employees who demonstrate fluency in a second language are eligible for an annual salary supplement of $3,600.Legal Aid offers a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical Plans with PPO or HSA optionsDental PlanVision PlanLife InsuranceShort-Term DisabilityLong-Term DisabilityAccident InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts for medical or dependent careHealth Savings AccountsPaid CLE and Bar DuesPaid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Personal and HolidaysQualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness programTravel and parking reimbursement401k and up to 3.5% employer match