19 Dec 2022
Full-Time Administrative Assistant – Administration Unit
Job Description
Greater Boston Legal Services (GBLS) is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Accessible Employer and strives to ensure that our staff members reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
Greater Boston Legal Services (GBLS) seeks a qualified candidate to fill an Administrative Assistant position whose primary responsibility will be to support the Executive Director.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide high-level administrative support to the Executive Director and other members of the Senior Management team.
- Provide administrative support to the Board of Directors and its Committees
- Prepare and distribute meeting agendas and materials.
- Send calendar invitations and meeting reminders.
- Attend meetings and prepare minutes.
- Make travel and accommodation arrangements for Board members attending events.
- Coordinate logistical issues for agency-wide meetings, retreats, and training events.
- Perform clerical and administrative tasks, including drafting letters, memos, invoices, reports, and other documents.
- Answer and direct unit calls to the appropriate staff members.
- Maintain contact lists and other records for the Administration Unit.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in providing administrative support to a member of the executive team, preferably in a legal or non-profit organization.
- Proven experience in organizational skills with an exemplary professional and positive attitude.
- Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment with excellent time management skills in dealing multiple projects and competing priorities.
- Having good judgment in interpersonal skills and in managing confidential records.
- High Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new or updated software.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to handle phone calls and communicate professionally and sensitively with people from all ethnic groups and social backgrounds.
Salary & Benefits
- Starting salary range is $52,000 to $60,000 based on experience.
- GBLS offers a generous benefits package, including low-cost health insurance, retirement contribution, and paid time off.
GBLS values diversity and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
How to Apply
How to Apply- Candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to the Human Resources Team via email at jobs@gbls.org. Please refer to Job Code: ADMIN-ASST when applying for this position. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but applicants are encouraged to submit applications by January 8, 2023.
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