Administrative Assistant - Laboratory Investigations Department

Description: Position Objective: To provide a wide range of support to the Laboratory Investigations Department Primary Responsibilities and Duties: • Assist Laboratory Investigations Department staff members with administrative tasks • Assist with all divisions within the Department, as needed • Coordinate projects with other departments, including production, finance, and media tasks • Manage the Department's public info email inbox; Draft responses to various inquiries about animal testing • Schedule meetings and prepare ledgers • Represent the Laboratory Investigations Department to the public • Perform online research projects in support of department staff • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor Requirements: • Minimum of two years of college coursework • Two years of experience in an office setting • Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including CoPilot • Working knowledge of animal liberation issues and PETA campaigns • Proven effective written and verbal communication skills • Proven ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines • Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and attention to detail • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, tact, and diplomacy • Demonstrated effective research skills • Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times • Professional appearance and adherence to a vegan lifestyle • Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues • Commitment to the objectives of the organization The hourly pay range for this position is $16.00 - $21.65. The ultimate hourly pay within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and the cost of living in the area in which the candidate will live and work. A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here. Application Deadline: Applications for this position will be accepted until July 9, 2026. We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.