Legal Administrative Office Assistant

AgCredit ACA•Fostoria, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Legal Administrative Office Assistant provides administrative support to AgCredit’s Legal and Credit Departments and customer service to internal and external customers. The role is based at the Fostoria Administrative Office and serves as its first point of contact, handling phones, mail, incoming visitors, and general office support. The assistant also supports the Leadership Team and Senior Management with administrative tasks. The position’s schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. AgCredit describes its workplace as purpose-driven and stable, with an emphasis on work-life balance, ongoing learning and career growth, and serving the communities where employees live and work.

Requirements

One to two years of specialized administrative assistant training or equivalent experience.
Four years of related work experience.
Current Notary Public certification, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Proficiency with personal computer skills and applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and required formats to recognize and correct correspondence and reports.
Attention to detail and time management skills.
Ability to work independently, manage changing priorities, maintain confidentiality, and interact effectively with a diverse group of people.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of mortgages and other legal forms used by a lender.

Responsibilities

Assist the Legal Department with tasks such as certifying mortgages, preparing mortgage releases, filing releases with the appropriate county recorder, and tracking files.
Assist the Credit Department by organizing and maintaining memos in its policy system.
Serve as the first point of contact at the Fostoria Administrative Office by managing phones, mail, incoming visitors, and general office support.
Provide customer service to internal and external customers visiting the Fostoria office.
Assist the Leadership Team and Senior Management with administrative tasks.