Administrative Assistant

State of TN • Nashville, TN • 1h ago

The Tennessee Office of the Post-Conviction Defender is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant opening. All levels of experience will be considered. Applications received by July 29, 2026, will receive priority consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

OPCD is an independent agency of the Tennessee state government. The agency represents people on Tennessees death row in appealing their convictions and sentences in state court, as well as in seeking clemency from the Governor. The office also provides non-case-specific assistance and educational resources to trial counsel appointed in capital cases. The office and the position are in Nashville. Please see www.tnpcdo.net for further details about the agency. The administrative assistant will share receptionist responsibilities, including client communications; process documents by scanning, copying, and saving in a document management system; manage and maintain the agencys library book inventory; maintain office supplies and ensure office equipment is working properly; make and manage travel arrangements for the agency; and provide other administrative assistance as needed. The administrative assistant will be responsible for some human resources and fiscal services including managing onboarding, timekeeping, maintaining personnel files, entering vouchers for payment in the state accounting system and attending various state human resources and fiscal/accounting training meetings.

Qualifications Commitment to providing high-quality representation to those convicted and sentenced to death Clear oral and written communication skills Ability to communicate with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds Strong attention to detail Ability to multitask and work within strict deadlines Well-developed typing and technology skills Intermediate proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook Ability to work independently and collaboratively A High School diploma or G.E.D. A valid Tennessee drivers license Overnight travel may be required on rare occasions A college degree, prior experience within the area of fiscal or human resources, as well as knowledge of the states Edison system and of Microsofts SharePoint are preferred.

Benefits and Compensation Salary ranges from $53,928 to $97,536, based on years of relevant experience and level of education No state income tax Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as pharmacy benefits Ten (10) weeks of paid parental leave Generous annual, sick, and compensatory time accrual, in addition to other @types of leave Retirement program recognized as one of the top 5 strongest pension funds in the country Partial tuition fee waivers at state institutions of higher learning for state employees and discounts on undergraduate tuition for children of state employees Some ability to work remotely In-house and state training opportunities.

For more detailed information regarding the benefits of Tennessee state employees, please visit: https://www.tn.gov/hr/employees1/benefits.html.

Application Process OPCD is firmly committed to the principle of fair and equal employment opportunities for all. OPCD strives to protect the rights and opportunities of all people to seek, obtain, and hold employment without being subject to discrimination and harassment in the workplace. Interested candidates should email: 1) a cover letter describing qualifications and interest in this position, 2) resume, and 3) three professional references to apply@tnpcdo.net. Applications received by July 29, 2026, will be given priority. The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will receive a questionnaire to complete once they submit their application materials. Interviews with final candidates will be conducted in person between August 12th and 24th. The selected candidate will have an anticipated start date of October 1,2026. If applicable, a successful candidate will need to relocate to Nashville by the starting date.

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