Administrative Assistant / Law Library Assistant
About the Position
The Law Library seeks a part-time (20 hours per week) Administrative Assistant (“Law Library Assistant”) to provide administrative and office support for the library’s day-to-day operations. This position works under the supervision of the Law Librarian with County Administrative Office (CAO) management.
Duties for this position include:
- Significant customer service to the public
- Basic legal reference assistance to attorney and non-attorney patrons
- Book circulation & shelving duties
- Technical processing of print materials & cataloging tasks as assigned
- Website development and social media outreach
- Financial recordkeeping and knowledge base maintenance
About the Division
The Law Library provides the following services and materials:
- Legal reference and research assistance
- Local referrals and resources
- Circulation of materials to attorneys
- Comprehensive print collection with particular emphasis on Oregon law, and specialized legal databases
- Continuing Legal Education materials and other printed matter to Oregon State Bar-licensed attorneys and Oregon-licensed private investigators.
- Databases – our most popular databases include:
- Westlaw
- Lexis Advance
- Heinonline
- National Consumer Law Center
- Nolo Legal Self-Help Books & Resources
- BarBooks (from the Oregon State Bar)
Schedule: 20 hours per week between Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm
*This is an AFSCME represented position*
QUALIFICATIONS:
Training:
- Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by course work in business, personnel or public administration or a related field.
Experience:
- Three years of responsible experience providing complex secretarial or administrative support to management;
- or an equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
CLASSIFICATION DETAILS:
Administrative Assistant Classification Details
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Equal Employment Opportunity Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
Strategic Plan In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.
The 2022 -2024 Strategic Plan (Download PDF reader) focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.