Career Opportunity
AFFILIATE SUPPORT ASSISTANT, [ASD-09]
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION
Affiliate Support Department, NY

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is a national public interest organization devoted to the defense of the Bill of Rights. The Affiliate Support Department, whose purpose is to work with and strengthen the 50 affiliates and 3 national chapters throughout the country, is seeking a Affiliate Support  Assistant.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Maintain departmental listservs and mailing lists.
• Maintain departmental databases.
• Work with department staff to update ASD manuals.
• Coordinate with ASD staff on several yearly affiliate surveys.
• Collaborate with department support staff on day to day assignments.
• Provide technical information on special projects and events.
• Develop and prepare written correspondence and respond to routine affiliate correspondence.
• Create and develop visual presentations (charts, graphs).
• Work independently and within a team on special projects.
• Act as a backup to department secretary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years related administrative experience.
• Ability to work in team setting and work with other support staff.
• Superior computer skills including proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and FileMaker Pro.
• Computer database management skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication skills and phone manner.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to prioritize, plan work activities and manage time efficiently.

COMPENSATION:
The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.

HOW TO APPLY:
If you are a proactive and resourceful team player with a passion for public interest issues, please send a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume by email to hrjobs@aclu.org. Reference [ASD-09/WACLU] in subject line – or by mail to:

Human Resources
RE: [ASD-09/WACLU]
American Civil Liberties Union
125 Broad Street, 18^th Floor
New York, NY 10004

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, which will not be before March 31, 2008. Please indicate where you learned of this job posting

The ACLU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.