Law Office Assistant

1st Choice is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Assistant to provide administrative and records management support for a local government legal office. The selected candidate will assist with maintaining project files, data entry, and document processing to ensure efficient operations within a structured, public-sector environment.

This is a part-time temporary position offering an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting a professional government office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain project files (physical and electronic)
• Perform data entry into internal tracking systems
• Maintain and organize the file room and handle document scanning and archiving
• Assemble and distribute mailings and correspondence
• Track and follow up on document requests and records updates
• Support general administrative functions and provide assistance to senior office staff
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with agency policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental efficiency

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred
• 1–2 years of administrative or clerical experience (government or legal office experience a plus)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively in a professional office environment

Work Schedule:

• 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, scheduled within core hours of 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• Flexible start times within those core hours may be available

Choose 1st Choice — we care about our people, offer great benefits, and create real opportunities to grow. With 20 years of nationwide staffing success, we're here to help you thrive. We’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.