Administrative Assistant - Public Defender (Entry Level)

State of Colorado; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

State Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

FSA/HSA

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedules

11 Holidays

Mental Health Resources

PERA Retirement

401(k)/457 Plans

Job summary

The Office of the Colorado State Public Defender in Colorado is seeking an Administrative Assistant for its regional trial offices. This full-time, entry-level role handles routine clerical and receptionist duties under the guidance of an Office Manager or Supervisor, in a fast-paced legal environment.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills to work with colleagues and clients, excellent organizational abilities, and proficiency with basic office software.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of English language, grammar, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Knowledge of standard software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, internet browsers and e-mail.

Responsibilities

• Performs general reception duties including answering phones with multiple lines.
• Greets and assists onsite visitors such as clients and coworkers.
• Maintains the reception area and provides general information such as attorney names and court dates.
• Responds to voicemail and email inquiries and forwards to the appropriate person.

Skills

Client service

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Internet

Email

Job description

The Office of the Colorado State Public Defender in Colorado is seeking an Administrative Assistant for its regional trial offices. This full-time, entry-level role handles routine clerical and receptionist duties under the guidance of an Office Manager or Supervisor, in a fast-paced legal environment.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills to work with colleagues and clients, excellent organizational abilities, and proficiency with basic office software.