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Performs office functions such as setting up and maintaining files; answering calls; conferences and travel; receiving, referring and answering mail. Reviews and prepares documents for distribution within and outside of the organization (fedex, mail) ; Gathers, compiles and reports on information relevant to assignments.
Maintains Trademark Database records; some correspondence with outside agents
Essential Duties & Responsibilities / Percentage of time
1. Provides administrative support to the manager and additional department members such as, telephone coverage, database updates, routine correspondence, appointment scheduling, travel arrangements, expense report preparation, mail and fax distribution and development of PowerPoint presentations. Organizing meetings. - 90% 2. Other projects and duties as required/assigned -10%
Physical Requirements & Frequency
1. Able to sit for extended periods of time - Frequent 2. Able to use general office and telecommunications equipment - Continuous 3. Capable of meeting employee attendance requirements - Continuous
Performance Competencies Decision Quality Makes good decisions (without considering how much time it takes) based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment; Most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time; Sought out by others for advice and solutions.
Action Oriented Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; Not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; Seizes more opportunities than others.
Business Acumen Knows how businesses work; knowledgeable in current and future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization;
Ethics & Values Adheres to an appropriate (for the setting) and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times; Acts in line with those values; Rewards the right values and disapproves of others; Practices what he/she preaches.
Functional/Technical Skills Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
Integrity & Trust Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct and truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.
Self-Development Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself; Understands that different situations and levels may call for different skills and approaches; works to deploy strengths; Works on compensating for weakness and limits. Requirements
Need at least 2 to 3 years trademark experience, preferably working with trademark agents worldwide. Need a knowledge of trademark law worldwide. Updated and created records in trademark database in the past.
Education Required: High School diploma or GED required.
Education Preferred Formal training in office procedures or current software systems is helpful.
Experience Required: Three years related legal office experience in trademark work is required.
Strong computer skills in current software programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are required.
This is a Temp to Perm assignment for the right candidate.
