Workplace and Campus Investigations, Front Desk Coordinator - Sacramento

Van Dermyden Makus Law Corporation has an immediate opening for a Front Desk Coordinator in our Sacramento office.  The Firm specializes in conducting independent workplace and campus investigations.  The successful candidate will thrive in our fast-paced, collegial environment.  Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential to this position.

Required Traits: Effective and efficient telephone, written and electronic communication skills; ability to project an image of confidence and utmost courtesy and professionalism; ability to multi-task, follow instructions and exhibit diplomacy in referring and directing callers and visitors; detail-oriented; and strong time management skills.

Primary duties:

• Answer and screen phone calls and handle inquiries from the public

• Greet visitors and guests

• Perform variety of clerical support duties for Firm’s attorneys and staff, such as:

  • Set up video-conferencing capabilities (including scheduling of Zoom meetings for attorneys, when requested),

  • Help attorneys and staff troubleshoot issues as they arise, 

  • Maintain the conference room calendar, and 

  • Handle facsimiles and mailings (including FedEx packages)

• Assist attorneys with the creation of PowerPoint presentations

• Send witness interviews out for transcription

• Order lunches for attorneys and staff, when requested

• Perform occasional client matter-related projects

• Book and coordinate travel arrangements for Associates, Senior Associates, Of Counsel and Partners

• Order office supplies and supplies for attorneys and staff

• Check and distribute Firm mail

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and conference rooms

• Run occasional Firm-related errands

• Other projects, as assigned

Qualifications: High school diploma; accurate and efficient typing skills (50 WMP+); flexibility to adjust to an ever-changing work day; self-motivated and have team-player mentality; ability and knowledge to skillfully operate a personal computer.

This is a full-time, in office, non-exempt position.  Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday in the Sacramento office.  Compensation will be determined based on candidate’s qualifications and experience.  Excellent benefits provided.

To Apply:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:

Jennifer M. Maguire, Chief Operating Officer
Van Dermyden Makus Law Corporation
2520 Venture Oaks Way, Suite 450
Sacramento, CA 95833
recruiting@vmlawcorp.com

FAX: (916) 779-1451

Van Dermyden Makus Law Corporation is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic staff committed to investigating and working in a multicultural environment.