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Program Support Assistant

Salem, OR · On-site

$42K - $49K/yr

Readjustment Counseling Service Administrative Support This position is located within Readjustment Counseling Service, and its primary purpose is to provide administrative and clerical support to a ...

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What is the difference between Support Assistant vs Customer Service Representative?

AspectSupport AssistantCustomer Service Representative
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications varyHigh school diploma; often customer service training
Work EnvironmentHealthcare, education, or social services settingsCall centers, retail, or service industries
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, schools, social agenciesRetail stores, telecom companies, banks
Common Search & Comparison IntentSupport Assistant vs Customer Service Representative

Support Assistants typically work in healthcare, education, or social services, providing direct support to clients or patients. Customer Service Representatives mainly work in retail or call centers, focusing on customer inquiries and issue resolution. While both roles involve assisting people, Support Assistants often require specialized certifications and work in more specialized environments compared to the more general customer service roles.

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Infographic showing various Support Assistant job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Legal Support Assistant

Portland, OR • On-site

Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals
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Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Support Assistant position in our Portland Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

We are seeking a Legal Support Assistant to join our team and serve as a key support resource within a fast-paced law firm environment. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone eager to gain hands-on experience and grow within the legal profession.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you'll support attorneys and Legal Administrative Assistants while helping maintain a professional and welcoming office environment. Responsibilities include:

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area
  • Answer, screen, route, and respond to incoming phone calls and messages
  • Greet, screen, and direct visitors in a professional and welcoming manner
  • Assist with opening and closing client matters
  • Receive, sort, and distribute electronic notices, U.S. mail, faxes, and other documents
  • Help organize and maintain physical and electronic files within the firm's document management systems
  • Assist with client invoicing, including submission and verification of billing documentation
  • Support the submission of vendor bills and check requests
  • Research and respond to client billing inquiries
  • Manage and update information using Excel spreadsheets
  • Provide general administrative support to the office and team as needed

Qualifications: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • At least 1 year of administrative or clerical experience in an office setting
  • Prior law firm experience is helpful but not required
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Professional phone etiquette and customer service mindset
  • High attention to detail with excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
  • Comfort handling confidential information with discretion
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with document management or legal software is a plus
  • Willingness to work in person in an office environment

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