[Hamp-law] Legal Administrative Assistant job, ALCU (NYC)

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Legal Administrative Assistant

American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
Human Rights Program, NY



The Human Rights Program (HRP) of the ACLU'S National office in New York
City is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant.



OVERVIEW
The ACLU Center for Democracy works to strengthen democratic
institutions and values, including the values of government transparency
and accountability, and to reinforce the United States' commitment to
human rights and the rule of law. The Center for Democracy houses the
ACLU's Human Rights Program, which works to ensure that the U.S.
government complies with universal human rights principles in addition
to the U.S. Constitution.

The Program uses human rights strategies to complement existing ACLU
legal and legislative advocacy primarily in the areas of immigrants'
rights, national security, women's rights, prisoners' rights, criminal
law reform, and racial justice. It conducts human rights documentation
and related advocacy to combat human rights violations in the U.S., and
it engages in advocacy and litigation before U.S. courts and
international bodies, including the United Nations and regional human
rights bodies (such as the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights).

The Legal Administrative Assistant is a full-time clerical position that
provides support to the Human Rights Program team, attends regular staff
meetings and has the opportunity to learn about strategies surrounding
human rights framework.



ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
*       Maintain professional and user-friendly office filing system.

*       Schedule meetings and conference calls, and prepare relevant
material.

*       Answer telephones, screen calls and take messages.

*       Fax, copy, mail and complete other general administrative duties
as assigned.

*       Prepare, proofread and edit legal and other documents.

*       Handle travel arrangements.

*       Conduct Internet and other factual research.

*       Perform other clerical duties as assigned.



EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
*        Bachelor's degree or 2 years related experience is preferred.
*        Must have excellent organizational skills and be
detail-oriented.
*        Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel,
Outlook, etc.) and have experience with Internet research.
*        Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
*        Strong research and writing skills.
*        Must be able to work independently as well as within a team.
*        A demonstrated interest in international human rights framework
is preferred.
*        Commitment to assisting the ACLU in its mission to defend civil
liberties and human rights.
*        Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required.



COMPENSATION
Salary for this position is $41,586.   Excellent benefits package
provided.

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a letter of interest, a current resume, the names and
telephone numbers of two references, and a writing sample to
hrjobs at aclu.org <mailto:hrjobs at aclu.org>  - Reference [HRp-01/ACLU-W] in
the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU
applicant email address. This email address is specific to Human Rights
Program postings. In order to ensure your application is received please
make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to
receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of
application materials.



Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:



Human Resources Department

RE: [HRp-01/ACLU-W]
American Civil Liberties Union
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10004



Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.



Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career
opportunity.

This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of
the essential clerical responsibilities and qualifications required. It
does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right
to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance
notice.

The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce
and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all
qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin,
marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status.

We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in
the application process to contact: HRJobsINCLReq at aclu.org
<mailto:HRJobsINCLReq at aclu.org> .  Correspondence sent to this address
that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed.
Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply.


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