Legal Office Assistant - Public Defender Support

New Hampshire Public Defender; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays/PTO/Sick Time

State Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life/Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Account

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

New Hampshire Public Defender is seeking an Office Assistant to support lawyers and staff in a fast-paced Dover, NH office. The role involves clerical, logistical, and reception duties, ensuring smooth operations and professional client service.

The position requires discretion, strong keyboarding and proofreading skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining client confidentiality. A collaborative team environment and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED required.
• One year administrative/office experience required; two years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and determine their business, directing them appropriately.
• Answer phones and provide general information; take messages or route calls.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail per office practices and perform routine delivery.
• Maintain and retrieve file materials as requested.
• Operate office equipment (computer, printer, photocopier, fax).
• Maintain client confidentiality in all duties.
• Assume other duties to ensure smooth office operations.

Skills

Professional appearance

Respect for clients

Under pressure

Problem solving

Keyboarding

Proofreading

Editing

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

New Hampshire Public Defender is seeking an Office Assistant to support lawyers and staff in a fast-paced Dover, NH office. The role involves clerical, logistical, and reception duties, ensuring smooth operations and professional client service.

The position requires discretion, strong keyboarding and proofreading skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining client confidentiality. A collaborative team environment and opportunities for professional development are offered.