Administrative Specialist

California Lawyers Association

. Provide administrative support to CLA Sections and staff .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeSacramento • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 - $28 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong administrative support capabilities, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, effective communication, and the ability to manage diverse member inquiries and events. Exhibits attention to detail and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

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Administrative SupportMicrosoft Office SuiteEvent CoordinationCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Data InputMembership ProcessingExpense ReconciliationVirtual Meeting SchedulingEvent Timeline Creation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsFlexibilityCultural FluencyTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Association Management SystemVirtual Communication Tools

Industry Keywords

MCLE DataMember InquiriesAdministrative RoleOnsite Education ProgramsDiverse Backgrounds

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide administrative support to CLA Sections and staff
Update rosters and correspond with Section leaders, CLA staff, and members
Schedule virtual and in-person meetings and conference calls
Respond to member inquiries by phone and email
Resolve complaints and provide updates to members
Assist with membership-related issues
Input and update data in the association management system
Handle registration and MCLE data for education programs
Process membership enrollments and payments
Prepare, pack, and staff onsite education programs and events
Proofread and process virtual educational programming requests
Create and update event timelines and calendars
Process expense reimbursements, check requests, invoice payments, and reconcile expenses
Assist with preparation, coordination, and facilitation of Section events and projects
Perform other similar administrative tasks and duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of three years in an administrative role
Excellent skills in the Microsoft Office Suite
Familiarity with and ability to learn quickly and use other software programs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and with a team
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Flexibility and adaptability
Cultural fluency, including proactively managing bias and maintaining sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and identities
Ability to work mandatory two days per week in the Sacramento office

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Professional advancement opportunities
Educational and networking opportunities
Access to legal resources
Diversity and inclusion initiatives