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Part-Time Office Assistant (advocacy and public policy) - Chicago, IL

Part-Time Office Assistant (Lincoln Park)

We have an immediate opening for an office assistant to join our team in a unique and dynamic home office setting. This position will be part-time, evenings and weekends, with flexible hours. This is an ideal opportunity for a graduate student studying public policy.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

o        Filing documents and may be responsible for developing or modifying filing practices
o        Typing and editing memos
o        Running personal errands
o        Note-taking

Candidate Requirements

o         A bachelor’s degree
o         Experience in an office support role
o         Excellent computer skills - i.e. Microsoft Office/Word/Excel
o         Ability to deliver clear, effective communication and take responsibility for understanding others
o         Very detail-oriented
o         Comfortable with multi-tasking responsibilities
o         Strong organizational skills
o         Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Other

o        Please include a cover letter and resume when applying for the position.

o        This is a part-time independent contractor position.

o        Pay is set at $20/hour.

o        Please have references available upon request.

Send cover letter and resume to:    Sara Johnson

                                                       Sara.johnson425@gmail.com