Legal Assistant

Responsibilities

• Coordinate administrative and logistical aspects of administrative enforcement proceedings
• Draft and maintain correspondence, procedural orders, and legal documents
• Manage communications with external parties and schedule ethics training sessions
• Assist with the maintenance of public-facing educational materials and website content
• Serve as minute secretary for monthly Board meetings
• Organize and maintain paper and electronic records
• Manage electronic tracking systems and shared calendars

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• Associate or bachelor's degree strongly preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an office setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience with Zoom for meeting scheduling and coordination

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in paralegal studies from an ABA-approved program
• Experience in legal, social service, education, or non-profit sectors
• Proficiency in Google Suite
• Experience with online engagement tools like Buffer or Bitly
• Understanding of legal concepts such as attorney-client privilege

Benefits

• Unlimited free public transportation via SEPTA
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave
• Comprehensive health coverage
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Tuition discounts and scholarships through partner institutions

About the Company

The Board of Ethics is an independent body that administers and enforces the City’s ethics, campaign finance, and lobbying laws. The City of Philadelphia offers a vibrant work environment with a workforce of over 30,000 people.