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Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is a not-for-profit law firm whose mission is to combat injustice, strengthen communities and promote human dignity through high quality legal representation, community partnerships, education and other advocacy to mitigate systemic barriers experienced by our client communities. NJP is the largest publicly funded civil legal aid organization in Washington with 19 offices located throughout the state providing legal services to low income persons and their communities.
NJPs Spokane office seeks applicants for a Receptionist/Office Assistant. This is a full-time position.
Duties include:
Greet callers and visitors and make initial determination of their needs.
Answer multi-line telephones, direct callers, take messages, answer inquiries, and make referrals to other providers or agencies as appropriate.
Use and manage translation and interpretation services as needed.
Manage mail, electronic mail, and service of legal documents.
General office duties as assigned (letters, brochures, flyers, faxes, copying, courthouse runs, etc.).
Scan and log ingoing and outgoing calls, reminders, correspondence, pleadings, and other documents into NJPs Document Management System.
Assist legal assistants with calendaring court dates and other appointments for attorneys.
Schedule maintenance for building issues and forward appropriate paperwork.
Monitor office supplies and order supplies as necessary.
Prepare initial files for attorneys.
Break down closed files and scan all documents into Legal Server.
Maintain storage files at off-site storage.
Provide back-up to legal assistant team with administrative tasks as requested
Expectations:
Demonstrate sensitivity to and strive to understand the values, cultures and concerns of NJPs client communities.
Maintain a constructive, professional working relationship with individual clients, client communities, the legal community, agencies who serve our clients, program staff, and the larger communities we serve.
Be (or become) capable in basic job duties and grow through training and experience to handle increasingly complex job duties that may be assigned.
Courtesy, confidentiality, diligence, and discretion.
NJP has an organizational commitment to fight racism and to incorporate equity and inclusion in both the work we do and work environment we create. All staff are expected to uphold this commitment and approach their role with a desire to learn and grow in this area.
Qualifications:
Reception and/or scheduling helpful
experience with legal databases (such as JIS, SCOMIS, JABS, Spokane County Document Viewer)
Familiarity with Skype for Business helpful
Experience working with low-income clients or in a legal setting is preferred.
The Northwest Justice Project is especially interested in qualified candidates whose professional, personal and/or service experience allow them to contribute to and support the legal aid communitys commitment to race equity.
SALARY Range: Starting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range starting at $41,380 annually/$22.74 per hour. NJP offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes 100% paid employee health premiums and significant premium shares for family health premiums, as well as generous time off.
Hours of Work: 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
APPLICATIONS: Email cover letter and resume to Karen Holland at resume@nwjustice.org Email subject line should clearly reference Receptionist/Office Assistant. Cover letter should include description of any past experience and competence, personal or professional, working with low income or other marginalized communities. Include any proficiency in languages other than English on the resume.
Closing Date: June 14, 2019
Learn more about Northwest Justicee Project: www.nwjustice.org
NJP is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and fosters an environment free of barriers and discriminatory practices. NJP actively promotes mutual respect, acceptance, teamwork and productivity. NJP is committed to maintaining an organization whose staff, Board and clients are diverse in background, experience, race, color, national origin, gender, age, religious reference, marital status, sexual orientation, sensory, mental or physical abilities, veteran status, and other qualities that strengthen the program while reinforcing its commitment to basic fairness. People of color, people who identify as transgender, lesbian, gay, or bisexual, and those with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals needing a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process or for more information about the project should contact Karen Holland at (206) 707-0802.
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