Council for Children's Rights - Program Assistant (ELP)
Program Assistant Education Law Program Council for Children's Rights (CFCR) is seeking a full-time Program Assistant to join its Education Law Program (ELP).
CFCR protects and advances the legal rights and development of children through individual representation and community education and by addressing community-wide issues through systems advocacy, research, and policy work.
ELP provides direct legal representation and works to address systemic issues to advance the education rights of students.
We seek a team member who is committed to addressing educational inequity and thrives in a collegial, dynamic team environment.
This individual will report to the Director of the Education Law Program and will have the primary responsibility of supporting ELP attorneys.
However, CFCR serves the needs of children across multiple legal systems, which requires a collaborative, cross-team approach.
Therefore, this individual will also provide support to the agency as a whole, as neededResponsibilities Include:
Welcoming all visitors to CFCR, and answering office phones.
Opening and closing all ELP files, and maintaining the overall organization of these files.
Requesting and obtaining records for clients.
Performing administrative tasks such as preparing and mailing correspondence, answering calls and emails, and scheduling meetings for ELP attorneys.
Inputting information into the CFCR database.
Assisting in the collection of data and confirmation of data accuracy.
Serving as an initial point of contact for referrals to our program.
Assisting in the coordination and implementation of ELP community outreach and training.
Contributing to the philanthropic activities of the organization, including, but not limited to, attendance at annual fundraising events.
Adhering to all CFCR policies and procedures.
Other duties and responsibilities, as needed.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years legal administrative experience are preferred.
Must possess strong communication skills and the ability to work with adults and children from diverse backgrounds who are in crisis situations.
Bilingual applicants preferred.
Must have excellent organizational skills and computer/data-entry skills, including the ability to learn various case management systems.
Must be able to work effectively within the team structure of ELP, across programs in the agency, and as a participant in a culture of philanthropy.
Preference will be given to applicants who have a demonstrated commitment to public interest work.
Spanish-speaking applicants preferred.
Classification:
This is a full-time position with an annual salary of $39,000.
Council for Children's Rights offers a generous leave and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage at 100% for employees, 20 days of Paid Time Off, for first year with increases in subsequent years, 13 paid holidays, and 401(k) matching.
No calls, emails, or visits please.
For immediate consideration, please formally apply online and provide a resume and cover letter.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job classification.
They are not to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities of people so assigned.
The Agency's policy is to provide equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status.
Recommended Skills Administration Case Management Systems Communication Coordinating Curiosity Data Entry Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
CFCR protects and advances the legal rights and development of children through individual representation and community education and by addressing community-wide issues through systems advocacy, research, and policy work.
ELP provides direct legal representation and works to address systemic issues to advance the education rights of students.
We seek a team member who is committed to addressing educational inequity and thrives in a collegial, dynamic team environment.
This individual will report to the Director of the Education Law Program and will have the primary responsibility of supporting ELP attorneys.
However, CFCR serves the needs of children across multiple legal systems, which requires a collaborative, cross-team approach.
Therefore, this individual will also provide support to the agency as a whole, as neededResponsibilities Include:
Welcoming all visitors to CFCR, and answering office phones.
Opening and closing all ELP files, and maintaining the overall organization of these files.
Requesting and obtaining records for clients.
Performing administrative tasks such as preparing and mailing correspondence, answering calls and emails, and scheduling meetings for ELP attorneys.
Inputting information into the CFCR database.
Assisting in the collection of data and confirmation of data accuracy.
Serving as an initial point of contact for referrals to our program.
Assisting in the coordination and implementation of ELP community outreach and training.
Contributing to the philanthropic activities of the organization, including, but not limited to, attendance at annual fundraising events.
Adhering to all CFCR policies and procedures.
Other duties and responsibilities, as needed.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years legal administrative experience are preferred.
Must possess strong communication skills and the ability to work with adults and children from diverse backgrounds who are in crisis situations.
Bilingual applicants preferred.
Must have excellent organizational skills and computer/data-entry skills, including the ability to learn various case management systems.
Must be able to work effectively within the team structure of ELP, across programs in the agency, and as a participant in a culture of philanthropy.
Preference will be given to applicants who have a demonstrated commitment to public interest work.
Spanish-speaking applicants preferred.
Classification:
This is a full-time position with an annual salary of $39,000.
Council for Children's Rights offers a generous leave and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage at 100% for employees, 20 days of Paid Time Off, for first year with increases in subsequent years, 13 paid holidays, and 401(k) matching.
No calls, emails, or visits please.
For immediate consideration, please formally apply online and provide a resume and cover letter.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job classification.
They are not to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities of people so assigned.
The Agency's policy is to provide equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status.
Recommended Skills Administration Case Management Systems Communication Coordinating Curiosity Data Entry Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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