Administrative Assistant - Administration Unit

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Job location
197 Friend Street
Boston, MA 02114
United States
Organization information
Organization name: 
Greater Boston Legal Services
Street address: 
197 Friend Street
City: 
Boston
State: 
Massachusetts
ZIP: 
02114
Job type: 
Legal - Civil
Position 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
o Prepare and distribute meeting agendas and materials.
o Send calendar invitations and meeting reminders.
o 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.

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.

Requirements: 

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.

To apply: 

How to Apply
• Candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to the Human Resources Team via email at [email protected]. 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.

Notes: 
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary range: 
$52,000 to $60,000
Submission deadline: 
Sunday, January 8, 2023