Preparing letters and other correspondence for unit attorneysMaintaining organization/filing systemCompiling quarterly/weekly/daily reports as neededScheduling meetingsTracking assignmentsAnswering telephones and assisting callers with general inquiries for the Law DepartmentLogging mailProviding back-up support for hiring and recruiting effortsCompetencies, Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to analyze large amounts of information, determine relevant facts, and propose viable solutionsAbility to write and speak persuasivelyAbility to work with multiple City DepartmentsExcellent organizational skillsEffective and professional oral and written communicationAbility to work independently and think proactivelyAbility to manage and prioritize numerous assignmentsComputer skills required/desired for the position include:MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint One Drive, Powerpoint)Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms)Spreadsheets (Excel, Google Sheets).Email (mail merge, filters, folders, rules)Presentations/Slideshows (Powerpoint, Google Slides)Microsoft Teams, Zoom and other virtual platformsAbility to complete work projects in a timely and accurate mannerExperience exercising discretion and confidentiality with sensitive informationStrong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion;Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work on teams and collaborate with colleagues and clients;Qualified candidates must be hard working, organized, attend to detail, and have an eager, helpful attitude;Knowledge of City procedures is a plus;QualificationsPreferred candidate will possess an Associate's degree, paralegal certificate or equivalent and have experience preferably in a legal setting. Salary Range: $45,478 to $62,371 - Commensurate with education and experienceAny questions related to this position should be directed to Mary Josephine Markle, Divisional Deputy City Solicitor, Real Estate & Development Unit ([email protected]).Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:Transportation: City employees get unlimitedFREEpublic transportation all year long through SEPTA's Key Advantage program.