• Job Description

  Req#: 1669

  Public Services - Program Specialist

  ABA DC, 1050 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States of America ● Washington, DC, USA Req #1669

  Tuesday, July 9, 2024

  The American Bar Association (ABA) was founded on a commitment to advance the rule of law in the United States and beyond by providing practical resources for legal professionals, conducting law school accreditation, developing model ethics codes and more. Today, the ABA remains a member-based organization that works to ensure access to justice for all, a fair legal process, and respect for the rule of law at home and across the globe.

  The ABA is committed to service and refining the standards that guide the legal profession. ABA staff are provided multiple types of continuing education and career development opportunities. Your work will help eliminate bias, enhance diversity, and advance the rule of law throughout the US and around the world.

  The ABA recognizes the value staff contribute to our success through a generous benefits package that protects their health and their financial security. The ABA’s wide array of benefit offerings include 401(k), medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health spending accounts, supplemental life and disability insurance, prepaid legal programs, and a complimentary membership to the American Bar Association, which offers additional benefits.
  
  Flexible/hybrid work arrangements may be available for residents of CA, DC, IL, IN, IA, MD, MI, MN, TX, VA, and WI. Residency requirements may apply. ABA employees are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
  

  Job Summary

  • The American Bar Association (ABA) Center for Public Interest Law seeks a full-time Program Specialist in Washington, D.C. who will be responsible for the management and implementation of various programs, projects, and activities in support of multiple teams promoting access to justice and improved outcomes for vulnerable populations.
  • The position serves as the staff liaison for the ABA Standing Committee on the Law Library of Congress, with responsibility for the entity's program budget and provides substantive support and direction to the Chair and member leaders of the entity’s projects—including traveling exhibits and educational programming.
  • Primary duties include general administrative support to the Center for Public Interest Law, project management, meeting and event planning, budgeting of resources, fundraising for projects that require outside support, marketing of projects and activities, and oversight of meetings and special events.

  Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

  • Manages the day-to-day organization and implementation of one or more programs or projects, including planning projects, overseeing budgets, coordinating events, and ensuring compliance with ABA policies.
  • Advises member leaders on strategy and procedures, including analysis of opportunities and risks, to ensure projects move forward in a productive manner.
  • Serves as principal point of contact for projects, both internally and externally. Initiates regular communications with member leaders, staff, outside partners, and vendors, including reporting on progress and results.
  • Coordinates with other interested entities on joint projects, proactively seeking both internal and external partners. This responsibility may include solicitation and management of sponsorship revenue.
  • Develops and manages online strategies, including websites and social media.
  • Provides general administrative support, including procurement (e.g., securing estimates, creating purchase orders, submitting invoices, etc.), shipping, coordinating schedules, compiling and drafting content, etc.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

  Required Education, Qualifications, Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and at least three years' experience; OR, possession of a high school diploma or GED and at least five years’ relevant professional experience.
  • Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office suite.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple projects.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently

  Preferred Education, Qualifications, Experience

  • Management and/or supervisory experience, preferably in an association or non-profit setting, including analytical problem-solving ability and programmatic and policy development.
  • Prior experience overseeing budgets and planning meetings is strongly preferred.
  • Experience fundraising preferred.

  Extent of Travel Required in the Job

  • As a normal course of business, this job will typically require travel of less than 15% of the time.

  The American Bar Association is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the American Bar Association, please call 312-988-5188.

  Other details

  • Pay Type Salary
  • Min Hiring Rate $58,720.00
  • Max Hiring Rate $71,525.95
  • Travel Required Yes
  • Travel % 15
  • Required Education Bachelor’s Degree

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• About the company

  The American Bar Association, founded August 21, 1878, is a voluntary bar association of lawyers and law students, which is not specific to any jurisdiction in the United States.

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