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Temporary Office Assistant - Ames, IA

Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.
Ames, IA Temporary
POSTED ON 5/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/13/2026
Who We Are

Fredrikson & Byron is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally.

Overview

We are seeking a Temporary Office Assistant to support our Bismarck office. This position plays an important role in ensuring the office operates efficiently while providing professional, courteous service to clients, visitors, and team members.

This temporary position will provide front desk support and assist with a variety of administrative and office operations tasks.

Key Responsibilities Include

  • Projecting a professional and friendly image by providing efficient, courteous service to clients and visitors, both in person and by telephone
  • Performing general office duties such as making deliveries, running errands, and maintaining office supplies and equipment
  • Opening the office, unlocking doors, and preparing the reception area for the day; assisting with office closing procedures
  • Providing general office administration support
  • Providing administrative support to legal administrative assistants (LAAs) and attorneys as needed
  • Performing other job-related duties and special projects as required

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have

Candidates should have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a professional office environment.

  • High school diploma required
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with desktop technologies
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Client-service orientation and professional demeanor
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Other Role Information

  • Standard work hours are Monday through Friday between 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with some flexibility.
  • We anticipate this temporary position will last approximately 4 to 6 weeks, with the possibility of extension.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information is required.

Benefits

This is a temporary position and is not eligible for benefits.

The estimated starting pay range is $19–$25/hour. The compensation offered will be dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, and geographic market location.

Applying For This Position

Applications will only be accepted online at https://www.fredlaw.com/careers-meet-us. Applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume. For assistance with the application process or for accommodations, please contact recruiting@fredlaw.com.

About Fredrikson

With a reputation as the firm “where law and business meet,” our attorneys and staff bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to operate as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors to our clients. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs while reflecting inclusion and diversity as core values. We offer highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment. The firm’s 400 attorneys serve clients through our ten locations around the world: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Mankato, MN; Bismarck and Fargo, ND; Ames and Des Moines, IA; Madison, WI; Saltillo, Mexico; and Shanghai, China. Visit www.fredlaw.com for more information.

Fredrikson is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Fredrikson does not discriminate in its recruiting, hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other characteristics protected by applicable local, state, and/or federal laws.

We are not accepting search firm submissions for this position; please apply directly through our careers page.

Salary : $19 - $25

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