Job Description
Salary: The salary for this position is competitive and will be based on experience and qualifications.
Job Title: Legal Assistant/Receptionist
Experience: Minimum 1 year of administrative or legal assistant experience preferred.
Location: Suncrest Towne Centre, Morgantown, WV
Time Type: Full-time
Posted On: Posted Yesterday
Job Requisition ID: JR24-52720
Department: Legal Services Department
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide administrative and legal assistant support to the Legal Services Supervisor and counsel.
2. Answer phone calls and respond to email inquiries.
3. Assist with creating presentations and other documents for legal purposes.
4. Communicate with internal departments regarding legal matters.
5. Prepare and coordinate legal documents for signature and mailing.
6. Maintain accurate and organized departmental files and filing systems.
7. Assist with organizing office events.
8. Monitor governmental websites for excluded parties and perform sanction checks on vendors.
9. Ensure all vendors are registered to do business in the state of residence.
10. Maintain the contracts database and train other personnel as needed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Prolonged sitting.
2. Manual dexterity for operating office equipment.
3. Ability to lift heavy boxes.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
1. Deadline-driven environment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
2. Ability to proofread and edit documents.
3. Strong organizational skills.
4. Basic computer knowledge and proficiency in standard office software.
5. Ability to adapt and prioritize tasks in a changing environment.
6. Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Monday to Friday schedule in Morgantown, WV.
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Full-time position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Associate's degree in business/office management, secretarial sciences, or related legal field preferred.
3. Minimum 1 year of administrative or legal assistant experience preferred.
WVU Medicine is an Equal Opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and identities. We value diversity and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive workplace for all employees.
Join our team as a Legal Assistant/Receptionist at Suncrest Towne Centre in Morgantown, WV. In this role, you will provide administrative and legal assistant support to the Legal Services Supervisor and counsel, as well as assist with general legal needs for the WVUHS legal department. With a competitive salary and a full-time schedule, this is an exciting opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide support to WVUHS Legal Services, including answering questions and requests.
- Perform administrative duties such as answering phones, overseeing mail, and responding to emails.
- Assist with creating presentations and other documents.
- Communicate with internal departments regarding legal matters.
- Prepare and coordinate legal documents for signature and mailing.
- Maintain organized filing systems and departmental files.
- Assist with organizing office events.
- Monitor governmental websites for excluded parties and perform sanction checks on vendors.
- Maintain the contracts database and train other personnel as needed.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Associate's degree in business/office management, secretarial sciences, or related legal field preferred.
- Minimum 1 year of administrative or legal assistant experience preferred.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to proofread and edit documents.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Basic computer knowledge and proficiency in standard office software.
- Ability to adapt and prioritize tasks in a changing environment.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting.
- Manual dexterity for operating office equipment.
- Ability to lift heavy boxes.
Working Environment:
- Deadline-driven environment.
Join our team as a Legal Assistant/Receptionist at Suncrest Towne Centre in Morgantown, WV and be a part of a diverse and inclusive workplace. Apply now by clicking the Apply button above and completing the application in full. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!
