Temporary Office Assistant

New Hampshire Public Defender • Dover, NH

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About The Position

New Hampshire Public Defender works diligently to provide quality representation to indigent defendants accused of crimes in all state courts. The office assistant provides reception services to the office, both via telephone and to in person visitors.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors to the office, ascertain the nature of their business and direct them accordingly.
• Answer phone and give general, non-legal information to callers; take complete messages or route call to appropriate individual.
• Handle incoming mail according to office practices.
• Handle outgoing mail according to office practices. Conduct routine mail and court delivery.
• Maintain file materials. Locate and retrieve information from files upon request.
• Operate computer, printer, photocopier, fax machine, as well as other office machines that may be utilized.
• Maintain behavior and appearance appropriate to a professional environment.
• Maintain client confidentiality in course of duties.
• Assumes other responsibilities as may be required from time to time to ensure smooth operation of the office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees