Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant (Austin, Texas)

Part-time administrative assistant : A small environmental law firm that represents non-profit organizations, local

governmental entities, community groups, and individuals is looking for a part-time administrative assistant to work

approximately 20 hours per week. This position requires both independent and collaborative work related to litigation

before state and federal administrative agencies, local governments, and within the court system.

Responsibilities :

The Administrative Assistant will be expected to develop knowledge of the firm’s current cases. The Assistant

will assist with basic factual research, handle information requests from clients, support the Firm’s attorneys and legal

assistants in their representation of clients, and perform essential office tasks.

Duties :

• Receives and directs phone calls; greets and assists visitors;
• Represents the firm as a first point of contact for prospective clients;
• Maintains common areas including office opening and closing procedures;
• Processes incoming mail and messages; assists with outgoing mail;
• Assists in preparing, filing, and mailing documents;

Assists with factual research (including submitting public information requests and searching state agency

• records);
• Responsible for office supply inventory, tracking, and re-orders;
• Coordinates website maintenance and blog posts;
• Other tasks as needed in a small office, including copying, faxing, filing, and troubleshooting;

Assists the Office Manager with major office projects.

Qualifications :

B.A. or B.S. is preferred, but not required. Legal or related office experience is preferred.

Must be able to manage several tasks at once, use sound judgment, set and follow priorities, and follow up on

prioritized assignments.

Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.

Strong computer skills are a must.

Compensation :

Pay starts at $22 / hr., commensurate with qualifications and experience. Relocation compensation is not offered for this position.

This firm is an equal opportunity employer.

Send resume, references, and a cover letter to William@txenvirolaw.com.