Legal Coordinator - Contracts Adminstrator 029-13
Irving, TX
Founded by a mother whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver, Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is the nation’s largest nonprofit working to protect families from drunk driving and underage drinking. With the help of those who want a safer future, MADD’s Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving® will end this danger on America’s roads. PowerTalk 21® is the national day for parents to talk with their kids about alcohol, using the proven strategies of Power of Parents™ to reduce the risk of underage drinking. And as one of the largest victim services organizations in the U.S., MADD also supports drunk and drugged driving victims and survivors at no charge, serving one person every eight minutes through local MADD victim advocates and at 1-877-MADD-HELP. Learn more at www.madd.org or by calling 1-877-ASK-MADD.
The MADD National office in Irving, TX is currently seeking candidates for the position of Legal Coordinator - Contracts Administrator 029-13.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Legal Coordinator for a National Non-profit. This is a temporary position. Successful candidate will be responsible for contract administration, preparation, execution and interpretation of contracts and contracted services.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:
1. Greets and directs department visitors and callers to the appropriate party within the office in a professional and discrete manner. Maintains call log and forwards messages to the appropriate party.
2. Supports department VP with all typing of correspondence, scheduling of meetings, special event planning, travel arrangements and recordkeeping.
3. Prepares reports, and compiles information relevant to the business or department activities utilizing a variety of software products designed for business purposes.
4. Maintains department files, logs and information tracking. Issues regular updates of activity to the department head.
5. Maintains relevant database information for the department in an accurate and timely manner.
6. Reviews bills and invoices and prepares requests for checks subject to management approval.
7. Provides guidance, training and orientation to other administrative personnel within the department.
8. Supports Department Head regarding Board Committee related responsibilities.
9. Other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
1. Minimum of five years of previous work experience in an administrative capacity or service environment. Expertise in the department specific function a must.
2. Two to four years of legal contracts administration experience.
2. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, mathematical and communication ability, including command of grammar, composition and spelling.
3. Highly proficient with computer business programs, including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software. Excellent keyboard skills required.
4. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
5. Able to work a flexible schedule when needed.
Interested Candidates should forward resumes to the following email address: trent.weigand@madd.org or to the following fax number: 469.420.4509, Attn: Trent Weigand
MADD offers a competitive salary and exceptional benefits + business casual environment.
“An Interested Party will be considered an applicant only after the individual has complied with the application process and has indicated the specific position for which they are applying.”
MADD is an equal opportunity employer.
