ABACLE Administrative Assistant
The American Bar Association (ABA) was founded on a commitment to advance the rule of law in the United States and beyond by providing practical resources for legal professionals, conducting law school accreditation, developing model ethics codes and more. Today, the ABA remains a member-based organization that works to ensure access to justice for all, a fair legal process, and respect for the rule of law at home and across the globe.
The ABA is committed to service and refining the standards that guide the legal profession. ABA staff are provided multiple types of continuing education and career development opportunities. Your work will help eliminate bias, enhance diversity, and advance the rule of law throughout the US and around the world.
The ABA recognizes the value staff contribute to our success through a generous benefits package that protects their health and their financial security. The ABA’s wide array of benefit offerings include 401(k), medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health spending accounts, supplemental life and disability insurance, prepaid legal programs, and a complimentary membership to the American Bar Association, which offers additional benefits.
Flexible/hybrid work arrangements may be available for residents of CA, DC, IL, IN, IA, MD, MI, MN, TX, VA, and WI. Residency requirements may apply. ABA employees are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Job Summary/General Purpose of Job
Performs administrative and office support activities. Responsibilities may include receiving, and handling telephone calls/e-mails, making travel and meeting arrangements, preparing reports and agenda materials, receiving and directing visitors, word processing, filing, and faxing.
Extensive software skills are required, as well as Internet research abilities and strong communication skills. Also calls for flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well with all levels of internal and external contacts.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities (listed in order of importance and/or time spent)
Oversees and coordinates administrative, program, and office activities. Establishes, selects, implements, and coordinates office procedures and systems.
Exercises, on a continuous basis, administrative judgment and assumes responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on people, costs, and/or quality of service within the functional area.
Possesses extensive knowledge of software for example spreadsheets, relational databases, etc. Possesses strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.
Point of first contact for department/entity. Must maintain confidentiality and work well under pressure.
Performs other related duties as required.
Required Education, Qualifications, Experience
Associate’s degree or equivalent experience (3+ years of previous administrative experience, some post-high school course work or completion of an appropriate vocational program).
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Products and basic internet research skills.
Must be able to multi-task.
Must have fairly strong business writing skills.
Additional education may be substituted for years of work experience.
Preferred Education, Qualifications, Experience
Prefer 2 years' related administrative experience.
The American Bar Association is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the American Bar Association, please call 312-988-5188.
Other details
- Pay Type Salary
- Min Hiring Rate $39,280.00
- Max Hiring Rate $43,000.00
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