American Bar Association · 2 months ago
Legal Education - PART TIME Director Communications Council Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
ABA Chicago, 321 North Clark, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Full-time, Part-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$54K/yr - $66K/yr
5+ years expThe American Bar Association (ABA) is committed to advancing the rule of law and ensuring access to justice. They are seeking a Director of Communications for the Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, responsible for managing internal and external communications and developing a comprehensive communications strategy.
AdviceAssociationLegal
Responsibilities
Draft communications on behalf of the Council internally and externally, including press statements and talking points
Coordinate with the press on Council matters
Track relevant media and provide regular updates on news media involving or affecting the Council’s work
Ensure consistency of communications from the Council
Participate in creation and implementation of communications strategy for the Council
Coordinate Council communications with the Managing Director, Section Director and ABA Communications
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, or equivalent degree
Minimum of five years' experience working in communications or journalism
Excellent writing and editing skills
Experience in managing multiple projects
Ability to work effectively with complex and highly confidential matters
Preferred
Experience working in legal education communications
Experience in crisis communications
Experience in development and implementation of communications strategy
Benefits
401(k)
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible spending accounts
Health spending accounts
Supplemental life and disability insurance
Prepaid legal programs
Complimentary membership to the American Bar Association
Company
American Bar Association
ABA provides practical resources for legal professionals, legal school accreditation, model codes of ethics, and more.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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