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Database & Administrative Assistant

Employer
National Employment Lawyers Association
Location
Concord, California
Salary
$50-54K DOE + Benefits
Closing date
Apr 30, 2021

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Focus Areas
Associations / Union, Civil Rights / Advocacy
Job Function
Administrative / Clerical, Technology / Data Management
Position Type
Full Time
Degree Level
High School
Willingness to Travel
up to 25%
Experience Level
Administrative

Job Details

The National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA) and The Employee Rights Advocacy Institute For Law & Policy (The Institute) are searching for an experienced, detail-oriented, and organized self-starter for the position of Database & Administrative Assistant. The Database & Administrative Assistant is responsible for data entry, report generation, supporting the administrative and programmatic activities of the organizations, and additional duties as assigned by the Membership Director. This position regularly interacts with other NELA/The Institute staff members in providing support, and assists NELA members as needed. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. The Database & Administrative Assistant is based in NELA/The Institute’s Concord, California office. COVID-19 NOTICE: In accordance with California's COVID-19 safety guidelines, all staff members are working remotely until further notice.

About NELA and The Institute

Founded in 1985, NELA's mission is to empower workers’ rights attorneys through legal training, promoting a fair judiciary, and advocating for laws and policies that level the playing field for workers. We are the country’s largest professional organization that is exclusively comprised of lawyers who represent employees in cases involving employment discrimination and harassment, wage theft, employee benefits, and other employment-related matters. For more information about NELA, visit www.nela.org.

Founded in 2008, The Institute is NELA’s partner organization. The Institute’s mission is to advance workers’ rights through research, thought leadership, and education for policymakers, advocates, and the public. For more information about The Institute, visit www.employeerightsadvocacy.org.

Job Responsibilities

Data Entry & Report Generation:

  • Input membership dues, donations, event registrations, contact information updates, and other data into NELA’s membership and donor database, currently iMIS.
  • Generate reports from iMIS, including membership lists, event participant directories, donor lists, thank you letters, and other reports as requested.

Office Administration:

  • Provide reception and administrative support to staff members in NELA’s Concord and Washington DC offices.
  • Perform daily office administration tasks, including managing NELA and The Institute’s main phone line; opening and processing incoming and outgoing mail; and responding to lawyer referral requests.
  • Participate in weekly staff meetings and other team meetings as appropriate.
  • Attend semi-annual NELA Executive Board meetings as requested.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Membership Director.

Membership:

  • Assist the Membership Director in membership maintenance, identifying new member prospects, and supporting other membership-related activities.
  • Assist members and prospective members in all aspects of the membership application, renewal, profile updates, and other related processes, and respond to requests for information.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Membership Director.

Continuing Legal Education (CLE):

  • Support the Membership Director in submitting applications and maintenance of all CLE accreditation for NELA’s CLE programs.
  • Assist the Membership Director in coordinating CLE registration and information, including follow-up with program registrants as needed, sign-in forms, program directories, and name badges; and respond to requests for program information.
  • Travel to NELA’s Annual Convention and other NELA or NELA Affiliate CLE programs as needed.

Development:

  • Support the Director of Development with administrative tasks related to fundraising for NELA/The Institute.

Requirements

  • Minimum of three years of experience in data entry or a demonstrated ability to work with a high level of accuracy.
  • Experience in an administrative and/or program support position strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook preferred. Familiarity with MS PowerPoint and Google docs desirable.
  • Exceptional organizational skills, including attention to detail, follow-through, and the ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize projects, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to manage time efficiently, engage in problem-solving, and produce a high quality work product.
  • Strong Internet research skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with co-workers and with a variety of people at all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to maintain composure and complete tasks in a fast-paced, nonprofit environment.
  • Sound judgment and discretion, as well as the ability to conduct oneself in a highly professional manner.
  • Commitment to providing exceptional service to NELA members and the public.
  • Flexibility and willingness to take the initiative on a variety of projects.
  • Familiarity with social media, especially Facebook and Twitter a plus.

The National Employment Lawyers Association (“NELA”) and The Employee Rights Advocacy Institute For Law & Policy (“The Institute”) are equal opportunity employers. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. NELA and The Institute encourage applications from all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

NELA and The Institute make every effort to assure that our recruitment and employment practices provide all persons, including persons with disabilities, with full opportunities for employment in all positions.

NELA and The Institute are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities. If you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail nelahq@nelahq.org or call (415) 296-7629.  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

Company

The National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA) is the country’s largest organization of lawyers who exclusively or primarily represent employees in cases involving employment discrimination, illegal workplace harassment, wrongful termination, denial of employee benefits, and other employment-related matters.

Founded in 1985, NELA and its 69 state and local Affiliates have more than 4,000 members nationwide. Thriving circuit, state, and local Affiliates across the country enable NELA to accomplish more for workers’ rights than we could alone.

Our Vision

  • Employees will be paid at least a living wage in an environment free of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and capricious employment decisions;
  • Employers will fulfill their promises to provide retirement, health, and other benefits;
  • Employees’ safety and livelihood will not be compromised for the sake of corporate profit and interests;
  • Individuals will have effective legal representation to enforce their rights to a fair and just workplace, adequate remedies, and a right to trial by jury.

Advancing Equality & Justice

In advocating for employee rights, NELA participates as amicus curiae to provide our unique perspective in significant employment cases. We have created a strong and respected Amicus Program—since 1985, we have written or signed on to more than 250 amicus briefs in the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals, U.S. District Courts, state courts, and before government agencies.

NELA is at the forefront of efforts to advance equality and justice in the American workplace through federal legislation and public policy. NELA lobbies and provides technical assistance to Congress on scores of federal legislation that bring us closer to achieving our mission.

NELA advocates for independent and fair-minded federal judges who are committed to equal justice under law for all of America’s workers, and who do not place the interests of employers over the rights of employees.

Serving Employee Rights Advocates

In carrying out our mission to serve lawyers who advocate for equality and justice in the American workplace, NELA provides exceptional opportunities for professional development through networking, educational programs, publications, and technical support. Learn more about membership in NELA.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of the National Employment Lawyers Association and essential to the achievement of our mission. When applied in unison, diversity, equity, and inclusion create meaningful representation and involvement of persons with varied backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities in every aspect of NELA, each with the opportunity to make robust contributions to the organization without discriminatory barriers. To express these values NELA promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organizational structure and policies, leadership, membership, programs and services, employment practices, and relationships with coalition partners and donors. NELA champions the culture of participation and equal opportunity that is woven into the fabric of our mission and vision for workers and workplaces nationwide.

The Employee Rights Advocacy Institute For Law & Policy

The Employee Rights Advocacy Institute For Law & Policy (The Institute) is NELA’s related charitable public interest organization. Founded in 2008, The Institute is NELA’s indispensible partner in achieving our shared mission of advocating for employee rights and advancing equality and justice in the American workplace. We encourage you to visit The Institute's website to learn more.

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Telephone
(415) 296-7629
Location
1800 Sutter Street
Suite 210
Concord
CA
94520
US

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