New Hampshire Public Defender

Administrative Assistant

New Hampshire Public Defender  •  $40k - $44k/yr  •  Nashua, NH (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
Apply
AI can make mistakes so check important info. Chat history is never stored.

Job Description

We are seeking a professional and organized Administrative Office Assistant to join our dynamic law firm. This role functions as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, while supporting the daily administrative operations of our team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Greet and assist clients, visitors, and vendors in a courteous and professional manner
  • Answer and direct incoming phone calls, take messages, and manage correspondence
  • Manage incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area
  • Support administrative tasks such as data entry and filing as requested
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth office operations

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as keyboarding and proofreading ability
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and standard office equipment
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality

Educational and Experience

  • High-school diploma or GED required.
  • Proven experience as an administrative assistant, receptionist, or in a similar role, preferably in a legal environment

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements include retrieving and distributing files, written documents, or office supplies weighing up to 25 pounds; retrieving and replacing objects from shelves up to eight feet high; sitting and keyboarding for extended periods of time.

Benefits

  • Holidays/PTO/Sick Time
  • State Health and Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life/Disability Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Account
  • Professional Development Opportunities
New Hampshire Public Defender

About New Hampshire Public Defender

The New Hampshire Public Defender was established in 1972 as a pilot project of New Hampshire Legal Assistance, and has existed as a stand-alone institution since 1985. Its sole purpose is to provide indigent defense services to citizens charged with crimes. The Program began with a single office in Concord. Over time, the Program opened satellite offices in other counties, and established administrative offices in its Merrimack County office, located in Concord, the state capital.

In 1981, the Public Defender, in collaboration with the Franklin Pierce Law Center (now the University of New Hampshire School of Law), started the Appellate Defender Program, which provides indigent defense services to defendants who appeal their convictions to the New Hampshire Supreme Court.

Today, the Public Defender is an independent, non-profit, corporation with offices in every county. The Program works diligently to provide quality representation in a cost-effective manner to indigent defendants accused of crimes in all state courts. In addition to its attorneys, the Public Defender employs legal assistants, investigators, support staff, and information technology specialists, all of whom are dedicated to its core mission of serving indigent citizens accused of crimes.

Industry
Legal & Compliance
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Concord, New Hampshire
Year Founded
1972
Website
nhpd.org
Social Media