A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
Administrative Assistant - Policy & Legal Ready to be the person who keeps everything running smoothly? MSBA is looking for an Administrative Assistant who thrives on organization, enjoys a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in delivering exceptional service while supporting public education across Missouri. What You'll Do Serve as the first point of contact, providing friendly, professional service via phone, email, and in person Prepare, manage, and distribute invoices and contracts with accuracy using tools like DocuSign Maintain workflows, records, and databases to keep operations running efficiently Support school district onboarding and ongoing member communications Assist with policy updates, document management, and recordkeeping Proofread and edit documents to ensure everything is polished and professional Coordinate meetings, webinars, and events, including logistics and registration Track multiple projects and help teams stay organized and on schedule Contribute to process improvements, including AI-assisted workflow initiatives Provide day-to-day administrative support, including mail, supplies, and general office needs What You Bring Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Clear, professional written and verbal communication Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Comfort with office technology and willingness to learn new tools A proactive, dependable, team-first mindset
Education:
High school diploma required; college preferred Why MSBA? Your work here has real impact. You'll join a collaborative, mission-driven team that supports Missouri schools—while giving you the opportunity to grow your skills and be a key part of how things get done. Interested persons should visit www.mosba.org to learn more about the organization. The job description and instructions for applying are on MSBA's website at: https://www.mosba.org/o/msba/page/careers-at-msba or by emailing Jarin Wood, Employee Relations, at wood@mosba.org. Please note that this job description may be subject to revision.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$21.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Have you included a cover letter and resume?
