Employers Council is seeking a full-time, team-oriented Administrative Assistant to support our Specialized Legal Service Department located in our Denver, CO office. Our Specialized Legal Service team supports our members with investigations, labor relations, immigration, and affirmative action services.
This position performs administrative support work specific to our Specialized Legal Services. Assists Attorney’s by performing a variety of administrative duties, such as, answering phones, managing calendars, reserving rooms, booking travel, filing expense claims and stocking office supplies. Coordinate events and training sessions to include securing locations, ordering required materials, preparing flyers and marketing materials, speaker confirmations, coordinating vendors, as well as assisting Attorney’s with preparation of materials. Assists with preparing, uploading and corresponding with our member regarding investigation reports and inquires.
The position is also part of our receptionist relief team, assisting our front desk receptionist with breaks and lunches. Which include directing member inquiries, assisting visitors, and assuming all other duties of the front-desk receptionist.
A successful candidate is organized and demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail in a fast paced, team environment. Must be able to manage multiple priorities and communicate clearly and informatively.
This position reports to the Director of Specialized Legal Services.
Employers Council is a non-profit, membership organization providing expertise in employment law, human resources, training, and surveys to employers. Employers Council offers employees exposure to a broad mix of industries and business situations, and significant opportunities to broaden skills and experiences. Our total compensation package offers excellent employee benefits including, health insurance, 401k, time off, free parking and more. While our members’ success is our top priority, we also enjoy our team environment and strive to have fun, working with colleagues who respect one another.
Employers Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by law or regulation. Qualified applicants are provided an equal opportunity and selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Knowledge of fundamental administrative and clerical procedures, including but not limited to maintaining files, operating phone systems and general office equipment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability and willingness to master an array of skills associated with administrative duties.
- Must gain sufficient knowledge of Employers Council structure, policies and personnel
- Ability to provide timely and accurate follow through on projects, Attorney, Member or Staff requests.
Desirable additional qualifications
- High school diploma (or equivalent), post-secondary education preferred.
- Work-related experience in an office environment, preferably at least three years.
- Experience in a Legal support position
Work Environment
General office environment the majority of time. Occasional lifting. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
