Legal Secretary Intern

Doyon Limited • Fairbanks, AK

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Doyon Utilities provides excellent career opportunities for motivated individuals. As the primary utility provider for the U.S. Military in Alaska, we offer stability and opportunity even in uncertain times. If you want to be a part of a work family that values professionalism, dedication, collaboration and innovation, we're the right company for you. The Legal Secretary Intern provides administrative and clerical support to ensure the efficient operation of the legal team.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• 1 year of experience in a professional office or other environment where applicant has demonstrated the ability to work independently to complete administrative tasks with limited oversight. Required
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal communication and instructions (required proficiency)
• Ability to communicate and work with diverse groups of people (required proficiency)
• Ability to effectively communicate in person, over the phone, or video (required proficiency)
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all matters (required proficiency)
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team (required proficiency)
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail (required proficiency)
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (required proficiency)
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and relationship building skills (required proficiency)
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills (required proficiency)
• Excellent customer service skills (required proficiency)
• Excellent time management skills (required proficiency)
• Demonstrated high ethical standards and integrity (required proficiency)
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test, random drug test thereafter in accordance with the published policy of Doyon Utilities.
• Must have a valid driver's license issued by the State of Alaska.
• Must be eligible to work on a military installation in Alaska. Eligibility to work on a military installation includes compliance with Department of Defense mandates with respect to employee background and health directives.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree in Business, Paralegal Studies, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be substituted on a 2:1 ratio (2 years of experience = 1 year of education). Preferred
• Intermediate experience with SharePoint, preferred (preferred proficiency)

Responsibilities

• Draft correspondence and legal documents as assigned.
• Assist with scheduling which includes calendar maintenance
• Maintains physical and electronic files, and contacts.
• Track deadlines and follow up on required documentation.
• Receives and screens telephone calls in a manner consistent with office policy and attorney preference.
• Interact on a daily basis with departments within the utility to facilitate highest possible legal support
• Take detailed notes during meetings.
• Assists with overflow work and other special projects as assigned
• Updates case information, scans and organizes legal files
• Learn, adopt, and apply safety programs

Benefits

• Doyon Utilities will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made, in writing to the Human Resources Department.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED