The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

We are the largest non-governmental provider of social services in America and every year, we help over 30 million Americans overcome poverty, homelessness, addiction, economic hardships, loneliness, and exploitation through a wide range of programs and services.

The Legal Department at our Eastern Territorial Headquarters has an opening for a Legal Assistant III.  This position will prepare, organize, maintain and coordinate all aspects of corporate governance compliance matters for The Salvation Army, a New York corporation and related entities including board agendas for regular, special and annual meetings, state registration filings and other related matters as directed by the General Counsel, Associate General Counsel or Assistant Legal Secretary. Provide general paralegal and administrative support to the General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, staff attorney(ies) and Assistant Legal Secretary.

Located in West Nyack, NY this position requires approximately 35 hours of work per week and is onsite.

• Primary responsibility for managing all aspects of preparing agendas for weekly Board of Trustees meeting for the New York corporation and executing follow-up actions at the direction of the General Counsel
• Primary responsibility for all corporate governance compliance matters for all Eastern Territory legal entities including preparation of all notices, minutes, agendas and filings required for each entity and maintenance of all corporate records relating to such entities as directed by the General Counsel or Associate General Counsel
• General drafting, researching, database management and other administrative support to the General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, Assistant Legal Secretary and staff attorney(ies) as directed
• Compile, organize and maintain databases of all relevant Federal and applicable state statutes relevant to the New York corporation as a charitable and religious corporation.
• At the direction of the General Counsel, Associate General Counsel or Assistant Legal Secretary communicate in writing and verbally with Command personnel and outside counsel as needed for the general interests of the THQ Legal Department
• Assist THQ Legal Department attorneys with litigation matters affecting the Eastern Territory including case management, responses to informational subpoenas and related matters
• Such other projects and assignments relating to THQ Legal Department responsibilities including providing support as need to the Contracts and Estates groups as directed by the General Counsel, Associate General Counsel or Assistant Legal Secretary.
• Any other duties as assigned.

• Associate's degree
• 3-5 years of related experience.
• Paralegal certification
• Notary
• Proficient in: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) , Adobe Acrobat Pro,  Lotus Notes (preferred)
• Good verbal and written communication skills

What We Offer

• Generous Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• TSA paid Life Insurance for Employees
• Additional life insurance options for employees
• On-site cafeteria
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, Personal days
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Non-contributory Pension Plan
• Professional Development
• Free, on-site Fitness Center
• Federal holidays
• Opportunities to give back and support our communities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.