The Drug Policy Alliance (DPA) is the nation's leading organization of people who believe the war on drugs is doing more harm than good. We fight for drug policies based on science, compassion, health and human rights. We work to ensure that our nation’s drug policies no longer arrest, incarcerate, disenfranchise and otherwise harm millions of people, especially people of color, simply for what they put into their own bodies.

DPA retains 46 staff, and is supported by 26,000 dues-paying members and 50,000 online members. The Southern California office, one of eight offices in four states and the District of Columbia, promotes awareness of the benefits of a public health approach to substance use through harm reduction, addiction treatment and drug law sentencing reform.

We are seeking motivated and reliable candidates for the position of Administrative Associate.  Candidates should be committed to promoting drug policy reform and the principles of harm reduction.

Position Description

Position: Administrative Associate, 20 hrs per week (4hrs/day), $15/hr, non-exempt
Benefits: Vacation days, sick time, short-term disability, paid holidays and 403(b)
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Reports to: Deputy State Director, Southern California

The position requires excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Expertise in standard office, spreadsheet and database applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook is required. Knowledge of Access preferred. High School diploma is required; college degree a plus. Fluency in both English and Spanish preferred. The perfect candidate is a team player who has the ability to work on many different projects at once and who understands and values the work of the organization

Primary Responsibilities

The Administrative Associate performs office-management responsibilities and provides administrative support to the office’s four staff.  These duties include:
• Ensuring appropriate office reception (email, phone and in-person)

• Routing and/or responding to incoming email/mail

• Maintaining & overseeing all standard office supplies and a tidy office environment

• Processing accounts payable and preparing expense reports

• Overseeing maintenance of office machines and supporting staff in their use
• Maintaining computer and paper files

• Assisting generally with office projects as needed
• Assisting in some special events as needed

Application

Position open until filled. Send cover letter and résumé, via mail or email to:
Margaret Dooley-Sammuli, Deputy State Director, Southern California
3470 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 618
Los Angeles, CA 90010
mdooley@drugpolicy.org

Drug Policy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity in our workplace.  Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and people personally affected by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.