Executive Assistant- Alternative Dispute Resolution; ADR

Job Type

Full Time

Contact Email

AOC.Human Resources

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Executive Assistant to the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Coordinator will primarily provide support for ADR Commission work, projects, and programs. This position reports directly to the ADR Coordinator.

JOB DUTIES:

• Maintain an extensive database of mediators certified by the Arkansas ADR Commission
• Track continuing mediation education (CME) credits for all mediators certified by the Arkansas ADR Commission
• Organize quarterly and emergency meetings for the ADR Commission
• Initiate certification process on all applications for certification; verify training, education, and practical experience requirements, and perform an Arkansas Central Registry check
• Process re-certification applications, track court ordered statistical information and create annual statistics report
• Review and date stamp all incoming ADR Commission mail, record and process all incoming check payments, prepare weekly check deposit
• Assist Training and Programs Coordinator with meetings and education programs, prepares mail-outs, ordering of catering services, on-site set up and support
• Act as liaison to elected court officials, court personnel, state agencies and general public requesting assistance or information on mediation, certification, recertification, and continuing education
• Work with Director of the Access & Visitation Mediation Program, other staff on related duties and projects as needed
• Other duties as assigned including but not limited to providing telephone coverage to AOC receptionist

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education
• Experience

Experience in the legal field is a plus

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • Knowledge of Commission requirements for certification/re-certification and training standards
  • Highly organized and detail oriented
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft 365 programs – particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access

This position is eligible for most state benefits including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.