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Administrative Assistant Jobs in Sterling, CO at State of Colorado Job Opportunities
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Department Information
Agency Statement:
Colorado’s Office of the State Public Defender (OSPD) maintains a reputation as one of the top organizations in the nation specializing in the delivery of indigent criminal defense. We operate as an independent agency within the Judicial Branch of Colorado State Government with nearly 1,000 dedicated employees assigned to twenty-one Regional Trial Offices, a centralized Appellate Division, and a centralized Administrative Office. The mission of OSPD is to defend and protect the rights, liberties and dignity of those accused of crimes who cannot afford to retain counsel. We do so by providing constitutionally and statutorily mandated representation that is effective, zealous, inspired and compassionate.
We seek to hire professionals who are dedicated to furthering our mission and demonstrate compassion in their service to our clients. We are a fast paced, team-oriented environment, where self-motivation and a personal commitment to high performance are important attributes for success.
Description of Job
How to Apply:
Please e-mail your résumé and cover letter outlining your interest in this position and how you meet the qualifications to
Mandy Scoular, Office Manager at [email protected]
The deadline for applying is 11:59 p.m. on March 27, 2024.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we cannot personally respond to each submission. We will notify you by phone and/or e-mail if you are selected for an interview.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR OSPD:
3 Health Plans- Cigna options
Basic Vision Insurance – included with medical plans
Dental Insurance
State Paid Life Insurance
State Paid Short-Term Disability
FSA – Healthcare and Dependent Care
HSA Plan with Employer Contribution
Generous Paid Time Off
11 paid holidays
Access to Mental Health and Well-Being Resources
Colorado PERA
401(k) and 457 Supplemental Retirement Plans
For more information on benefits please visithttps://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits. For additional information on PERA visitwww.copera.org.
Additional information about the Office of the Colorado State Public Defender can be found at: http://www.coloradodefenders.us/
Position Purpose and Objectives/Definition of Work:
We are recruiting to fill an Administrative Assistant position Colorado State Public Defender’s regional trial office located in Sterling.This is a full-time, entry-level Administrative Assistant position responsible for performing routine clerical and receptionist duties of a legal nature following established office procedures. Tasks are performed under direct guidance of an Office Manager or Supervisor while learning office and court procedures and case file management systems. Individuals must have strong interpersonal skills in order to successfully work with colleagues and court staff and to provide patient and compassionate service to indigent persons charged with criminal offenses. The work environment is fast-paced and has a high volume of telephone calls, client interactions and various interruptions. Individuals require the ability to multitask and perform tasks in a timely manner with accuracy and attention to detail.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs general reception duties including answering phones with multiple …
Title: Administrative Assistant
Company: State of Colorado Job Opportunities
Location: Sterling, CO
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