Administrative Assistant
Legal Aid DC is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support its Intake Program. The Administrative Assistant will interface with Legal Aid DC clients and applicants, serve as a back-up for staffing needs of the intake program, and have a suite of administrative responsibilities. This position is fully in-person, working in Legal Aid DC offices 5 days a week.
Since 1932, Legal Aid has provided civil legal assistance to clients in individual cases and engaged in systemic reform. Currently, we provide individual representation in consumer law, domestic violence / family law, housing, immigration, public benefits, and appellate matters. We also help individuals with the collateral consequences of their involvement with the criminal justice system. From the experiences of our clients, we identify opportunities for law reform, public policy advocacy, and systemic impact and appellate litigation.
Legal Aid believes that meaningful pursuit of our anti-poverty mission requires an unwavering commitment to racial justice and equity. We aspire both to reflect the rich racial diversity of the communities we serve and to value, respect, and empower our staff and clients to be effective agents of change. For more information about Legal Aid please visit www.LegalAidDC.org.
About the Role :
The Intake Program manages all aspects of Legal Aid DC's walk-in, online, and telephone intake program. The Program coordinates with Housing, Public Benefits, Consumer, and DV / Family, Immigration law and other project staff to implement and monitor systems for client-centered initial legal interviews, efficient identification of legal issues within Legal Aid's practice areas, and timely processing of requests for assistance. The Intake Administrative Assistant reports to a supervising attorney in the Intake Program.
The Intake Administrative Assistant will provide support to Legal Aid DC clients, applicants, and intake staff. The administrative assistant will be knowledgeable of Legal Aid DC's intake program and conduct applicant intakes. They will also administer Legal Aid DC's client support program and staff the front desk at Legal Aid DC's NW and SE locations as needed.
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Salary and Benefits :
The Administrative Assistant will be paid in accordance with Legal Aid's policy based on years of relevant full-time experience. Lateral hires will receive credit for years of relevant work experience. Starting salaries are as follows :
Legal Aid generally provides two salary increases per year, depending on funding availability : a cost-of-living increase at the beginning of the year and a step increase in July.
Legal Aid offers a generous benefits package, including eligibility for fully paid health insurance, annual retirement match, 13 paid holidays, 20 days of annual leave per year and 15 days of sick leave per year.
This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the National Organization of Legal Services Workers, UAW Local 2320. New hires start with a 90-day probationary period before they are considered full-time, regular employees.
To Apply :
Legal Aid values an inclusive, diverse workplace and encourages applications from interested persons from diverse backgrounds of any race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We strongly encourage applications from people with personal experience with the criminal justice system and / or with lived experiences in the communities we serve.
Interested persons should submit a letter of interest and resume here. Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted. This position has a closing date of October 24, 2025. No emails or phone calls, please.
Administrative Assistant • Washington, DC, US